494 Sterling Place, Brooklyn, NY 11238

494 Sterling Place is a 7-story, 77-unit residential building constructed in 2013 in Crown Heights, owned by Bruce Ratner. The property has experienced recurring maintenance issues, most notably concerning indoor air quality and pest control. In early 2025, there were multiple complaints about chemical vapors and odors, though not all resulted in violations.

More recently, in May 2025, there was a pest-related complaint that resulted in violations requiring owner correction. The building has a significant history of mold-related issues, with several emergency maintenance code violations documented between 2023-2024, particularly affecting apartments 1B, 1C, and 7A. There have also been multiple heating and hot water service complaints requiring emergency attention in late 2023. The property has undergone several rodent inspections, with mixed results; most recently passing in June 2025, but showing rat activity in earlier inspections throughout 2024.

The building has documented bed bug activity in the 2022-2023 reporting period, though subsequent reports from 2023-2024 show no infestations. Additional concerns include a flooring issue in 2025 and various building system violations, including self-closing door problems and a terrace door repair needed in 2024. The building has complied with energy reporting requirements after receiving violations for failure to file benchmarking reports in 2021, which were subsequently dismissed. While many historical complaints have been resolved, the recurring nature of certain issues, particularly concerning air quality, mold, and pests, suggests ongoing maintenance challenges.