685 Hawthorne Street, Brooklyn, NY 11203
This 2-story, 3-unit residential building at 685 Hawthorne Street in East Flatbush, owned by Vanessa Goans, was constructed in 1940 and has transitioned to Class A status. The property has experienced a notable pattern of maintenance issues in recent years, with multiple emergency complaints filed in 2025 alone, including concerns about heat/hot water, plumbing issues in the bathtub/shower, mold problems, and problems with electric/gas range appliances.
Noteworthy is the building's recurring heat/hot water issues, with complaints filed in both April 2025 and January 2025, though some inspections were unable to gain access to units. Earlier complaints from January 2025 also highlighted issues with ceiling paint/plaster and doors/windows, indicating potential maintenance challenges across various systems. The building's inspection history reveals four consecutive years (2021-2024) of violations related to the failure to file annual bedbug reports as required by HPD regulations, though recent filings for the period November 2023 - October 2024 show no reported bedbug infestations.
The property has maintained good standing in terms of rodent control, passing an inspection in May 2019. While most recent complaints have been resolved without finding violations of housing laws, the frequency and variety of recent service requests, particularly relating to heat/hot water systems, suggest ongoing maintenance needs. The building received multiple violation notices over the years regarding bedbug reporting requirements, though these appear to have been addressed with the most recent filing showing no infested units.
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Building Characteristics
Total units | 3 |
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Year built | 1940 |
Total area | 3212 sq ft |
Floors | 2 |
Tax Abatements | None |
Building Class | HEREAFTER CONVERTED CLASS A |

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