191 Stanhope Street, Brooklyn, NY 11237

191 Stanhope Street is a 3-story, 6-unit residential building constructed in 1931 and currently owned by Deodat Lowtan. The property has experienced recurring maintenance issues throughout recent years, with significant clusters of complaints and violations, particularly from late 2024 to early 2025. Between November 2024 and December 2024, multiple complaints were filed regarding various issues including water damage (walls), unsanitary conditions (mold and pests), door and window problems, and appliance malfunctions, though most of these complaints could not be inspected by HPD due to access issues.

The building has also shown persistent rodent activity, with multiple inspections between 2023 and 2025 confirming rat presence, despite bait applications. The property has a documented history of maintenance violations requiring attention to life safety systems, particularly in 2024 when violations were issued for missing smoke and carbon monoxide detectors in Apartment 2L. Previous issues in 2022 included water leaks and mold problems in Apartment 1L, along with various other maintenance needs such as repairs to plastered surfaces, doors, and safety equipment.

While the building has maintained an active bedbug prevention program with no reported infestations in recent years, the ongoing rodent issues and access problems for inspections raise concerns about maintenance responsiveness. Recent complaints from February 2025 show continuing issues with flooring, appliances, and building systems, though these were classified as non-emergency. The building's history of access denial during inspections is particularly notable, as it prevents proper evaluation of reported issues and compliance verification.