868 50th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11220

The four-story, 16-unit building at 868 50th Street in Borough Park, owned by Leon Nektalov, has experienced persistent heating and water issues over the past year, with multiple emergency complaints filed between January 2022 and March 2025 regarding inadequate heat and hot water throughout the building. Notably, there were four heat/hot water complaints in late 2024 alone (November-December), though inspections showed variable conditions with some complaints being closed without violations. The building has also faced significant maintenance challenges, including water leakage issues and mold concerns.

In November 2023, multiple violations were identified in apartment 2A, including water leaks, mold growth, and various structural deficiencies such as broken plaster surfaces and the need for repairs to both the south and east walls. More recently, the building was cited in December 2024 for defective self-closing doors in both the 4th floor bulkhead and apartment 4D. The building's historical maintenance record reveals ongoing concerns with basic services, particularly heating systems, as evidenced by multiple emergency heating complaints spanning from 2022 through early 2025.

Additionally, there are three active violations from 2019-2023 related to the failure to file annual boiler inspections, indicating potential issues with compliance regarding safety equipment maintenance. However, on a more positive note, the building has shown no recent evidence of bedbug or rodent problems, with regular inspections indicating successful pest control measures between 2019 and 2025. While the building's management has generally responded to complaints and inspections, the recurring nature of heating system issues and recent multiple violations related to doors and mold suggest ongoing maintenance challenges.