514 Ocean Parkway, Brooklyn, NY 11218

514 Ocean Parkway is a 6-story, 74-unit residential building in Kensington, built in 1962 and currently owned by Jacob Weinreb. The building has experienced recurring infrastructure issues over the past couple of years, with significant problems in 2025 including water leaks (April) and heat/hot water outages (January). There have been multiple heat and hot water complaints, affecting the entire building, during both 2024 and 2025. The building has also faced persistent plumbing issues, as evidenced by multiple 311 service requests, including problems with toilets, sinks, and bathtubs/showers.

The elevator system has been a particular concern, with multiple complaints from 2020-2023 regarding single-device operation and lack of alternate service, leading to several Environmental Control Board violations. These violations, some of which remain active, include issues with door monitoring, emergency phone systems, and safety features. Building maintenance violations issued in 2024 specifically targeted Apartment 3A, addressing issues such as mold, plumbing fixtures, smoke detectors, and electrical wiring. The property has a documented history of pest issues, with regular rodent inspections showing consistent activity and the need for bait application from late 2023 through 2024. There have also been recurring bedbug infestations recorded between 2019-2024, though all reported infested units have been marked as eradicated.

Recent sanitary conditions have been monitored, though previous garbage storage issues noted in 2023 showed no violations upon inspection. The building has had its share of routine violations which were ultimately resolved or dismissed, including failures to submit required documents, though some minor penalties remained. While the property has had numerous maintenance and safety-related issues, it's worth noting that many violations have been closed or resolved through inspections and corrections. Recent complaints have generally been addressed within reasonable timeframes, though recurring problems with heat/hot water and plumbing suggest ongoing infrastructure challenges. The most recent building inspection data demonstrates active management of pest control and maintenance issues, with regular responses to both tenant complaints and compliance requirements.