1863 53rd Street, Brooklyn, NY 11204

The two-family house at 1863 53rd Street in Borough Park, owned by Yosef Streicher, has experienced recurring issues with heating and plumbing systems over recent years. The property, constructed in 1925, has documented five heat/hot water complaints since 2020, with four of these categorized as emergencies.

The most recent complaint in April 2024 is particularly concerning as it follows a pattern of similar issues, including an earlier January 2022 violation for inadequate heat supply in the second-floor apartment. The building has also faced plumbing challenges, with water supply complaints filed in October 2020 and June 2023, the latter categorized as non-emergency. Multiple housing maintenance code violations remain open as of 2025, including issues identified in November 2020 regarding inadequate heat supply in the 2nd floor apartment, though some violations from this period were previously closed, such as those related to mold remediation and carbon monoxide detection.

The property's maintenance record shows three inspections by the Department of Buildings in 2025, though none resulted in violations. A notable historical issue of concern was an illegal double cylinder key lock on the front entrance gate to the 2nd floor apartment, though this violation's current status is unclear. While the building has had numerous complaints, it's important to note that most recent inspections have resulted in no violations being found at the time of inspection.