566 Vanderbilt Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11238

The 10-unit, 4-story brownstone located at 566 Vanderbilt Avenue in Prospect Heights, owned by Adam Raczynski, has experienced recurring heat and hot water issues over the past two years. Since 2024, there have been multiple emergency complaints regarding heat and hot water problems, particularly during February 2024 when eight separate incidents were reported. Three of these complaints specifically cited temperatures exceeding the maximum allowed 130 degrees in Apartment 1F and noted an infestation of roaches in this unit, along with several other maintenance issues.

The building's heating system appears to be a persistent challenge, with tenants frequently unable to grant access for inspections, leading to repeated emergency complaints between 2023 and 2025. In addition to the heating problems, the property has faced various maintenance concerns including broken windows, damaged doors, and unsanitary conditions. A 2023 inspection noted mold issues, while window and floor repairs were required in multiple apartments.

The building's history shows numerous Department of Buildings complaints between 2020 and 2022 regarding work being conducted without proper permits, though most inspection attempts were unsuccessful due to access issues. Furthermore, the building has maintained a rodent-free status since passing inspection in 2018, and recent bedbug reports from 2023-2024 show no evidence of infestation. Despite the recurring heating issues, the property has generally complied with inspection requests when access was granted, and some violations have been promptly resolved upon inspection.