224 Malcolm X Boulevard, Brooklyn, NY 11221

224 Malcolm X Boulevard, a 4-story, 8-unit tenement built in 1910 and owned by Kevin Alter, has experienced persistent infrastructure challenges over the past several years. The building has a documented history of heat and hot water issues, with eight separate complaints between 2018 and 2022, including three instances of heat problems in December 2020 alone. The most significant recent incident occurred in November 2022 when a power outage resulted in violations being issued by the Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD).

A concerning pattern of rodent activity has been documented through multiple inspections, with the most recent rodent inspection in June 2025 showing rat activity. The building has also faced maintenance challenges, including a violation in December 2022 for roach and mice infestations in apartment 4B, and previous issues with electrical wiring in apartment 4A. The property has been compliant with bedbug reporting requirements since 2021, showing no infested units in recent filings, and annual inspections have generally indicated resolution of specific violations, with the most recent bedbug report filed showing no infested units for the 2023-2024 period.

The building's maintenance history reveals a mix of resolved and ongoing issues, including past problems with door/window security and plumbing fixtures. Notable violations include a December 2022 citation for failing to remove encumbrances in the public hall and a 2020 violation regarding defective carbon monoxide detectors in apartment 4B. While many historical building complaints have been resolved through proper channels, the recurring nature of heating system problems, electrical issues, and pest management challenges suggests ongoing infrastructure maintenance requirements. Recent rodent inspections indicate fluctuations in pest control effectiveness, with both passed inspections and instances of rat activity documented through 2025.