607 New Jersey Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11207

The 3-story New Law Tenement building at 607 New Jersey Avenue in East New York, owned by Lloyd Lewis and built in 1930, has experienced recurring issues with heating and hot water systems over the past several years. Twelve complaints regarding heat/hot water problems (including three emergency complaints in December 2022, and three instances in 2019) were logged, though most were resolved with confirmed restoration of service.

The building has also faced several infrastructure maintenance challenges, including issues with window frames, flooring, and stairs. As of April 2024, there are multiple open violations related to building maintenance, including failure to properly file annual bedbug reports (dating back to 2021), an open Class B violation from January 2023 regarding a missing handrail at the below-grade front area, and multiple open Department of Buildings violations regarding failure to file external low-pressure inspections from 2018 through 2023. Historically, there have been concerns about rodent activity, with inspections in 2017 showing rat activity, though earlier inspections in 2011 and 2012 passed.

The building's maintenance history also reveals past issues with the boiler room, including problems with fire retardant materials and air intake systems, though these violations were eventually closed. The building's documented history suggests ongoing challenges with basic building systems and maintenance compliance, particularly regarding heating systems and regulatory filings. While some individual maintenance issues have been addressed when reported, the pattern of recurring problems and multiple open violations indicates potential ongoing maintenance oversight concerns.