969 Gates Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11221

The 6-story, 116-unit building at 969 Gates Avenue in Bedford-Stuyvesant, owned by Mordechai Piller and built in 1975, has experienced persistent maintenance issues throughout 2025, with particular concerns regarding unsanitary conditions. The most recent problems include multiple mold violations (most recently documented in May 2025), a pest infestation (May 2025), and a water leak (February 2025). The building has a documented history of elevator service disruption, with multiple complaints filed between 2018 and 2020, though inspections generally found no violations at the time.

December 2024 inspections revealed multiple violations in apartment 603, including issues with roach and mouse infestations, floor repairs, and various maintenance concerns. The property has also been subject to two active Environmental Control Board violations as of 2024 regarding parking structure inspection requirements and elevator maintenance issues. The building's maintenance history shows a pattern of recurring problems, particularly with mold and pests, with emergency complaints being filed and closed throughout 2025. While there have been periodic rodent inspections, most have passed.

The property has maintained bedbug-free status since 2023, though prior infestations were documented in 2022. Recent violations have prompted housing court actions, with HPD issuing violations for mold and pest problems in April and May 2025. The building's maintenance record suggests ongoing challenges with ventilation and moisture control, as evidenced by the repeated mold complaints and violations. Additional maintenance issues have included problems with walls and paint (April and May 2025), door maintenance (April 2025), and various historical elevator and parking structure compliance matters.