469 East 49th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11203

The 6-unit, 3-story New Law Tenement at 469 East 49th Street in East Flatbush, currently owned by the Christopher Bates Estate, has experienced several significant maintenance issues in recent years. Most notably, there are multiple active violations related to the building's external low-pressure system inspections from 2020 to 2023, suggesting serious maintenance oversight regarding safety equipment. There are also persistent bedroom-related problems: open violations from 2022-2024 indicate the need for mandatory annual bedbug reporting compliance, and an active lead paint hazard violation in Apartment 3R requiring resolution of multiple defective surfaces.

The building has documented several resident complaints that suggest ongoing maintenance challenges. Between 2021 and 2022, there were multiple incidents of heat and hot water complaints, some of which went uninspected due to access issues. Reports from 2022 show recurring issues with pests, unsanitary conditions, and wall maintenance, with inspections sometimes leading to violations.

Most concerning was a broken window guard reported in August 2022, though this was ultimately closed without violations being issued. The HPD records also show a systematic pattern of unresolved maintenance issues, including multiple instances of paint and plaster problems across various units, particularly affecting Apartment 3R, which has the most documented violations related to lead paint hazards and general maintenance requirements. The building's maintenance history suggests ongoing challenges with both emergency and non-emergency repairs, with many complaints requiring multiple inspections before resolution.