863 53rd Street, Brooklyn, NY 11220

The two-family house at 863 53rd Street in Borough Park, owned by Lai Ma Wong, has been subject to ongoing rodent issues since early 2024. The building has experienced consistent rat activity, with multiple inspections by the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene showing evidence of infestation across different seasons, including three compliance inspections in 2024 (March, April, and August) noting rat activity.

The most recent inspection results from April 2025 show that bait has been applied continuously, though with no definitive resolution of the rodent problem. The property has a documented history of structural compliance issues, particularly concerning unauthorized renovations. A complaint filed in December 2020 regarding illegal conversion led to an inspection in January 2021, resulting in a violation for unauthorized construction of a bathroom at the basement level including water and waste lines for shower, toilet, and sink facilities.

This violation, which was processed under the name "HUAYAN LLC," resulted in a monetary penalty of $620. The building, constructed in 1965, is classified as a two-family house and is two stories tall. While the property has been active in addressing both rodent control measures and building code compliance, the persistence of rat activity through 2025 suggests ongoing challenges in maintaining the building's habitability standards.