1820 Avenue V, Brooklyn, NY 11229

The 32-unit, 4-story residential building at 1820 Avenue V in Sheepshead Bay, owned by Shelly Lang, has experienced several significant maintenance issues in recent months, most notably in early 2025, when there were multiple heat and hot water service disruptions throughout the building in January. During the same period, there was a cluster of complaints that HPD inspectors were unable to access, including issues with pests, door/window problems, flooring, and paint/plaster concerns. A December 2024 inspection revealed several violations, including the need for window guard installations in Apartment 3E, smoke detector repairs in Apartment 1B, and various issues with building systems and common areas.

The building has also encountered recurring steam heating system problems, with multiple "no heat" complaints registered through 311, most recently in January 2025. Historical records show the building has faced ongoing challenges with building systems and maintenance compliance. There are several active Department of Buildings violations related to energy benchmarking requirements from 2020-2021.

Previous inspection records indicate patterns of maintenance issues, particularly with heating systems, though the property has maintained a consistent record of zero bedbug infestations in recent years, with pest control efforts documented through regular inspections. Rodent inspections from 2011 through 2019 show fluctuating compliance results, with several failures noted in 2014-2019, though the most recent inspections indicate improved conditions. The building's recent violations and service complaints suggest ongoing maintenance challenges, particularly with heating systems and general building upkeep, though many historical violations have been resolved through subsequent corrections.