70 Chester Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11218

70 Chester Avenue is a two-story, four-unit New Law Tenement building located in Kensington and owned by Rose Lichtenstadter. The building, constructed in 1931, has experienced significant pest control challenges over the past year, with multiple rodent-related complaints filed between July and September 2024, including repeated rat sightings and an unsanitary conditions report related to pests. The property has undergone several City inspections in this period, with most recent outcomes indicating ongoing rodent issues, as evidenced by a failed compliance inspection in February 2025 and previous inspections showing rat activity.

The building also faces documented sanitation challenges, particularly regarding garbage/recycling storage, with violations issued in September 2024 for inadequate waste management practices. Looking at the building's broader history, there have been recurring pest issues, including documented roach infestations in 2018. Several open violations remain concerning Unit 4, including problems with floor repairs, mold, and pest control, though some earlier violations such as window guard installation issues have been resolved.

The property experienced heating system access issues in 2020, which may have affected residents' comfort during that period. While a bedbug report was filed for the period between November 2020 and October 2021 showing no affected units, more recent inspections have focused primarily on rodent control. The building's maintenance record shows a pattern of housing code violations related to both pests and general building maintenance, with the most recent rodent control efforts demonstrating an ongoing struggle to achieve compliance with city standards.