99 Albany Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11213

99 Albany Avenue in Crown Heights is a 4-unit, 4-story residential building constructed in 1910 and currently owned by Jacob Lang. The property has experienced recurring issues with heat and hot water throughout its recent history, with at least six documented complaints between 2020 and 2025, including two emergency complaints in January 2025, and several instances in December 2023 for which HPD was unable to gain access for inspection.

The building has also faced significant maintenance challenges, particularly affecting the fourth-floor apartment (Apartment 4), which has ongoing violations related to mice infestation (Class C violation as of January 2024), water leaks, and damage to plastered surfaces requiring repairs and proper painting in both the bathroom and main room (Class B violations). The building has experienced multiple water-related issues, with complaints about heavy flow leaks in late 2023 and a slow leak in 2020, all resulting in HPD violations. Recent inspections have revealed concerns about obstructed fire egress from fire escapes and encumbrances in public hallways, though some violations from early 2024 appear to have been addressed by February 2024.

The property has demonstrated compliance with bedbug reporting requirements, with no reported infestations in the most recent annual reports for both 2024-2025 and 2021-2022, and passed a rodent inspection in 2018. However, the building's maintenance record shows persistent challenges with basic services and environmental conditions, particularly during the winter months when heat and hot water issues are most acute. Active violations regarding pest control and building maintenance suggest ongoing attention is required to address these recurring problems.