550 55th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11220

The 16-unit, 4-story tenement at 550 55th Street in Sunset Park, built in 1931, has experienced ongoing maintenance and safety issues over the past few years, with the most recent concerns centering around plumbing and flooring problems. In late 2024, a water supply complaint was logged with HPD, and there have been multiple unresolvable flooring/stairs complaints since December 2023. The building underwent significant scrutiny in 2023-2024, including inspection-related issues with attempted HPD inspections not resulting in access, and several citations for structural concerns, including a noted problem with sagging floor joists in Apartment 10.

During 2023, there was a cluster of concerning incidents including worker fall injuries, construction safety violations, and a temporary vacate order related to building stability concerns, though these orders were eventually rescinded. The building has a documented history of various systems problems and code violations, including electrical issues with power outages and lighting problems in 2021, multiple water-related complaints, and security concerns regarding doors and windows in 2022. Significant violations were issued in 2022, particularly affecting Apartment 24, related to self-closing doors, window guards, lead paint hazards, and various maintenance issues, though records indicate these were subsequently corrected. The property's maintenance history shows regular issues requiring attention across multiple systems, including plumbing, electrical, and structural elements, with some violations resulting in fines, such as failure to comply with a structural deficiency report in October 2023 which incurred a $2,500 fine.

Recent inspection data from 2023-2024 indicates both the presence of violations and their resolution through various means, including engineering reports and construction work. Notably, there have been consistent reports of no bedbug infestations over the past several years, with the last seven consecutive reports showing zero infested units. While some recent complaints have been resolved, the pattern of unaddressed initial inspection attempts by HPD suggests ongoing challenges with access for regulatory inspections. The building's history of 311 complaints and HPD violations demonstrates a persistent need for maintenance and regulatory compliance, with particular attention needed to address recurring issues that affect both resident comfort and safety.