822 Broadway, Brooklyn, NY 11206

The three-story, four-unit building at 822 Broadway in Bedford-Stuyvesant, currently owned by John Van Decker, has experienced several significant maintenance issues in recent years, particularly regarding heat and hot water systems. Most notably, in late 2024, there were multiple complaints about heat and hot water issues, with at least one emergency complaint (3L apartment) remaining unresolved as of December 2024. The building has active violations related to proper maintenance and safety requirements, including failures to provide completed inspection certificates, post carbon monoxide detector requirements, maintain heating system access, and ensure adequate heat and hot water supply.

There are also multiple active violations for failure to file external low-pressure inspection reports from 2018-2020 and 2023. While the building has maintained an active bedbug control program with no reported infestations since 2019, and recent rodent inspections have shown improvements with several "Passed" results in 2025, there have been concerning patterns of rat activity noted in 2023-2024. The property has demonstrated some compliance with various housing maintenance requirements, including regular bedbug reporting showing zero infested units in recent years.

However, the persistent heating system issues, including a December 2024 emergency heat complaint, and multiple open violations related to safety requirements and inspection filings suggest ongoing maintenance challenges. The building has a history of heat and hot water issues, with multiple complaints filed through 311 and HPD in late 2024, and violations regarding heating system access and requirements. While there have been improvements in pest control as evidenced by recent rodent inspection results, the building's management has faced challenges maintaining compliance with various housing safety and maintenance requirements, particularly regarding the heating system and associated safety protocols.