101 East 56th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11203
At 101 East 56th Street, a three-story New Law tenement built in 1930 with 6 units, the building has experienced recurring heating system issues, particularly in recent years. Between November 2023 and February 2025, there were multiple complaints about heat and hot water problems, affecting both individual apartments and the entire building. While inspectors were often unable to access units to confirm the issues, there were at least 5 instances (November 2023, January 2024, November 2024, December 2024) involving entire building heating complaints, and 3 incidents (November 2024, December 2024) affecting individual apartments.
The building has also faced various maintenance challenges, including a significant infestation problem in Apartment 1B in 2022, evidenced by multiple violations for roaches and mice, along with heating system problems and safety concerns regarding self-closing doors. Notable violations were documented in 2024 affecting Apartment 1A, including issues with smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors, and heating systems. A more recent inspection in 2024-2025 showed evidence of a roach infestation in Apartment 2B.
The building has maintained a clean record in terms of bedbug infestations since 2022, with no reported cases of infestation, eradication, or re-infestation during the past three years. While plumbing issues were reported in May 2024, no violations were found to support the complaint. The property's owner, Jeffrey Zagelbaum, has been responsive to various maintenance concerns over the years, as evidenced by the closure of many complaints through inspection or repairs, though recurring heating issues suggest ongoing system challenges.
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Building Characteristics
Total units | 6 |
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Year built | 1930 |
Total area | 6240 sq ft |
Floors | 3 |
Tax Abatements | None |
Building Class | NEW LAW TENEMENT |

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