741 East 3rd Street, Brooklyn, NY 11218

741 East 3rd Street is a 22-unit, four-story residential building in Kensington, constructed in 1931 and currently owned by Brenda Geller. The building has experienced recurring maintenance issues in recent years, with significant recent concerns emerging in late 2024 including unresolved complaints about carbon monoxide detectors, smoke detectors, and pest infestations. During the summer of 2024, there were multiple plumbing-related issues reported and investigated, including problems with basins/sinks and bathtub/showers, along with concerns about mold and water leaks, though no violations were ultimately issued.

The building has also faced safety concerns, with multiple Housing Maintenance Code violations recorded in 2024, particularly related to fire escape access and obstruction by various installations, including air conditioners and flower pots. Notably, between 2021 and 2025, the building has maintained a clean record regarding bedbug infestations, with all annual reports showing zero infested or re-infested dwelling units. The property has undergone several inspections and repairs in recent years, addressing various issues though sometimes creating new concerns.

For example, in 2024, violations were issued regarding encumbrances obstructing fire escapes on multiple floors, which were subsequently certified as corrected. Historical rodent inspections show variable results, with the most recent passing inspection in 2018 following earlier failures in 2016. The building's systems and maintenance history suggest ongoing challenges with building safety and habitability, particularly regarding emergency systems and infrastructure maintenance, though many recent violations have been addressed through certification processes. The property's age and building class as a "New Law Tenement" indicate it is subject to specific New York City housing codes that govern unit maintenance and safety requirements, which have been both complied with and violated over recent years.