Building and Landlord Data Analysis Report

197 Brook Avenue, Bronx, NY 10454

0
DOB Complaints
32
311 Housing Calls
22
Housing Violations
0
Permits

Risk Assessment

88
Low Risk

This building shows minimal signs of maintenance issues based on our analysis.

Our AI predicts there is a 88% chance of no major maintenance issues.
Augrented Insights Report for 197 Brook Avenue

197 Brook Avenue is a 5-story, 16-unit residential building constructed in 1909, currently owned by Ronald Tavarez. The property has experienced several recurring maintenance issues over recent years, with the most recent incidents occurring in April 2025 involving violations related to cabinets, flooring, and walls.

Notably, there have been multiple water-related problems, including slow leaks and mold issues reported between March 2025 and December 2023, as well as a significant water leak incident with heavy flow documented in December 2023. The building has also faced challenges with unsanitary conditions, particularly mold, with violations issued in both 2024 and 2023.

The property has a documented history of maintenance code violations from 2022-2024, including issues with self-closing doors in Apartment 1A, kitchen cabinet repair needs in Apartment 3A, and various plaster and paint concerns. While the building has had periodic rodent inspections, all conducted between 2010 and 2023, have passed, there is currently one reported instance of bedbug infestation from the 2024-2025 reporting period, though previous years showed no infestations. The Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) has issued multiple violations that required correction, including carbon monoxide detector issues and water-related problems, though many of these violations have been marked as closed following inspection and resolution.

Last updated: July 27, 2025
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197 Brook Avenue Report Contents

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197 Brook AvenueBuilding Overview

Renter Risk Rating

This building is in the riskiest 10% of buildings in Mott Haven.

Building Characteristics

Total units 16
Year built 1909
Total area 14939 sq ft
Floors 5
Tax Abatements None
Building Class NEW LAW TENEMENT
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Key Building Statistics

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DOB Complaints
Complaints filed with the Department of Buildings in the last 7 years.
22
Housing Violations
Class B & C housing maintenance code violations.
32
311 Housing Calls
Housing-related 311 service requests in the last 7 years.
3
Work Orders
Repair orders issued by city agencies.
0
ECB Violations
Environmental Control Board violations on record.
1
Evictions
Evictions executed by city marshalls.
0
Rodent Inspections
Rodent inspections conducted by DOHMH.
0
Building Permits
Permits issued by DOB in the last 7 years.

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197 Brook Avenue Landlord Information

HPD Registration Contacts

Contact data is from NYC HPD building registration.

RoleNameAddress

Landlord Portfolio

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AddressUnitsCode ViolationsRisk Rating

Landlord Court Records

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197 Brook Avenue Rent Control Status

Year Built
Built before 1974
Units
More than 6 units
RGB Registration
Not registered
Tax Abatement
None found
Year BuiltUnitsRGB RegistrationTax Abatement
Before 1974 >6 units Not registered None

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Housing Maintenance Code Complaints

This table shows complaints to 311 related to potential NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) for 197 Brook Avenue. These complaints are related to conditions such as lack of heat, hot water, mold, pests, and other habitability issues. Class B and C violations are the most serious and may indicate significant problems with building maintenance or safety.

Date ReceivedSttatus DateCategoryTypeStatus
2025-04-082025-04-11Flooring/stairs-FloorNon EmergencyCLOSE
2025-04-082025-04-11Paint/plaster-WallNon EmergencyCLOSE
2025-04-082025-04-11Flooring/stairs-FloorEmergencyCLOSE
2025-04-082025-04-11General-CabinetNon EmergencyCLOSE
2025-03-012025-03-06Water Leak-Slow LeakNon EmergencyCLOSE
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Housing Maintenance Code Violations

This table shows violations of the NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) issued by HPD for 197 Brook Avenue. These violations are related to conditions such as lack of heat, hot water, mold, pests, and other habitability issues. Class B and C violations are the most serious and may indicate significant problems with building maintenance or safety.

Inspection DateClassStatusStatus DateApartmentNOV DescriptionCertified Date
2024-06-27BCloseNone3A§ 27-2046.1 HMC: REPAIR OR REPLACE THE CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTING DEVICE(S). DEFECTIVE LOCATED AT APT 3A, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTHNone
2024-06-27BCloseNone3A§ 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE ROTTED WOOD AT SINK BASE CABINET IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 3A, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTHNone
2024-06-27BCloseNone1A§ 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR AT CEILING IN THE 1st ROOM FROM EAST LOCATED AT APT 1A, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WESTNone
2024-04-02ACloseNoneNone(A) § HMC:FILE ANNUAL BEDBUG REPORT IN ACCORDANCE WITH HPD RULE AS DESCRIBED ON THE BACK OF THIS NOTICE OF VIOLATION OR AS DESCRIBED ON HPDS WEBSITE, WWW.NYC.GOV\HPD, SEARCH BED BUGS.None
2023-03-16ACloseNoneNone(A) § HMC:FILE ANNUAL BEDBUG REPORT IN ACCORDANCE WITH HPD RULE AS DESCRIBED ON THE BACK OF THIS NOTICE OF VIOLATION OR AS DESCRIBED ON HPDS WEBSITE, WWW.NYC.GOV\HPD, SEARCH BED BUGS.None
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311 Service Requests

Service requests made to 311 for 197 Brook Avenue. Data from NYC 311.

