439 13th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11215

The 8-unit, 4-story Old Law Tenement building at 439 13th Street in South Slope, constructed in 1896 and currently owned by Michelle De La Uz, has experienced several significant maintenance and safety issues in recent years. Most notably, apartment 3B has been the focus of multiple violation notices in 2024-2025, including water leaks, mold, and maintenance issues related to cabinets, ceilings, and hot water temperature, which was recorded at 145°F - exceeding the maximum allowable temperature of 130°F. The building has had recurring plumbing and safety concerns, with multiple HPD complaints about radiator issues, water supply problems, a broken window guard, and smoke detector functionality.

There have also been multiple reports of rodent activity between 2024 and 2025, with several bait applications and compliance inspections indicating persistent pest control challenges. The property has maintained a clean record regarding bedbug infestations over the past several years, with no reported cases between 2019 and 2024. The building's maintenance history shows a mix of resolved and ongoing issues, with multiple HPD violations related to water leaks, mold, and various physical maintenance problems.

Recent inspections in 2025 continued to show rat activity, indicating that pest control remains an ongoing challenge. The property underwent construction work in 2019 that resulted in an ECB violation for non-conformance with approved construction documents, specifically regarding the installation of a washer and dryer. While many of the 2024 and 2025 HPD violations have been marked as closed, the presence of a recent complaint about window panes and multiple water-related issues suggests that some maintenance challenges persist. The building has passed all recent bedbug inspections, maintaining a pest-free record for this specific issue, though the ongoing rodent activity suggests challenges with other forms of pest management.