131 Wyckoff Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11237

The 8-unit, 4-story tenement building at 131 Wyckoff Avenue in Bushwick, owned by Abe Betesh and built in 1931, has experienced recurring maintenance challenges, particularly in recent months. Most notably, in March 2025, there were multiple complaints regarding water issues, including slow leaks and heat/hot water problems, some of which remained unresolved during HPD inspections.

The building has a documented history of water-related issues, with four water leak complaints between 2023 and 2025, including a heavy flow leak reported as an emergency in June 2025. The property also faced significant violations in February 2024 related to Unit 2L, including problems with water leaks, plaster surfaces, and various safety concerns such as inoperable smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, an infestation of roaches, and plumbing issues with the bathtub/shower. Recent inspections have revealed persistent rodent activity, with rat sightings reported in 2025 and 2024, though the building passed inspections in 2028-2019.

The building's systems have faced several challenges, including issues with the intercom system, mold in the common areas (2024), and various plumbing and water problems. The property owner has generally responded to violations, though recent complaints suggest ongoing maintenance challenges. The building's records show regular bedbug reporting with no infestations reported in the past three filing periods (2023-2025), and a Department of Buildings permit was issued in September 2018 for unspecified work.