579 Lafayette Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11216

The 4-story residential building at 579 Lafayette Avenue in Bedford-Stuyvesant, owned by Freddy Garcia, was constructed in 2005 and contains 3 units.

The property has experienced several maintenance issues over the past few years, most notably a persistent water leak problem in 2023 that warranted emergency intervention. This leak, categorized as heavy flow, was reported through both the 311 system and directly to the Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) department, though the latter inspection was notably hindered by access issues, leading to an administrative closure of the complaint.

Additionally, in 2021, the building was the subject of a Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) complaint regarding rodent, insect, and garbage concerns in a food establishment context, though this incident was administratively closed with confirmation that the issue had been addressed. While the building is relatively new (having been constructed in 2005), these documented maintenance issues suggest some ongoing challenges with building upkeep, particularly regarding water infrastructure and pest management, though it's worth noting that the most recent water leak complaint from June 2023 was officially closed in June 2024, indicating some resolution to that particular issue.