150 21st Street, Brooklyn, NY 11232

The four-story, 12-unit building at 150 21st Street in Sunset Park, owned by Joel Mizrahi and constructed in 1933, has experienced several recurring maintenance issues in recent years. Most notably, there has been an ongoing rodent problem, with multiple rat sightings documented between 2024-2025, culminating in inspections in May 2025 showing active rat activity and the application of bait. The building has also faced significant maintenance challenges in Apartment 3C, particularly in late 2024, where multiple violations were documented including pest infestations (mice), the need for smoke detector replacement, bathroom tub repairs, and issues with various building systems.

The unit requires repairs to plaster surfaces and window components, and there has been a violation noted regarding obstruction of fire escape egress that requires attention. More generally, the building has experienced various issues requiring external agency intervention, including plumbing problems, unsanitary conditions (including mold in 2023), and electrical wiring concerns. The property has a history of sanitation-related complaints, with multiple reports of unsanitary conditions regarding garbage storage dating back to 2021.

While the bedbug reports from 2021 to 2024 show no infestations, the building's maintenance history suggests ongoing challenges with pest control and general upkeep. The Department of Buildings conducted an inspection in August 2024 concerning structural stability, which found no violations at that time. Despite the numerous maintenance issues, it should be noted that many historical violations have been resolved, with recent inspections focusing on specific ongoing problems.