1560 Dekalb Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11237

The three-story, five-unit building at 1560 Dekalb Avenue in Bushwick, owned by Ismael Feliciano, has experienced several recurrent issues in recent years, with the most pressing concerns revolving around heat and hot water systems. Between late 2024 and early 2025, there were multiple complaints regarding heating system failures, with several reports indicating either complete building-wide failures or issues affecting individual apartments. While HPD investigations confirmed restoration of services in some cases, multiple complaints remained open, particularly one from December 2024.

The building has also faced challenges with sanitation and safety, including recent complaints in May 2025 regarding garbage/recycling storage issues and pest problems, though HPD was unable to gain access for inspection in these cases. A significant safety concern emerged in late 2024 regarding carbon monoxide detector compliance, with HPD citing violations that remain open as of May 2025. The building's maintenance history shows various violations, particularly affecting apartment 3A, where issues have been identified with carbon monoxide detectors, smoke detectors, and wall paint.

Apartment 2B has documented maintenance needs including repairs to kitchen cabinets, bathroom lighting, and other fixtures as of July 2023. Multiple inspections for rodent activity have generally resulted in "Passed" results, though a rat activity finding was noted in June 2024. The property owner has maintained compliance with bedbug reporting requirements, with the most recent reports showing no infestations. While there have been historical concerns about garbage management and housing code violations, recent rodent inspections suggest improved pest management, though the ongoing heat/hot water and safety compliance issues indicate persistent maintenance challenges within the building.