604 Rugby Road, Brooklyn, NY 11230

The 3-unit, 3-story building at 604 Rugby Road in Flatbush, owned by Alfred Carty and constructed in 1925, has experienced numerous maintenance issues in recent years, particularly affecting the third-floor apartment (Apartment 3). In early 2025, there were multiple emergency complaints regarding lack of heat and hot water, though these were reportedly resolved quickly.

The building has faced recurring plumbing issues, with significant problems noted in March 2024 involving water supply, radiators, and various fixtures. Multiple violations were issued during a March 2024 inspection, including problems with walls, doors, and unsanitary conditions involving pests, with some issues specifically documented in Apartment 3 such as defective locking devices, broken air valves, and various repair needs in the kitchen. More concerning are the current open violations from 2024 related to safety systems and basic maintenance in Apartment 3, including requirements to repair or replace inoperative smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, address various plumbing and fixture problems, and correct issues with windows and wall surfaces.

There is also an open violation regarding access to the building's heating system in the cellar. The building's history includes a documented bedbug infestation in 2021 affecting one unit, though this was reported as eradicated without re-infestation. The recent pattern of service requests and violations suggests ongoing maintenance challenges, particularly regarding building systems and basic habitability features, with multiple instances of heat and hot water issues requiring emergency intervention.