1827 65th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11204

1827 65th Street is a 58-unit, 6-story residential building constructed in 1926, currently owned by Leonard Schwartz. The property has experienced persistent maintenance issues in recent years, with recurring problems particularly related to heat/hot water service and rodent activity. Most notably, in 2025, there were heat/hot water problems affecting the entire building in April, and rat sightings were reported in both April and December 2024, with follow-up inspections confirming ongoing rodent issues.

The building has also faced several serious violations, including multiple instances of non-compliance with safety regulations, such as defective self-closing doors and emergency egress issues. Between 2023-2025, there were multiple heat/hot water complaints that warranted emergency responses, and investigations revealed various safety concerns including broken fire escape steps and unauthorized modifications to building systems. Recent inspections have shown consistent rodent activity, with the most recent reports in 2025 confirming the presence of rats. The building's maintenance history shows repetitive issues with garbage/recycling storage, heating systems, and water leaks.

Significant safety-related violations were documented in late 2024, including problems with building entrance doors and carbon monoxide detection systems. The property has maintained a clean bedbug record, with no infestations reported in the last several years. While some violations have been resolved, such as various apartment repairs (including issues in Apartment F4), the pattern of complaints suggests ongoing challenges with building maintenance and resident comfort. The Department of Buildings has documented several environmental code violations, including water damage and maintenance issues, with penalties imposed in some cases.