120 East 19th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11226

The 6-story, 43-unit building at 120 East 19th Street in Flatbush, owned by Alley Perez and constructed in 1930, has experienced multiple significant maintenance and safety issues in recent years. Most notably, there are several open violations and concerns related to unit 5F (as of late 2024) including reported infestations (roaches and mice), unsafe electrical wiring, and plumbing problems such as toilet and radiator issues.

The building has also faced recurring elevator problems, with multiple complaints and violations recorded between 2023-2025, including periods of no alternate service and various operational deficiencies leading to Environmental Control Board violations. Recent safety concerns include issues with window guards, as documented in multiple 311 complaints in 2025, along with problems related to carbon monoxide detectors and smoke alarms, though some of these were determined not to violate housing laws. The building has experienced persistent infrastructure challenges, as evidenced by multiple 311 complaints between 2024-2025 regarding heat and hot water issues, door and window problems, and various water leaks.

There are also multiple open housing maintenance code violations from late 2024, including elevator problems, bathroom renovations needed in unit 5F, and various repair needs throughout the building. Monthly rodent control efforts have been documented consistently throughout 2023-2024, with multiple instances of rat activity reported. While the building has maintained a zero count for bedbug infestations in recent years, dating back to 2019, the ongoing maintenance issues and safety violations suggest significant challenges to resident comfort and building upkeep.