2168 Pitkin Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11207

2168 Pitkin Avenue is a 3-story, 3-unit residential building constructed in 1930, currently owned by Shea Sigal and classified as a New Law Tenement. The building has experienced recurring issues with basic utilities over the past two years, most notably persistent heat and hot water problems in early 2025, when multiple complaints were filed between January 6-23, resulting in violations being issued and requiring subsequent inspections. Power-related concerns are also significant, with various outages and electrical issues reported throughout 2024-2025, including an emergency power outage complaint in January 2025.

The property has faced multiple housing maintenance violations, most concerning the third-floor Apartment 3, which has several open violations as of August 2024 related to water leaks, light fixtures, roof issues, smoke detector problems, and interior surface conditions. Building-wide issues were documented in recent inspections, including a 2024 violation for water leaks in the second story public hall and debris encumbrances in the first story vestibule. The building's maintenance record shows active rodent control measures in 2024-2025, with bait applied regularly, though rat activity was confirmed during compliance inspections in January and November 2024.

Inspections in 2024 revealed various violations requiring structural and safety improvements, including repairs needed for fire retardant materials in hallways and ceiling maintenance. Historical data shows no recorded bedbug infestations since 2019, and only one Department of Buildings complaint from 2019 which resulted in an inspector being unable to gain access. The property's maintenance history suggests ongoing challenges with basic infrastructure systems, particularly regarding heating and electrical systems, which have been a source of multiple tenant complaints requiring government intervention.