2361 Coney Island Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11223

The 114-unit, 6-story New Law Tenement building at 2361 Coney Island Avenue in Sheepshead Bay, owned by Thomas Steiner and constructed in 1928, has experienced persistent maintenance issues over the past several years, with the most pressing concerns centered around elevator functionality and heating systems. As of mid-2025, there are multiple active violation notices related to the elevator system, including significant penalties totaling $12,500 from November 2023 regarding inoperative disc brake monitors and maintenance deficiencies.

The building has also faced recurring heat and hot water problems, particularly in early 2025 when both building-wide and apartment-specific complaints were filed, though inspections indicated these issues were resolved during the investigation. Recent inspection findings from late 2024 and early 2025 reveal multiple open violations that warrant attention, including ongoing infestation issues in apartment 2A (roaches and mice), problems with door and window frames throughout the building, and several maintenance matters related to individual apartments such as flooring, plaster repairs, and window functionality.

The building's elevator system has been a recurring source of complaints, with multiple violations documented between 2018 and 2023 including instances of the only elevator being out of service, directly impacting accessibility for tenants. The property currently has several active Department of Buildings violations related to failure to display energy efficiency scores and to certify corrections on hazardous conditions, indicating ongoing compliance issues. However, it's worth noting that during recent bedbug reporting periods (2018-2021), there were no documented infestations or treatment requirements, suggesting this particular pest issue has been effectively managed.