139 East 96th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11212
The two-story, four-unit residential building at 139 East 96th Street, owned by Arrel Gordon and built in 1930, has experienced numerous maintenance issues over recent years, with the most significant recent problems occurring in early 2025. In January-March 2025, the building underwent inspections related to unsanitary conditions including pests, cabinet problems, electrical issues with outlets/switches, and wall concerns, resulting in multiple violations.
The property also has several open violations from 2024 requiring attention, including issues with a broken bathtub stopper and a loose sink in Apartment 1R. Historical records show recurring maintenance challenges, particularly in 2021 when multiple violations were documented including problems with door self-closing mechanisms, a roach infestation in Apartment 1R, and failure to post required notices regarding carbon monoxide detector requirements, gas leak procedures, and housing information guides.
The building has generated several plumbing-related complaints, including issues with radiators, sinks, and bathtubs/showers, some classified as emergency situations. Additionally, there are bedbug reporting violations from 2022-2024 that remain open as of the latest inspection data. While some complaints have been resolved, the persistence of open violations and recurring maintenance issues suggests ongoing challenges with building maintenance and resident safety compliance.
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Building Characteristics
Total units | 4 |
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Year built | 1930 |
Total area | 3198 sq ft |
Floors | 2 |
Tax Abatements | None |
Building Class | NEW LAW TENEMENT |

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