2266 Strauss Street, Brooklyn, NY 11212

2266 Strauss Street is a 2-story, 4-unit residential building located in Brownsville and owned by Robert Small. The 1930 structure, classified as a "New Law Tenement," has experienced several concerning maintenance issues in recent years. Most notably, there are currently multiple open violations from early 2023 related to building safety and maintenance, including defective fire egress via an iron ladder at the second-story public hall, and several safety-related requirements concerning carbon monoxide detection, gas leak procedures, and emergency notices that have not been addressed.

The building has also exhibited recurring problems with heating systems, as evidenced by emergency complaints in November 2023 and February 2023, though inspections found no violations in the recent case. Multiple service requests in 2023 revealed various maintenance issues including appliance problems, water leaks, ceiling defects, door frame issues, and mold concerns, though inspections typically resulted in no violations being issued. The building has faced ongoing challenges with rodent activity throughout 2024, with multiple inspections showing rat activity and bait application between February and November 2024.

Additional compliance inspections in 2023-2024 have noted various issues requiring attention, including problems with vestibule doors, security features, and general maintenance concerns. The property has three open violations from 2023 regarding bedbug reporting requirements and the need for proper safety postings in common areas, including emergency procedures and inspection certificates. While many complaints have been resolved without violations being issued, the pattern of maintenance issues and the presence of multiple open violations suggest ongoing system and maintenance challenges within the building.