400 Ocean Parkway, Brooklyn, NY 11218

The 22-unit, 6-story building at 400 Ocean Parkway in Kensington, owned by Yechiel Morgenstern and constructed in 1989, has experienced several significant issues in recent years, most notably with its heating system. In January 2025, there were multiple complaints about heat and hot water issues, with at least seven separate reports filed through 311, some of which were duplicates of building-wide problems. While inspectors found that heat and hot water had been restored in some cases, the frequency and nature of these complaints indicate an ongoing systemic issue.

The building had previously faced challenges with its fire escape system, as evidenced by three emergency complaints in October 2024, though HPD inspections found no housing law violations. An October 2024 inspection revealed a violation regarding access to the heating system boiler room being locked at the basement level, alongside a specific hot water issue in apartment 1A. Additional historical context shows that the building has maintained a clean record regarding bedbugs, with all annual reports since 2019 indicating zero infested units.

Previous violations from 2022 in apartment 3B included issues with mice infestation, defective refrigerator door gaskets, and door self-closing mechanisms, all of which were eventually certified as corrected. The building's public areas have undergone various maintenance requirements, including painting and fire safety repairs documented in 2020 violations. A significant infrastructure-related penalty was issued in October 2024 regarding the failure to submit required parking structure inspection reports, with a $2,500 balance due. The building's management has generally responded to violations and complaints, with many being resolved through proper certification, though some recent heating issues suggest there may be ongoing maintenance challenges.