99 Troutman Street, Brooklyn, NY 11206

99 Troutman Street, a 5-story, 8-unit residential building constructed in 2008 and owned by Hersh Fekete, has experienced several concerning issues in recent years, particularly between 2022 and 2024. The property has been grappling with persistent rodent problems, with rat activity documented in multiple inspections throughout 2024 and 2025, despite some recent Compliance Pass results.

The building has also faced serious violations related to unauthorized alterations and occupancy issues, particularly regarding alleged illegal conversions and transient use of unit 1B in the cellar area. These violations, recorded between 2022 and 2024, included blocking staircases, inadequate means of egress, missing fire alarm systems, and construction work performed without proper permits, though some have been resolved or marked as "Active." The building's recent history has shown fluctuating conditions, with a temporary resolution to the illegal occupancy issues in 2022, followed by renewed violations in 2024 including removal of posted vacate orders and unauthorized occupancy at the cellar level. However, on a positive note, the property has maintained a consistent record of zero bedbug infestations reported in the past five reporting periods from 2020 to 2024.

The Department of Buildings has issued multiple fines related to these violations, with penalties totaling over $10,000. While the most recent rodent inspections in 2025 show some improvement with Passed results, the building's recent compliance history reflects ongoing challenges that have required multiple inspections and remediation efforts, particularly regarding pest control and unauthorized modifications. The property has also maintained regular communication with both HPD and DOB regarding various complaints and violations, though some service requests have been marked as duplicate complaints requiring inspection of only one unit.