2238 Pacific Street, Brooklyn, NY 11233

The 6-unit, 3-story tenement building at 2238 Pacific Street in Crown Heights, owned by Michael Rooney and constructed in 1910, has experienced significant maintenance issues in recent months. Most notably, between January and May 2025, there were multiple complaints and violations related to basic services including heat/hot water systems (with inspections revealing violations), plumbing issues involving toilets, sinks, and bathtubs, as well as problems with windows and flooring. A particularly concerning pattern emerged in early 2025, with three separate heat/hot water complaints and multiple plumbing-related issues, some of which resulted in violations.

Currently, there are active Department of Buildings violations from 2019 and 2023 regarding failure to file annual boiler inspection reports. The building's condition is further reflected in the open violations issued in late 2024 against Apartment 2A, including problems with water leaks, floor damage, and various issues requiring repairs to plastered surfaces and window frames. While the building has demonstrated good pest management practices, with no reported bedbug infestations since 2019 and passed rodent inspections in 2017 and 2018, the current maintenance issues suggest ongoing challenges with building systems and infrastructure.

The property has experienced multiple instances of HPD being unable to complete inspections due to lack of access, raising concerns about communication and access protocols. Recent 311 complaints collectively indicate ongoing infrastructural challenges, particularly with plumbing and heating systems, despite some complaints being classified as non-emergency situations. The tenement's history shows some recurring patterns, with multiple heating system issues reported in different years, though the specific problems and their resolutions are not always detailed in the available data. The building classifies as a "NEW LAW TENEMENT," which typically implies certain requirements for maintenance and tenant protection, though the specific implications of this designation are not detailed in the provided data.