1904 Albemarle Road, Brooklyn, NY 11226

The six-story, 59-unit building at 1904 Albemarle Road in Flatbush, owned by Nelvin Vargas and built in 1927, has experienced several significant maintenance issues over the past few years. Most notably, there was a recurring problem with heat and hot water during December 2024, impacting both individual apartments and the entire building, though these issues were resolved according to HPD inspections. The building has also seen multiple violations and complaints regarding water damage, pest infestations (including cockroach and mouse issues), and various maintenance problems. Apartment D5, in particular, has been the focus of several violations in late 2024, including plumbing issues, pest infestations, and problems with plaster surfaces.

More recent complaints in 2025 involve cabinet issues and failed inspection attempts regarding wall and sink problems. The property has a history of infrastructure concerns, including two emergency complaints about heat and hot water systems in December 2024, and a notable cluster of maintenance issues in 2024 involving paint/plaster problems in ceilings, electrical lighting issues, and unsanitary conditions. The building has experienced multiple code violations over the years, including safety concerns related to fire escape access and elevator maintenance, though most have been resolved through proper remediation. Bedbug reports indicate periodic infestations between 2018-2021, with no reported cases in the past three years (2022-2025).

The most recent rodent inspection from June 2023 showed compliance, suggesting improved pest control measures. The building's violation history reveals ongoing maintenance challenges, particularly with plumbing, heating systems, and pest control, though many older violations have been resolved. Recent inspection attempts in 2025 for wall and plumbing issues suggest continued maintenance concerns, while past violations related to fire safety and elevator systems indicate attention to critical infrastructure was needed. Notably, there were two egress-related complaints regarding locked or blocked exits in 2020, raising safety concerns that were subsequently addressed.