181 Stanhope Street, Brooklyn, NY 11237

Located at 181 Stanhope Street in Bushwick, this 3-story, 6-unit building constructed in 1931 has experienced ongoing maintenance challenges in recent years, particularly regarding heat and hot water systems. In early 2025, there were multiple heat/hot water complaints spanning from January 2 to January 7, with inspections resulting in violations and at least one complaint being part of a building-wide issue. The building has also faced persistent rodent activity, with multiple inspections in 2025 showing continued rat presence despite baiting efforts.

Historical maintenance issues include significant water leak problems documented in April 2023, and several non-access inspection complaints in 2024 related to ceiling plaster and window frame conditions. The property has undergone various inspections and received multiple Housing Maintenance Code violations in March 2023, primarily concerning safety and regulatory compliance. These violations included requirements for proper notices regarding gas leaks, smoke detector requirements, carbon monoxide detector requirements, and maintaining clear egress from fire escapes.

Notably, the building's bedbug reporting history from 2021 to present shows no recorded infestations, with zero affected units reported in the most recent filing for 2023-2024. The building's management, under owner Ismael Feliciano, has a pattern of receiving numerous service requests and violations that appear to be addressed through standard inspection and violation processes, though some issues persistently recur, particularly regarding heating systems and pest management. The most recent inspection activity indicates ongoing rodent control efforts, with multiple bait applications recorded in early 2025. While the building has a documented history of addressing various code violations and requirements through the Housing Maintenance Code system, the frequency of heating system complaints and rodent activity suggests these remain areas of ongoing concern.