477 86th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11209

The 5-unit, 4-story residential building at 477 86th Street in Bay Ridge, owned by George Psaras, has experienced several notable maintenance issues over the past few years. Most recently, in December 2024, there was a heat and hot water complaint affecting the entire building, though inspectors were unable to gain access for verification. Earlier in 2024, there was a significant cluster of issues reported in June, including problems with plumbing (radiators), electrical (lighting), door frames, and multiple pest-related complaints, as well as mold and various unsanitary conditions; however, no violations were issued following inspections of these complaints.

Two critical safety violations remain open as of 2025, concerning the failure to properly post gas leak emergency procedures, and improper posting of housing information guides. The building has demonstrated some concerning safety and maintenance patterns, particularly during 2024, which included violations related to the improper temperature of hot water and defective safety devices in Apartment 2R, which had multiple open violations in the areas of carbon monoxide detection, smoke detection, and bathroom tile maintenance. Historically, there was a violation dated January 2020 regarding the failure to file an annual boiler inspection report, though this was dismissed in 2022.

On a positive note, recent bedbug reporting from 2023 through early 2025 shows no infestations, with zero units affected in the past three reporting periods. The building's maintenance record suggests periodic issues with basic services and safety systems, though many reported problems have been resolved without official violations being recorded. The most frequent complaint types appear to cluster around unsanitary conditions and basic utility issues, particularly during 2024.