992 Madison Street, Brooklyn, NY 11221
The three-unit, three-story Old Law tenement building at 992 Madison Street in Bushwick, currently owned by Yoel Schwartz, has a significant number of maintenance and safety issues on record between 2019 and 2025. Most notably, there have been recurring rodent infestations, with compliance inspections in 2025, 2024, and 2022 showing rat activity, though a passed inspection in April 2024 indicated some improvement. The building has experienced persistent water-related problems, with multiple complaints about leaks recorded in late 2024 and spring 2025, including heavy flow and slow leaks that resulted in issued violations.
Apartment 1 has particularly concerning open violations from November 2024 relating to safety equipment, including missing carbon monoxide detectors, smoke detectors, and issues with self-closing doors, while Apartment 3 has an open violation regarding mice infestation from October 2024. Recent maintenance issues include plumbing problems with basins/sinks, ceiling paint/plaster issues, and a reported mold condition in October 2024. Two complaints about building stability and illegal conversion were filed in 2024, but inspectors were unable to gain access for verification. The property has undergone multiple rat inspections, with the most recent in April 2025 showing active rodent presence.
Despite the issuance of various violations, the pattern of complaints suggests ongoing maintenance challenges, particularly regarding water leaks, pest control, and safety equipment compliance. Additional historical data shows that the building has been subject to regular rat inspections since at least 2019, with the most recent inspections in 2025 indicating continued rodent activity. The building's maintenance history reveals a pattern of water-related issues, with several complaints about leaks and water flow problems between 2024 and 2025. The property has also experienced various interior maintenance issues, including problems with paint/plaster surfaces, particularly on ceilings and walls, as well as plumbing problems with basins/sinks.
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Building Characteristics
Total units | 3 |
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Year built | 1901 |
Total area | 2814 sq ft |
Floors | 3 |
Tax Abatements | None |
Building Class | OLD LAW TENEMENT |

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