5612 6th Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11220

The 8-unit, 4-story residential building at 5612 6th Avenue in Sunset Park, owned by Michael Decicco, has experienced numerous maintenance and safety issues in recent months. Between December 23 and 27, 2024, there were 8 separate complaints filed with the Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD), including emergencies related to unsanitary conditions (mold and sewage), safety concerns (broken window guard), plumbing issues (toilet problems and steam pipe/riser concerns), and water leaks. While some of these complaints were investigated without violations being issued, several inspections were not completed and the HPD has advised tenants to re-report any persisting issues.

The building has a history of sanitation and pest control challenges, evidenced by multiple pest-related complaints in 2019, including a bedbug violation notice, and recent rodent activity observations in 2022-2023. Previous violations include citations for broken window guards and insect infestations, as well as a requirement to file annual bedbug reports. The building's bedbug reporting history from 2019 through 2025 shows consistent compliance with zero reported cases, though a complaint regarding an illegal conversion was entered in June 2025.

The property has undergone multiple inspections for rodent activity, with varying results between 2019 and 2022, transitioning from "Passed" to "Rat Activity" designations. While recent bedbug reports indicate no infested units, the frequency and variety of recent maintenance issues, particularly involving plumbing, sanitation, and safety concerns, suggest ongoing challenges with building maintenance and resident comfort. The building, constructed in 1906, is classified as a "New Law Tenement" and its current condition raises significant health and safety considerations for residents.