604 Maple Street, Brooklyn, NY 11203

The 6-unit, 3-story New Law tenement building at 604 Maple Street in Prospect-Lefferts Gardens, owned by Efraim Katz, has experienced several maintenance and safety issues over recent years that warrant attention. Most notably, in June 2022, Apartment 4 was found with multiple violations including electrical issues (exposed wiring and loose ceiling light fixture), window problems, pest infestations (mice and roaches), and concerns about window guards and a fire escape door lock, with some violations classified as "Open" status as of April 2024.

The building currently has active violations related to boiler inspections from 2017 and 2023, and there is a recent complaint from June 2025 regarding a potentially bulging or cracked wall/retaining wall that was not able to be inspected on the first attempt. The property has a concerning history of pest-related issues, with multiple complaints recorded between 2018 and 2023, though recent bedbug reports (2021-2024) show no active infestations.

Maintenance issues documented include a 2022 leak (classified as non-emergency) and various other repairs needed throughout the building. While the building has passed recent rodent inspections (most recently in January 2023), and the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene found no violations in response to a January 2023 rat sighting complaint, the pattern of maintenance issues suggests ongoing challenges with building upkeep. The property has maintained its bedbug-free status for the past several reporting periods, with no infested or re-infested units since 2018, and recent pest complaints have been limited.