1563 Sterling Place, Brooklyn, NY 11213

1563 Sterling Place is a 4-story, 27-unit New Law Tenement built in 1922 and currently owned by Alen Rosen. The building has experienced multiple recurring maintenance issues in 2025, including persistent heat and hot water problems, with ten separate complaints recorded between February and May 2025. Recent inspections have also identified painting and ceiling maintenance issues, along with plumbing concerns, including water leaks.

These ongoing infrastructure problems suggest challenges with building maintenance and systems upkeep. The property has documented history of pest control challenges, particularly in recent years. Although the most recent bedbug reports (2022-2024) show no current infestations, there were consistent reports of bedbug presence between 2019-2022, affecting multiple units.

Rodent activity has been a persistent issue, with five documented inspections between 2014-2025 showing evidence of rat activity or violations related to pest control. Additional violations were noted in late 2024, including issues with self-closing doors, mold, and surface repairs in public areas and specific apartments (notably in B7 and 1A). While some of these violations were certified as corrected by early 2025, the frequency and nature of complaints suggest ongoing challenges with building systems and maintenance. The building's heating system, in particular, has been the subject of multiple emergency complaints in 2025, indicating potential systemic issues with temperature control.