40 Woodruff Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11226

The 66-unit, 6-story building at 40 Woodruff Avenue in Flatbush, owned by J Rosonford and constructed in 1940, has experienced recurring water-related issues through 2025, with multiple emergency water leak complaints documented in recent months, including both heavy and slow leaks. The building currently has active complaints regarding elevator service from February 2025, suggesting potential accessibility concerns. A cluster of complaints in March 2025, including issues with paint/plaster, mold, and water leaks, generated an inspection attempt that was not completed due to access issues.

The property has documented a variety of maintenance concerns in 2024, particularly in apartment 205, where violations related to mold, pests (roach infestation), plumbing fixtures, and various damaged building elements (including a fire escape door lock) were identified and subsequently certified as corrected. The building's maintenance history shows some persistent issues, especially regarding water damage and mold, with multiple complaints about water leaks and unsanitary conditions throughout 2025. While a bedbug infestation was reported and eradicated in one instance (2024), subsequent inspections show no current infestations as of the latest reports.

The elevator service complaints in 2025 are notable, as they indicate potential challenges with vertical transportation in the six-story building. The property has generally passed rodent inspections conducted in 2018 and 2022, suggesting no significant rodent problems. The building's age and the nature of the complaints indicate ongoing maintenance challenges, particularly related to water management and building envelope integrity, though many of the documented violations have been resolved or closed.