1678 Nostrand Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11226

The three-story, four-unit Old Law Tenement building at 1678 Nostrand Avenue in East Flatbush, constructed in 1930, has experienced several recurring maintenance issues in recent years, particularly concerning heat and hot water systems. In early 2024, tenants submitted multiple heat/hot water complaints, three of which were marked as emergencies, with one instance showing inspectors gained access and found no violations, while another inspection couldn't reach units. The building has faced persistent water-related problems, including multiple heat/hot water complaints (February 2024), plumbing issues (October 2023), water leak complaints (September 2023), and violations related to a water leak and mold conditions in Apartment 4 (February 2024) with documented repairs needed.

There were also pest-related concerns in September 2023, resulting in violations being issued. The property has several open violations as of October 2024, including issues with fire retardant materials, lighting, and ceiling paint in the first-floor public hall, as well as a violation related to failed annual boiler inspections from 2017-2023. There are active violations regarding the failure to file annual low-pressure inspection reports from 2018-2024.

Notable past concerns include lead paint issues in Apartment 4's kitchen ceiling (February 2024) and work permit access issues documented in 2020 regarding gas utility and construction work. The building's maintenance history shows a pattern of water-related issues, with multiple complaints about leaks and mold, as well as recurring hot water temperature problems. While rodent inspections show some activity in 2013, the most recent inspections (2018 and 2022) passed, indicating improved pest management. The property has seen various repairs and improvements, as evidenced by multiple permit issuances between 2020 and 2022, covering emergency work and other maintenance needs.