204 Chestnut Street, Brooklyn, NY 11208

204 Chestnut Street is a 3-story, 4-unit residential building in Cypress Hills, constructed in 2005 and currently owned by Luis Almonte. The building has experienced recurring maintenance issues over the years, with the most recent significant concerns involving emergency electrical problems and heating/hot water issues reported in November 2022, though HPD was unable to gain access for inspection of these complaints.

Between 2018 and 2021, multiple violations were documented, particularly affecting Apartment 6, including open violations for defective ceilings, missing smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, roof leaks, and pest control issues (specifically, a roach infestation). The building has maintained compliance with bedbug reporting requirements, with the most recent report from July 2024 indicating all six previously infested units have been eradicated, with zero current infestations. Historical complaints from 2018-2020 included issues with doors, windows, water leaks, and various painting/plastering concerns, though most were resolved without violations being issued.

The apartment's exterior and commercial aspects show some regulatory history, including two active ECB violations from 2018 related to an unpermitted awning installation and a failure to file proper documentation, with fines totaling $1,480. The building has undergone regular bedbug reporting as required by HPD, with the most recent period showing no current infestations and successful eradication of previously affected units. While many past issues have been resolved, the building's history shows recurring problems with basic services and maintenance compliance, particularly affecting the most recently documented violations from 2021.