480 East 21st Street, Brooklyn, NY 11226

The six-story, 48-unit building at 480 East 21st Street in Flatbush, owned by Moshe Piller and constructed in 1935, has faced several significant maintenance challenges in recent years. Most notably, there have been multiple instances of mold and pest infestations reported between 2025 and 2024, with particularly concerning patterns emerging in 2025 involving unsanitary conditions and the presence of pests. The building's systems and infrastructure have also shown persistent issues, including elevator service problems with multiple complaints about "Single Device on Property/No Alternate Service" dating back to 2018, and structural concerns identified in 2025 regarding masonry facade bulging, spalling, and roof-level chimney issues.

Notable violations from late 2024 indicate significant maintenance needs in Apartment E1 on the fifth floor, including problems with gas supply, water leaks, floor tiles, and evidence of a roach infestation, all of which were documented during a December 2024 inspection. The building has maintained regular bedbug and rodent inspection reports, with recent records showing no bedbug infestations between 2020-2025, though there were multiple documented instances of rat activity in 2022. The property's maintenance history is marked by recurring patterns of unsanitary conditions, with multiple Housing Maintenance Code complaints and violations issued throughout 2025 involving mold, pests, and various maintenance issues.

The Department of Buildings has documented structural monitoring for the building as of January 2025, and environmental violations were recorded in late January 2024 regarding elevator maintenance requirements. While many of these issues have been officially closed after inspections and repairs, the frequency and nature of these complaints suggest ongoing maintenance challenges. Recent complaints about unsanitary conditions and mold in 2025, including an inspection that could not be completed, indicate that some issues may persist. The building's age and history suggest that while efforts have been made to address various violations and maintenance needs, there remains a pattern of recurring issues that affect resident comfort and building systems.