1708 East 4th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11223

1708 East 4th Street is a 3-story, 6-unit residential building located in Gravesend, Brooklyn, constructed in 1928 and currently owned by Lynn Gettenberg. The building has experienced several maintenance issues in recent years, with the most notable concerns being plumbing problems and heating issues. In 2025 alone, there have been multiple complaints related to plumbing (bathtub/shower and various radiator issues) and heating (apartment-specific heating problems), including a recent mold complaint in April 2025 that HPD was unable to inspect. The building's systems have shown recurring problems, particularly with heating and hot water, as evidenced by complaints in both 2024 and 2021.

A significant incident occurred in 2019 when the building received a violation related to a defective boiler, leading to an ECB penalty of $625 for unsafe conditions that required correction. The second-floor apartment (2F) has had multiple violations documented in 2018, including issues with window guards, fire escape access, smoke detectors, light fixtures, kitchen cabinets, window functionality, and the presence of mold and pests (roaches). While these violations were eventually closed, they indicate past concerns about building maintenance and safety features. The building appears to have maintained a clean record regarding bedbug infestations, with all annual reporting periods from 2018-2024 showing zero affected units.

Additionally, a rodent inspection conducted in 2013 passed, suggesting that pest control issues have been adequately managed. Recent building history from 2024 to 2025 shows persistent issues with basic services, particularly regarding heating and plumbing systems, which have required multiple interventions from the Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD). Older documented violations from 2018 indicate previous maintenance and safety compliance challenges, though these have been addressed based on record closure status. The building's current state suggests ongoing attention required for maintaining basic services, particularly heating and plumbing systems, while recent bedbug and rodent reports indicate successful pest management.