1305 Lincoln Place, Brooklyn, NY 11213

The 8-unit, 4-story New Law Tenement building at 1305 Lincoln Place in Crown Heights, owned by Donovan Martin, has experienced several recurring maintenance and safety issues over the past several years, with the most recent, significant problems occurring in 2024-2025. There have been multiple incidents of heat and hot water complaints, with the most recent occurrence in November 2024 being classified as an emergency, and a water leak issue reported in March 2025 that HPD inspectors were unable to access for evaluation. The building has also faced electrical system challenges, with various complaints including a power outage in 2018 and multiple electrical-related violations in 2023, including issues with wiring, outlets/switches, and safety concerns.

Notably, the property has documented pest control challenges, including rat activity confirmed in inspections from 2023 and 2018-2019, with multiple violations related to pest management. The building has had several concerning safety-related violations, particularly in February 2023, including issues with carbon monoxide detectors, window guards, and multiple structural features needing repair. Additional maintenance violations have been documented, including problems with the bathroom flushing apparatus, kitchen floor tiles, and self-closing doors in the 1R apartment.

The building's maintenance history shows some periodic compliance with bedbug reporting requirements, with the most recent filings from 2024 indicating no infested dwellings, though previous records from 2019-2020 showed some infestations. Recent inspections in 2024 for building stability concerns and work without permits did not result in violations due to inspector access issues. While many historical violations have been closed, the consistency of building systems issues and periodic complaints suggests ongoing maintenance and access challenges for both tenants and inspectors.