660 Watkins Street, Brooklyn, NY 11212

The property at 660 Watkins Street in Brownsville is a 2-story, 4-unit New Law Tenement building built in 1930 and currently owned by Olive Providence. The building has experienced recurring maintenance issues over the past several years, with the most recent problems primarily involving plumbing and heating systems.

In 2023, there were multiple radiator-related complaints, along with one electrical outlet issue, though all were investigated by the Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) and no violations were issued. The building has a documented history of heating system problems, with complaints about lack of heat and hot water in both 2019 and 2020, though these issues appeared to be resolved upon inspection. Of particular note is the building's bedbug infestation history, with the most recent report filed in July 2025 indicating all 4 units were affected and subsequently treated, with re-infestation also documented.

The building has maintained regular bedbug reporting compliance with HPD, though the 2024 report shows a concerning pattern of re-infestation across all units. Earlier maintenance issues from 2022 included problems with various systems and appliances (including dorrs/windows, sink basins, cabinets, and a refrigerator), though HPD was unable to access the units for inspection at that time. The building's violation history shows several Bedbug reporting violations between 2021 and 2024, all of which were eventually closed.