454 Van Duzer Street, Staten Island, NY 10304

454 Van Duzer Street is a 2-story, 52-unit residential building located in Staten Island's Stapleton neighborhood, constructed in 1966 and currently owned by Marvin Basch. The building has experienced several recurring maintenance issues in recent years, with significant clusters of complaints emerging in 2025, particularly in June when multiple non-emergency issues were reported, including electrical outlet problems, radiator maintenance needs, pest infestations, water leakage, and unsatisfactory flooring conditions.

Earlier complaints from March 2025 suggested problems with heat and hot water systems affecting the entire building, though inspectors were unable to access units for verification. The property has documented housing maintenance code violations from 2023-2024, primarily concerning Apartment A3, where issues with a refrigerator door gasket, leaky kitchen faucets, closet door problems, and various plaster and flooring maintenance needs were identified. A notable violation from November 2023 regarding potential fire safety concerns and visible mold in Apartment E2 was recorded, with the latter being upgraded to a Class B violation due to its severity.

Inspection records show consistent rodent activity through 2022-2024, though bait has been applied as part of the control measures. The building's history includes a cluster of construction-related violations in 2019, including unauthorized work and safety concerns during roofing repairs, which triggered multiple Environmental Control Board penalties totaling $7,500, though these were subsequently resolved. Recent bedbug reports from 2022-2025 indicate no confirmed infestations, and the building has maintained proper reporting protocols.