65 Stuyvesant Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11221

The three-story, six-unit Old Law Tenement at 65 Stuyvesant Avenue in Bedford-Stuyvesant, owned by Larry Hirscfield, has experienced several maintenance and pest-related issues over the past two years. Most notably, in late 2024, there were multiple reports of rodent activity, including December 2024 where both HPD and DOHMH were involved, and consistent bait applications throughout 2024-2025.

The building faced significant maintenance challenges in September 2024, with multiple complaints regarding unsanitary conditions, including mold and pest issues, as well as problems with electrical systems, plumbing, water leaks, and wall/ceiling maintenance. While inspections were conducted for these complaints, no violations were issued, though one flooring complaint from December 2024 remains notable for requiring multiple complaint submissions. Prior to these issues, the building had documented violations in 2018 (obstruction of fire escape), 2021 (plaster and paint issues), and 2023 (window repair needed), though all were subsequently resolved.

The property has maintained a clean bedbug record over the past five years, with zero reported infestations from 2019 through 2024. The most recent inspections in 2025 show some progress, with a compliance inspection passing in July 2025, though the building's history of rodent activity and various maintenance issues suggests ongoing challenges with building upkeep and pest management. The building's age (constructed in 1931) and classification as an Old Law Tenement may contribute to some of these maintenance challenges, though these factors are common among similar buildings in New York City.