2849 Brighton 6th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11235

The property at 2849 Brighton 6th Street, a 2-story, 3-unit building constructed in 1925 and currently owned by Esther Waters, has experienced ongoing regulatory and safety issues since 2018, with the most significant being multiple violations related to obstructed egress. The building has accumulated six active ECB violations (as of 2025) concerning an obstructed exit passageway between 2849 and 2853 Brighton 6th Street, with penalties totaling $62,500.

These violations stem from an iron gate that has repeatedly been found chained and padlocked, blocking emergency exits. Additionally, there are three active DOB violations for failing to certify corrections of these immediately hazardous conditions. The building's history also includes four consecutive years (2021-2024) of violations for not filing the required annual bedbug report, though the most recent filing for the period of 2021-2022 shows no reported infestations.

The property has had several complaints investigated by the Department of Buildings between 2019-2020, including concerns about construction beyond approved plans, illegal curb cuts, and building vibrations, though none of these complaints resulted in violations. Prior to the current ownership period, rodent inspections in 2011 and 2012 showed no issues. While the building's recent bedbug reporting compliance is an improvement, the persistent access and safety violations, particularly regarding emergency egress, represent the most significant ongoing concern regarding resident safety and building management compliance.