527 East 98Th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11212

The 160-unit, 7-story residential building at 527 East 98th Street in Brownsville, owned by Timothy Henzy and completed in 2020, has experienced several recurring maintenance issues, particularly related to heat and water systems. In 2025 alone, there have been multiple complaints about heat/hot water problems, plumbing issues, and door/window concerns. The building is currently experiencing open violations regarding hot water service in apartments A412 and A415.

There were significant elevator maintenance issues noted in late 2023, with multiple Department of Buildings complaints and Environmental Control Board violations related to elevator safety and maintenance, though these were subsequently resolved with penalties. Historical records show various maintenance challenges since the building's completion, including a 2024 inspection revealing roach infestations in multiple fourth-floor units and public areas, which were addressed. Water leak issues have persisted, with multiple reports in mid-2025.

Security concerns were documented in 2024 regarding building entrance systems, and there were notable construction-related safety violations during the building's initial period in 2021, including incidents requiring worker hospitalization, though these were resolved. The property has maintained compliance with bedbug and rodent inspection requirements, with recent inspections showing passing results. The building's management has generally responded to inspection requests, though there were instances in 2025 where inspectors were unable to gain access to complete their evaluations.