274 Wyckoff Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11237

The 4-unit, 3-story building at 274 Wyckoff Avenue in Bushwick, owned by Todor Sfera, has experienced several notable issues in recent years, particularly concerning building safety and maintenance. As of October 2024, there are multiple open violations related to safety and building code requirements, including missing smoke detector notices, improper fire retardant plaster, encumbrances in the first-story public hall, and missing notices for carbon monoxide detection requirements. These violations, classified as either Class A or B, indicate potential safety concerns for residents.

The building also has three active Department of Buildings violations from 2019-2023 regarding failure to file required inspection reports for external low-pressure systems and boiler inspections. The building's maintenance history shows recurring issues with doors, windows, and lighting. In 2024 alone, there were three emergency complaints regarding doors and one regarding window safety, though most of these complaints were either inspected and found not to violate housing laws or resulted in no access for inspection.

The property has maintained a clean record regarding bedbug infestations over the past six years, with zero reported cases since 2019. However, there have been periods of rat activity documented between 2010 and 2022, with the most recent rodent inspections in 2024 and 2025 showing passed results, suggesting improved pest control management. The building's permit history shows three permits issued in 2019-2020 for plumbing and other work, which appear to have been properly obtained. While the building has made progress in certain areas such as pest control and completed required permits, the current open violations related to safety notices and building maintenance standards, along with the pattern of emergency complaints regarding doors and windows, suggest ongoing maintenance challenges that affect resident safety and comfort.