1436 Ocean Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11230

The 4-unit, 4-story New Law Tenement building at 1436 Ocean Avenue in Midwood, owned by Umesh Diwan and constructed in 1931, has experienced recurring heating system issues over the past two years. Between March 2023 and October 2024, there were eight reported instances of heat/hot water problems, with the most recent complaint still open as of October 2024.

In addition to heating concerns, the building has faced multiple maintenance challenges, including a heavy water leak and flooring issues reported in June 2024, and several violations documented in October 2024 affecting the 4N apartment, particularly related to roof leaks, ceiling repairs, and various infrastructure problems. The building's safety and maintenance records reveal other significant issues requiring attention, including three separate Building Code violations from July 2024 regarding defective self-closing doors, a broken intercom system, and a missing gas leak notice.

A bedbug infestation was reported in two units between November 2023 and October 2024, with successful eradication completed, following a similar pattern of infestation and remediation in 2022 involving one unit. The property has undergone several inspections and received multiple code violations that were subsequently addressed, with most recent violations certified as corrected by November 2024. While many issues have been resolved through the normal inspection process, the recurring nature of heating system problems and recent maintenance violations suggests ongoing challenges with property upkeep and infrastructure reliability.