1567 Nostrand Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11226

The 54-unit, 5-story tenement building at 1567 Nostrand Avenue in East Flatbush, built in 1925 and currently owned by Ned Avikasis, has experienced several significant maintenance issues in recent months. Most notably, between May and July 2025, there were multiple water leak incidents with heavy flow reported, along with plumbing problems affecting basins/sinks, ceiling paint/plaster issues, and concerns about garbage/recycling storage. Three water leak violations were documented in May 2025, along with plumbing and paint violations that required the owner to address the conditions within specified timeframes. The building's maintenance history shows recurring challenges with water-related issues, as evidenced by multiple emergency complaints and violations during 2025.

Additionally, from December 2024, apartment 4I was cited for various violations including problems with peeling paint, water leaks, window issues, and lead paint hazards, though most of these violations were subsequently closed. The property has a concerning history of pest control issues, with rodent activity documented throughout 2024-2025 despite regular bait application attempts. While the building has maintained a relatively clean record for bedbugs in recent years, with no infestations reported between 2021-2024, the presence of ongoing rodent issues suggests persistent sanitation challenges. The building's recent inspection history shows compliance failures in rodent control, with inspections in April 2025 resulting in failed compliance results. Other historical complaints include concerns about building stability (2021-2022), an illegal conversion complaint (2021), and an issue with parking regulations in 2024 that resulted in a violation being served.

Currently, there is an open complaint regarding flooring conditions filed in June 2025, and the building has an active violation regarding failure to display energy efficiency scores. The property has undergone regular HPD inspections and received multiple violation notices over the years, with varying outcomes. While many violations have been addressed and closed, the recent pattern of water-related issues and rodent problems suggests ongoing maintenance challenges. The building's record shows a mix of resolved and open issues, with property management responding to most complaints but sometimes requiring legal intervention for major violations. The presence of multiple water-related violations in 2025 and ongoing rodent issues indicate persistent maintenance challenges, while historical violations related to lead paint, window repairs, and various plumbing issues suggest infrastructure concerns that have required ongoing attention.