1300 Sterling Place, Brooklyn, NY 11213

The 6-unit, 3-story residential building at 1300 Sterling Place in Crown Heights, owned by Moshe Baum, has experienced persistent maintenance and safety issues over recent years. Most notably, in early 2025, multiple emergency complaints were filed regarding heavy water leaks, ceiling plaster and paint issues, and mold conditions. These followed similar problems documented in 2023, particularly affecting apartment 1L, which experienced water damage, mold, and ceiling maintenance issues that resulted in multiple violations. The building's maintenance history also shows recurring water leak problems, with documented complaints in 2022 and 2025.

The property has faced significant challenges regarding building systems compliance and safety requirements. In 2023, multiple Housing Maintenance Code violations were issued, including issues with carbon monoxide detectors and smoke alarms in apartment 1L. The building has active Department of Buildings violations related to required external low-pressure inspections, with non-compliance dating back to 2018 being particularly concerning. Additionally, there were serious concerns about the building's use and safety systems in 2019, when multiple violations were recorded regarding illegal transient use, including inadequate egress and fire safety systems, though these were subsequently resolved.

The building's recent bedbug reports, filed regularly since 2021, show no infestations or eradication efforts required, suggesting effective monitoring in this area. However, a rodent inspection in 2018 resulted in a failed inspection for unspecified reasons. While the property has shown some ability to resolve specific violations when cited, the pattern of recurring issues, particularly relating to water damage and building systems compliance, indicates ongoing maintenance challenges. The most recent bedbug report from January 2025 shows no affected units, but the building's history suggests attention to pest control measures when necessary.