323 Lincoln Place, Brooklyn, NY 11238

The five-story, 10-unit building at 323 Lincoln Place in Prospect Heights, owned by Ben Soleimani, has a significant history of maintenance issues that warrant attention. Most notably, the property has experienced persistent water-related problems, with three water leak complaints in 2023-2024 (including heavy flow and slow leaks) and active violations as of October 2024 regarding water damage in Apartment 1R. Since 2023, there have been multiple complaints about interior conditions, including paint/plaster issues affecting walls and ceilings in various units, though most HPD inspections did not result in violations.

A concerning pattern of rodent activity emerged, with inspections in the summer of 2025 showing active rat presence, while earlier inspections between 2019-2020 had alternating results of passed inspections and bait applications. The building has documented lead paint hazards requiring remediation in Apartment 1R, along with several other open violations related to paint and plaster conditions, particularly affecting hallways and bathroom areas. The building's recent history includes a heat/hot water complaint in early 2024 that HPD could not verify during inspection, and multiple paint and plaster complaints throughout 2023-2024, some resulting in violations that require correction. A building inspection in March 2023 regarding an alleged illegal conversion found no violations warranting further action.

On a positive note, the building has maintained a consistent record of zero bed bug infestations reported in the past seven years, with all annual reporting periods showing no affected units. The property also experienced a boilers violation in 2019 for failing to file an annual inspection report, which was dismissed upon payment of a $1,000 penalty. The building's maintenance record from 2023 to 2025 shows a pattern of persistent water-related issues, interior maintenance needs, and active pest control concerns, particularly regarding rodent activity. While some complaints were resolved without violations being issued, there are multiple open violations as of the most recent inspections.