229 East 18th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11226
Located in Flatbush, 229 East 18th Street is a 6-story, 53-unit building constructed in 1931 and currently owned by Joseph Emile. The property has experienced persistent pest problems, most notably with rodents, evidenced by multiple 311 complaints and Rodent Inspections between 2024 and 2025 showing repeated rat activity and the need for bait application.
Recent housing maintenance issues (April-May 2025) included unsanitary conditions related to pests, mold, and various maintenance problems affecting windows, ceilings, and appliances, with several violations issued requiring correction. The building has serious elevator-related safety issues, as shown by multiple Environmental Control Board violations and complaints between 2021 and 2025, including non-functioning devices, unsafe conditions, and penalties totaling over $47,500 for elevator safety failures.
December 2024 inspections revealed multiple Class C violations in Apartment F9, including pest infestations (roaches and mice), heating issues, water leaks affecting ceilings, and problems with smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, with many of these violations remaining open as of the current date. The building has also accumulated several active violations regarding the failure to submit required inspections and reports, including Category 5 inspections and Energy Benchmarking reports.
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Building Characteristics
Total units | 53 |
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Year built | 1931 |
Total area | 58272 sq ft |
Floors | 6 |
Tax Abatements | None |
Building Class | HEREAFTER ERECTED CLASS A |

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