2021 East 41st Street, Brooklyn, NY 11234

The 48-unit, 6-story residential building at 2021 East 41st Street in Flatlands, owned by David Malek and constructed in 1930, is currently experiencing multiple issues that may affect resident comfort and safety. Most notably, there are recent infestations of pests reported in April 2025, with violations issued by HPD that require correction. The building has experienced recurring problems with heat and hot water in April 2025, though these issues were reportedly resolved upon inspection.

Several plumbing issues were reported and inspected in April 2025, including problems with sinks, toilets, and bathrooms, though inspections were not completed in some cases. The building's maintenance history reveals persistent concerns, including an active elevator service issue reported in April 2025, and a pattern of heat and hot water complaints, particularly evident in April 2025 when multiple complaints were filed and subsequently addressed. In late 2024, HPD inspections identified various violations in Apartment 2F, including mold, water leaks, and problems with plaster and tiles, though these were certified as corrected in December 2024. The building's environmental history shows it has passed rodent inspections (most recently in 2011) and maintained a generally bedbug-free record, though one unit was noted as eradicated in the 2024 reporting period.

The building has undergone various inspections and received violations related to building systems, including an August 2022 ECB violation regarding elevator maintenance, and several past violations related to fire safety systems. Historical data shows consistent attention to elevator maintenance issues, with multiple violations and inspections recorded between 2019 and 2025. Recent bedbug reports (2023-2024) indicate minimal infestation issues, with most units remaining unaffected. The building's overall condition suggests ongoing maintenance challenges, particularly regarding building systems and sanitation issues, with the most pressing current concerns being the recent pest infestations and the elevator service problems.