123 33rd Street, Brooklyn, NY 11232

The three-unit building at 123 33rd Street in Sunset Park, currently owned by Theresa Hoole, has experienced several significant maintenance issues in recent months. Most notably, in January-February 2025, there were multiple emergency complaints filed regarding unsanitary conditions (including mold and sewage issues), along with reports of heavy water leaks and problems with interior wall finishes.

While Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) investigated these complaints, they issued no violations for the mold and wall issues, though they were unable to complete the inspection for the sewage complaint. Of particular concern is the building's persistent failure to comply with bedbug reporting requirements, as evidenced by four open violations spanning from 2021 to 2024, all citing non-compliance with § HMC regarding annual bedbug report filings.

The two-story, 1899 building, classified as "Heretofore Converted Class A," has also had some recent construction activity, with permits issued in late 2020 for unspecified work under job number 340769868. While the severity of the January 2025 issues and the longstanding bedbug violation can be considered significant, it's worth noting that HPD's inspections of the recent complaints did not result in any violations being recorded. The building's age and history as a converted structure are consistent with typical maintenance challenges, though the specific nature and extent of the recent problems suggest ongoing attention to building systems and maintenance would be prudent.