87 Vermont Street, Brooklyn, NY 11207

This two-family house at 87 Vermont Street in Cypress Hills, owned by Expedito Cabral, has experienced several maintenance challenges since 2019. The most recent documented issues occurred in 2022, when the Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) identified multiple violations in the second-floor apartment related to ceiling conditions, including water leaks and defective plaster surfaces, particularly in the kitchen.

These violations followed a pattern of maintenance issues, with previous problems documented in 2020 involving paint/plaster issues, heating/hot water concerns, and electrical problems. Between 2019 and 2022, there were recurring complaints about heating and hot water systems in the building, with some complaints resulting in violations, particularly a concerning incident in 2019 involving excessively hot water (160°F) that exceeded the maximum safe temperature of 130°F. The building has also faced various other maintenance issues, including problems with electrical outlets and general plaster and paint condition in both apartments.

Notably, there were two open violations as of October 2020 related to the second-floor apartment's electrical outlet and plaster conditions. Historical data shows that the property underwent rodent inspections in 2012, which passed, and there was a complaint about an alleged illegal conversion in 2019-2020, though the inspector was unable to gain access for verification. The building, constructed in 1901, has had its share of maintenance challenges over the years, with the most pressing concerns appearing to be related to water systems and interior finishes.