1817 59th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11204

The building at 1817 59th Street in Borough Park, owned by Frank Vargas, is a 2-story, 4-unit New Law tenement constructed in 1931. The property has experienced recurring pest-related issues, with three documented pest complaints in 2023, 2022, and 2021, all resulting in violations being issued by the Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD).

The building faced several significant maintenance challenges in late 2020, including a heat/hot water emergency situation in one apartment, a floor-related issue, a power outage incident, and both mold and pest problems—all of which resulted in either violations or were subject to HPD inspections. The property has demonstrated a pattern of unsanitary conditions, particularly concerning pests, which appears to be an ongoing concern with complaints received and violations issued in consecutive years.

While some incidents in 2020 were classified as emergency situations, most recent complaints have been designated as non-emergency. The building's documented issues suggest persistent maintenance challenges, particularly regarding pest control and various infrastructure systems, though it's worth noting that not all complaints resulted in violations being issued upon inspection.