273 Martense Street, Brooklyn, NY 11226

The four-story, four-unit New Law Tenement building at 273 Martense Street, East Flatbush, built in 1931 and owned by Tony Stfestin, has experienced recurring maintenance and safety issues over the past two years. Most recently, in March 2025, multiple serious concerns were documented, including violations related to carbon monoxide detectors, with similar safety issues noted in October 2023.

The recent complaints also highlighted unsanitary conditions involving pests and mold, for which violations were issued. More than one instance of pest-related issues has been recorded, and while some safety concerns were investigated without violations (such as a window guard issue), the pattern of complaints suggests ongoing maintenance challenges.

In addition to the aforementioned safety and health violations, the building has experienced various emergency situations requiring inspection, including problems with smoke detectors and a water leak with heavy flow reported in October 2023. The frequency and variety of issues documented through 311 service requests and Housing Maintenance Code Complaints, particularly regarding safety systems like carbon monoxide and smoke detectors, suggest persistent problems with building maintenance and safety compliance. While the Department of Housing Preservation and Development has conducted inspections in response to these complaints, the issuance of violations indicates that some conditions required formal action to correct.