115 East 21st Street, Brooklyn, NY 11226

The 59-unit, 6-story apartment building at 115 East 21st Street in Flatbush, owned by Eddie Ljesnjanin and constructed in 1939, has experienced persistent maintenance challenges over recent years. Most notably, during 2025, there have been multiple complaints regarding pest issues, with three service requests filed in May 2025 that were closed after inspection attempts failed to gain tenant access. Earlier in 2025, there were several housing code violations related to wall and window conditions, with violations issued for paint/plaster issues and window frames. The building has documented ongoing rodent activity, with multiple bait applications recorded between 2023 and 2024, including inspections showing rat activity in December 2023 and February 2024.

The property has a history of water-related maintenance issues, particularly in units 4I and 6C. Unit 4I has open violations from December 2024 for both rodent infestations and various plumbing problems, including leaky pipes and water leaks affecting the bathroom ceiling. Similarly, unit 6C experienced multiple water leak issues documented during a November 2024 inspection, along with problems requiring plaster and paint repairs. The building's elevator system has also presented challenges, with a 2023 ECB violation regarding brake pads and documentation showing continued inspection requirements for elevator safety compliance.

Additionally, the property has several active Department of Buildings violations related to the failure to submit required energy efficiency reporting. While the building's maintenance history shows some issues have been resolved, such as past gas system violations and various repair requirements, many of the most pressing concerns appear to be ongoing or only recently addressed. The most recent reports from 2025 indicate continued challenges with pest management and building maintenance, though there have been no reported bedbug infestations in the past three years, and previous infestations were reportedly eradicated. The building has maintained its basic housing requirements, though numerous violations and service requests suggest maintenance and communication challenges between management and residents.