178 Bay 23rd Street, Brooklyn, NY 11214
178 Bay 23rd Street is a 23-unit, 4-story New Law Tenement building constructed in 1915, currently owned by Joe Falkowitz. The property has experienced recurring maintenance issues, particularly during 2023-2024, with multiple complaints regarding unsanitary conditions including mold, water leaks, and heating problems. Notable issues include a period of heat and hot water complaints in December 2024 that was classified as an emergency, multiple unsanitary condition complaints related to mold (April 2024, April 2024), and various water leak issues including violations issued in December 2023 and July 2024.
The building has also faced structural concerns, with violations issued in 2024 related to window frames and plaster surfaces, particularly affecting Apartment 18 on the third floor, which has had multiple violations including issues with water leaks, mold, and deteriorated building materials. Recent inspections have shown some improvement, with the most recent Department of Health inspection in June 2025 finding no violations related to a pigeon waste complaint. The building has consistently passed annual bedbug inspections between 2021-2025, with no reported infestations in any of the filings.
A rodent inspection conducted in June 2025 also resulted in a passing grade. While some maintenance issues have been addressed through violation certifications, the repeated nature of certain problems, particularly regarding moisture-related issues, suggests ongoing challenges with building maintenance. The most recent service request was for unsanitary pigeon conditions in June 2025, though this complaint was resolved with no violations found.
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Building Characteristics
Total units | 23 |
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Year built | 1915 |
Total area | 16932 sq ft |
Floors | 4 |
Tax Abatements | None |
Building Class | NEW LAW TENEMENT |

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