1086 Dekalb Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11221
1086 Dekalb Avenue is a 4-unit, 4-story Old Law Tenement building located in Bedford-Stuyvesant, Brooklyn, built in 1931 and currently owned by Kam Mui Lau. The building has experienced persistent maintenance challenges in recent years, with particular attention needed to safety systems and pest control. Between 2019-2025, there have been multiple housing code violations and inspection requirements regarding pest management and safety systems, including ongoing open violations related to annual bedbug reporting requirements from 2021-2024.
The property has documented rat activity consistently from 2022 through 2025, with the most recent inspections in February 2025 showing either passed or rat activity results. The building's safety systems have required attention, with violations recorded in 2019 for smoke and carbon monoxide detector issues, which were classified as emergencies and closed. Additional maintenance violations from 2019 indicate various infrastructure issues, particularly in apartment 2FL, including problems with window mechanics, intercom systems, electrical outlets, and bathroom fixtures.
The building has also faced challenges with sanitation and environmental controls, as evidenced by multiple complaints and violations regarding mold, pests, and water leaks. A food poisoning complaint filed with DOHMH in October 2019 is currently listed as in progress. While some violations have been addressed (as shown by their closed status), many remain open, particularly those related to bedbug reporting requirements, suggesting ongoing maintenance and compliance challenges for the property. Regular rodent inspections have been conducted, with the most recent results showing either passed inspections or indicating rat activity.
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Building Characteristics
Total units | 4 |
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Year built | 1931 |
Total area | 4800 sq ft |
Floors | 4 |
Tax Abatements | None |
Building Class | OLD LAW TENEMENT |

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- 1084 Dekalb Ave, New York, NY 11221
- 1086 Dekalb Ave, New York, NY 11221
- 23 Malcolm X Blvd, New York, NY 11221
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