2349 Benson Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11214

The four-story, 32-unit apartment building at 2349 Benson Avenue in Gravesend, owned by Giovanni Dimaggio, has a documented history dating back to 1930 as a New Law Tenement. The property has experienced recurring heat and hot water issues, with multiple complaints between 2020 and 2024 indicating problems in both entire building and individual apartments. Most recently, there was a smoking incident in March 2025, and a pest-related complaint in summer 2025.

The building's infrastructure maintenance has been a concern, particularly regarding the boiler system. There were two complaints about the boiler being defective or inoperative in early 2025, followed by two additional boiler-related complaints in February 2025 for which inspectors were unable to gain access. The Department of Buildings has issued several active violations related to the failure to file required inspections and reports, including external low-pressure inspections for 2020 and 2021, and the failure to display energy efficiency information. Recent safety and maintenance concerns include an open violation from January 2024 regarding the need to maintain proper gas leak procedures posting, and a May 2023 violation related to fire escape safety.

In terms of pest management, while there were bedbug reporting requirements in 2021 and 2022, the most recent reports from October 2023 and December 2023 indicate zero infested units, suggesting effective management of this issue. The building has experienced various maintenance challenges over the years, with plumbing issues reported in May 2023 and water supply problems noted. The property has had some administrative matters requiring attention, including a 2022 drinking water incident that was referred to the Department of Environmental Protection. While many complaints have been resolved promptly, the pattern of heating system problems and the recent boiler complaints suggest ongoing infrastructure maintenance challenges.