845 Bay Ridge Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11220

845 Bay Ridge Avenue is a 6-unit, 3-story New Law Tenement building constructed in 1931, currently owned by Chaudry Ali. The building has experienced persistent maintenance issues over the past two years, with particular concerns about heating systems and water-related problems. Most notably, there have been multiple heat/hot water complaints, including a January 2025 building-wide outage that required HPD intervention.

Between October 2024 and June 2025, the building reported various significant issues, including water leaks, sewage problems, and sanitary concerns. These issues culminated in multiple open violations as of mid-2025, including improper illegal conversions, unauthorized cooking spaces, and multiple health and safety code violations related to the building's infrastructure. The property has also faced regulatory scrutiny, with an active Environmental Control Board violation as of February 2024 regarding a defective oil-fired steam boiler with multiple operational issues, resulting in a $3,125 penalty.

During inspections, authorities have frequently encountered access issues, preventing proper evaluation of certain complaints. Additional recent concerns include problems with garbage/recycling storage, ceiling and wall conditions, and potential illegal uses of cellar spaces. While some complaints have been addressed and closed, many critical violations remain open, indicating ongoing maintenance challenges that could affect resident comfort and safety.