803 Barbey Street, Brooklyn, NY 11207

The three-story residential building at 803 Barbey Street in East New York, owned by Howard Mittleberg, has experienced several maintenance issues since its construction in 2005. Most notably, in early 2025, there were multiple electrical complaints regarding wiring and lighting, as well as a heat and hot water complaint, though HPD inspectors were unable to gain access to investigate these issues. The building has a documented history of unsanitary conditions, particularly in 2022, with violations issued for pest infestations (including mice and roaches) in Apartment 2, along with mold-related complaints.

This same unit also had maintenance violations requiring repairs to the refrigerator door gasket, kitchen ceiling plaster, and evidence of water leakage. The property has experienced recurring issues with heating systems, including complaints in 2018 and 2019 where inspectors were again unable to gain access for verification. More recent maintenance concerns include multiple electrical issues reported in 2025, though inspection access was again a barrier to resolution confirmation.

The building was involved in a significant occupancy violation case in 2019-2020 regarding the illegal conversion of a garage into a studio apartment, resulting in multiple ECB fines totaling $4,375, though these violations have since been resolved. On a positive note, the building has maintained a pest-free record in recent years, with bed bug reports showing zero infested units from 2021-2025, and passed rodent inspections in 2012. The most recent set of maintenance coding violations includes open Class B violations as of 2025, suggesting ongoing maintenance needs in at least one apartment unit.