169 Troutman Street, Brooklyn, NY 11206

169 Troutman Street is a three-story, six-unit residential building in Bushwick, constructed in 1931 and classified as an Old Law Tenement. The building has experienced recurring heat and hot water issues, with multiple complaints documented in January 2022 affecting both individual apartments and the entire building. While some complaints were ultimately resolved, the pattern of heating problems suggests ongoing infrastructure challenges.

The building's maintenance record reveals significant safety and compliance issues from 2018-2019, including multiple open violations related to fire safety, building code compliance, and emergency preparedness. These include defective fire-retardant plaster, a broken self-closing door, and requirements for proper signage regarding gas leaks, carbon monoxide detectors, and smoke alarm requirements. Recent inspections reveal persistent rodent activity, with multiple bait applications documented throughout 2024-2025 and recurring rat activity reports in compliance inspections.

The building's bedbug reporting history from 2021 through 2024 shows no infestations or related issues, suggesting effective management of this particular pest concern. While the property has had some recent compliance inspections for rat activity and bait applications, the multiple treatment cycles indicate an ongoing pest management challenge. The combination of heating system problems, rodent issues, and historical maintenance violations suggests that while some improvements may have been made over time, the building still faces significant challenges related to resident comfort and safety.