221 East 18th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11226

221 East 18th Street is a 60-unit, 6-story residential building constructed in 1940 in the Flatbush neighborhood, currently owned by Divya Rashad. The building has experienced recurring pest issues, with recent complaints in April 2025 resulting in inspections that couldn't be completed due to access issues. The property has documented challenges with basic services, including heat and hot water outages in 2024 and 2020, though these were reportedly resolved promptly.

Plumbing issues were noted in October 2024 in apartment 2H, leading to violations for defective bathroom fixtures and plaster surfaces, which were certified as corrected in February 2025. The building has undergone several rodent inspections, with the most recent showing rat activity in May 2025. Significant building systems and compliance issues have been documented, including active Environmental Control Board violations from 2022 regarding building walls and improperly installed AC units, along with elevator system deficiencies.

The property has three open violations related to lead-based paint hazard control requirements from 2020-2022 affecting multiple fourth-floor apartments (B, C, D, E, and F). The building's management has maintained communication with regulatory agencies, as evidenced by numerous permit applications and responses to violations. While there have been various maintenance issues over the years, including window safety concerns and mold incidents, many have been addressed through normal inspection and violation processes. The building's bedbug reporting history shows consistent zero infestation cases since 2019, though pest control efforts appear to remain a priority area for management.