1462 72nd Street, Brooklyn, NY 11228

The 20-unit, four-story tenement building at 1462 72nd Street in Bensonhurst, owned by Mike Devito and constructed in 1912, has experienced recurring maintenance issues in recent years, particularly regarding heat and hot water systems. Most notably, there have been multiple building-wide heat and hot water complaints in 2024, with the most recent occurring in October 2024, though some complaints went uninvestigated due to lack of access to units.

The building currently has several open violations, including a Class B violation regarding janitorial services (from August 2024) and a Class C violation concerning hot water availability in Apartment 5 (from June 2024). Previous inspections in 2020-2024 revealed various safety and maintenance concerns, including issues with stairway flooring, window frames, and wall conditions, though many of these were resolved. The property has a documented history of regulatory scrutiny, including Department of Buildings (DOB) violations related to unauthorized cellar laundry room installations and venting issues in 2021, resulting in penalties totaling $18,812.

Environmental Control Board violations in 2022 indicated non-compliance with previous orders, though these were eventually resolved. While the building has maintained an active bedbug prevention program, with consistent reporting showing zero infested units since 2019, the ongoing maintenance issues suggest persistent challenges with building systems and upkeep. Recent 311 service requests and complaints indicate a pattern of issues, particularly with heat and water systems, though many have been closed due to lack of access for inspections or were duplicates of previously reported problems.