1411 Dekalb Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11237

1411 Dekalb Avenue is a 6-unit, 3-story Old Law Tenement building constructed in 1931, currently owned by 1411 De Kalb Avenue, LLC. The property has experienced recurring maintenance challenges over the past two years, with particularly significant issues related to sewage and plumbing. Most recently, there have been multiple sewage-related complaints since December 2024, including one currently under investigation by DOHMH, and another from December 2024 that resulted in HPD violations.

The building has also faced repeated plumbing issues, with complaints about dysfunctional sinks and bathtubs/showers in August 2023, though inspectors were unable to access the units for proper evaluation. Other concerns include unsatisfactory intercom/buzzer systems (reported in 2022 and 2023) and occasional heating/hot water problems (June 2023). The building has three active Housing Maintenance Code violations as of 2024-2025, including one regarding rust and paint maintenance on the fire escape, one concerning bedbug reporting requirements, and another related to flower pots obstructing fire escape egress.

While there have been no documented bedbug infestations in recent reports (2020-2021; 2019-2020), there is currently evidence of rat activity, with multiple inspections between 2023-2025 showing consistent rodent presence and the need for bait application. The property has experienced challenges with HPD inspections, with multiple complaints being closed without resolution due to lack of access to units. These historical issues suggest ongoing maintenance challenges that may impact resident comfort and safety, particularly regarding plumbing systems and pest control.