262 Winthrop Street, Brooklyn, NY 11225

The three-story, three-unit old law tenement building at 262 Winthrop Street in Prospect-Lefferts Gardens, owned by Gregory Stclair, has a concerning history of maintenance issues over recent years. Most notably, there is an ongoing bedbug reporting violation from 2021-2024 that remains open, suggesting non-compliance with mandatory HPD reporting requirements.

The building has experienced recurrent heating system problems, with multiple heat and hot water complaints documented in 2019, including one affecting the entire building in October 2019 that was classified as an emergency response. Structural and safety concerns were identified in 2020, including rust problems on both the north and east fire escapes requiring scraping and repainting, and the presence of an illegally fastened wrought iron gate at the front yard. Apartment 3 specifically has several documented issues, including problems with carbon monoxide detectors, mold remediation requirements (notably resolved in late 2019), and a painting requirement for a specific wall.

More recent inspections have not revealed new violations relating to the building's systems or structure, but the persistent nature of some previous violations and the historical pattern of heating system problems merit attention. The building's age (constructed in 1901) and classification as an old law tenement are consistent with its maintenance history, which shows a mix of resolved and ongoing violations. The combined records indicate a history of both routine maintenance and emergency response issues, particularly regarding heating systems and safety equipment, though it is worth noting that many older violations have been addressed through closure.