1225 Eastern Parkway, Brooklyn, NY 11213

The four-story, 23-unit tenement building at 1225 Eastern Parkway in Crown Heights, owned by Rochpark LLC, has experienced numerous maintenance issues in recent months, particularly in the area of basic utilities. Starting from May 2025, there was a series of heating and hot water problems affecting both individual apartments and the entire building, with multiple complaints registered through 311 services and the Housing Maintenance Code system. The building has also faced persistent plumbing issues, including water supply problems documented through multiple complaints in both April and May 2025, some of which inspectors were unable to fully assess.

Electrical concerns were reported in May 2025, including a power outage and lighting problems, though these issues were reportedly resolved quickly based on tenant reports. The building's recent history (2020-2025) shows various structural and safety concerns. A significant incident in 2020 involved building shaking and a partial vacate order, while a 2021 fire resulted in smoke damage to multiple apartments (2D and 3D) and violations related to these conditions.

The property has faced pest-related challenges as evidenced by multiple rodent inspections in 2025, showing consistent rat activity despite repeated bait application efforts. Earlier violations from 2024 showed problems with window repairs, pest infestations (mice in apartment 2B, roaches in apartment 3A), and various maintenance issues in apartment 2F, including bathroom fixtures and kitchen infrastructure problems, though most of these violations were eventually closed after necessary repairs were made. The building's systems have undergone some improvements, with several emergency work permits issued in 2020 and 2021, though access issues often complicated inspection efforts for various complaints.