575 Midwood Street, Brooklyn, NY 11203

The two-family house at 575 Midwood Street, built in 1940 and currently owned by Reuven Kaminetzky, has experienced significant maintenance challenges over the past several years, particularly during 2023. The most pressing current issues involve ongoing problems with heating and hot water, with multiple emergency complaints submitted between October 2023 and November 2023, some resulting in violations for inadequate heat supply and hot water temperatures exceeding the maximum allowed.

The building has also faced several plumbing issues, including problems with bathtubs/showers, though some complaints were closed due to inspectors being unable to gain access to the apartments. The property has a concerning history of violations and maintenance issues dating back to 2020-2021, including substantial open violations from January 2023 related to the first-floor apartment, such as problems with heating, plumbing, roach and mice infestations, electrical outlets, and multiple instances of work being performed without proper permits.

During this period, there were also serious safety concerns regarding egress access and various building code violations, including failure to comply with commissioners' orders and stop work orders. While some violations have been resolved, as evidenced by various ECB violation disposition notices, there remains an ongoing pattern of maintenance issues that suggest persistent challenges with building upkeep and code compliance. The most recent rodent inspections from 2017 and 2020 passed, though the presence of multiple infestation-related violations from early 2023 raises questions about current conditions.