1301 Avenue K, Brooklyn, NY 11230

The four-story, 30-unit New Law Tenement building at 1301 Avenue K in Midwood, owned by Isreal Gluck and constructed in 1923, has experienced several significant maintenance and safety issues in recent years. Most notably, there have been two heat and hot water complaints in late 2024 (one in December and one in November), with HPD unable to gain access for inspections in both cases. The building has documented multiple unsanitary conditions, particularly regarding mold and pest issues, with violations issued in November 2024 and inspections revealing problems in Apartment 2A's bathroom.

The property has faced recurring issues in 2024, including violations related to wall conditions, window frames, flooring, cabinets, and various other maintenance concerns, many of which inspectors were unable to access for proper evaluation. The building's documented history includes various safety violations, such as problems with smoke and carbon monoxide detectors in Apartment 1B (June 2024), and a facade inspection in May 2023 revealed structural concerns resulting in a $2,500 penalty. Previous complaints about building shaking (May 2023) and egress issues (2018) were resolved without violations.

While there have been periodic rodent activity reports between 2015 and 2018, bedbug infestations have been relatively low and controlled, with reports showing eradicated units in 2020-2021. The building has had some problems with regulatory compliance regarding inspection certifications and documentation, though these violations have generally been resolved, including issues related to plaster surfaces, fire door self-closing mechanisms, and smoke detector functionality. Recent inspections have focused on various maintenance issues across multiple apartments, particularly in 2024, indicating ongoing challenges with building upkeep and resident comfort.