942 East 38th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11210

The two-story, three-unit residential building at 942 East 38th Street in East Flatbush, owned by John Headley, has a documented history of maintenance and safety issues primarily centered around its basement apartment. The most concerning incident occurred in late 2018 when there were reports of unsanitary conditions and mold, though inspectors were unable to gain access to verify the complaint.

In early 2018, the basement unit (BASEME) was found to have multiple safety violations, including defective smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, problems with self-closing doors, fire egress issues related to obstructing bars or gates, and peeling paint on various surfaces. Additionally, there was a serious hot water temperature violation recorded in December 2017, with temperatures exceeding 160°F in the kitchen. The building has been subject to annual bedbug reporting requirements from 2021 through 2025, with the most recent report from February 2025 indicating no infested units, no eradicated units, and no re-infested units during the 2023-2024 reporting period.

While there were multiple Notices of Violation issued between 2021-2024 regarding failure to file annual bedbug reports, these appear to have been administrative in nature. A complaint regarding possible illegal conversion was filed in September 2018, but inspectors were unable to gain access to investigate this claim. As of 2025, the building's most recent bedbug report shows compliance with the reporting requirements, though the previous violations and historical issues suggest past challenges with building maintenance and safety compliance.