57 Hicks Street, Brooklyn, NY 11201

The three-story, two-family house at 57 Hicks Street in Brooklyn Heights, owned by Nasser Ghorchian, is a historic property dating back to 1826. The building has experienced several notable issues in recent years, with the most recent concerns centered around the facade and structural integrity. In 2022, there were multiple complaints about building shaking and structural stability, with one resulting in an Oath Violation.

The Department of Buildings issued violations in 2022 regarding facade maintenance, including cracks, deterioration, and bulging of the cement stucco wall, though these violations were subsequently resolved. The building has a documented history of maintenance challenges between 2019 and 2021, with violations related to heat, water, and electrical systems in apartment 1. Notable issues included inadequate heating and hot water supply and problems with radiators.

Several emergency service requests were filed, particularly regarding doors and windows, with complaints in 2019, 2020, and 2021, though Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspections were often unable to gain access to verify the conditions. The property has passed recent rodent inspections in 2015 and 2013, and there have been no reported bedbug infestations in the past three years (2023-2025), as indicated by the bedbug reporting data. While there have been numerous complaints and violations over the years, many have been resolved, including several related to exterior maintenance and safety features in 2021, which carried penalties but were subsequently addressed.