123 Pulaski Street, Brooklyn, NY 11206

The 5-story, 9-unit residential building at 123 Pulaski Street in Bedford-Stuyvesant, owned by Joel Berkowitz and constructed in 1910, has experienced several maintenance issues over the past decade, with a particular focus on water-related problems. Most recent concerns include rodent activity noted in multiple inspections throughout 2024-2025, with bait applications recorded in late 2024 and compliance inspections showing continuing rat activity.

The building has documented three significant water-related incidents between 2020-2022, including both slow and heavy leaks, though no violations were found during HPD inspections in 2020. A sewage-related unsanitary condition complaint in September 2022 also could not be inspected due to access issues. The property has shown periodic issues with building maintenance compliance, particularly in 2013, when multiple violations were recorded including inadequate lighting in public areas, an accumulation of refuse in the front yard, and problems with the building entry door glass.

During 2021, there were two bedbug violation notices issued for failure to file the required annual report, though subsequent filings from 2022-2024 indicate zero active infestations. More recently, between 2024-2025, the building has undergone consistent rodent control efforts, with multiple bait applications and inspections indicating ongoing pest management activities. The building's history also shows the issuance of multiple permits in 2018-2019 for work including plumbing, electrical, and other maintenance tasks, suggesting regular maintenance and upgrades have been conducted over the years.