85 Monroe Street, Brooklyn, NY 11216

The 7-unit, 3-story building at 85 Monroe Street in Bedford-Stuyvesant, owned by Scott Elgart, has shown several concerning trends over recent years. Most notably, there have been recurring issues with bedbug infestations, with the most recent filings in 2025 and 2024 showing one unit affected, though these infestations were reportedly eradicated. The building's maintenance record reveals persistent violations requiring attention to safety protocols, including three consecutive years (2021-2023) receiving violations for failing to file the Annual Bedbug Report, and ongoing issues from 2019 regarding door security and maintenance.

Safety-related violations from 2019 that remain open as of 2025 include requirements for proper gas leak procedures, smoke detector notices, carbon monoxide detector requirements, and maintenance of self-closing doors in basement apartment BF. The building has experienced various maintenance issues that have required inspection and intervention, including a refrigerator complaint in 2019 that resulted in no violations. While rodent inspections in recent years have shown passing results through 2024, there is concerning evidence of rat activity in 2025.

The building's violation history reveals a pattern of administrative code violations primarily focused on safety regulation compliance, particularly in 2019 when multiple violations were issued regarding door repairs, hardware, and emergency notification requirements. Regular inspections and service requests indicate ongoing attention to building maintenance is necessary, with the most recent bedbug reports showing continued monitoring of pest control efforts. The property's age (built in 1930) and complex history of violations suggest periodic maintenance challenges typical of older New York City buildings.