2612 West Street, Brooklyn, NY 11223

2612 West Street in Gravesend is a 6-story, 240-unit apartment building constructed in 1951 that has recently experienced several concerning tenant issues. In spring 2025, multiple complaints were filed regarding window frames, wall conditions, and pest problems, with inspections being attempted but access not granted.

Most notably, there were recurring heat and hot water issues reported through multiple complaints in March-April 2025, with some inspections unable to confirm conditions due to access issues, though HPD noted restoration of services had been confirmed in one instance. The building has also faced more serious infrastructure concerns, including a power outage in April 2025 and longstanding lead paint compliance issues involving multiple apartments (1D, 2A, 2C, 2E, 5A, 5D, 5E, and 5F) identified during a November 2024 inspection. The property has a documented history of pest control challenges, with bedbug incidents reported between 2021 and 2024, though the most recent reports (2024-2025) show fewer infestations with units being successfully treated.

Recent rodent inspections were passed (2023), suggesting improved conditions in this area compared to multiple rat activity reports from 2014. Building systems have undergone various inspections, including elevator repairs noted in 2020 (traction sheave worn, pit light defective), and two Local Law 188/17 Compliance Inspections in 2024, showing some attention to regulatory requirements. While recent bedbug and rodent issues appear to have stabilized, the frequency of heat/hot water complaints and other maintenance issues suggests ongoing challenges with building systems and maintenance response protocols.