6720 14th Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11219

The 8-unit, 4-story NEW LAW TENEMENT building at 6720 14th Avenue in Dyker Heights, owned by Abk Realty Llc, was constructed in 1918 and has experienced several significant maintenance issues in recent years. Most notably, in May 2023, there were multiple complaints and violations related to unsanitary conditions, including three separate reports of pest problems, as well as issues with garbage/recycling storage and door problems. These incidents resulted in several Housing Maintenance Code violations requiring repairs to fire retardant materials, door locks, and the treatment of visible mold on the 4th story public hall ceiling and walls.

The building has also faced recurring heat and hot water issues, with complaints logged in 2020 and 2021, though in both cases, tenants reported that the problems were resolved before inspections could be completed. Importantly, there have been no bedbug infestations reported in the building since mandatory reporting began in 2019, with each annual filing from 2019 through 2024 showing zero infested or eradicated units. Additionally, a rodent inspection conducted in December 2014 showed passing results.

The building's most recent major violations, identified during a June 2023 inspection, included problems with the 4th story public hall ceiling requiring repairs and painting, as well as issues with encumbered areas in the halls, leaks in the roof, and fire safety compliance concerns. While many of the 2023 violations have been certified as corrected by August-September 2023, it is noteworthy that the building has experienced periodic maintenance challenges over the past five years, particularly regarding heat and pest control. The property's inspection history suggests ongoing maintenance attention is required, particularly for common area upkeep and building systems.