360 East 31st Street, Brooklyn, NY 11226

360 East 31st Street is a 4-story, 36-unit New Law tenement building in East Flatbush, built in 1931 and currently owned by Juan Gonzalez. The building has experienced persistent maintenance issues, with significant problems recurring in heating, plumbing, and overall habitability. Most notably, there is currently an open heat/hot water complaint from October 2024 affecting the entire building, and a recent plumbing issue involving a sink that HPD was unable to inspect in April 2025.

The building's history shows multiple violations and complaints between 2024-2025, including problems with water leaks (both slow and damp), window frame issues, fire escape safety concerns, and unsanitary conditions including mold. Apartment 4I on the fourth floor has had multiple documented issues as of September 2024, including rodent infestations, water leakage problems, and various maintenance violations such as broken window sashes and plaster damage. The Department of Buildings has recorded several inspection-related complaints, including issues with egress and fire escape access in 2023, and a building stability complaint in 2022.

Environmental Control Board violations in 2022 and 2023 noted maintenance issues with building exterior elements and fire escape access. The building has shown patterns of pest issues, with bedbug reports documenting infestations in 2021 and 2024, though most recent reports (2024) indicate these were eradicated. While there have been some compliance inspections that resulted in no violations, the overall pattern suggests ongoing maintenance challenges that affect tenant comfort and safety. The building's infrastructure, particularly regarding water systems and temperature control, appears to be an area of significant concern based on the frequency and nature of related complaints.