Appeal of Atty. Michael Pflughoeft, Jr. for nuisance property designation (4522 W Hampton Ave.) (1st Aldermanic District)

Summary

This item concerns an appeal filed by Atty. Michael Pflughoeft, Jr. regarding a nuisance property designation for the premises at 4522 W Hampton Ave. The Milwaukee Police Department has identified two incidents qualifying the property as a nuisance: a shooting on June 9, 2025, and another on April 26, 2025. The property owner, BERRADA PROPERTIES 34 LLC, has been notified and directed to respond within 10 days with a plan to abate the nuisance activities or file an appeal with the Administrative Review Board of Appeals. Failure to do so, or if a subsequent nuisance activity occurs, could result in special charges for enforcement costs being placed as a lien on the property. The notice also outlines potential penalties for landlords who retaliate against tenants for reporting nuisance activities.

Citizen Impact

This appeal relates to a property designated as a nuisance due to criminal activity. Residents in the vicinity may be concerned about safety and the ongoing impact of such incidents. The outcome of the appeal will determine if the property owner takes action to abate the nuisance or faces further consequences.

Confidence

high