465 51st Street, Brooklyn, NY 11220

The four-story, 4-unit building at 465 51st Street in Sunset Park, owned by Juan Estrella, has experienced several recurring maintenance issues since 2021. Most notably, there have been multiple heat and hot water complaints, with five incidents reported between November 2021 and February 2022, though most were resolved upon inspection. The building has also faced significant infrastructure challenges, including plumbing issues with radiators in December 2021 (which required emergency intervention) and various complaints about unsanitary conditions, mold, and water leaks in November 2021.

A concerning cluster of complaints occurred in March 2022, primarily affecting Basement Apartment 1, involving violations related to water leaks, window repairs, door conditions, and both peeling and lead-based paint hazards. Recent inspections in late 2024 revealed multiple emergency safety concerns, including issues with smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, as well as door problems, all of which were closed by March 2025. The building currently has several open violations from March 2022 related to maintenance and safety standards, including requirements to repair water leaks, address lead paint hazards, and fix various door and window issues.

While there were rodent activity concerns in May 2024, a subsequent inspection in June 2024 showed compliance. An illegal conversion complaint was filed in December 2024, but inspectors were unable to gain access during the investigation. The property has demonstrated some pattern of maintenance response, with many complaints being addressed, though some issues remain outstanding as of 2025.