1065 Utica Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11203

The two-family house at 1065 Utica Avenue in East Flatbush, owned by P. RUSSO LLC, has experienced recurring maintenance issues over the past several years, particularly between 2021 and 2024. The building has faced multiple heat and hot water problems, with emergency complaints filed in both 2024 and 2023 indicating either building-wide or apartment-specific heating issues.

Between late 2021 and 2022, there were significant water-related concerns, including reports of heavy flow and slow water leaks, though these were ultimately closed without violations being issued. Additional documented problems include mold (2022), pest infestations (2021), and potential lead paint concerns (2021), all of which were investigated but generally closed without violation citations. The building's emergency maintenance history between 2021-2022 also includes concerns about the roof and electrical systems, with complaints about roofing and no lighting issues in late 2021.

More recent complaints in 2023 and 2024 suggest ongoing heating system challenges, with HPD unable to gain access for inspections in both instances. Looking back to 2019, there was a complaint regarding defective/exposed electrical wiring on a neighboring property (11203) that was inspected and had its stop work order fully rescinded in February 2020, though this was not directly related to the Utica Avenue property. The pattern of complaints, particularly regarding heat and water issues, suggests persistent maintenance challenges, though many complaints were closed without formal violations being issued.