982 East 14th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11230

The 8-unit, 4-story New Law Tenement building at 982 East 14th Street in Midwood, built in 1931 and currently owned by Rubin Dukler, has experienced several maintenance and safety issues over recent years. Most notably, in early 2023, there were multiple safety-related complaints regarding smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors, unsanitary conditions including mold, flooring issues, wall concerns, and door problems, all of which were investigated by HPD with no violations ultimately issued.

The building has faced recurring heat and hot water issues, with complaints recorded in late 2022 and 2020, though these were resolved according to tenant reports. In 2021, there were water leak and ceiling paint issues that HPD could not inspect due to access problems.

Currently, as of April 2024, there are open Housing Maintenance Code violations relating to annual bedbug reporting requirements, and several historical violations from February 2022 remain unresolved, including issues with mice infestation in Apartment 7, various repairs needed in the 4th-floor public hall, issues with building identification, rain leader repair requirements, and more. The building's maintenance history shows a pattern of unresolved violations, particularly from 2022, including repair needs for wall and ceiling surfaces, and problems with encumbered public hall spaces. A rodent inspection conducted in 2014 resulted in a passing grade, but more recent complaints suggest continuing pest management challenges.