8105 4th Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11209

The 66-unit, 6-story residential building at 8105 4th Avenue in Bay Ridge, owned by Chaim Babad and constructed in 1954, has experienced a series of maintenance and safety issues over the past few years. Most recently, in April 2024, there were concerns about human feces impacting indoor air quality and problems with garbage/recycling storage. The building has faced recurring plumbing issues, including reports of problems with bathtubs/showers and water supply between 2023-2024, as well as heat and hot water concerns in November 2023.

A significant cluster of maintenance complaints emerged in July 2023, including reports of sewage issues, water leaks, and various plumbing problems, though inspectors were unable to gain access to the premises for evaluation. The building has also experienced multiple elevator service complaints between 2019-2023, indicating persistent issues with the single-device elevator system. The property has several active violations requiring attention, including failure to submit required Cycle 8B and 9B reports for critical examination of exterior walls, with penalties totaling $12,500.

There are multiple open violations related to Apartment 5I, including issues with roach infestation, water leakage, mold around the bathtub, and various maintenance concerns regarding light fixtures, plaster surfaces, and the carbon monoxide detection system, all dating back to late 2022. While bedbug and rodent reports suggest some level of pest management, recent inspections show no active infestations. The building's maintenance history indicates ongoing challenges with sanitation, plumbing, and general upkeep, with numerous complaints resulting in no violations being issued upon inspection, as well as several instances where inspectors could not access the units for evaluation.