476 Humboldt Street, Brooklyn, NY 11211

The three-story, six-unit building at 476 Humboldt Street in Williamsburg, owned by Derek Bestreich and constructed in 1930, has experienced several notable events in recent years, with the most significant occurring in June 2023 when a fire broke out during construction work, affecting the roof of the second-floor setback and resulting in damage to multiple units and adjacent properties. This incident led to various Department of Buildings (DOB) violations, though these were subsequently dismissed in 2024.

The building has undergone multiple safety inspections, with particular attention to fire escape issues in late 2024 and September 2024, although no violations were found during these investigations. Current open violations from September 2024 relate to maintenance and safety concerns, including issues with self-closing doors and means of egress from the yard to the street. The property has had several construction-related complaints in 2023-2024, including issues with debris, scaffolding, and building stability concerns, though most were resolved without violations being substantiated.

Between 2019 and 2023, the building maintained a clean record regarding bedbug infestations, showing no cases or eradication efforts across multiple annual reporting periods. The building's recent inspection history shows recurring attention to fire safety and exit access issues, suggesting ongoing concerns in these areas despite previous inspections finding no violations. While the 2023 fire incident was the most serious event on record, subsequent responses and inspections indicate a generally responsive approach to safety concerns, though some safety violations from 2024 remain open as of the latest data available.