569 Empire Boulevard, Brooklyn, NY 11225
569 Empire Boulevard is a 24-unit, 4-story residential building constructed in 1925 and currently owned by Joseph Halpert. The building has experienced several persistent issues over recent years, particularly in 2024-2025, with multiple Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) complaints regarding unsanitary conditions, including multiple reports of dog-related issues and rodent concerns. Between April 2024 and June 2025, the building underwent several emergency and non-emergency Housing Maintenance Code complaints, including issues with water leaks, painting/plastering needs, and unsanitary conditions, particularly in Unit C6 where violations related to water leaks and ceiling conditions were documented. The building has also faced structural maintenance challenges, with multiple Housing Maintenance Code violations related to self-closing doors in various locations, including public areas and specific apartments such as B3 and B6.
The property’s maintenance history shows recurring problems with water-related issues, as evidenced by multiple violations and complaints regarding water leaks and heavy flow conditions. There have been three consecutive rat inspections in early 2025, with bait applied, following regular monitoring showing rat activity. Egress and safety concerns were documented in 2021 regarding blocked exit passageways, for which violations were served, though these were subsequently resolved. The building's most recent bedbug reporting covering 2022-2023 indicates no infested or re-infested units, suggesting successful pest management in this regard.
Recent DOHMH inspections in 2025 have shown varying results, with some inspections being unable to access the site while others resulted in inspections being conducted. The building's violation history includes a current active violation from 2023 related to the failure to file 2018 external low pressure inspection documentation. Past inspections have revealed issues requiring attention, including a documented rodent infestation in 2024 and multiple water-related compliance requirements. While some violations from 2021 and 2023 have been resolved, the pattern of recurring maintenance issues suggests ongoing challenges with building upkeep, particularly regarding plumbing systems, water management, and pest control. The property has documented all necessary certificates of correction for various violations, though some repairs were allowed to be completed without a repeat inspection, as indicated in recent violation resolutions.
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Building Characteristics
Total units | 24 |
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Year built | 1925 |
Total area | 21600 sq ft |
Floors | 4 |
Tax Abatements | None |
Building Class | NEW LAW TENEMENT |

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