162 Vernon Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11206
At 162 Vernon Avenue, a three-story, three-unit building constructed in 1901 located in Bedford-Stuyvesant, significant maintenance and safety concerns have emerged over the past two years. Most notably, between October 2024 and June 2025, the building experienced recurring issues with heat and hot water supply, though these were eventually restored according to HPD inspections. Multiple inspections between 2024 and 2025 documented plumbing problems, including issues with sinks, bathtubs, and water leaks, particularly affecting the third-floor apartment (3A).
The building has faced persistent rodent problems, with multiple inspections from 2024 to 2025 showing rat activity, though the most recent inspections in 2025 (March and May) passed. Of particular concern are recent emergency violations from May 2025 regarding safety features, including smoke detector, carbon monoxide detector, fire escape, and door issues. These emergencies were addressed promptly but indicate ongoing safety system maintenance needs.
The property has also faced structural and maintenance challenges, including water damage at windows and ceilings, particularly in late 2024, with the Department of Buildings issuing violations for failed pedestrian protection during facade work (January 2024) and other maintenance issues. Multiple HPD violations from 2024 were documented, including heating system access problems and self-closing door issues, particularly affecting building entrance security. The building has shown some progress in maintenance compliance, with several earlier violations from 2024 being closed, including those related to window repairs, plumbing issues, and ceiling problems in apartment 3A. Additionally, the building has consistently reported no bedbug infestations in recent years, with all annual reports showing zero affected units from 2021 through 2024, though there were some pest-related complaints in 2024 that HPD determined did not violate housing laws.
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Building Characteristics
Total units | 3 |
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Year built | 1901 |
Total area | 3152 sq ft |
Floors | 3 |
Tax Abatements | None |
Building Class | HERETOFORE CONVERTED CLASS A |

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