1550 East 13th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11230

1550 East 13th Street is a 6-story, 54-unit residential building constructed in 1939, currently owned by Michael Niamonitakis. The property has experienced persistent heating and hot water issues throughout early 2025, with multiple complaints filed between January and March 2025, some involving the entire building and others specific to individual apartments. While some complaints resulted in inspections and violations, there were several instances where inspectors could not gain access to units for verification.

The building has also undergone various maintenance inspections revealing multiple issues, particularly in apartment 5E, including water leaks, plaster damage, and problems with self-closing doors. The Department of Buildings and Environmental Control Board records show concerns about building maintenance, with violations related to facade inspections and elevator service dating back to 2018-2020. However, more recent records indicate that bedbug infestations have been consistently reported as zero since 2019, suggesting effective pest control measures.

The property's violation history shows a mix of resolved and active violations, with the most notable being a Class C violation from late 2023 in apartment 5E regarding lead-based paint hazards. The building's maintenance history demonstrates regular inspections and reporting requirements, including FISP facade inspections, though there have been instances of missed deadlines. Additionally, there were two complaints about illegal hotel rooms in 2019-2020, though inspectors were unable to gain access during final attempts. The persistent heating system issues in early 2025 and the lead paint violation represent the most significant current concerns, while the building's overall violation history suggests ongoing maintenance requirements and compliance efforts.