2101 85th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11214

2101 85th Street is a 72-unit, 6-story New Law Tenement building constructed in 1927 and currently owned by Rivalyn Zweig. The property has experienced recurring maintenance issues over the past two years, with the most recent concerns primarily centered around water supply systems, including multiple plumbing complaints in 2025, though some inspections found no violations. Between late 2024 and early 2025, the building faced significant heat and hot water system problems affecting the entire building, which were temporarily resolved but required multiple interventions.

The building has a historical pattern of pest issues, including multiple instances of rodent activity and bedbug infestations, with five units reporting bedbug problems in the most recent 2023-2024 reporting period. Recent inspections have revealed several safety concerns, including multiple open violations related to fire safety systems and maintenance of common areas. These include defective fire-resistant materials in various public hall locations, non-self-closing fire doors, and the need for proper lighting and painting in hallways.

The elevator system has also required attention, with violations noted for door operation and maintenance. Between 2023 and 2024, there were active construction work-related violations, particularly concerning scaffold safety and debris management, with several penalties issued and remaining active. The building's management has shown some responsiveness to maintenance issues, with multiple service requests being addressed, though some violations remain open as of the latest inspection dates, including those related to fire safety. The property has passed recent rodent inspections, indicating some improvement in pest control measures, while also maintaining a record of successfully eradicating bedbug infestations when they occur, with no reported re-infestations in recent cycles.