166 Linwood Street, Brooklyn, NY 11208

The two-story, four-unit residential building at 166 Linwood Street in Cypress Hills, constructed in 1915, has experienced several notable maintenance and safety issues over the past decade. The most significant recent concern involved multiple heat and hot water complaints in January 2019, categorized as emergencies, though no violations were found upon inspection.

That same winter, there were additional issues with a fire escape safety complaint and various structural concerns, including flooring problems and window frame issues, with some violations being issued. The building has also faced periodic pest management challenges, with documented pest and mold violations in September and November 2018, though subsequent inspections in 2019 through 2025 show no current infestations. In terms of regulatory compliance, the building has maintained an active bedbug reporting history from 2018 through 2025, showing no instances of infestation or re-infestation in any units during this period, with the most recent report from June 2025 confirming zero infested units.

Several important repairs and safety improvements have been addressed over the years, including electrical safety updates in 2019, such as installing safety caps on electrical outlets in public areas and addressing door security concerns in Unit 2L. The property has undergone routine inspections and maintained compliance with various housing codes, with the most recent violation notice in April 2024 relating to the annual bedbug reporting requirement, which was subsequently closed. Notably, the building's rodent inspections from 2010 and 2012 showed passing results, indicating effective pest management in this regard.