1332 Sterling Place, Brooklyn, NY 11213
The 6-unit, 3-story New Law Tenement at 1332 Sterling Place in Crown Heights, built in 1907 and currently owned by Joel Baum, has experienced several significant incidents in recent years, most notably a fire event in May 2023 that affected multiple apartments (1L, 1R, 2L, 2R, 3L, and 3R) on all floors, resulting in Class C violations for "abate the nuisance consisting of fire damage." The building has more recent concerns including a potentially serious water leak reported in early 2025 that HPD inspectors were unable to access for verification, as well as various building maintenance issues in 2025 related to windows, heat, and general upkeep, though these were determined not to violate housing laws. The property has a documented history of access issues for inspections, particularly regarding complaints about work being done without permits, with multiple failed inspection attempts in early 2024.
A bedbug report for the period ending October 2024 showed no infestations, and a rodent inspection from 2018 passed successfully. The building is currently facing an open Class C violation from 2023 concerning roof repairs and skylight glass replacement.
While the 2023-2024 period shows numerous maintenance issues being reported and investigated, most were found not to violate housing codes, though the inability to access units during inspections remains a recurring theme in the building's maintenance history. The property has also experienced various general maintenance issues in 2025 that prompted multiple HPD inspections, including problems with windows, heat, and postal services, though most recent complaints have been officially closed even if access for proper inspection was not granted.
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Building Characteristics
Total units | 6 |
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Year built | 1907 |
Total area | 6006 sq ft |
Floors | 3 |
Tax Abatements | None |
Building Class | NEW LAW TENEMENT |

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