Good Neighbors Worst Landlords
Pros
The neighbor community
Cons
Lead Poisoning, Water leaks every year, heat problems every winter, an elevator that always gets stuck every two weeks
Advice to the owners
Don't be cheap and invest on your builsing
Urgent Concerns: 2121 Beekman's Safety and Maintencance
Pros
It is rent control. Depending on the apt the rooms are large
Cons
Multiple locks throughout the building are broken, compromising resident safety. Unwanted guests frequently access the building, particularly on the first and third floors. Reports of men following women into the building, creating a threatening environment. Suspected selling of narcotics and other illicit substances on the first floor. Unauthorized smoking in common areas, especially on the first and third floors. The elevator is old and deteriorating, posing a safety hazard. Staircases show significant signs of corrosion. Walls throughout the building need replastering and repair. Constant water leaks were reported in various apartments. Rodent infestation was reported in multiple areas of the building. Building management has repeatedly failed to address resident complaints. No visible efforts to improve security, maintenance, or sanitation.
Advice to the owners
Immediate security audit and repair of all broken locks. Implementation of a strict visitor policy and potentially hiring security personnel. Thorough investigation into illegal activities, potentially involving local law enforcement. Comprehensive structural assessment by licensed professionals, particularly of the elevator and staircases. Initiation of a building-wide repair and maintenance program to address all structural issues. Establishment of a regular, professional cleaning schedule for all common areas. Development of a pest control strategy to address the rodent problem. Creation of a clear communication channel between residents and management for reporting and addressing issues. Consider involving local housing authorities if management continues to neglect these pressing issues.
