1657 Sterling Place, Brooklyn, NY 11233
The two-story, four-unit residential building at 1657 Sterling Place in Crown Heights, owned by Francis St Louis, has experienced several recurring maintenance issues over recent years, with the most pressing concerns occurring between 2021 and 2024. Recent inspections in August 2024 revealed multiple open violations, including concerns about lighting, building signage, fire safety elements, and roof leaks affecting public areas on the second story. There were also two outstanding bedbug-related violations from 2022-2023 requiring annual reporting compliance.
Past complaints indicate significant maintenance challenges, particularly regarding heat/hot water systems and pest control. Notable incidents include a building-wide heat loss event in February 2022, multiple pest-related violations in December 2021, and a mold issue in the bathroom of apartment 2R documented in December 2021. Earlier records show a gas utility inspection in 2018 where the inspector could not gain access, and rodent inspections in 2017 which passed.
The building's recent history shows persistent issues with basic services, including lighting problems in late 2022 that were not able to be inspected upon HPD's visit, while various repairs to walls and general maintenance matters have been documented. The combined HVAC, pest control, and maintenance problems suggest ongoing challenges in building upkeep, though some individual complaints have been resolved through HPD intervention. The presence of multiple open violations as of August 2024, particularly regarding life safety systems and building maintenance, indicates these issues remain unaddressed or have recurred despite previous attempts at resolution.
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Building Characteristics
Total units | 4 |
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Year built | 1924 |
Total area | 3200 sq ft |
Floors | 2 |
Tax Abatements | None |
Building Class | NEW LAW TENEMENT |

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