299 East 54th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11203

299 East 54th Street is a 3-story, 6-unit New Law Tenement building constructed in 1920, currently owned by 299 E 54 LLC. The building has experienced several recurring maintenance issues over the past few years, with the most recent concern being a heat and hot water complaint in March 2023, where inspectors were unable to gain access to verify the conditions. Between late 2021 and early 2022, there were multiple complaints regarding various maintenance issues including electrical problems, water leaks, door/window issues, and appliance concerns, though no violations were ultimately issued following inspections.

More recent housing maintenance code violations from March 2024 include requirements for paint, fire retardant materials, and roof repairs in the 3rd story public hall, though these have been marked as closed following certification. The building has also accumulated several violations related to external low pressure inspection filings between 2018 and 2023, which remain active as of October 2023. More recent inspections in 2023 revealed various maintenance issues including a confirmed cockroach infestation in Apartment 1, though other violations regarding missing electric covers, fire passage issues, and waste accumulation were noted in different areas of the building.

The building's infrastructure appears to have ongoing maintenance needs, with particular attention required for water-related issues, as evidenced by multiple water leak complaints and repairs needed for bathroom tiles and various building systems. Notably, the building has maintained a bedbug-free status for the past four reporting periods from 2020 through 2024, with no reported infestations. While many historical complaints were resolved through inspections, the pattern of recurring maintenance issues suggests ongoing challenges with building systems and prompt response to resident concerns.