629 Eastern Parkway, Brooklyn, NY 11213

This four-story, 16-unit tenement building at 629 Eastern Parkway in Crown Heights, owned by Pembroke Realty, has been in operation since 1905. The property has experienced recurring heating and hot water issues, with documented complaints in 2019 and most recently in January 2023, though in each case, tenants reported that the problems were resolved before inspections were fully completed. The building has faced ongoing challenges with pests, particularly rodents, as evidenced by multiple 311 complaints and Department of Health inspections between 2023 and 2025.

A recent unsanitary conditions complaint in April 2025 was notable for the HPD inspector's inability to gain access for inspection, marking a potentially concerning pattern of access issues. The building's infrastructure has undergone various scrutiny, particularly in 2021, when several violations were documented regarding security features, emergency access, and unauthorized alterations to double doors in the fire passageway. Although these violations were eventually closed, they highlighted some safety concerns that required attention.

The property has maintained a clean record regarding bedbug infestations, with no reported cases from 2019 through 2025. Recent rodent inspections in 2023-2025 have shown mixed results, with one indicating rat activity in June 2023, though subsequent inspections passed. The building's management has consistently addressed safety violations, such as repairing a defective fire escape tread in 2021 and removing encumbrances blocking emergency access, though these issues required multiple inspections to resolve. The property appears to be actively monitored by both HPD and DOHMH, with regular inspections and prompt responses to complaints, but the recurring nature of heating and pest-related issues suggests ongoing maintenance challenges for the building.