1226 Lincoln Place, Brooklyn, NY 11213

1226 Lincoln Place is a 4-story, 31-unit residential building constructed in 1923, currently owned by Chesky Engel and classified as a "New Law Tenement" building. The property has experienced several recurring maintenance issues in recent years, most notably with heat and hot water systems, with multiple complaints documented in May 2025 about building-wide heat and hot water problems. These heating system issues are consistent with historical patterns, as violations regarding boiler function and inspection access were recorded in 2021, 2022, and 2023.

In December 2024, multiple Housing Maintenance Code violations were documented for apartment C6, including problems with hot water, plaster surfaces, and various repairs needed, though these violations were subsequently certified as corrected. The building has also faced challenges with building systems and infrastructure, as evidenced by multiple 311 complaints in June 2025 regarding unsanitary conditions (mold), water leaks, and ceiling issues. Recent inspections have documented the presence of rat activity in 2023-2024, indicating ongoing pest control challenges, though the building has maintained a pest-free status regarding bedbugs in recent annual reports.

The property has outstanding Department of Buildings violations from 2019-2023 related to failure to file required boiler and external low-pressure inspections. While there have been various maintenance issues requiring attention, including plumbing, electrical, and plaster repairs as per Housing Maintenance Code complaints in 2025, it's worth noting that these issues have typically been addressed and closed out, suggesting the property management is responsive to maintenance needs, though the frequency of such complaints indicates ongoing infrastructure challenges. Additionally, there have been concerns regarding access to building systems, particularly the boiler, as evidenced by multiple complaints and violations about maintenance access requirements.