53 Hart Street, Brooklyn, NY 11206

This three-story, seven-unit building at 53 Hart Street in Bedford-Stuyvesant, owned by Allen Sender, was constructed in 1931 and has undergone several significant maintenance challenges in recent years. Most notably, there is an open electric/gas range appliance complaint as of June 2025, and multiple housing maintenance code violations were documented in 2024, particularly involving pests, plumbing issues, and infrastructure maintenance concerns. The building has experienced recurrent flooring issues, pest infestations (including documented mouse problems in multiple units), and plumbing problems affecting both bathtubs and sinks.

While there were several successful resolutions to complaints in 2024-2025, including heat/hot water issues and various plumbing concerns, persistent problems suggest ongoing maintenance challenges. The building's heating system faced serious issues in December 2023, with two ECB violations related to hazardous boiler conditions, including oil leaks and accessibility problems, resulting in penalties totaling $1,560.00. Earlier structural concerns were noted in a June 2018 ECB violation regarding a vertical crack in the facade above the third floor window.

Recent rodent inspections show a mix of passing and failing results, particularly in March 2024 and November 2023, indicating ongoing pest management challenges. However, the building has maintained a clean record regarding bedbug incidents, with no reported infestations in the past five years. The various service requests and violations suggest a building that has experienced ongoing maintenance and habitability challenges, though many recent complaints have been addressed, with some remaining open or labeled as "not violated" upon inspection.