435 Dekalb Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11205

The 6-unit, 4-story Old Law Tenement building at 435 Dekalb Avenue in Bedford-Stuyvesant, owned by David Salamon, has experienced recurring maintenance issues over the past 18 months. Most notably, the building has faced multiple water-related problems, with at least three documented water leak complaints in 2024, including two instances of "heavy flow" and one of "damp spot" conditions, though inspection results varied, with some not warranting violations.

The property has also contended with ongoing mold issues, with two emergency mold complaints in mid-2024, and received violations for pest-related conditions in March 2024 and July 2023, suggesting periodic infestation challenges. Electrical system concerns have emerged, particularly in June 2024, when two lighting-related complaints were filed, with at least one resulting in violations.

The building's historical maintenance record shows some concerning patterns, including three complaints in 2022 related to construction work - specifically, work without a permit, after hours, and contrary to stop work orders, though none of these resulted in sustained violations. Currently, as of September 2024, there are active violations related to the failure to file required 2022 and 2023 external low-pressure inspections, which remain unresolved. An encouraging note is that the building has maintained a consistent record of zero bedbug infestations for at least six consecutive reporting periods from 2019 through 2024, demonstrating effective pest management in this regard.