305 Decatur Street, Brooklyn, NY 11233

305 Decatur Street is a 32-unit, 4-story Class A building located in Bedford-Stuyvesant and owned by Ilsoo Kim. The 1893 property has experienced several concerning maintenance issues in recent years, with the most significant problems occurring in 2025. Notably, the building faced multiple heat and hot water complaints in February 2025, though HPD inspections were often unable to gain access for verification.

There were also issues with water leaks, plumbing problems, and unsanitary conditions involving mold and pests, with violations issued that required the owner to make corrections. While some older violations from 2024 have been resolved, including issues with doors, windows, and a gas range in Apartment 3H, there remains an active violation from September 2024 regarding the failure to file the 2023 external low-pressure inspection. The building's maintenance history shows a mix of resolved and ongoing issues, with HPD inspections resulting in both violations and inspections that found no housing law violations.

The property has undergone several rodent inspections, with mixed results; while recent inspections in 2025 and 2024 passed, earlier inspections in 2024 showed rat activity. Importantly, there have been no bedbug infestations reported since 2019, and the building's exterior has generally maintained compliance with safety and maintenance requirements. The property has a history of various maintenance issues, including a broken intercom system, water leaks, and problems with plaster and paint, particularly noted during inspections in 2024. While many of these issues have been addressed, the pattern of recurring heat, water, and sanitary concerns suggests ongoing maintenance challenges within the building.