2516 Bedford Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11226

The four-story, 26-unit residential building at 2516 Bedford Avenue in Flatbush, owned by Steven Neuman, has experienced recurring maintenance issues over the past two years, particularly regarding heating, plumbing, and pest control. Most recently, in March 2025, the building faced complaints about unsanitary conditions including sewage problems and pests, though HPD inspectors were unable to gain access to perform necessary inspections. In early 2024, multiple heat and hot water complaints were filed and subsequently addressed, while late 2024 saw issues with both mold and water leaks, with violations issued that required correction.

The building has a documented history of rodent activity, with bait applied during inspections in 2024, and previous pest control efforts have been noted. Significant repairs were required in late 2024 and early 2025, including electrical wiring issues that prompted multiple inspection attempts, though access was consistently denied. The building's maintenance history reveals systemic issues, including multiple Housing Maintenance Code violations related to moisture and mold in apartments 3A and 4G, infrastructure problems with the roof drain systems (noted in 2021), and exterior façade concerns.

Inspections in 2022 revealed historical structural concerns, though these were eventually dismissed. While the building has maintained a routine of pest control and compliance inspections, the frequency and nature of complaints suggest ongoing maintenance challenges. Notably, the building has shown improvement in bedbug management, with reports from 2022-2025 indicating reduced infestations, though other pest and sanitation issues persist. The property has also undergone Local Law 188/17 compliance inspections in 2024, with no violations found during the most recent inspection in September 2024, suggesting some level of proactive compliance with city housing regulations.