202 Wilson Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11237

The three-story, six-unit residential building at 202 Wilson Avenue in Bushwick, owned by Mark Mathews and constructed in 1931, has experienced ongoing maintenance and safety issues over the past two years that warrant attention. Most notably, there is a persistent rodent problem, with multiple inspections in 2025 (April, May, and June) showing rat activity, and a recent DOHMH inspection in May 2025 found violations requiring follow-up inspections. The building has experienced recurring heating and hot water system problems, with multiple complaints in 2023-2024, including a boiler defect in late 2023 that resulted in a $625 violation.

Water-related issues have been significant, with several complaints about heavy and slow leaks between 2023 and 2024, including two violations issued in June 2024. Several ongoing violations and safety concerns remain active as of 2024-2025. These include unaddressed maintenance issues in Apartment 1B (water leak, carbon monoxide detector, smoke detector, and intercom system problems) and Apartment 3A (intercom system, sprinkler cap, bathroom door handle, and bathroom wall/ceiling issues).

The building's fire safety systems require attention, with a violation noted in April 2024 regarding fire escape obstruction. While the building has consistently reported no bedbug infestations in recent years (2020-2025), the frequency of rodent inspections and violations suggests an ongoing pest management challenge. The property's history includes a building stability concern reported in 2021, though this appears to have been resolved. The Department of Buildings has cited the property for improper drainage issues (LL103/89) in 2023 and 2025, indicating potential water management infrastructure problems.