2419 Benson Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11214

The property at 2419 Benson Avenue is a 4-unit, 2-story New Law Tenement building in Gravesend, constructed in 1930 and currently owned by Fred Petito. The building has recently experienced recurring heat and hot water issues, with multiple complaints and violations in October 2023, including a malfunctioning boiler room door lock and problems with the heating system access. These incidents have resulted in open Class C violations relating to heating system access and hot water provision.

The building appears to have ongoing concerns with basic safety systems, as evidenced by open Class B violations regarding missing carbon monoxide detectors and smoke detectors in apartment 1F. Additionally, there are multiple open Class A violations concerning the failure to file annual bedbug reports for 2021-2024. A cluster of maintenance issues was documented in April 2019, primarily focusing on pest control, though many of these complaints were closed without violations being issued, except for one related to unsanitary conditions.

Water-related problems were also noted during this period, including a heavy flow water leak and bathtub/shower issues. Historical data suggests that while some complaints have been resolved, the building has recurring issues with essential services, particularly regarding heating systems and safety equipment. Recent inspections in 2023 have revealed multiple violations in apartment 1F, including broken self-closing doors and defective plastered surfaces, indicating ongoing maintenance challenges.