308 East 98th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11212

308 East 98th Street is a 2-story, 4-unit New Law tenement building constructed in 1930, currently owned by Michael Durham. The property has a concerning history of maintenance issues, particularly regarding pests and water-related problems. In 2025 alone, there were multiple complaints regarding rodents, with inspections attempted but access issues noted.

The building has significant ongoing violations related to bedbug reporting requirements (opened in 2023-2024) and various maintenance issues in Apartment 1R, including problems with the flushing apparatus, bathroom fixtures, and evidence of a mouse infestation (2023). Other notable violations include construction defects in Apartment 1F documented in 2022, such as broken window sashes, lead paint hazards, defective light fixtures, and issues with a carbon monoxide detector. Water-related concerns are evident, with multiple complaints about slow leaks and water supply issues in 2025, including one classified as an emergency. The building's exterior has also been the subject of complaints, with a roofing issue reported and inspected in April 2025.

The property has shown recurring pest problems, with several health department complaints in May 2025 regarding rodents, and historical records showing failed rodent inspections in 2019. Multiple housing maintenance code violations from 2022-2023 indicate a pattern of maintenance issues requiring attention, though some of these may have been addressed based on subsequent inspection closure dates. The building has undergone various inspections and received violation notices over the years, suggesting ongoing challenges with compliance to housing maintenance codes, particularly regarding pest control, water systems, and general upkeep of apartments. The most recent inspection attempts in 2025 indicate continued access issues for inspections, which can complicate resolution of maintenance concerns.