1531 Dekalb Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11237

The 6-unit, 3-story building at 1531 Dekalb Avenue in Bushwick, owned by Aron Paulino, has demonstrated significant maintenance challenges over the past year. The property has four active Housing Maintenance Code violations related to Apartment 3R, including issues with kitchen waste lines, window glass panes, vinyl floor tiles, and unsafe electrical wiring as of April 2025. Multiple recent complaints from April 2025 about flooring, stairs, doors, and plumbing were investigated by HPD, with some resulting in violations, particularly concerning door-related issues.

The building has consistent reported issues with electricity, water supply, and lighting, as evidenced by seven separate Housing Maintenance Code complaints in April 2025, several labeled as emergencies. Three failed Low Pressure Inspection filings since 2023 suggest potential reliability concerns with the building's pressure systems. Additional maintenance history reveals ongoing challenges with various systems throughout 2024-2025, including recurring reports of rat activity and multiple pest control interventions, though there have been no reported bedbug infestations.

Historical violations include problems with a leaky bathtub faucet, broken kitchen floor tiles, and concrete issues at the stoop, all of which were addressed according to certified dates. The building's age (built in 1931) and classification as an Old Law Tenement are consistent with its documented history of maintenance issues. Recent inspections in 2025 have shown varying results, with some conditions meeting housing code standards while others required attention or resulted in violations. The property has undergone regular 311 service inspections and housing maintenance code inspections, with most issues being addressed or marked as closed, though several remain open as of the latest available data.