223 Richmond Street, Brooklyn, NY 11208

The two-story, four-unit tenement building at 223 Richmond Street in Cypress Hills, owned by Aron Schwartz, has experienced several significant maintenance and safety issues over recent years. The most pressing concerns have been related to plumbing and sanitation, particularly in 2024, when there were multiple sewage-related complaints and violations, including a notable incident in May 2024 affecting apartment 1R that required the removal of raw sewage accumulation from the bathroom.

The building has also faced rodent issues, with violations documented in 2024 for both apartments 1L and 1R regarding roach and mice infestations, though recent bedbug reports from 2022-2025 show no infestations. Other maintenance challenges include water-related problems, evidenced by complaints about heavy flow water leaks and unsanitary conditions (including mold) in March 2024, as well as various issues in 2024 involving toilets, walls, and overall plumbing systems.

Safety concerns have been addressed through violations requiring the repair or replacement of smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors in apartment 1L. While building systems have experienced multiple failures, including a power outage and pest issues documented through 311 service requests and Housing Maintenance Code complaints, the property has generally responded to violations within a reasonable timeframe, with most being certified as corrected within months. The building's historical records show permits were issued in 2018 for various work, though specific details of these improvements are not provided in the current data set.