518 53rd Street, Brooklyn, NY 11220

The four-story building at 518 53rd Street in Sunset Park, owned by Shao Guang Wang and built in 1910, has experienced several significant maintenance issues in recent years, particularly in 2024. During April 2024 alone, there were multiple complaints related to building conditions, including two emergency reports of mold, two reports of slow water leaks, and two complaints about wall paint and plaster issues, all of which were subsequently closed within weeks of being reported.

The Department of Buildings record shows a series of inspection sweeps between 2019 and 2022, with several instances of violations or inability to gain access for inspection, though most were ultimately closed without finding violations. Notably, a stop work order was fully rescinded in February 2022, and there were two "Vacant, Open and Unguarded" complaints in 2019-2020, which were also closed with no violations found. On a positive note, the building has maintained a bedbug-free status since at least 2022, with no reported infestations in the most recent filings for 2023-2024 and for the prior period (2022-2023).

The most pressing concerns for 518 53rd Street appear to be the water-related issues and mold outbreaks reported in 2024, as these could directly impact resident health and comfort. The building's age and history suggest periodic maintenance challenges, but the recent absence of bedbug infestations and the relatively quick response to recent complaints (most were resolved within 1-2 weeks) indicate some level of attention to building maintenance. The property has undergone various compliance checks over the years, with mixed results, though most issues appear to be promptly addressed once identified.