1519 Dean Street, Brooklyn, NY 11213

1519 Dean Street is a 3-story, 4-unit Old Law Tenement building located in Crown Heights, Brooklyn, owned by Salomon Frand and constructed in 1899. The property has experienced recurring plumbing issues, with multiple emergency service requests in 2024 alone involving toilets and sink basins, though no violations were issued following inspections.

The building underwent significant scrutiny regarding its fourth-floor penthouse addition, with an ECB violation issued in 2018 for unauthorized construction, resulting in a $2,500 penalty, and various complaints between 2018-2021 about illegal conversion and construction work. Fire safety concerns were raised in 2021-2022, including the need for additional sprinkler heads and proper sealing of sprinkler system valves, though many violations were subsequently closed. The building's maintenance history shows periodic issues with unsanitary conditions, including mold complaints in 2018 and 2024, and a rodent infestation problem documented in 2018-2019, with multiple inspections showing rat activity.

In terms of pest control, bedbug reports indicate a significant infestation period from 2021-2022 with four affected units, followed by a clear report for 2022-2023, suggesting some improvement. The property has maintained regular compliance with bedbug reporting requirements, though historical data shows fluctuating infestation rates. Several building systems and maintenance issues have been addressed through permits, with multiple plumbing and electrical permits issued between 2018-2022, indicating ongoing maintenance and upgrading of building systems.