221 Troutman Street, Brooklyn, NY 11237

The 5-story, 6-unit residential building at 221 Troutman Street in Bushwick, owned by Shay Zach, has experienced several recurring maintenance issues since its construction in 2009. Most notably, the building has faced multiple problems with water and moisture, including a slow water leak reported in February 2024 (with violations issued), and earlier incidents of water issues in March 2022 and January 2020. There have been consistent concerns about unsanitary conditions, particularly regarding mold and pest issues.

The most recent complaints in 2024 involve mold issues (both emergency and non-emergency), while previous years saw problems with pests in 2022, including rodent sightings. The building has undergone regular rodent inspections since 2021, with the most recent inspections in 2025 showing passed results, suggesting some improvement in pest management. The property has also had various maintenance violations that have required attention, particularly in 2024 when violations were issued for mold, water leaks, and interior surface repairs needed in apartment 4R.

Notable improvements include consistent bedbug reporting showing zero infestation cases from 2020 through 2025, and recent rodent inspections passing consistently since 2023, indicating better pest control measures in place. However, the building's history shows recurring issues with water leaks, mold, and pest concerns, suggesting ongoing maintenance challenges. The building's systems have been subject to various service requests, with the Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) frequently involved in inspections and resolutions, typically finding no violations for many complaints, though some did result in formal violations that required correction.