224 Crystal Street, Brooklyn, NY 11208

The three-story, six-unit tenement building at 224 Crystal Street in East New York, owned by Parbatty Harrilal, has experienced several significant maintenance issues in recent years. Most notably, there was a heat and hot water emergency complaint for the entire building in December 2023, with HPD unable to gain access for inspection. Before this, between August 2022 and May 2023, multiple complaints were filed regarding various building issues including problems with the bell/buzzer/intercom system, paint/plaster on walls, flooring conditions, and electrical lighting, though in some cases, HPD was again unable to gain access for inspection.

A similar heat and hot water emergency was recorded in November 2018 for an individual apartment, leading to violations being issued. The building has a documented history of compliance with bedbug reporting requirements, with the most recent report filed in December 2024 showing no infested units for the 2023-2024 period. Prior bedbug violations were noted between 2018 and 2024, but these appear to have been resolved based on subsequent inspections.

The property underwent a rodent inspection in May 2012, which resulted in a passing grade. While many of the building's issues have been addressed through inspections and repairs, several complaints remain concerning access issues for inspectors, particularly regarding the recent heating problems. The building's age (constructed in 1930) and classification as a New Law Tenement suggest it may require ongoing maintenance and oversight to address recurring systems issues.