7916 16th Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11214

The two-story, four-unit New Law Tenement at 7916 16th Avenue in Bensonhurst, owned by Benedetto Gambino, has experienced several notable issues over the past few years. Most significantly, in December 2019, there was a concerning pattern of heat and hot water complaints, with multiple tenants reporting the issue to the HPD, though inspection attempts were unsuccessful. The building has also faced recurring administrative compliance issues, with four consecutive violations (2021-2024) related to the failure to file annual bedbug reports as required by HPD regulations, though the most recent 2024 report (filed May 7, 2024) indicated no infestations during the 2022-2023 period.

More recently, in late 2024, there were two complaints about unpermitted work in the occupied multiple dwelling, though inspections either found no violations or the inspector was unable to gain access. As of March 2025, there are two active complaints regarding illegal curb cuts or driveway modifications at the property. An Environmental Control Board violation was resolved in 2021 related to an illegal curb cut enabling vehicle access to an unauthorized parking area, though no penalties were imposed.

The building's documented history suggests periodic maintenance and compliance challenges, particularly concerning heating systems and regulatory reporting requirements, though recent information indicates no active bedbug infestations. The property has also been the subject of multiple complaints regarding unauthorized modifications to the exterior infrastructure, specifically pertaining to curb cuts and parking modifications, though some of these complaints were not substantiated upon inspection. The building's age (constructed in 1931) and classification as a New Law Tenement are consistent with its documented history of regulatory oversight requirements.