595 Autumn Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11208

The 6-unit, 3-story New Law Tenement at 595 Autumn Avenue in East New York, owned by Mordechai Retek, has experienced ongoing maintenance and safety issues, particularly during 2024-2025. Recent complaints in 2025 have primarily focused on door/window frames, flooring, and ceiling conditions, with three separate April/May 2025 complaints resulting in violations being issued. The building has also faced significant pest control challenges, with multiple violations noted in 2024, particularly affecting 2F, which experienced infestations of both mice and roaches that year.

Structural and safety concerns have been documented, including problems with entrance doors and self-closing mechanisms, as well as issues with fire escape access in 2F. Multiple 2025 complaints regarding doors, flooring, and ceilings were unable to be inspected due to lack of access, though some violations were issued during earlier inspections. The property has maintained a relatively clean record regarding bedbug infestations, with no reported cases in the last five years between 2020-2025.

Historical rodent inspection records from 2012 show mixed results, with one initial inspection failing for "Other Reasons" and then passing in subsequent checks. Of particular note is the building's age (built in 1925) and its current pattern of recurring maintenance issues, suggesting potential ongoing challenges with building systems and infrastructure that may impact resident comfort and safety. The most recent set of complaints and violations from 2025, combined with historical pest control issues, indicates that while some systems are being addressed, others continue to present challenges for residents.