165 Park Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11205

The four-story, nine-unit building at 165 Park Avenue in Fort Greene, owned by Felicia Colon, has experienced several concerning maintenance issues in recent months. Most notably, the property currently has several open violations as of October 2024, including multiple electrical problems in Apartment 1C, involving both kitchen receptacles and other fixtures, as well as ceiling plaster and paint maintenance issues.

The building has a documented history of pest problems, with six pest-related complaints filed between 2022-2024, though recent bedbug reports from 2021 through 2025 indicate zero infested units. Electrical system concerns have been persistent, with multiple complaints about outlets and switches, and an emergency door-related issue was reported and addressed in October 2024. The property has some regulatory compliance issues that warrant attention, including two active Department of Buildings violations from June 2023 regarding the failure to file external low pressure inspections for 2019 and 2021.

Historical records show a significant rodent problem in 2017, with multiple inspections confirming rat activity, though subsequent inspections from 2018 suggest remediation efforts were implemented. While the building's bedbug reporting history since 2020 shows no infestations, the frequency and variety of recent maintenance complaints—particularly related to electrical systems and pest problems—indicate ongoing maintenance challenges. The building's maintenance history shows regular permit activity, with several permits issued in 2018-2019 for various work types, suggesting ongoing property maintenance and improvement efforts by management.