137 Sterling Street, Brooklyn, NY 11225

The 16-unit, 4-story New Law Tenement building at 137 Sterling Street in Prospect-Lefferts Gardens, built in 1916 and currently owned by Kino Vitet, has experienced a series of concerning maintenance issues in recent months. Most notably, in February 2025, there were multiple complaints regarding heat and hot water problems, plumbing issues, and appliance malfunctions, with HPD inspectors often unable to gain access to apartments for proper inspection.

A water leak issue was documented in February 2025, resulting in violations being issued. The building has a documented history of gas supply problems, with multiple violations in 2022 concerning inadequate gas to appliances in Apartments 1A and 4C, along with several associated Environmental Control Board violations related to unpermitted work and gas system modifications. The building has also faced various maintenance challenges in recent years, including violations for roof leaks in the public hall, bathtub repair issues in Apartment 4C, and multiple problems with appliances and plumbing systems.

The building's inspection history shows a pattern of violations concerning proper maintenance and repairs, though most have been closed following certification of corrections. Fortunately, the building has maintained an active record of bedbug and rodent control, with no reported infestations or violations since 2019, and past rodent inspections in December 2011 resulted in "Passed" ratings. While many historical violations have been resolved, the recent pattern of service requests and inspection access issues suggests ongoing maintenance challenges that require attention.