1380 Dekalb Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11221

The 8-unit, 4-story building at 1380 Dekalb Avenue, owned by Matthew Ahdoot, has experienced numerous maintenance and safety issues over the past two years, with particular concerns in late 2024 and early 2025. The property, constructed in 1931, has ongoing violations related to heating systems, including persistent hot water problems affecting multiple units (notably apartments 1L and 4R), and issues with carbon monoxide and smoke detectors in apartment 1L.

Recent inspections have documented various maintenance concerns, including unsanitary conditions (garbage storage and mold), water leaks, and problems with flooring, walls, and plumbing fixtures. The building has also faced rodent activity, with multiple baiting operations conducted between 2023 and 2025, and inspections confirming rat presence in February 2025. The property has several active Department of Buildings violations, including an unresolved chimney base cleanout cap issue from October 2023 with a $3,125 penalty, and multiple open violations related to external low-pressure inspection filing requirements from 2023.

Historical records show previous concerns about building shaking in 2020 and an illegal conversion complaint from 2019, though these were eventually closed. The building's bedbug report filings from 2021 to 2024 show no infestations, and the property has maintained compliance with this particular pest control requirement. While some complaints have been resolved through inspections, others remain open, particularly those involving basic utilities and safety systems that directly affect resident comfort and security.