288 Suydam Street, Brooklyn, NY 11237

288 Suydam Street is a 6-unit, 3-story residential building located in Bushwick, constructed in 1931 and currently owned by Jake Lasala. The building has experienced recurring heating and hot water issues throughout 2023, with five documented complaints between January and October 2023, though most were resolved relatively quickly with inspections showing no violations. More significant concerns emerged in August 2023, when multiple violations were issued affecting Apartment 1R, including problems with water leaks in the bathroom affecting all walls and ceiling, bathroom tile damage, plumbing issues, and the need for proper repairs and uniform painting.

The building has also had two outstanding violations from June 2023 regarding the failure to file external low-pressure inspection results for 2020 and 2021. Historical complaints include several concerning water-related issues in late 2020, including heavy flow water leaks and various maintenance problems including door/window and paint/plaster issues. The property has a consistent record of passing rodent inspections, with the most recent inspections in 2024 and 2025 showing compliance.

An unusual pattern emerged between 2019 and 2022 regarding three separate complaints about unauthorized conversions, though inspectors were unable to gain access during inspections. Notably, the building has maintained a clean record regarding bedbug infestations, with all prior filings showing no affected units. While the heating system has been a recurring concern, it's worth noting that many complaints were resolved relatively quickly, often during the heating season transitions.