1776 Bedford Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11225

The 5-story, 50-unit building at 1776 Bedford Avenue in Prospect-Lefferts Gardens, managed by owner Hugo Duran, has experienced several recurring maintenance issues in recent years, particularly in the areas of heating and pest control. Most notably, there have been multiple heat and hot water complaints throughout 2024-2025, including recent building-wide issues in January 2025 and several apartment-specific problems. The building has also faced significant pest control challenges, with violations issued in December 2024 regarding sanitary conditions and evidence of cockroach infestation in apartment B2, and multiple service requests related to pest issues during that period.

The property has a documented history of infrastructure and maintenance concerns requiring attention. Four flooring/stairs complaints were filed in December 2024, though HPD was unable to complete inspections in these cases. Other notable maintenance issues include multiple violations from September 2024 requiring repairs to fire retardant materials and repainting in the first-story public hall, as well as various repairs needed in apartment A21 including kitchen cabinet replacement, bathroom lighting, intercom system, and door repairs. The building's history also shows periodic bedbug infestations, with the most recent report in December 2024 indicating one affected unit, though records show successful eradication.

While there have been some rodent activity inspections, the most recent compliance inspection in October 2024 showed no rat activity, though a rat activity finding was recorded in May 2024. The building's maintenance record shows a combination of resolved and ongoing issues, with the most pressing concerns appearing to be related to heating systems and pest management. Recent Local Law compliance inspections have generally resulted in no violations, indicating some level of regulatory adherence. The property has also experienced some intercom and general infrastructure issues, though many of these complaints have been addressed through inspections and repairs.