91 Verona Street, Brooklyn, NY 11231

This three-story, six-unit Old Law Tenement building at 91 Verona Street in Red Hook, owned by Cynthia Gonzalez, has experienced persistent maintenance and safety issues since at least 2014. The most recent concerns center around unsanitary conditions, with multiple complaints in 2025 related to sewage, garbage storage, and pests, some of which resulted in emergency responses. The building has a documented history of heating and hot water issues, with emergencies reported in both November 2023 and March 2024 affecting the entire building.

More troubling is the ongoing rat infestation problem, with multiple inspections between 2023 and 2024 confirming rat activity. The building currently has several open violations as of October 2024, including requirements to post gas leak procedures and housing information guides in the first-story public hall, as well as multiple maintenance issues in apartment 2A. These issues include problems with hot water availability, plaster surfaces, water leaks, and both building-wide and unit-specific concerns. The property also has an active Department of Buildings violation from April 2023 regarding failure to file a required external low-pressure inspection.

While the building has had bug infestations in the past, the most recent bedbug report (January 2025) indicates no current infestations or previous cases during the reporting period. The building's inspection history shows variable response to complaints, with some requiring multiple reports before resolution and others being classified as non-emergency despite potential safety implications. While some issues have been addressed and closed, the pattern of recurring problems suggests ongoing maintenance challenges. The property has also generated multiple HPD complaints and violations across different categories, indicating a range of systemic issues affecting resident quality of life and safety.