298 Stanhope Street, Brooklyn, NY 11237

The 6-unit, 3-story tenement building at 298 Stanhope Street in Bushwick, owned by George Chiou and built in 1931, has experienced recurring maintenance issues and violations over recent years, with the most pressing concerns centering around heating systems and pest management. In early 2025, the building faced two heat/hot water complaints in January, one affecting the entire building and another specific to an apartment, with inspections revealing violations that required remediation. The building has been under active pest management treatment in 2025, with multiple bait applications recorded between January and March 2025, though some violations from 2019 regarding pest infestations remain open.

Significant historical issues include multiple emergency maintenance complaints in 2019 regarding various safety and sanitary conditions, including mold, pests, and problems with smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. The property has unresolved Environmental Control Board violations from 2021, with active penalties totaling $72,500 related to failure to comply with previous commission orders concerning occupancy and maintenance requirements. Additional open violations from 2019 include issues with smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors, and floor repairs in apartment 2L. The building's history also shows consistent problems with heat maintenance systems, as evidenced by multiple 311 service requests, and a period of construction-related complaints in 2019 leading to a partial stop work order.

Regular rodent baiting efforts have been documented throughout 2024-2025, indicating ongoing pest control challenges. Recent inspections and service requests suggest persistent maintenance challenges, particularly with heating systems and pest management, though the building has demonstrated some responsiveness to regulatory requirements as evidenced by recent inspections showing "Passed" results in specific areas. The property has also accrued multiple violations for failure to file required bedbug reports in recent years, with associated fines. While some historical violations have been resolved, many remain open, particularly regarding occupancy and maintenance compliance issues from 2019-2021, suggesting ongoing challenges with maintaining regulatory compliance.