1275 East 51st Street, Brooklyn, NY 11234

The 156-unit, 6-story building at 1275 East 51st Street in Flatlands, owned by Anita Zenelaj and constructed in 1965, has experienced numerous maintenance and regulatory challenges, particularly in recent months. Most notably, between February and May 2025, the building faced multiple issues including electrical wiring problems, pest infestations, ceiling damage requiring plaster work, door malfunctions, and a temporary loss of heat and hot water affecting all units. Apartment 2D has documented ongoing maintenance issues including water leaks, mold, and multiple violations related to bathroom and foyer repairs identified during a December 2024 inspection.

The building's elevator systems have also generated concern, with two active complaints as of April 2025 regarding lack of alternate service and multiple devices. The property has a history of facade and safety concerns, with two active violations from April 2025 and October 2024 documenting broken windows, loose brickwork, and egress door issues on the roof. Safety equipment compliance has been an ongoing issue, with violations noted for smoke detector and carbon monoxide detector functionality in apartment 6V, as well as a January 2019 citation for occupancy violations.

While recent bedbug reports from 2022-2023 show no confirmed infestations, past rodent inspections in 2010-2015 failed to meet compliance standards. The building's ownership has faced scrutiny for delayed maintenance responses, evidenced by multiple Housing Maintenance Code violations and the need for emergency repairs throughout 2025. The property has been subject to various permit applications over the past several years, with the most recent electrical work permit issued in April 2025.