1151 Carroll Street, Brooklyn, NY 11225
1151 Carroll Street is a 4-story, 12-unit New Law Tenement building located in Crown Heights and owned by Nathan Obstfeld. The 1912 construction has experienced recurring maintenance issues, particularly regarding heating systems, with two heat/hot water complaints filed in 2023 and 2025, though inspections confirmed restoration of services. The building has shown consistent issues with appliance functionality, including multiple complaints about refrigerators and electric ranges between 2023 and 2025, with most inspections finding no violations, though one August 2023 inspection could not gain access for evaluation. Recent November 2023 complaints revealed multiple maintenance concerns including problems with walls, ceilings, doors, and appliances, though inspections found no violations.
The building's maintenance record shows a mix of resolved and ongoing issues, with significant violations cited in December 2023 regarding a self-closing roof door. A cluster of violations was documented in August 2023 related to building safety, including problems with fire escape equipment, handrails, and fire-retardant materials in corridors, though these were marked as "Close" following inspections. Additional violations from 2023 included a need for masonry repairs, removal of discarded items, and addressing various encumbrances in hallways. The Department of Buildings records from 2018-2019 indicate several audits and inspections with no violations found, and multiple permits were issued in 2018 for plumbing work.
The building has maintained a clear record regarding pest management, with no bedbug infestations reported in the annual filings from 2020 to 2024. However, rodent inspections have shown mixed results, with recent inspections in 2024 and 2025 passing, but earlier inspections in 2022 showed rat activity. Overall, 1151 Carroll Street has experienced persistent maintenance challenges, particularly regarding heat systems and appliance functionality, while also facing various building safety and maintenance issues. The property has complied with pest control requirements, though rodent inspections have indicated ongoing challenges.
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Building Characteristics
Total units | 12 |
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Year built | 1912 |
Total area | 14400 sq ft |
Floors | 4 |
Tax Abatements | None |
Building Class | NEW LAW TENEMENT |

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