642 56th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11220

The two-story, two-unit building at 642 56th Street in Sunset Park, owned by Denny Chen, has experienced significant maintenance issues over the past two years, particularly in 2023. Multiple housing violations remain open from an April 2024 inspection, including requirements for annual bedbug reporting and various safety and maintenance issues in the second-floor apartment (Apartment 2).

These open violations include the need for proper window security (including addressing defective window guards), installation of required safety devices (smoke and carbon monoxide detectors), repairs to window mechanisms, and remediation of pest infestations (specifically mice). The building's documented history also shows recurring problems with unsanitary conditions, including multiple pest complaints throughout 2023, as well as safety issues related to window guards. There were also significant maintenance matters in 2023, including reports of mold, a power outage, and problems with window frames and plaster ceilings, though inspections generally found no violations for these particular issues.

The property has shown persistent issues with building systems and safety requirements, particularly affecting Apartment 2. Recent violations indicate ongoing concerns with building security (door/window issues), safety systems (smoke and carbon monoxide detectors), and basic habitability (pest control and maintenance of living space surfaces). A notable water leak issue was reported in February 2023 as an emergency situation, and while some complaints from 2023 were resolved, many violations, including those related to window safety, multiple electrical issues, and sanitation problems, have persisted with open violation status.