1369 St Johns Place, Brooklyn, NY 11213

The 10-unit, 4-story building at 1369 St Johns Place in Crown Heights, built in 1929, has experienced several significant maintenance and safety issues in recent months. Between March and May 2025, there were multiple complaints requiring HPD inspections, including problems with water supply (April 2025), heating/hot water (open since April 2025), security systems (bell/buzzer/intercom), and smoke detectors, with violations issued for the water supply and general conditions. During this same period, pest issues were reported, and there were concerning complaints about door and window problems, with HPD inspectors not gaining access to complete their inspections.

The building has a history of violations and complaints dating back several years, with notable issues documented in 2016 regarding multiple problems in Apartment 2B, including defective floors, plaster surfaces, and door issues, which were subsequently certified as corrected in 2023. The property underwent renovation work in 2019-2020, during which time multiple Department of Buildings violations were issued related to construction safety and compliance, including missing fire extinguishers and failure to maintain proper housekeeping on the job site, though these were all resolved. The building has maintained a record of no bedbug infestations since 2020, with all recent bedbug reports showing zero infested units.

The most recent rodent inspections in 2017 and 2018 passed, though a rat activity report was noted in 2014. The property has active permits for ongoing maintenance and repair work, with the most recent permits issued between 2018-2022 for various construction and plumbing work. The timeline of recent issues suggests ongoing maintenance challenges, particularly regarding water systems, security features, and unit access for inspections. While many past violations have been resolved, the building continues to experience recurring issues that require attention from HPD and other regulatory agencies.