262 Stuyvesant Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11221

The three-unit, three-story residential building at 262 Stuyvesant Avenue in Bedford-Stuyvesant, owned by Yukiko Yamazaki, has experienced several significant maintenance issues over the past six years. Most recently, in January 2025, there was an emergency heat/hot water complaint from residents, though HPD was informed that the issue had been corrected upon their investigation. This marks the third heat-related issue in the building's recent history, with similar complaints recorded in January 2019 (resolved shortly after) and no heat/hot water complaints in January 2025.

The building has also faced plumbing problems, including a toilet issue reported in May 2019, which HPD was unable to inspect due to access issues. Of particular concern is a mold-related unsanitary condition reported in May 2023, classified as an emergency by the Housing Maintenance Code. This pattern of maintenance issues, particularly the recurring heat and hot water problems, suggests ongoing infrastructure challenges within the building system.

Additionally, there was a complaint filed in September 2019 regarding illegal hotel room usage in the residential building, but inspectors were unable to gain access during their final inspection attempt. The building's age (built in 1899) and classification as "HERETOFORE CONVERTED CLASS A" suggest it has undergone some form of conversion or modification from its original design, which may be relevant to its current maintenance challenges. Importantly, while all complaints have been officially closed, it's worth noting that several were resolved based on tenant reports of restoration rather than direct verification of the corrections. The most recent complaint history indicates that while issues are being addressed, they often require multiple reports or inspections before resolution.