243 Nostrand Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11205

The property at 243 Nostrand Avenue in Bedford-Stuyvesant is a 4-story, 2-family house built in 1899, currently owned by Abdul Popal. The building has experienced several notable issues over the past few years, particularly concerning safety and health regulations. A recent food poisoning incident in September 2023 prompted Department of Health and Mental Hygiene involvement, though it was determined to be an isolated case.

The building has undergone multiple Department of Buildings inspections, with several violations recorded between 2018-2021 regarding construction safety and pedestrian protection, particularly concerning sidewalk shed maintenance and safety equipment. Most significantly, there is an active violation from June 2023 regarding the failure to file 2018 external low-pressure inspection documentation. The property has maintained compliance with rodent control measures in recent inspections, with the most recent passing inspection in June 2025.

However, there was a period of rat activity observed in mid-2021. Multiple sidewalk shed-related violations were recorded between 2018-2021, including issues with lighting, maintenance, and security, resulting in various penalties totaling over $18,000, though records indicate these have been resolved. The building has undergone several permitted works between 2018-2021, with multiple permits being processed or issued, including plumbing, electrical, and alteration work. The property's historical record shows consistent rodent inspection compliance since 2022, with all recent inspections passing, suggesting improved conditions in this regard.