978A Myrtle Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11206

The three-story, three-unit residential building at 978A Myrtle Avenue in Bedford-Stuyvesant, built in 1931 and owned by Willie Wren Sr, has experienced several significant maintenance and safety issues in recent years. Most notably, in early 2024, the building faced multiple paint and plaster issues, including ceiling and wall problems, as well as a documented mold condition. These complaints were initially marked as emergency situations, though HPD was unable to gain access for inspection in some cases.

In the apartment 1A, which has had multiple documented violations, inspections from early 2024 revealed various issues including leaky faucets, mold, plaster damage, and pest infestation that have since been certified as corrected. The building has experienced recurring heating and hot water problems, with emergency complaints in October 2022 and April 2022, though tenants reported restoration of services. Additional issues have included problems with electrical systems (an outlet issue in 2021), door and window conditions, and exterior maintenance matters. More recent inspections in 2025 have shown some improvement, with the most recent rodent inspection passing in February 2025.

However, there have been several documented instances of rat activity throughout 2024, as evidenced by multiple bait applications. Notably, the building has maintained a pest-free status regarding bedbugs over multiple reporting periods from 2020 through 2025. The building's maintenance history suggests ongoing challenges with both basic services and interior conditions, though many recent violations have been addressed. While there have been no recent reports of bedbugs, the rodent activity and maintenance issues documented in 2024-2025 indicate that some building systems and sanitation concerns persist.