537 49th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11220

537 49th Street is a 4-story, 8-unit residential building located in Sunset Park, Brooklyn, constructed in 1910 and owned by 537-49 Street Corp. The building has experienced recurring heat and hot water issues, with the most recent incidents occurring in November 2023, when multiple complaints were filed regarding building-wide heating problems, though reports indicated that heat and hot water had been restored following HPD interventions. Similar heating system failures were documented in 2021 and multiple instances during 2019, suggesting an ongoing infrastructure challenge.

The building underwent a comprehensive inspection on November 27, 2023, revealing several maintenance issues that required attention. These included problems with self-closing doors, fire-retardant ceilings, and various access issues in common areas, particularly on the 1st and 3rd stories. The inspection also identified a leaky roof in the 4th-story public hall that required repairs. Additional violations were noted regarding gas leak notification procedures and building registration sign requirements.

In early 2024, the Department of Buildings issued violations related to boiler maintenance and pressure inspection filings, indicating potential issues with building systems compliance. Despite these challenges, the building has maintained a good record regarding pest control, with no reported incidents of bedbugs or rodent infestations in recent years. The most recent rodent inspection in January 2024 passed without issues. While the building has faced significant maintenance challenges, particularly regarding heating systems and common area upkeep, recent inspections show that most violations have been addressed, though there are still active violation notices regarding external low-pressure inspection filings from 2019-2023.