143 Linden Boulevard, Brooklyn, NY 11226

The 143 Linden Boulevard building in Flatbush, a 6-story Class A building constructed in 1935 with 53 units, has experienced several concerning maintenance issues in recent months. From March to June 2025, there were multiple reports of unsanitary conditions and pest problems, with four separate pest-related complaints and three heat/hot water issues, including incidents affecting the entire building. The property owner, David Rose, faced an inspection access issue that prevented HPD from confirming conditions in response to these complaints.

Additional maintenance concerns were documented in June 2025, including plumbing issues, water leaks, cabinet problems, and mold concerns. The building's elevator system has been a recurring area of concern, with multiple "Single Device/No Alternate Service" complaints filed throughout 2023-2025, most recently in June 2025. Environmental Control Board violations from 2023-2024 indicate ongoing elevator safety issues, including problems with phone functionality, floor stops, door checks, and maintenance records, with significant penalties imposed totaling over $18,000.

The building also has active lead paint violations in apartment 2F, dating back to December 2024, affecting various surfaces including door frames, baseboards, and walls in both the kitchen and bathroom. These violations, along with multiple unsanitary condition complaints and past rodent activity (as documented in 2016 and 2018 inspections), suggest persistent maintenance challenges affecting resident comfort and safety. While the building has maintained a zero record of bedbug infestations in its annual reporting since 2019, the frequency of heating issues, elevator disruptions, and pest complaints indicates ongoing property management concerns.