1900 Newkirk Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11226
The six-story, 36-unit building at 1900 Newkirk Avenue, owned by Pankaj Prasad and constructed in 1931, is currently facing several significant maintenance and compliance issues as of mid-2025. Most notably, there are ongoing challenges with rodent infestations, with multiple 311 complaints and inspections in 2025 showing consistent rat activity and the need for repeated bait application. The building has experienced numerous maintenance problems in 2025, including heat and hot water issues (with complaints in February 2025), unsanitary conditions, and various plumbing problems.
Multiple violations were issued in 2024-2025 related to building systems and maintenance, including problems with self-closing doors, bathroom plumbing fixtures, and evidence of pests. The elevator system has been a persistent concern, with multiple complaints between 2020-2025 regarding its single-device operation and safety-related features. There are three active DOB violations related to failed inspections and required submissions for energy efficiency reporting and low pressure inspection filing, dating from 2019 through 2024.
The building has documented bedbug infestations in Unit 5A (2023-2024) and Unit 5E (2024-2025), though these were reportedly resolved. Additional maintenance violations from 2023-2024 included visible mold in Apartment 1E, water damage, and various repair needs throughout the building. The property has shown a pattern of housing code violations being issued and subsequently closed, suggesting ongoing challenges with timely maintenance responses.
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Building Characteristics
Total units | 36 |
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Year built | 1931 |
Total area | 38370 sq ft |
Floors | 6 |
Tax Abatements | None |
Building Class | HEREAFTER ERECTED CLASS A |

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- 559 East 19th St, New York, NY 11226
- 1900 Newkirk Ave, New York, NY 11226
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