444 Ralph Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11233

444 Ralph Avenue is a 4-story, 6-unit New Law tenement building located in Crown Heights and managed by owner Adel Fadel. The building, constructed in 1910, has experienced persistent maintenance issues in recent years, with particular concern about pest infestations. Most notably, in late 2024, multiple violations were documented for pest infestations, including both cockroaches and mice in Apartment 1 and Apartment 5.

The building has also faced various violations related to unsanitary conditions, including garbage/recycling storage issues, mold problems, and appliance maintenance concerns (e.g., refrigerator and electric/gas range). Safety concerns emerged in mid-2025 with documented issues regarding broken window guards and fire escape conditions, although these violations were subsequently closed. The property has a history of rodent activity, with inspections in 2024 revealing rat activity in January and a failed compliance inspection in April, though a subsequent compliance inspection in July 2024 passed.

Building infrastructure and safety systems have experienced various maintenance challenges, including failed inspections for smoke detectors and temperature reporting devices. While the building has had recurring pest issues, it's worth noting that there have been no reported bedbug infestations in the past five years according to the official bedbug reporting system. The Department of Buildings records show occasional complaints ranging from plumbing issues to illegal business activities, though many of these complaints were closed without documented violations. Recent improvements include a passed rodent inspection in July 2024, suggesting some progress in addressing persistent maintenance issues, though the building continues to face periodic violations requiring attention.