800 East 13th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11230

The 14-unit, 4-story building at 800 East 13th Street in Flatbush, owned by Michael Malek, has experienced several maintenance issues in recent years, most notably regarding heat and hot water systems. In 2025, there was a building-wide heat and hot water outage, following multiple similar complaints in 2024, including a December incident involving both building-wide and apartment-specific heat issues. The building has also faced various violations and maintenance challenges, particularly affecting Apartment 1B, where recent inspections in December 2024 identified multiple issues including problems with plaster surfaces, paint conditions, and HVAC systems.

These violations were officially certified for correction in January 2025, including specific citations for lead paint hazards, a non-functioning radiator valve, and inoperable smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. The building's recent history shows ongoing concerns with building systems and environmental conditions. In December 2024, multiple violations were recorded related to ventilation, mold, and various other maintenance issues, though some complaints were found not to violate housing laws.

The property has had documented rodent activity, with inspections in 2022 and 2024 showing different results ranging from "Passed" to "Rat Activity." There have also been concerns about interior conditions, with inspections revealing issues requiring attention. While the building's recent history indicates attention to various maintenance matters, the persistent nature of certain complaints, particularly regarding heat systems and environmental conditions, is notable. However, it's worth mentioning that the building has maintained a consistent record of zero bedbug infestations since 2019, according to the official bedbug reporting system.