49 Crown Street, Brooklyn, NY 11225
Located in Crown Heights, 49 Crown Street is a 33-story, 321-unit residential building constructed in 1973 and currently owned by Lorna Blackman. The building has experienced numerous maintenance issues over the past year, with most recent complaints focusing on both pest problems and heat/hot water issues. As of June 2025, there are open and recently closed complaints regarding unsanitary conditions related to pests, and multiple heat/hot water complaints have emerged throughout June 2025, affecting both individual apartments and the entire building.
The building has also faced significant safety concerns, particularly in late 2022 when a portion of the masonry facade between the 31st and 22nd floors failed, resulting in emergency work orders and active violations regarding facade stability and inspections. The building's maintenance history shows recurring issues with building systems and resident safety equipment. Recent inspections have revealed violations in Apartment 11D regarding missing smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors, and evidence of rodent infestations, while Apartment 18J has an open violation regarding window guard repairs.
The property has a documented history of rodent activity, with inspections showing inconsistent results between 2018 and 2025. Frequent elevator-related violations were noted in 2024, and multiple complaints regarding excessive debris and hallway obstructions have been recorded throughout 2024 and 2025. While the building has had some recent permit activity suggesting ongoing maintenance efforts, the frequency and nature of the complaints indicate persistent challenges with building systems and resident safety features.
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Building Characteristics
Total units | 321 |
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Year built | 1973 |
Total area | 320000 sq ft |
Floors | 33 |
Tax Abatements | None |
Building Class | HEREAFTER ERECTED CLASS A |

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- 43 Crown St, New York, NY 11225
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