145 Freeman Street, Brooklyn, NY 11222

The 2-story, 4-unit residential building at 145 Freeman Street in Greenpoint, owned by Edward Zylka and constructed in 1930, has experienced recurring maintenance issues in recent years, particularly relating to water and heating systems. Between October 2023 and July 2024, multiple complaints were filed regarding mold contamination, water leaks, and heating/hot water failures, with several classified as emergency situations.

Notably, in March 2024, the HPD identified potential lead-based paint conditions during an inspection of an apartment (2R) that has since been documented for roof-related water leak issues and various paint compliance violations. More recently, in May 2025, there were two active complaints regarding potential illegal conversion of the building, though inspectors were unable to gain access to verify these claims. The building underwent some construction activity in 2019 that resulted in multiple safety violations, including inadequate construction fencing, poor housekeeping, safety equipment deficiencies, and smoking on site, though these were subsequently resolved.

Historical data shows consistent pest management success, with zero bedbug infestations reported in the past five years (2019-2024). The property has also maintained an active compliance record with regular permit issuances for plumbing and other systems maintenance, with the most recent permits related to plumbing work being issued in 2022. While many complaints have been resolved without violations being issued, the pattern of recurring water-related issues and heating system problems suggests ongoing infrastructure challenges requiring monitoring.