1582 Dekalb Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11237

1582 Dekalb Avenue is a 3-story, 6-unit residential tenement building constructed in 1931 and currently owned by 1582 Dekalb LLC. The building's recent history has been marked by several significant issues, particularly regarding maintenance and safety. In 2023-2024, there were multiple severe concerns, including structural problems related to nearby construction at 1580 Dekalb Avenue that resulted in vacate orders and compromised foundation walls, though these violations have since been dismissed as substantially resolved.

The property has experienced persistent rodent issues, with rat activity documented in inspections from 2024-2025, including a November 2024 rat sighting that prompted Health Department violations and required follow-up inspections. The building faced substantial maintenance challenges in early 2022, including heat/hot water issues affecting the entire building, multiple plumbing problems, and various infrastructure concerns such as electrical outlets, flooring, and interior surfaces. During this period, numerous Housing Maintenance Code violations were documented, particularly affecting apartments 1R and 3L, including plumbing, door, and wall integrity issues.

While some of these problems were resolved, several violations remain open according to 2022 inspection records. More recently, as of mid-2025, the building's rodent situation appears to be ongoing with intermittent inspections showing both compliance and activity, while other maintenance violations from 2023-2024 show mixed resolution status. The building has consistently filed bedbug reports showing no infestations, and recent inspections have passed with some exceptions for rat activity. The property has also faced various regulatory compliance requirements, including the need to file annual reports and respond to environmental control board violations related to construction debris management.