1448 Utica Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11213

1448 Utica Avenue is a 4-story, 10-unit New Law tenement building located in Crown Heights, constructed in 1916 and currently owned by Kerry Kramer. The building has experienced persistent maintenance issues over the past two years, with the most recent cluster of complaints in May 2025 including a mold issue, heavy water leak, and ceiling problems, all of which resulted in violations being issued.

The building has experienced recurring heat and hot water system problems, with multiple complaints recorded between late 2024 and early 2025, though inspections often found service had been restored by the time of inspection. Other significant issues include pest problems (February 2025), plumbing concerns (February 2024), and electrical lighting problems (February 2024), though some of these complaints were either inspected without violations being found or were not able to be verified upon inspection.

The property has undergone various inspections and received multiple violation notices, particularly in 2025 where three emergency complaints were filed and closed regarding water leaks, ceiling issues, and unsanitary conditions. While these recent complaints suggest ongoing maintenance challenges, it's worth noting that the building has not reported any bedbug infestations in the most recent reporting period (2023-2024), and some earlier complaints from 2024 regarding plumbing, flooring, and paint issues were documented as non-emergency. The pattern of complaints suggests periodic issues with building systems and maintenance, particularly regarding water-related problems and heating systems, though many complaints have been addressed and closed through HPD inspections.