240 East 18th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11226
The 83-unit, 6-story building at 240 East 18th Street in Flatbush, owned by David Rose and constructed in 1939, has experienced several concerning maintenance issues in recent months. Notable problems include multiple violations issued in May 2025 related to cabinetry, doors, and wall conditions, and an emergency water leak incident. The building has faced recurring heat and hot water issues, with complaints reported in both March and May 2025, though heat was confirmed restored during inspections.
Elevator service has been a persistent concern, with multiple complaints from 2020 through 2024 regarding "Single Device on Property/No Alternate Service", though many inspections found no violations. The property has documented rodent issues, with inspections showing "Rat Activity" in February and August 2024, and bait application throughout 2024. There have been multiple plumbing and maintenance complaints, particularly from apartments 5G, 6J, and 1D, covering issues from mice infestation to leaky faucets and damaged walls.
The building's environmental control board violations include a 2024 penalty for boiler defects, though most other historical violations appear to have been resolved or dismissed. While the building has experienced periodic pest issues, including three documented incidences of bedbugs between 2021-2024, the most recent report from 2024-2025 shows no active infestations. The property has undergone several inspections and corrections of various violations, indicating an ongoing effort to address maintenance issues, though the frequency and nature of complaints suggest persistent building system challenges.
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Building Characteristics
Total units | 83 |
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Year built | 1939 |
Total area | 61743 sq ft |
Floors | 6 |
Tax Abatements | None |
Building Class | HEREAFTER ERECTED CLASS A |

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- 240 East 18th St, New York, NY 11226
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