1685 President Street, Brooklyn, NY 11213

The 4-story, 19-unit tenement building at 1685 President Street in Crown Heights, owned by Nissim Seror and constructed in 1915, has experienced recurring maintenance issues over the past several years, particularly in the areas of water-related problems and unit maintenance. Most recently, from 2024 to 2025, there have been multiple incidents of water leaks, including both heavy flow and slow leaks, along with ongoing concerns about unsanitary conditions such as mold and various painting and plumbing issues.

The building has documented four separate water leak incidents between 2023 and 2025, with the most recent occurring in late 2024. Additionally, in 2024, the building received multiple violations affecting Apartment 1, including issues with plastered surfaces, water leaks, pest control (roach infestation), and problems with smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. The building has also faced periodic heat and hot water supply issues, with complaints recorded in 2021-2022, though these problems were reportedly resolved when HPD representatives responded.

The property's record includes some concerning recent developments, most notably an April 2025 inspection revealing rodent activity requiring bait application after earlier inspections in 2025 showed failed results and the presence of rats. While there have been numerous violations and maintenance requests throughout the building's history, particularly between 2022 and 2025, many of these complaints have been addressed and closed by the Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD). The building's maintenance pattern suggests ongoing challenges with water systems, unit maintenance, and pest control, with varying degrees of timely resolution.