187 Stockholm Street, Brooklyn, NY 11237

187 Stockholm Street is a 6-unit, 3-story old-law tenement building located in Brooklyn's Bushwick neighborhood, owned by Mark Berkowitz and dating back to 1931. The property has experienced numerous maintenance issues in recent years, with the most pressing being a recently documented mold problem in September 2024 that resulted in housing maintenance code violations. Other significant ongoing concerns include multiple water-related issues, including leaks and damp spots, as well as window maintenance problems affecting multiple units.

The building has also faced several rodent infestations, as evidenced by multiple inspections between 2022 and 2025 showing rat activity, though the most recent rodent inspection in May 2025 passed. Safety concerns have been documented in violation notices, particularly regarding fire safety equipment in apartment 3L, with open violations related to smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors, and a proper fire egress setup. The building's maintenance history shows a pattern of unsanitary conditions, including pest infestations and garbage storage issues, with multiple complaints closed due to lack of access for inspection.

Recent inspections have resulted in both closed and open violations, with notable issues including defective windows, water leaks, and mold. The property has also received attention regarding bed bug reporting, showing consistent compliance with zero infestations reported in the past four years. The building's mechanical systems have generated some concerns, with active violations related to pressure inspection filings from 2019 and 2023. The Department of Buildings has investigated various complaints over the past two years, including ones related to illegal hotel rooms and excessive debris, though these were ultimately found to have no warrant for violations upon inspection.