399 Kosciuszko Street, Brooklyn, NY 11221

The 12-unit, 4-story tenement building at 399 Kosciuszko Street in Bedford-Stuyvesant, owned by Larry Hirschfield and constructed in 1931, has experienced several maintenance issues over the past two years, with the most recent concerns emerging in late 2024. Currently, there are multiple active violations related to the boiler system, including defective circulators and a leaking backflow preventer, with penalties totaling $1,250. The building has a history of door and window problems, with multiple complaints throughout 2024 regarding doors (including emergency situations) and window frames, some resulting in violations. Electrical issues have also been persistent, with violations issued in October 2024 for inadequate electric service in Apartment 1C.

The building's maintenance record shows recurring plumbing and water-related issues, including a slow leak complaint in August 2024, and multiple housing maintenance code violations related to water leaks in the bathroom of Apartment 1C. Additional concerns have been documented regarding fire safety, with an open violation related to defective fire egress bars or gates in Apartment 1C. The property has undergone regular rodent inspections, all passing between 2020 and 2025, and there have been no reported bedbug infestations in the past five reporting periods. While there were two complaints about building shaking/vibrations in 2024, inspections did not warrant any violations.

The boiler system has been a recurring focus of attention, with multiple complaints and violations recorded between 2021 and 2023, including three separate ECB violations from 2021-2023 regarding various boiler issues, though one was resolved. The building's documented history shows a consistent pattern of maintenance issues requiring attention, particularly regarding the boiler system, water-related problems, and door security. Recent inspections have shown some improvements, with many earlier violations now closed, but several active violations remain that require correction. The property has maintained good records for pest control and regular rodent inspections, though periodic maintenance issues continue to emerge that require monitoring.