1144 Bushwick Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11221

The 8-unit, 4-story tenement building at 1144 Bushwick Avenue, owned by Mike Silber and constructed in 1905, has experienced several recurring maintenance issues over the past few years. Most recently, in October 2024, there were complaints regarding door issues that prompted emergency responses, though inspections found no violations. The building has faced multiple emergency situations between 2022 and 2024, including concerns about cooking gas (September 2024), water supply problems (August 2024), and significant maintenance issues such as mold (2022-2024), fire escape access concerns (2022), and water leak problems (July 2022).

Of particular note, there are currently open violations in apartment 2B as of October 2024 related to mold, carbon monoxide detector requirements, and plaster/paint conditions. The building's rodent inspections have shown variable results, with the most recent inspections in 2025 indicating rat activity, marking a departure from previous successful passes from 2019-2024. The building has maintained a consistent record of bedbug reporting between 2020-2024, showing no infestations or required eradications in the past three reporting periods.

Historical complaint data shows a pattern of issues, particularly regarding mold (affecting both apartments 1L and 2B in 2022-2024), building systems (water supply, gas), and general maintenance. The property has received multiple citations regarding fire escape access due to flower pots obstructing egress, with these violations remaining open as of 2024. While many service requests and violations have been resolved through inspections, the frequency and nature of complaints suggest ongoing maintenance challenges within the building. Regular inspections and compliance requirements, including the bedbug reporting system, indicate an active monitoring process for building conditions, though some violations remain unresolved and continue to require attention.