285 St Johns Place, Brooklyn, NY 11238

The five-story, 32-unit apartment building at 285 St. Johns Place in Prospect Heights, owned by James Dimitriades, has a history of maintenance issues and violations spanning several years. Most recently, in early 2025, the building received multiple complaints regarding various maintenance issues including flooring, plumbing (toilets), wall conditions, and electrical outlets, though inspectors were unable to gain access to verify these complaints.

In late 2024, there were significant complaints about heat and hot water problems affecting the entire building, along with water leaks, wall and ceiling plaster issues, and even a mold complaint, though many of these inspections resulted in no violations being issued. The building has documented violations from June 2024 related to broken plastered surfaces and paint conditions, primarily affecting Apartment 4 on the first story. Looking back further, the building underwent rodent inspections between 2023-2025, with some initial inspections showing rat activity, though recent inspections have passed. There were important safety-related violations in 2024 regarding fire escape obstructions and an improperly installed air conditioner.

The building's system maintenance history shows active plumbing and heating system complaints from 2018-2019, including a notable gas piping complaint in August 2019 that led to a $2,500 violation. However, all six annual bedbug reports from 2019 through 2025 have shown zero infestations or related issues. Despite the various maintenance concerns and violations, most recent inspections have been resolved, with the most entries now showing "Closed" status. The building's age (built in 1917) and ongoing history of complaints suggest continuing maintenance challenges, though there have been significant improvements in compliance over recent years.