504 Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11225

The 5-unit, 3-story Old Law Tenement building at 504 Flatbush Avenue, owned by John Barrett and constructed in 1925, has experienced several concerning maintenance issues in recent years. Most notably, there were multiple heat/hot water complaints in October 2022 affecting the entire building, some of which resulted in HPD violations. The building has ongoing violations related to annual bedbug reporting requirements from March 2023 and April 2024 inspections.

A cluster of safety and maintenance violations was documented on October 27, 2022, affecting apartment 3F, including issues with smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, door closings, and heating system access. The property has shown recurring pest issues, with multiple complaints recorded in 2022 regarding rodent problems and food establishment concerns, though a December 2022 inspection resulted in a "Passed" compliance status. More recently, in 2025, there was a complaint about an illegal pet snake, which was investigated and found to have no violations.

The building's maintenance history shows some persistent issues requiring attention, including the need for consistent compliance with boiler and pressure inspection requirements, as evidenced by multiple active violations from 2018 to 2024 regarding failure to file inspection reports. Between 2017 and 2022, there have been varying results in rodent inspections, with some showing activity and others passing compliance checks. Previous issues with flooring, stairs, and various maintenance matters were documented in 2022, including violations for paint/plaster problems. While some complaints have been resolved, such as the 2022 rodent and food establishment issues, the building's record shows ongoing concerns with safety systems, heating maintenance, and occasional pest problems that may affect resident comfort and safety.