220 East 23rd Street, Brooklyn, NY 11226

220 East 23rd Street is a 4-story, 8-unit New Law Tenement building constructed in 1913, currently owned by Ramiel Benyehuda. The property has experienced persistent heating and hot water issues in 2025, with multiple emergency complaints filed between February and April 2025, some of which resulted in violations. These heating problems appear to have affected both the entire building and individual apartments. Additional maintenance concerns were documented in February 2025, including issues with electrical outlets/switches, flooring/stairs, general cabinet problems, and appliance-related concerns, some of which also resulted in violations.

The building has open violations from October 2024 concerning pest infestations (roaches and mice), electrical issues, and bathroom conditions in Apartment 1L, as well as a violation regarding encumbered hallways on the 4th floor. The Department of Buildings has recorded several significant complaints, including illegal conversions (2022) and work without a permit (2019), with the latter resulting in a $500 penalty. An environmental control board violation was noted in October 2023 regarding an awning condition, which was resolved with no penalties. Rodent inspections show a mixed history, with "Rat Activity" recorded in August 2024 and December 2023, though recent inspections passed.

The building has demonstrated consistent compliance with bedbug reporting requirements from 2020 through 2025, with no reported infestations in any of the periods. The property has undergone various inspections and received multiple violations over the past years, particularly relating to heating systems and general maintenance. While some violations have been addressed and closed, others remain open, indicating ongoing maintenance challenges. The building's age and history suggest typical urban property issues, though the pattern of heating complaints and pest-related violations in recent years may warrant attention.