359 East 21st Street, Brooklyn, NY 11226

The four-story, 8-unit New Law Tenement building at 359 East 21st Street in Flatbush, owned by Catherine Yu and constructed in 1925, has experienced several significant maintenance issues in recent years. Most notably, in May 2025, there was a cluster of plumbing-related problems involving bathtubs/showers and sinks, along with electrical, plumbing, and maintenance issues involving doors/windows and ceilings, with multiple violations issued though some inspection attempts were unsuccessful.

The building has a documented history of water-related problems, with violations including slow water leaks and unsanitary conditions such as mold. Between 2020-2021, serious issues were reported in Apartment 4R, including mold conditions, roach infestation, and defective safety equipment (smoke and carbon monoxide detectors), though these violations were eventually closed.

The property has undergone multiple rodent inspections, particularly in 2017 and 2022, with evidence of rat activity recorded in multiple inspections, though subsequent inspections showed compliance. A review of bedbug reports shows minimal infestation history, with only one occurrence documented in 2022, though more recent filings from 2023-2024 indicate no reported infestations. The building's current maintenance challenges, particularly the cluster of inspections from May 2025, suggest ongoing issues with building systems and maintenance compliance, though historical violations have generally been addressed through inspections and repairs.