4 St Felix Street, Brooklyn, NY 11217

The three-story, four-unit residential building at 4 St Felix Street in Fort Greene, constructed in 1899 and currently owned by Elaine Wallace, has a concerning history of maintenance issues over recent years. Most notably, there have been recurring problems with heat and hot water in 2021, when multiple emergency complaints were filed regarding system failures affecting the entire building, though inspectors were unable to gain access to verify the conditions.

Additionally, there is an ongoing issue with rodent infestations, with multiple inspections and treatments documented between 2020 and 2022 showing consistent rodent activity, including rat sightings and the application of bait in response to verified infestations. The building also has several open violations as of April 2024, documenting the owner's failure to file required annual bedbug reports for multiple years (2021-2024), which represents a potential health and safety concern for residents.

While there was a complaint about illegal work or change in occupancy use in late 2022, inspections in early 2023 were unable to confirm the allegations due to lack of access. The property has experienced periodic rodent control interventions, as evidenced by multiple bait application records and inspections showing rat activity, with the most recent documented treatment occurring in 2021. These persistent maintenance issues, particularly regarding heating systems and pest control, suggest ongoing challenges with building management and maintenance oversight.