678 4th Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11232

The 2-family house at 678 4th Avenue in Sunset Park, owned by J & A 10-07 Trust, has experienced several significant maintenance issues since 2024, with particular attention required for pest-related problems. The most recent incidents involve complaints about wall conditions in October 2024 and ongoing pest issues, with multiple HPD inspection attempts being unsuccessful due to access concerns.

Earlier in 2024, the building faced a series of interconnected problems including appliance failures (refrigerator and gas range), plumbing issues with a radiator, and pest-related concerns, though many of these were addressed and closed by mid-2024. The property also has two active Department of Buildings violations from August 2018 regarding the failure to certify correction of immediately hazardous violations, which remain in unresolved status as of the latest data. Looking back at the building's history, there were heating and hot water emergencies in late 2021 that were promptly addressed.

Notably, the property has had two consecutive years (2022-2023 and 2023-2024) with zero reported bedbug infestations, suggesting effective management of this particular issue. The building's age (constructed in 1911) and classification as a 2-family house are consistent with typical urban housing stock in the neighborhood. While many complaints have been resolved, the recent pattern of access issues during inspections (particularly regarding wall conditions and pest problems) and the presence of active DOB violations warrant attention, though it's important to note that not all reported conditions may still persist.