16 Stanhope Street, Brooklyn, NY 11221

The 4-story, 8-unit residential building at 16 Stanhope Street in Bushwick, owned by Robert Rahmanian, has experienced several recurrent maintenance issues over recent years, most notably concerning heating systems and rodent activity. In early 2025, there was a heating system failure affecting an apartment, which was resolved within a few days. The building has a documented history of heating problems, with similar complaints filed in 2019 and 2020, though many appeared to be resolved quickly when inspections were conducted.

Of particular concern is the ongoing rodent infestation issue, with multiple complaints and inspections showing persistent rat activity through 2025, despite numerous bait applications by the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene. The building's maintenance history shows some significant safety and habitability concerns, including multiple violations related to fire escape access, building entrance security, and various apartment-specific issues. These violations, while mostly resolved, indicate past challenges with building systems and safety compliance. Recent records show improved conditions in some areas, such as the building's bedbug reporting history from 2021 to 2024, which shows no reported infestations.

However, there remains an active violation related to the failure to file 2020 external low pressure inspection documentation, as of June 2023. The building has undergone various repairs and maintenance work, as evidenced by multiple permits issued in 2019 for window and door repairs, and significant work was done in 2020-2022 to address various infrastructure issues. While many historical violations have been resolved, the recurrence of heating system failures and rodent activity suggests ongoing maintenance challenges. Recent inspections as of July 2025 continue to indicate the presence of rodents, despite various mitigation efforts, suggesting this remains a persistent issue in the building's maintenance history.