1523 Mcdonald Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11230

The two-story, 4-unit New Law Tenement building at 1523 McDonald Avenue in Midwood, owned by Ivan Chik, has experienced recurring pest and maintenance issues over the past several years. Most recently, in 2023, the building was cited for multiple violations during a May inspection, including rodent infestations in the first-story public hall and yard (Class C violations), deteriorated fire retardant materials (Class B violation), and paint issues (Class A violation).

These violations were all certified as corrected in mid-2023. The building has a documented history of pest problems, with multiple 311 complaints, HPD inspections, and violations spanning from 2018 to 2023, including a specific violation for roaches in Apartment 2F in November 2022. The property has undergone several maintenance challenges, particularly in 2022, when multiple violations were issued regarding paint and plaster conditions affecting ceilings and walls.

There are also ongoing concerns about the 2F apartment's flooring, with open violations noted in 2022 regarding wood floor repairs needed in the bathroom, kitchen, and second room. While the building has maintained a compliance record with its bedbug reporting requirements from 2019 through 2025, showing no reported infestations, the rodent situation has fluctuated, with inspections showing both rat activity and successful eradication efforts between 2018 and 2023. The most recent rodent inspection in January 2023 passed, suggesting some improvement in pest management, though the building's maintenance history indicates ongoing attention is needed for various habitability issues.