511 Jewett Avenue, Staten Island, NY 10302

The three-story, two-family house at 511 Jewett Avenue in Castleton Corners, built in 1938 and currently owned by Matthew Demartinis, has a concerning history of rodent-related issues over the past decade, with particularly notable activity in 2017 when multiple bait applications were required over several months. While the property passed various inspections in 2016 and 2018, more recent developments in 2023 have raised significant concerns about the building's current condition.

Multiple complaints were filed through the 311 system regarding unsanitary conditions and pest problems, culminating in a Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) inspection in March 2023. While this inspection initially showed a passed result, it is worth noting that HPD was unable to gain access to fully investigate a related complaint about unsanitary conditions in July 2023, raising potential concerns about access to the building for inspections.

The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) conducted inspections in February 2023, confirming both signs of rodents and conditions attracting them, though these were described as "minor violations." The 2023 complaints and inspection results suggest that while some previous rodent issues had been managed through baiting and inspections, there may be ongoing pest management challenges. The building's documented history shows a pattern of rodent-related complaints and inspections spanning several years, with the most recent events indicating that pest control remains a relevant concern for this property. The combination of multiple complaints in 2023 and the recent inability of HPD to gain access for inspection suggests potential challenges with building maintenance and access for regulatory inspections, though it should be noted that not all complaints necessarily indicate ongoing issues, as some were closed due to overlapping complaints or other reasons.