1395 Sutter Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11208

The 3-unit, 3-story residential building at 1395 Sutter Avenue in East New York, owned by Anthony Russo, has experienced significant infrastructure challenges throughout 2024, particularly with its electrical systems. The property has recorded multiple power outage incidents between February and November 2024, with at least one instance resulting in violations being issued. February 2024 was particularly problematic, with multiple complaints regarding various electrical issues including wiring problems, no lighting, and other related concerns, along with mechanical issues involving the plumbing systems (boiler and radiator) and cooking gas appliances.

Numerous violations remain open as of July 2025, including unsafe electrical wiring conditions at the building's front, Issues with a gas range in the cellar, and occupancy concerns regarding a "Class A" apartment created contrary to the certificate of occupancy. The building has also been cited for several safety-related violations, particularly in its basement apartment (BASEME), including missing carbon monoxide detectors, missing smoke detectors, multiple inoperable radiator issues, and inadequate electrical service to bathroom light fixtures. A notable open violation from April 2024 pertains to the failure to file an annual bedbug report.

Additionally, there have been two complaints (2024 and 2022) regarding possible illegal conversions and unpermitted work, though inspectors were unable to gain access to verify these claims. The only record of pest control inspection dates back to 2012, when the property passed a rodent inspection. While many complaints have been closed through HPD inspections, the persistent pattern of electrical issues and multiple open violations suggests ongoing infrastructure challenges at the property.