3255 Shore Parkway, Brooklyn, NY 11235

The 76-unit, 6-story residential building at 3255 Shore Parkway in Sheepshead Bay, owned by Yakov Gelb and constructed in 1955, has experienced numerous maintenance and safety issues over the past few years. Most recently, there have been complaints about unsanitary conditions related to pests (2025) and heat/hot water issues affecting the entire building (2024), with both inspections unable to gain access for verification. Between July and August 2024, multiple violations were recorded, including issues with plumbing (toilets and bathtubs/showers), electrical systems (outlet/switch problems), and interior maintenance (paint/plaster concerns), particularly affecting apartment 3G. The building has a concerning history of elevator-related issues, with multiple complaints recorded between 2019 and 2025 regarding single device service, missing safety features, and maintenance problems.

Three active complaints filed in June 2025 concerning zoning violations and construction work are currently under investigation. The property has shown persistent issues with pests, as evidenced by multiple 311 complaints regarding unsanitary conditions, though recent bedbug reports from 2023-2025 show no documented infestations. The building's maintenance record shows both resolved and ongoing violations, particularly in apartment 3G, including electrical, plumbing, and pest-related issues. The Department of Buildings has recorded several environmental violations related to elevator maintenance between 2018 and 2022, including issues with fuses, hydraulic system leaks, and safety features. While rodent activity has been documented through inspections between 2019 and 2024, recent compliance inspections have shown varying results, with both passed and activity-documented inspections.

The building's management has generally addressed violations when inspected, though access issues have impeded some investigations. The current status as of July 2025 shows multiple active complaints regarding zoning and construction issues, which remain under investigation. The most significant recent concerns include ongoing heating issues affecting the entire building, persistent pest problems, and multiple active complaints regarding zoning violations. The building has also experienced recurring elevator maintenance issues, though many historical violations from 2018-2022 have been resolved. Recent bedbug reports show no documented problems, and while there have been periods of rodent activity, recent compliance inspections have shown improvement in this area.