2601 Bath Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11214

The two-story, three-unit building at 2601 Bath Avenue in Gravesend, owned by Philip Knoll, has experienced recurring heating and hot water issues in recent years, with the most recent complaints in May 2023 affecting the entire building. These complaints, classified as emergencies, were initially filed by multiple tenants, though HPD faced challenges gaining access to units for inspections. The building has a documented history of heating system problems, with similar complaints occurring in 2019 and various inspections indicating access issues.

Additionally, there are two open violations related to bedbug reporting requirements from March and April 2024, though past reports from 2019-2021 showed no documented infestations. The building underwent several maintenance inspections in 2021 which uncovered multiple issues requiring attention. These included problems with doors/windows (emergency violations), a slow water leak, and an unsanitary garbage/recycling storage condition.

Inspections also revealed the need for repairs to fire retardant materials in the cellar ceiling, an enclosure requirement for the central heating plant, and various door-related issues. While many of these violations were subsequently closed, the property has experienced intermittent electrical issues, as documented in complaints from 2018 and 2020, though no violations were issued following HPD inspections. The building's heating system appears to be a recurring concern, with multiple service requests and violations related to heat and hot water across different reporting periods, suggesting ongoing challenges with building systems and maintenance responsiveness.