252 East 46th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11203

The two-story, three-unit New Law Tenement building at 252 East 46th Street in East Flatbush, owned by Festina Thomas, has experienced recurring heat and hot water issues over the past two years, with multiple emergency complaints filed between November 2022 and December 2023. Most recently, in December 2023, the building was found to have several open violations including problems with the heating system access, carbon monoxide detectors, smoke detectors, and a defective heating system in the top-floor apartment.

An inspection on December 3, 2023, revealed additional issues requiring attention, such as exposed electrical wires in the first story public hall area. While the building has maintained a consistent record of zero bedbug infestations over the past five years, the persistent heating system problems and related violations suggest ongoing challenges with building maintenance infrastructure. The property has a documented history of heating system problems dating back several years, with multiple HPD inspections showing varying degrees of compliance and access issues.

For instance, in November 2023, violations were recorded regarding emergency signage requirements, while earlier in the same month, problems with heating system accessibility were noted. The building's age (constructed in 1931) and classification as a New Law Tenement suggest it may have outdated infrastructure, though specific system ages are not provided in the data. The most recent bedbug report filed in May 2025 for the period November 2023 to October 2024 shows no infestations, continuing the building's record of successful pest management.