307 East 54th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11203

The three-story New Law Tenement at 307 East 54th Street, owned by Michael Khodadadian, has experienced numerous maintenance issues in recent years, with the most significant cluster of problems occurring in 2025. Between April and June 2025, there were multiple emergency complaints regarding heat and hot water issues, power outages, water leaks, and problems with doors and windows, all of which HPD was unable to inspect despite tenant requests. These recurring issues suggest persistent infrastructure challenges within the building.

The property also has several active violations as of late 2024, particularly in Apartment 2, including inoperable safety equipment (smoke and carbon monoxide detectors), a reported pest infestation (mice and roaches), visible mold conditions, and various maintenance issues involving kitchen cabinets, bathroom tiles, and door functionality. The building's recent history shows concerning patterns regarding building systems maintenance, particularly with the boiler and plumbing systems. Multiple complaints and violations from 2022-2024 indicate problems with the boiler system, including defective installations and missing permits, along with several Department of Buildings violations related to plumbing work.

Three active ECB violations from 2022 note issues with the boiler settings, installation permits, and water line leaks, with associated penalties totaling $6,250. The building's heat and hot water system appears to have been particularly problematic, with at least five service requests in early 2025 alone. While there have been no reported bedbug infestations in recent years (2020-2025), the concentration of other maintenance issues and violations suggests ongoing challenges with building systems and safety compliance.