1401 55th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11219

The 35-unit, 6-story building at 1401 55th Street in Borough Park, constructed in 1942 and currently owned by Moshe Landau, has experienced several significant maintenance issues in recent years, particularly regarding its heating and hot water systems. In early 2025, there was a notable series of heat/hot water complaints from January 10 through January 25, with multiple tenants reporting issues, some of which were documented as building-wide problems. The building's heating system has been a recurring concern, with violations recorded in December 2024 relating to accessibility and notification requirements for the system in the boiler room and public hall.

Additional maintenance challenges have included electric outlet issues, unsanitary conditions including mold, and problems with appliances as documented through multiple 311 service requests. The building's current status shows both open and recently closed violations, including a significant lead paint hazard identified in December 2024 in apartment 1A, though many previous violations have been resolved. Despite these challenges, the building has maintained a clean bedbug record over the past five years, with no reported infestations or re-infestations.

The most recent electrical power outage complaint from June 2025 was handled as an immediate emergency, suggesting ongoing infrastructure concerns. Historical records show previous issues with the elevator system in 2021, though no violations were found at the time of inspection. While some compliance issues have been resolved, the pattern of heating system problems and other maintenance issues suggests that building systems may require ongoing attention, though many complaints are being addressed through standard HPD procedures.