2890 West 21st Street, Brooklyn, NY 11224

The 32-unit, 4-story New Law Tenement building at 2890 West 21st Street in Coney Island, owned by Harvey Coopersmith and constructed in 1930, has experienced several recurring maintenance issues in recent years. Most notably, from late 2023 through 2024, there have been multiple heat and hot water system failures in both individual apartments and the entire building, though records indicate these issues were resolved following tenant complaints. The building has also faced persistent water-related problems, with the most recent complaints in November 2024 involving heavy flow water leaks, ceiling issues, and mold concerns in Apartment 2D, for which violations were issued requiring the owner to make necessary repairs.

Earlier maintenance issues documented in 2023 included problems with pests, flooring conditions, and unsanitary mold situations, though many of these complaints were resolved without violations. The property has maintained good records regarding bedbug management, with no reported infestations in the three most recent annual filings from 2021 through 2024, and a passed rodent inspection in 2019. However, there are two active Department of Buildings violations from 2021 regarding the failure to display energy efficiency scores as required by code.

The building's maintenance history shows a pattern of recurring issues, particularly related to water systems and interior maintenance, though many complaints are addressed promptly according to HPD records. The building has undergone some improvements, as evidenced by permit records showing activity related to common area upgrades. While most recent complaints have been addressed through the HPD inspection process, there remain some open violations from 2023 related to building safety features that are still pending resolution as of now.