279 Troutman Street, Brooklyn, NY 11237

279 Troutman Street is a two-story, six-unit residential building located in Bushwick, built in 1931 and currently owned by Peter Chernoff. The building has experienced recurring maintenance issues over the past few years, with the most significant concerns revolving around plumbing, thermal comfort, and structural maintenance. Between 2022 and 2024, there were multiple complaints and violations related to various maintenance issues, including problems with cabinets, walls, ceilings, and heating systems.

Of particular note are the electrical issues (including malfunctioning outlets and refrigerator problems), pest infestations (with specific violations related to roaches in apartment 1R), and safety concerns regarding smoke detectors and window guards. The building's recent maintenance history shows a pattern of unresolved or recurring issues, with several complaints requiring multiple follow-ups. While bedbug infestations were reported in past filings, the most recent 2024 report indicated no current issues.

However, the property has faced ongoing challenges with rodent activity, as evidenced by numerous inspections between 2023 and 2025, often resulting in "Rat Activity" findings despite some inspections showing compliance. The building's most recent bedbug report from May 2024 shows zero infested units, though this represents only the most recent reporting period, and historical data suggests this was not an isolated incident. Currently, there are multiple open violations as of 2025, including issues with plaster surfaces, mailbox maintenance, and a requirement for an annual bedbug report filing that appears to not have been properly certified. While the property has undergone various inspections and received some repairs, the recurring nature of many issues suggests ongoing maintenance challenges for the building.