1046 Bergen Street, Brooklyn, NY 11216

The 4-story, 8-unit New Law Tenement at 1046 Bergen Street in Crown Heights, owned by Joel Fekete, has experienced several significant maintenance and safety issues since 2021. Most recently, in September 2023, multiple emergency complaints were filed regarding fire escape safety, roof door/hatch problems, and various paint/plaster issues which were resolved within days. The building has faced recurring heating system challenges, with emergency heat/hot water complaints documented in November 2022 and December 2021, though these were reportedly addressed promptly.

A concerning pattern of sanitation issues emerged in 2022, including confirmed pest infestations in multiple units (apartments 1D and A3) in late 2022, and documented problems with mold, water damage, and ceiling maintenance in apartment 4C. The property has undergone regular inspections for rodent activity between 2022 and 2025, with varying results: most recently passing an inspection in March 2025, but showing rat activity as recently as October 2023. The building's maintenance history reveals a mix of emergency and non-emergency issues, with several complaints in 2023-2024 remaining unresolved due to lack of access for inspection.

While the landlord has generally addressed most violations and service requests, as evidenced by their closure status, the frequency and variety of complaints suggest ongoing maintenance challenges. Notably, the building has maintained a bedbug-free status in its annual reporting from 2020 through 2024, with consistent documentation showing zero infested units. The most recent violations include an unresolved Class B mold issue from 2022 and various repair needs in apartment 4C related to plaster surfaces, paint, and unauthorized alterations.