251 Broad Street, Staten Island, NY 10304

The three-story, ten-unit building at 251 Broad Street in Stapleton, owned by Hamid Almaghrebi and constructed in 1931, has experienced numerous maintenance issues over recent years. Most notably, there are ongoing concerns about heat and hot water, with recent complaints in February 2025 and multiple reports in 2024, including one emergency response from HPD where inspectors could not gain access to verify the conditions.

The building has also faced significant unit-specific problems, particularly in apartment 3A, where there are currently open violations as of December 2024 for rodent infestations (both mice and roaches), as well as multiple maintenance issues including water leaks, window frame problems, and extensive plaster and paint defects throughout various rooms. A cluster of complaints in May 2024 involved issues with flooring, walls, windows, and plumbing, though most of these did not result in violations. The property has a concerning pattern of rodent-related problems, with inspections in 2021 resulting in "Failed for Other Reasons" findings, and multiple pest-related complaints in 2024.

Emergency situations have been documented regarding safety concerns such as a broken window guard and issues with the roof door/hatch in September 2024. While some maintenance issues have been addressed and closed, including various plumbing, door, and general maintenance complaints, the building continues to grapple with fundamental infrastructure problems, particularly regarding heat and pest control. An illegal conversion complaint from August 2023 and a permit complaint from 2018 (both of which were either unsubstantiated or unable to be verified) add to the building's history of regulatory scrutiny.