305 Ocean Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11225

The 72-unit, 6-story building at 305 Ocean Avenue in Prospect-Lefferts Gardens, owned by Robin Gallant and constructed in 1924, has experienced several concerning maintenance issues in recent months. Most notably, there have been multiple complaints regarding unsanitary conditions related to pests throughout 2025, including recent complaints in June 2025 that investigators were unable to access for inspection. The building has also faced heating issues, with complaints about heat and hot water in both December 2024 (entire building) and March 2025 (apartment-specific), though heat was reportedly restored during inspections. Other significant maintenance issues include a currently open water leak complaint (June 2025), violations related to mold and flooring conditions (December 2024), and repeated problems with radiator heating systems (January 2025).

The building's history shows ongoing challenges with building systems and safety compliance. In late 2024, multiple violations were issued for apartment F5 regarding missing smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors, and window issues, though many of these were certified as corrected by December 2024. The elevator system has faced various violations, with an active ECB violation from August 2024 regarding public safety concerns, and historical issues with exterior building walls documented in 2018. The property has maintained a consistently pest-free record in terms of bedbug inspections over the past several years, with no infestations reported since 2019.

Although the building has passed several rodent inspections in recent years, including April 2024, there was one failed inspection in August 2021 for "other reasons." The Department of Buildings has multiple violations on record for various reasons, including failure to file required technical reports, though many have been dismissed or resolved. The most recent data indicates persistent issues with maintenance access for inspections, as seen in recent complaints in 2025, which have complicated resolution of reported problems. While the building has shown some responsiveness to addressing violations when inspected, the frequency and pattern of repeated complaints suggest ongoing maintenance challenges. The property's history shows a mix of resolved and active violations, particularly regarding safety systems and building infrastructure, which have required regular attention to maintain compliance with housing codes.