642 Wilson Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11207
The 6-unit, 3-story tenement at 642 Wilson Avenue in Bushwick, built in 1906 and currently owned by Ryan Colbert, has experienced several significant maintenance issues over the past few years. Most notably, the building has multiple active violations related to failure to file mandatory external low-pressure inspections from 2018 through 2024.
Between November 2021 and December 2022, there was a cluster of maintenance issues, including problems with plumbing (toilets), unsanitary conditions (pests and mold), electrical lighting, flooring, and water leaks, with several categorized as emergencies. A comprehensive inspection in December 2021 of apartment 1R revealed multiple violations including pest infestations (mice and roaches), mold, hot water issues, heating problems, and maintenance deficiencies affecting windows and floors, though all these violations were subsequently marked as closed. Recent rodent inspections show a mix of results, with the most recent inspection in April 2025 passing, while earlier inspections in 2022 showed rat activity and required bait applications.
The building has maintained a zero-incident record for bedbugs in the past three years, with regular annual filings showing no infested units. The property has also been under consistent inspection for various maintenance issues, with some improvements shown in recent years including passing rodent inspections and the closure of most historical violations. Notably, there was an illegal conversion complaint filed in May 2021, though inspectors were unable to gain access during their final attempts.
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Building Characteristics
Total units | 6 |
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Year built | 1906 |
Total area | 4875 sq ft |
Floors | 3 |
Tax Abatements | None |
Building Class | NEW LAW TENEMENT |

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