1479 East 34th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11234

The 4-unit, 2-story building at 1479 East 34th Street in Flatlands, owned by Berish Rubin and constructed in 1931, has experienced several maintenance issues over the past two years, with particular concerns emerging in 2023-2024. Most notably, there was a heat and hot water outage affecting the entire building in November 2023, which prompted an emergency response from HPD, though access for inspection was reportedly not granted. Multiple sanitation issues were reported in September 2023, including problems with pests, sewage, and mold, with some violations issued by HPD.

The building has also experienced plumbing issues, including slow water leaks and bathroom problems, though these were mostly addressed through inspections. In March 2024, several violations were documented specifically for the basement apartment, including issues with mice infestation, water leaks, mold, and missing safety equipment (carbon monoxide detector and smoke detector), all of which were classified as Class A, B, or C violations. Historical records show that there were also concerns about the building's heating system, with a boiler-related complaint in February 2022, though inspectors were unable to gain access for verification.

Regular inspections for bedbugs have returned negative results since 2019, indicating no infestation during the reporting periods. A rodent inspection conducted in November 2023 was passed, suggesting improved conditions, at least for that specific issue. The building's maintenance history shows a pattern of reactive rather than preventative maintenance, with multiple complaints requiring HPD intervention, particularly during the fall of 2023 and early 2024. While some issues have been resolved or closed through inspection, several violations remain open as of 2024, particularly concerning the basement apartment's conditions.