1428 Putnam Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11237

The three-story, six-unit tenement building at 1428 Putnam Avenue in Bushwick, owned by Chaskel Landau, has experienced several recurring issues over recent years, most notably concerning moisture and sanitation. The building, constructed in 1909, has documented multiple instances of water-related problems, with the most recent complaints in early 2023 regarding slow leaks and mold, which Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) inspections found no violations for.

In October 2021, several complaints emerged simultaneously, including issues with electrical wiring, water leaks, mold, and safety concerns. The building has also faced challenges with rodent activity, as evidenced by multiple inspections in 2025 showing rat activity and bait application, with initial inspections in April and May 2025 confirming the presence of rats.

Previous violations and maintenance issues show a pattern of building concerns requiring attention, including a significant cluster of problems identified in January 2021 affecting Apartment 3R, encompassing broken glass in the vestibule door, pest infestation, fire safety egress problems, and various maintenance issues including a defective bathtub, ceiling plaster problems, and the need for proper painting. While the building has maintained compliance with bedbug reporting requirements since 2021, with the most recent report in January 2025 showing no infested units, the persistence of maintenance and sanitation issues suggests ongoing challenges. Regular inspections for rodent activity, including multiple findings in 2025, indicate a continuing pest management requirement, though recent HPD inspections have generally found no formal violations.