86 1st Place, Brooklyn, NY 11231

86 1st Place is a 5-story, 10-unit old law tenement building located in Carroll Gardens, built in 1920 and currently owned by Doris Palenque. The building has experienced significant maintenance issues over the past three years, with multiple emergency complaints recorded in 2022-2025. Most notably, in early 2023, there were serious problems documented including heavy water leaks (both in February and March), ceiling damage requiring paint/plaster repairs, plumbing issues affecting water supply, and door-related concerns, all of which resulted in violations being issued by the Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD).

Two pest-related complaints were filed during this period, with one in February 2023 resulting in an inspection, though no violations were issued. The building currently has several open violations from 2023-2024 that require attention. These include two bedbug report violations (from March and April 2023) that have not been certified, and multiple violations specifically related to Apartment 2, including water leak issues affecting both the bathroom and hallway ceilings, problems with various fixture supply lines, damaged plaster surfaces, and exposed electrical wiring concerns - all classified as Class B violations. Additional violations relate to safety concerns such as the need to post proper gas leak procedure notices and housing information guide availability, both classified as Class A violations due to their potential impact on resident safety.

The building has a documented history of water-related issues, with multiple leak complaints spanning from 2022 through 2024. While some issues have been addressed and closed through inspection, others remain open or were closed without inspection due to access issues. The most recent service request regarding door/window problems was filed in December 2023 and closed in April 2024, though the specific resolution details indicate inspectors were unable to gain access for proper evaluation. The cumulative pattern of maintenance requests suggests ongoing challenges with building upkeep and resident comfort, particularly regarding water infrastructure, pest control, and basic habitability standards.