404 48th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11220

The 4-story, 9-unit tenement building at 404 48th Street in Sunset Park, owned by Michael Decicco, has faced persistent rodent issues over the past two years, with continued rat activity documented through multiple 311 service requests and inspections. The building has experienced regular rodent-related complaints from March 2024 to March 2025, including mouse sightings and conditions attracting rodents, with inspections consistently finding rat activity and requiring baiting interventions.

Between late 2023 and early 2024, the building also encountered several heat and hot water emergency complaints affecting the entire building, though these were reportedly resolved promptly according to tenant responses. Additional maintenance concerns were identified in late 2023, including violations related to the roof condition, stairway safety features, and hall ceiling maintenance, all of which have since been addressed and closed.

The building's record shows regular compliance with bedbug reporting requirements over the past seven years, with no infestations or eradications reported in any of the annual filings. The property has maintained active engagement with housing maintenance regulations, with violation records showing prompt attention to issues once identified, though the recurring nature of rodent problems suggests an ongoing challenge. While recent inspections (as of April 2025) continue to confirm some rodent activity on the property, the building has demonstrated responsiveness to various maintenance requirements, with most historical violations being addressed through proper certification and closure.