7023 15th Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11228

The 5-unit, 3-story building at 7023 15th Avenue in Bensonhurst, owned by Lazar Lieberman, has experienced significant heating system issues over the past several years. Between October and December 2018, there were multiple emergency complaints regarding heating and hot water issues affecting the entire building, with at least eight separate complaints filed during this period, three of which resulted in issued violations. These problems reoccurred in January 2022, when another heating complaint was filed, though inspectors were unable to gain access to verify the issue.

The building has two open violations from October 2018 related to heating system inadequacies and blocked fire escapes, as well as several historical rodent inspections in 2012 that were passed. More recently, in October 2022, the property was subject to two Department of Buildings complaints regarding unauthorized construction work and permits, though the specific details of the disposition are not provided in the records. The Environmental Control Board has active violations from October 2022 related to electrical work and unauthorized structures, with a $500 penalty assessed.

Significantly, there were also three violations in late 2018 regarding illegal conversion and unauthorized plumbing and gas line installations for a bathroom and kitchen, though these were subsequently resolved. The building's permit history shows one issued permit in February 2019 for unknown work. While heating system issues appear to be the most consistent problem affecting resident comfort, the property has also faced challenges related to safety egress and unauthorized modifications over the years.