540 New Lots Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11207

540 New Lots Avenue is a 2-story, 4-unit New Law tenement building constructed in 1930, currently owned by Anabeiba Osorio. The building has a notable history of pest-related issues over recent years, with multiple violations and complaints regarding pests and unsanitary conditions documented between 2020 and 2025. Most concerning is the building's recent pattern of rodent-related problems; a failed inspection in April 2025 and previous failures in 2014 and 2012, despite several successful inspections in between.

In 2020, significant safety violations were documented in Apartment 1F, including issues with carbon monoxide detectors, window guards, and an active infestation of mice and roaches, though some of these violations were subsequently closed by July 2020. The building has maintained compliance with bedbug reporting requirements from 2023 to 2025, showing 0 infested units during these recent reporting periods, which contrasts with earlier years where annual inspection requirements resulted in violations. The property has experienced recurring issues with documentation and compliance regarding safety reporting, particularly in terms of bedbug reporting, though recent filings indicate proper compliance with 0 infested units reported.

The building's 311 service request history in 2025 shows two complaints to the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene regarding unsanitary animal conditions (dogs and cats) on the property, suggesting ongoing maintenance challenges. While some historical violations have been successfully closed, the persistent nature of pest-related issues and the building's age (95 years old as of 2025) suggest ongoing maintenance demands. The building's inspection and violation history, while showing some periods of compliance, indicates a pattern of recurring issues that require ongoing attention to maintain resident comfort and safety.