172 Amboy Street, Brooklyn, NY 11212

The four-story, 37-unit New Law Tenement at 172 Amboy Street in Brownsville, owned by Chanta Hardy, has experienced several recurring maintenance issues over the past few years, with the most recent concerns centering around heating systems and pest control. In early 2022, the building faced significant heat and hot water problems, with complaints logged on February 7 and 14, though HPD confirmed these issues were resolved by the time of inspection.

More recently, in February 2025, the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene attempted to inspect the building for reported rodent signs but was unable to gain access. The property has a documented history of rodent-related issues, with inspections in recent years showing variable results; while the most recent inspection in 2018 passed, earlier inspections in 2016 and 2015 noted rat activity and other compliance failures. The building's maintenance record shows consistent attention to pest management, with annual bedbug reporting requirements being met according to HPD records from 2022 to 2024, showing zero infested units in the most recent filings.

Annual evaluations (2021-2025) demonstrated the building's management's compliance with eradication protocols, though violations for not filing the annual bedbug report were noted in both 2022 and 2023. Despite the documented challenges with heating systems and rodent activity, the building has maintained an up-to-date inspection record for bedbug management, though the February 2025 rodent complaint remains unresolved due to access issues. The property's age (built in 1930) and building type are typical for the Brownsville neighborhood, and while the maintenance issues are concerning, they appear to be managed through the appropriate city agencies.