564 Lexington Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11221

564 Lexington Avenue is a 4-story, 6-unit Old Law Tenement building constructed in 1931, currently owned by Larry Lewis. The property has experienced several significant maintenance issues as of 2024, with multiple open violations recorded in March-April 2024, including problems with fire safety measures (missing notices for smoke and carbon monoxide detector requirements), maintenance of common areas (missing inspection certificate frame, required paint work on stairway walls), and safety concerns such as a defective roof ladder and fire-rated material issues in common areas.

Notably, there was fire damage documented in April 2024 in the entire Apartment 4, located on the 4th story, which represents a concerning resident safety issue. The building's roof requires attention due to broken or defective wood decking and asphalt material, as noted in a Class C violation. The property has undergone regular rodent inspections, with the most recent inspection in July 2025 showing passing results.

While there was rat activity noted in June 2024, this was followed by compliance inspections that passed in both June and August 2024, suggesting that pest management efforts have improved. The building's violation history suggests ongoing maintenance challenges, with the majority of open violations recorded in 2024 remaining unaddressed as of the current date. The repeated requirements for various safety postings and notices indicate potential lapses in building management's attention to regulatory compliance and resident safety protocols.