226 Humboldt Street, Brooklyn, NY 11206

The 490-unit, 4-story apartment building at 226 Humboldt Street in Williamsburg, owned by Frederick Camerata and constructed in 1938, is currently experiencing multiple recurring issues related to safety and maintenance. Most notably, there has been a persistent pattern of smoking/vaping violations in smoke-free areas throughout 2025, with four documented instances between April and June 2025. There are also concerning open issues from April 2025 where HPD inspectors were unable to gain access to inspect complaints regarding safety concerns related to smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors, elevator, and various maintenance issues including ceiling and wall conditions.

Multiple complaints about unsanitary garbage/recycling storage have been filed in 2025, with at least three different requests documented. The building's history shows a pattern of rodent activity, with inspections in 2018-2022 revealing ongoing challenges with pest management, though recent inspections have generally passed. From an infrastructure and safety perspective, significant violations have been recorded during a 2024-2025 construction project, including multiple Environmental Control Board (ECB) violations related to construction site conditions and safety measures, with penalties totaling $20,250 currently due.

These violations include issues with dust accumulation in common areas, unsecured entry doors during demolition, and concerns about temporary safety measures. The building has also faced violations regarding hot water and heating systems in specific apartments (2C and 3D) noted during a December 2024 inspection, along with various Housing Maintenance Code violations related to posting requirements for safety equipment notices. While recent bedbug reports from 2024-2025 indicate successful eradication efforts, there appears to be an ongoing challenge with pest management in general, as evidenced by multiple complaints throughout 2024-2025. The building's maintenance history shows some improvements, as several violations from late 2024 were certified as corrected by March 2025, including requirements to post various safety-related notices in common areas.