81 3rd Street, Brooklyn, NY 11231

81 3rd Street, a 4-story, 25-unit old law tenement built in 1920 and owned by Thomas Lydon, has experienced persistent elevator service issues throughout recent years, with multiple complaints about the single-device system and lack of alternate service. Most recently, in October 2024, three Class B violations were issued regarding garbage can encumbrances in stairwells on various floors, and there is currently an active ECB violation from December 2023 with a $1,250 penalty related to the elevator being out of service.

The building has a concerning pattern of maintenance issues, including repeated complaints about asbestos (with multiple inspection access issues), electrical problems (wiring and outlet concerns), mold, and heating systems, though many of these cases were closed without violations being cited. The property appears to have maintained a generally appropriate response to bedbug incidents, with only one reported infestation between 2023-2024 (all confirmed units were treated). A January 2024 complaint about egress issues was closed with no violations cited.

Environmental inspections have shown variability in conditions, with some passing rodent inspections (2017) but failing in 2015. The building's violation history suggests ongoing maintenance challenges, particularly regarding elevator service and building systems, though many historical violations have been resolved or closed without further penalties. Regular inspections and service requests document the building's maintenance history, indicating some level of responsiveness to resident complaints, even if many issues require multiple reports for proper resolution.