266 Throop Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11206

266 Throop Avenue is a 4-story, 6-unit residential building located in Bedford-Stuyvesant, built in 1931 and currently owned by Devon Mckenzie. The building has experienced multiple maintenance and safety issues over recent years, with the most pressing concerns including ongoing rat activity as evidenced by nine inspections between 2024-2025, and several water-related problems. Between 2021-2022, multiple water leak incidents were reported, including heavy flow and slow leaks, along with plumbing issues affecting bathtubs/showers and radiators.

An inspection in 2023 revealed several violations in apartment 4, including defective plastered surfaces, window guard issues, and concerns with the kitchen window's fire escape access. The building has a documented history of pest control issues, with multiple complaints about unsanitary conditions related to pests during 2021-2022. Significant safety concerns arose in 2018 when illegal gas piping and appliance installations were discovered in the cellar, resulting in multiple ECB violations and a penalty.

Although these violations were resolved, there were subsequent issues with building code compliance regarding annual bedbug reporting requirements in 2023-2024. Recent property maintenance records show consistent efforts to address various building issues, including multiple permits issued in 2018-2020 for plumbing and other work. As of the most recent bedbug reporting period (2024-2025), the building shows no current infestations, with all previous cases listed as eradicated. The property has undergone several inspections and received various repairs and improvements through permit approvals, though the persistent nature of rat activity and historical maintenance issues suggest ongoing challenges with building upkeep and resident comfort.