5216 Beverley Road, Brooklyn, NY 11203

The 5-unit, 2-story residential building at 5216 Beverley Road in East Flatbush, owned by Michael Lefkowitz and built in 1920, has experienced several significant maintenance issues over the past two years. Most notably, there have been recurring problems with heat and hot water throughout the building, with multiple complaints filed in early 2025, some classified as emergencies. Water-related issues have also been persistent, with both heavy flow and slow leak complaints reported in late 2024 and 2025, though HPD inspections were often unable to gain access to verify the conditions.

A November 2024 inspection revealed several violations in apartment 2F, including excessive hot water temperatures, roof leaks, and a mouse infestation, all of which were certified for correction in January 2025. The building has maintained a consistent record of zero bedbug infestations, as evidenced by annual reports from 2021 through 2024. The property has experienced some concerning safety issues in 2025, including two complaints regarding blocked or improper egress systems, one resulting in a partial vacate order.

Environmental Control Board violations from 2019-2022 indicate historical problems with building maintenance, including issues with an awning on the second floor, though these were resolved. More recently, in mid-2025, there have been appliance-related issues, with a refrigeration complaint filed and inspected in June 2025. While the building's most recent rodent inspection passed in November 2024, the persistence of water-related issues and heating system problems during winter months suggests ongoing maintenance challenges within the property.