755 Mcdonald Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11218

The four-story, 12-unit residential building at 755 McDonald Avenue in Kensington, owned by Diane Napolitano and built in 1930 as a New Law Tenement, has experienced several significant maintenance issues in recent years. The most pressing current concerns, as of April 2025, include attempted inspections for flooring issues and pest problems that HPD could not complete, though they did complete an inspection of window frame problems that were classified as an emergency. In late 2023, the building was subject to multiple violations, particularly focusing on apartment 4A, where serious issues were identified including mold, lead paint hazards, roof leaks, plumbing problems, and the need for various repairs to ensure safety and habitability (such as window guards, smoke detectors, and carbon monoxide detectors).

The building has a history of maintenance challenges, with prior issues including heating system failures (2022), appliance problems, and electrical issues (2021). Department of Buildings records show an active violation as of September 2024 regarding the failure to file the 2023 external low-pressure inspection, though similar violations from 2019-2020 were dismissed after penalties were paid. Notably, the building has maintained a clean record regarding bedbug infestations, with all annual reports since 2019 showing zero infested units, zero eradicated units, and zero re-infested units.

While the building has faced various maintenance challenges, the absence of bedbug issues suggests effective pest control management. The property's recent history indicates a pattern of building system maintenance needs and regulatory compliance challenges, particularly relating to timely inspections and repairs. However, all known issues have generally been addressed through standard HPD processes, with some requiring multiple service requests to ensure proper inspection and resolution.