8002 21st Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11214
The 6-story, 59-unit New Law Tenement building at 8002 21st Avenue in Bensonhurst, owned by Estie Bernstein, has experienced recurrent maintenance challenges in recent years, particularly regarding building systems. Most notably, there have been three heat and hot water incidents reported across 2022-2023, with the latest in December 2023 requiring HPD intervention. The building has also faced three electrical issues, including a power outage in May 2023, and multiple elevator-related complaints throughout 2024, with one active violation from September 2024 regarding obstructed fire escapes.
Recent inspections and complaints reveal several ongoing and resolved issues. In 2022, there were verified problems with roaches, floor tiles, and garbage storage in Apartment 3A, along with multiple building code violations regarding garbage storage areas and fire escape access. Elevator safety has emerged as a significant concern, with multiple complaints in 2024 and an active violation from September 2024.
The building has maintained a consistent record of bedbug and rodent inspections since 2018, with the most recent bedbug report covering 2023-2024 indicating no infestations. Environmental violations from 2024 April include various elevator maintenance issues, and there is an active ECB violation from September 2024 regarding fire escape obstructions, with a penalty of $1,250. The building's history shows varying degrees of compliance with housing maintenance codes, with recent years showing improved reporting of maintenance issues through the proper channels, though many complaints remain as non-violations upon inspection.
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Building Characteristics
Total units | 59 |
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Year built | 1927 |
Total area | 54600 sq ft |
Floors | 6 |
Tax Abatements | None |
Building Class | NEW LAW TENEMENT |

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- 8002 21st Ave, New York, NY 11214
- 2084 80th St, New York, NY 11214
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