163 Troutman Street, Brooklyn, NY 11206

The 6-unit, 3-story residential building at 163 Troutman Street in Bushwick, owned by Moshe Wilhelm and dating back to 1931, has experienced persistent maintenance challenges over the past two years. Most notably, there have been recurring rodent infestations, with documented rat activity in multiple inspections throughout 2024 and into 2025, despite multiple bait applications and other interventions.

The building has also faced significant heating issues, with emergency heat/hot water complaints in October 2024 leading to violations for inadequate hot water at all fixtures, particularly affecting apartment 1R. This unit has been the focus of several violations, including problems with self-closing doors and a documented rodent infestation that required correction. Other notable concerns include plumbing issues (toilet problems in September 2024), ventilation system complaints, and various unsanitary conditions, particularly related to pests.

Between late 2023 and early 2024, there were also violations related to mold, sewage, and water leaks that qualified as emergency conditions. While the building has maintained a clean record for bedbugs over the past several reporting periods (2019-2024), the ongoing maintenance issues, particularly regarding pests and heating systems, suggest ongoing challenges with building maintenance and resident comfort. The most recent rat activity inspections in 2025 indicate that these challenges persist into 2025, despite previous mitigation efforts and multiple regulatory interventions.