1420 Dekalb Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11237

1420 Dekalb Avenue is a 6-unit, 3-story old law tenement building located in Bushwick, built in 1931 and currently owned by George Liakaris. The property has experienced several recurring issues in recent years, with the most significant being multiple complaints about smoking in non-smoking areas in early 2025, including nine separate incidents in March-April 2025, all of which were addressed by the NYC Health Department. The building has documented rodent activity, with multiple inspections in 2024-2025 showing rat presence, though there were some passed inspections as well.

Apartment 2L has been the focus of several maintenance and violation issues, particularly in late 2024, including problems with bathroom facilities, window repairs, and pest infestations (mice and roaches), though most violations were certified as corrected by early 2025. The building's maintenance history shows attention to various issues, with emergency plumbing work related to toilets and window repairs documented in late 2024. Three inspections of the intercom system in March-April 2025 resulted in no housing law violations being found.

The property has maintained a clean record regarding bedbug complaints, with no reported infestations in recent years, and has complied with posting requirements for smoke detector and carbon monoxide device notices. Recent building permits from 2019 indicate regular maintenance activities, including two exterior work permits and one plumbing permit being issued and completed. While the building has faced ongoing pest control challenges, particularly with rodents, there is evidence of regular inspections and attempted remediation.