706 Lafayette Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11221

The three-unit, three-story residential building at 706 Lafayette Avenue in Bedford-Stuyvesant, owned by Alexandra Kostakos LLC, has experienced several significant maintenance issues since its construction in 2007. Most notably, there have been recurring problems with heat and hot water systems, with emergencies reported in both 2019 and 2021, though in both cases, tenants reported that the issues were resolved before HPD's inspection.

More recent concerns include plumbing issues with a radiator reported in December 2024, which HPD was unable to inspect due to access issues, and a mold complaint in October 2023 that was inspected but resulted in no violations being issued. The building's management has demonstrated compliance with bedbug reporting regulations, with no infestations reported in the past three years (2022-2025), following two violations in 2021-2022 related to late filings. The property has undergone regular rodent inspections, with mixed results.

While most recent inspections in 2024 and 2025 passed, there were notable instances of rat activity in 2022 (December) and 2024 (May), though subsequent inspections showed improvement. The building's age and location in New York City are typical for experiencing periodic maintenance issues, particularly with heating systems, though the frequency and nature of complaints suggest ongoing attention to building systems may be required. The property has maintained active compliance with bedbug documentation requirements since 2022, with no reported infestations during this period.