10 Maple Street, Brooklyn, NY 11225

The 6-story, 52-unit building at 10 Maple Street in Prospect-Lefferts Gardens, owned by Ned Avikasis, has experienced significant maintenance and infrastructure issues in recent years. Most notably, there are multiple active elevator complaints from 2025 regarding single device operation with no alternate service, and recurring elevator safety violations dating back to 2018, including issues with door zone restrictors, brake functionality, and other safety concerns, with the most recent violation from February 2024 resulting in a $1,250 penalty. The building has also faced persistent plumbing and heating problems, with multiple open complaints as of 2025 regarding water leaks, heat/hot water issues, and toilet problems. Notable violations from 2024 include an active insect infestation issue in Apartment B2, specifically citing cockroaches and mice problems, along with several other maintenance violations in multiple apartments that remain open as of 2025.

The property has a documented history of building system challenges, with current open complaints including flooring issues, door problems, and various plumbing concerns. While recent rodent inspections have passed, there is an active open water leak complaint as of April 2025. The building's maintenance history shows a pattern of delayed responses to violations, with some elevator violations dating back to 2018 remaining unresolved. The property has also experienced periodic bedbug issues, with the most recent infestation reported in December 2024.

Outside of the building-specific issues, there are two active DOB violations from 2023 regarding failure to file external high-pressure inspections for 2020, and an open 2025 HPD complaint regarding a rat sighting that resulted in no violations at the time of inspection. The building's age (built in 1927) may contribute to some of these ongoing maintenance challenges, as evidenced by multiple violations requiring repairs to historic building components such as wooden trim and flooring. The abundance of open complaints and violations across various categories suggests ongoing maintenance challenges, particularly regarding building systems and resident comfort. The current status of numerous active complaints and open violations indicates persistent issues affecting multiple units throughout the building.