Created DateTypeDescriptionStatusAgencyResolution
2025-04-08 11:54GENERALCABINETClosedHPD
2025-04-08 11:54FLOORING/STAIRSFLOORClosedHPD
2025-04-08 11:54FLOORING/STAIRSFLOORClosedHPD
2025-04-08 11:54PAINT/PLASTERWALLClosedHPD
2025-03-01 19:34WATER LEAKSLOW LEAKClosedHPD
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DOB Complaints

Department of Buildings complaints regarding 197 Brook Avenue.

Complaint #FiledStatusCategoryInspection DateDisposition
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DOB Violations

Department of Buildings violations regarding 197 Brook Avenue.

Date IssuedCategoryDescriptionStatusComments
2020-01-07V*-DOB VIOLATION - ResolvedPPN203 AOC SUB ON 8/17/2020 BY:GUARDSMAN PETER SPERO, CERT#0710062020-09-17
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Indoor Environment Complaints (DOHMH)

The table below shows indoor environment complaints received regarding the conditions at 197 Brook Avenue. The information includes the date, type, description, and status of each complaint. The data is sourced from DOHMH/311.

DateTypeDescriptionStatus
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Bedbug Infestations

The table below shows the bedbug reports filed by the landlord for 197 Brook Avenue. The information includes the file date, infested units, eradicated units, re-infested units, filing start date, and filing end date. The data is sourced from DOHMH. Landlords are required to file these reports; missing data may indicate non-compliance.

File DateInfested UnitsEradicated UnitsRe-infested UnitsFiling Start DateFiling End Date
2025-06-231002023-11-012024-10-31
2023-03-160002021-11-012022-10-31
2022-06-070002020-11-012021-10-31
2021-08-130002019-11-012020-10-31
2020-07-070002018-11-012019-10-31
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Rodent Inspections

Recent rodent inspection results for 197 Brook Avenue. Data from NYC DOHMH.

DateTypeResult
2023-05-12InitialPassed
2022-02-16InitialPassed
2011-08-17InitialPassed
2010-05-27InitialPassed
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HPD Litigation Explanation

The table below shows the HPD litigation records for 197 Brook Avenue. The information includes the open date, case type, status, judgement, penalty and whether harassment was found. The data is sourced from HPD.

Source: HPD
Open DateCase TypeStatusJudgementPenaltyHarassment found
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OATH Cases Explanation

The table below shows the Office of Administrative Trials and Hearings cases for 197 Brook Avenue. The information includes the date, agency, respondent, charge, result, penalty, and status. The data is sourced from OATH.

Source: Office of Administrative Trials and Hearings (OATH)
DateAgencyRespondentChargeResultPenaltyStatus
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ECB Violations

Environmental Control Board violations for 197 Brook Avenue. Data from ECB.

DateNumberRespondentDescriptionStatusPenaltyBalance Due
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Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) Explanation

The table below shows the Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) records for 197 Brook Avenue. The information includes the start date, start violations, discharge date, and status. The data is sourced from HPD.

Source: Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD)
Start DateStart ViolationsDischarge DateStatus
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Vacate Orders Explanation

The table below shows the vacate orders for 197 Brook Avenue. The information includes the effective date, rescinded date, reason, type, and units. The data is sourced from DOB.

Source: Department of Buildings (DOB)
Effective DateRescinded DateReasonTypeUnits
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Work Orders Explanation

The table below shows the work orders for 197 Brook Avenue. The information includes the date created, type, description, and charge. The data is sourced from HPD.

Source: Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD)
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Liens Explanation

The table below shows tax and water liens for 197 Brook Avenue. Information includes tax class, month, water only flag, amount, and cycle. Data is sourced from NYC Department of Finance.

Source: NYC Department of Finance
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Sales Records

Sales transactions for 197 Brook Avenue. Data includes sale date, price, buyer, and seller.

DatePriceBuyerSeller

Asbestos Records

Asbestos abatement filings and records for 197 Brook Avenue. Data includes filing date, type, and status.

Start DateEnd DateStatusProcedureFloor

Fire Violations

Violations issued by the Fire Department for this property.

Violation NumberDateDescriptionStatus
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Fire Inspections

Fire Department inspection records for this property.

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Fire Certificates

Fire safety certificates for this property.

TypeIssue DateExpiration
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Water Connections

Water connection permits and records for 197 Brook Avenue. Data includes connection type, date, and status.

MaterialRecord Type

Elevator Permits

Elevator permit records for 197 Brook Avenue. Data includes permit type, issue date, and status.

TypeIssue DateStatus

Landmark Violations

Landmark preservation violations for 197 Brook Avenue. Data includes violation date, type, and status.

DateTypeStatus

Planning Projects

City Planning (ZAP) project applications for this building. Data includes project ID, status, borough, and lot/block information.

Project IDStatusBoroughBlockLot
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Building Permits

Department of Buildings issued building permits for this property. This includes permits for construction, alteration, and demolition work. Data includes permit type, job number, status, and issue date.

Permit TypeJob NumberStatusIssue Date

Electrical Permits

Department of Buildings issued electrical permits for this property. This includes permits for electrical work, installations, and modifications. Data includes permit type, job number, status, and issue date.

Permit TypeJob NumberStatusIssue Date

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