1681 76th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11214

The three-story, six-unit New Law Tenement building at 1681 76th Street in Bensonhurst, owned by Frankie Yu and constructed in 1931, has experienced several significant maintenance issues, particularly during late 2020 through 2021. The most notable recurring problem has been with the heat and hot water systems, with at least ten documented complaints between May and November 2021, including multiple emergency complaints. These issues were generally resolved, though some inspections required access to units that was not granted.

The building also had various violations and maintenance needs documented in 2021, including problems with smoke detectors, plumbing (radiator issues), and an intercom system, as well as infrastructure matters such as a locked heating system door and missing window guards in public areas. More recent history shows some ongoing concerns, including Environmental Control Board violations in late 2024 regarding combustible garbage storage under a fire escape, though this was resolved with no penalties. The building's bedbug infestation record shows one incident in 2021 (unit not specified), but subsequent annual reports through 2024 indicate no infestations, with consistent reporting compliance.

Recent complaints from November 2024 regarding unpermitted work in occupied multiple dwellings resulted in one violation being served, though another complaint was dismissed upon inspection. While many historical issues have been addressed and closed, the pattern of heat/hot water complaints and various infrastructure concerns in 2021 suggests the building has faced significant maintenance challenges. However, the absence of recent recurrence of these specific issues and the consistent annual bedbug reporting compliance through 2024 suggests improved maintenance and pest management practices in recent years.