383 Lewis Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11233

The two-family house at 383 Lewis Avenue in Bedford-Stuyvesant, owned by Twanna James and built in 1877, has experienced several recurring maintenance issues over the past five years. The property has faced multiple heating and hot water system failures, with three separate emergency complaints in 2021 and another in 2020, though these were generally resolved quickly. There have been multiple water-related issues, including heavy flow leaks in 2020 that prompted both violations and emergency responses.

The building has also experienced electrical problems, with a notable lighting failure in June 2020, and issues with flooring and stairs. In terms of building maintenance, violations were documented in 2020 regarding the need for roof repairs, proper electrical service, and various ceiling and wall repairs in the second-floor apartment. The building's recent history shows improved rodent control, with all inspections in 2024 and 2025 showing passing results, though there were signs of rat activity in late 2021 and early 2022.

Several Department of Buildings complaints were filed regarding unauthorized work and stop work order violations between 2019-2022, though many resulted from inspectors being unable to gain access. In 2019, a work without permit violation was issued for approximately $1,250 related to basement renovation work. The property owner has taken steps to address various violations through multiple permit issuances, with the most recent permits issued in 2024, 2021, and 2020, suggesting ongoing maintenance efforts.