1508 Dekalb Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11237

1508 Dekalb Avenue is a 3-story, 6-unit Old Law Tenement building constructed in 1931 and currently owned by Stephen Ficano. The property has experienced recurring maintenance issues over the past several years, with the most recent complaints in 2024 involving paint and plaster issues, though no violations were found during inspections. A notable area of concern has been heating and hot water systems, with a December 2023 emergency complaint filed, though inspectors were unable to access the affected apartments.

Multiple maintenance issues between 2022-2024 have been documented, including plumbing problems (sinks/toilets), door/window issues, and rodent activity, with some complaints resulting in no violations being found during inspections. The building's second-floor apartment (2R) was found to have multiple violations in September 2022, including missing smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, leaky faucets, and cockroach infestation, though these violations were certified as addressed by September 2022. The property has undergone several rodent control measures, with the most recent inspections in 2025 showing mixed results, including both passed inspections and periods of rat activity.

Bedbug reports from 2022 to 2024 indicate three instances of infestation, all of which were reportedly eradicated. Multiple permits for maintenance and repair work have been issued between 2018 and 2019, including plumbing and electrical work, though some complaints regarding construction activity were unable to be inspected. The building has experienced recurring issues with apartment access during inspections, with multiple complaints throughout 2022-2024 being closed due to inspectors' inability to gain entry. While many complaints have been resolved, the frequency and variety of maintenance issues suggest ongoing challenges with building upkeep and resident access for inspections.