7207 5th Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11209

The 7-unit, 4-story New Law Tenement building at 7207 5th Avenue in Bay Ridge, constructed in 1928 and currently owned by 7207 5th Avenue LLC, has experienced recurring heating system issues over recent years, with multiple emergency complaints about lack of heat and hot water affecting either the entire building or individual apartments. Notable incidents occurred in December 2023 (two separate complaints), February 2022 (multiple complaints), and July 2018, though in these cases heat and hot water were reportedly restored following tenant complaints.

The building has also encountered rodent-related issues, with recent complaints in April 2024 leading to an inspection that confirmed rat activity, and violations related to rodent conditions and sightings earlier that month. The property has several maintenance and safety concerns that have emerged over the years. In December 2023, violations were documented regarding defective self-closing doors and locks at the building's entrance and cellar.

Earlier violations from 2018 highlighted issues with fire escape railings on the 2nd and 3rd-story balconies, and problems with posting required safety notices regarding carbon monoxide detectors and gas leak procedures. An existing ECB violation from July 2018 remains active regarding an unpermitted awning installation, though the building's bedbug reports from 2019 through 2024 consistently indicate no infested units. While the building has had periodic complaints and violations, it's worth noting that many of these issues have been addressed through inspections and subsequent corrections, though some safety-related violations from 2018 remain unresolved as of the latest available data.