2325 Foster Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11210

2325 Foster Avenue is a 28-unit, 4-story New Law Tenement building in Flatbush, constructed in 1931 and currently owned by Joe Patrickowski. The property has a documented history of maintenance issues, with particularly concerning patterns emerging in 2025. There have been multiple reports and violations related to rodent activity, with inspections consistently finding "Rat Activity" from September 2023 through July 2025. The building has experienced recurring pest-related complaints, with multiple violations issued by the Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) between May and June 2025.

Recent months have also brought attention to critical infrastructure problems, including multiple emergency complaints regarding heat and hot water systems. Between late June and early July 2025, there were multiple emergency maintenance calls related to heat/hot water issues, electrical problems, and various unsanitary conditions including garbage/recycling storage concerns. The building's maintenance history shows persistent issues with the heating system, as evidenced by a defective boiler complaint in late 2023, and three active ECB violations from 2023-2024 related to boiler registration and heating system signage. The building has multiple active violations that require attention, including several related to energy efficiency reporting requirements. These violations, dating from 2022-2024, indicate a pattern of non-compliance with NYC's Benchmarking and Energy Efficiency requirements.

The property also has been subject to various building code violations, including issues with fire safety equipment, door conditions, and public area maintenance. While there have been no reported bedbug infestations in recent years (2021-2024), the ongoing rodent activity and infrastructure maintenance issues suggest challenges with overall building upkeep. The building's recent performance in compliance inspections indicates ongoing challenges with rodent control, though there have been some instances of passing inspections. In summary, 2325 Foster Avenue has experienced persistent maintenance challenges, particularly regarding pest control, heating systems, and regulatory compliance. The building's age and history as a New Law Tenement suggest these issues may be part of a broader pattern rather than isolated incidents, though recent inspection results show some variability in the building's condition and compliance status.