256 55th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11220
The three-story, five-unit tenement building at 256 55th Street in Sunset Park, owned by Imelda Canlas, has experienced several significant maintenance issues over recent years, particularly affecting Unit 2B. The most pressing current concerns include multiple open violations as of 2024 related to bedbug reporting requirements and various maintenance issues from 2022 including mold, pests, and water damage.
The building has a documented history of heating problems, with two heat/hot water complaints in December 2022 and April 2022, though these were resolved according to HPD records. In 2022, a comprehensive inspection of Unit 2B revealed multiple violations including the need to address mold (upgraded to Class B), pest infestations (including vermin and water bugs), and various issues with paint and plaster surfaces. During 2021, multiple complaints were filed regarding unsanitary conditions and electrical issues, although inspections did not result in violations.
While many earlier complaints from 2021-2022 were resolved and closed, the persistence of bedbug reporting violations from 2022 through 2024 suggests ongoing compliance issues. The building's maintenance record reveals a pattern of moisture-related problems, including water damage and mold, particularly affecting Unit 2B. The most recent documented violations, including the pent-up nature of certain issues in 2022 as both Emergency and Non-Emergency, indicate a building that has faced recurring maintenance challenges typical of older tenement buildings but with some issues remaining unresolved into 2024.
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Building Characteristics
Total units | 5 |
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Year built | 1914 |
Total area | 3474 sq ft |
Floors | 3 |
Tax Abatements | None |
Building Class | OLD LAW TENEMENT |

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