260 Buffalo Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11213

260 Buffalo Avenue is a four-story, 20-unit residential building constructed in 1922 and currently owned by Jay Jaffe. The property has shown persistent maintenance challenges, particularly regarding elevator and heating systems. Most recently, in April 2025, multiple HPD complaints were filed and resolved, including issues with heat/hot water, electrical outlets, water leaks, and door/window conditions.

Notable violations from late 2024 through 2025 include active ECB violations relating to elevator safety features, with a penalty of $1,250 for inoperative cab lighting and other safety concerns. The building's heating system has been a recurring issue, with multiple emergency complaints about heat/hot water reported in both March and April 2025, though some inspections were unable to gain access to units for verification. The property has a documented history of pest issues, with NYC housing maintenance violations from late 2024 indicating ongoing rodent infestations in apartment 2A, though more recent bedbug reports (2024-2025) show no infested units during their respective reporting periods.

The building's infrastructure has faced challenges, particularly with the elevator system, which has generated numerous complaints over the years regarding its single device operation and safety features. Despite these ongoing issues, recent inspections show some improvement, with the most recent rodent inspections in 2022 indicating passing results following previous rat activity detections in 2021. The building's age and documented maintenance history suggest ongoing challenges with building systems and infrastructure, though recent months have shown some fluctuations in inspection access and violation resolution.