142 Monroe Street, Brooklyn, NY 11216
142 Monroe Street is an 8-unit, 3-story residential building in Bedford-Stuyvesant, Brooklyn, built in 1899 and currently owned by Robyn Lucas. The property has experienced recurring maintenance issues over recent years, with particular concern around pest control and sanitation. Most notably, there have been multiple documented rat activity inspections throughout 2023-2025, with the most recent compliance inspections in early 2025 continuing to show rodent problems.
Approximately 9 HPD complaints between 2024-2025 were filed regarding various unsanitary conditions and pests, including sewage issues, while other complaints cited heating problems and door-related issues. The building currently has several open Housing Maintenance Code violations from August 2024, primarily affecting apartment 4A, including requirements to repair broken window components, address pest infestations (including roaches), and fix various maintenance issues in the kitchen and bathroom including problems with fixtures and plastered surfaces. The property has also faced challenges with basic building systems, as evidenced by emergency complaints in 2023 regarding plumbing issues (sink and toilet problems) and water leaks.
Multiple inspection attempts by HPD and DOHMH between 2024-2025 have been hindered by access issues, though some complaints have been resolved through follow-up inspections or repairs. The building's bedbug reporting history from 2021-2024 has shown no documented infestations, suggesting at least this particular pest issue has not been present in recent years. While some violations and complaints have been addressed through inspections and repairs, the persistence of rodent activity and multiple access-related inspection failures suggests ongoing challenges with building maintenance and compliance that may impact resident quality of life.
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Building Characteristics
Total units | 8 |
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Year built | 1899 |
Total area | 3600 sq ft |
Floors | 3 |
Tax Abatements | None |
Building Class | HEREAFTER CONVERTED CLASS B |

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