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168 5th Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11217

2
DOB Complaints
14
311 Housing Calls
34
Housing Violations
0
Permits

Risk Assessment

89
Low Risk

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

Our AI predicts there is a 89% chance of no major maintenance issues.
Augrented Insights Report for 168 5th Avenue

The 4-story, 14-unit tenement building at 168 5th Avenue in Park Slope, built in 1920 and currently owned by Ben Soleimani, is experiencing significant maintenance challenges as of mid-2025. Recent emergency complaints from June 2025 include issues with water leaks (heavy flow), no lighting, ceiling paint/plaster problems, and sink plumbing problems, all of which were subject to uncompleted HPD inspections.

Earlier complaints in 2025 revealed serious problems, including unsanitary conditions with pests (May 2025) and confirmed issues with mold (January 2025), though the building's bedbug reports over multiple years show no infestations between 2018 and 2024. The building has an active Department of Buildings violation from June 2023 regarding failure to file 2018 external low-pressure inspection results.

A comprehensive inspection on November 12, 2024, revealed multiple open violations in apartment 3C, including problems with plaster surfaces, heat supply, hot water, leaky faucets, and pest infestations (mice and roaches). Additional violations were noted for the building's vestibule door security and basement heating system access. While the building's recent history shows persistent moisture-related issues (multiple water leak complaints) and electrical problems, it has consistently passed rodent inspections from 2017 through 2019, though 2025 HPD inspections were unable to be completed.

Last updated: July 27, 2025
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168 5th Avenue Building Overview

Renter Risk Rating

This building is in the riskiest 10% of buildings in Park Slope.

Building Characteristics

Total units 14
Year built 1920
Total area 11634 sq ft
Floors 4
Tax Abatements None
Building Class OLD LAW TENEMENT
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Key Building Statistics

2
DOB Complaints
Complaints filed with the Department of Buildings in the last 7 years.
34
Housing Violations
Class B & C housing maintenance code violations.
14
311 Housing Calls
Housing-related 311 service requests in the last 7 years.
1
Work Orders
Repair orders issued by city agencies.
0
ECB Violations
Environmental Control Board violations on record.
0
Evictions
Evictions executed by city marshalls.
6
Rodent Inspections
Rodent inspections conducted by DOHMH.
0
Building Permits
Permits issued by DOB in the last 7 years.

Included Addresses

  • 168 5th Ave, New York, NY 11217
  • 170 5th Ave, New York, NY 11217
  • 718 Degraw St, New York, NY 11217

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168 5th Avenue Landlord Information

HPD Registration Contacts

Contact data is from NYC HPD building registration.

RoleNameAddress

Landlord Portfolio

Other NYC buildings registered to this landlord.

AddressUnitsCode ViolationsRisk Rating

Landlord Court Records

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Date FiledCase TitleCourtLink
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168 5th Avenue Rent Control Status

Year Built
Built before 1974
Units
More than 6 units
RGB Registration
Registered
Tax Abatement
None found
Year BuiltUnitsRGB RegistrationTax Abatement
Before 1974 >6 units 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 168 5th 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
2025-06-062025-06-08Water Leak-Heavy FlowEmergencyCLOSE
2025-06-062025-06-08Paint/plaster-CeilingEmergencyCLOSE
2025-06-062025-06-08Paint/plaster-CeilingImmediate EmergencyCLOSE
2025-06-062025-06-08Plumbing-Basin/sinkEmergencyCLOSE
2025-06-062025-06-08Electric-No LightingEmergencyCLOSE
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Housing Maintenance Code Violations

This table shows violations of the NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) issued by HPD for 168 5th 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
2024-11-12COpenNone3C§ 27-2029 ADM CODE PROVIDE AN ADEQUATE SUPPLY OF HEAT FOR THE APARTMENT IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 3C, 3rd STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTHNone
2024-11-12COpenNone3C§ 27-2031 ADM CODE PROVIDE HOT WATER AT ALL HOT WATER FIXTURES IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 3C, 3rd STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTHNone
2024-11-12COpenNoneNone§ 27-2033 ADM CODE PROVIDE READY ACCESS TO BUILDINGS HEATING SYSTEM DOOR LOCKED AT BASEMENT AT BOILER ROOMNone
2024-11-12COpenNone3CHMC ADM CODE: § 27-2017.4 ABATE THE INFESTATION CONSISTING OF MICE IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 3C, 3rd STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTHNone
2024-11-12COpenNone3CHMC ADM CODE: § 27-2017.4 ABATE THE INFESTATION CONSISTING OF ROACHES IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 3C, 3rd STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTHNone
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311 Service Requests

Service requests made to 311 for 168 5th Avenue. Data from NYC 311.

Created DateTypeDescriptionStatusAgencyResolution
2025-06-06 14:57PAINT/PLASTERCEILINGClosedHPD
2025-06-06 14:57WATER LEAKHEAVY FLOWClosedHPD
2025-06-06 14:57PAINT/PLASTERCEILINGClosedHPD
2025-06-06 14:57ELECTRICNO LIGHTINGClosedHPD
2025-06-06 14:57PLUMBINGBASIN/SINKClosedHPD
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DOB Complaints

Department of Buildings complaints regarding 168 5th Avenue.

Complaint #FiledStatusCategoryInspection DateDisposition
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DOB Violations

Department of Buildings violations regarding 168 5th Avenue.

Date IssuedCategoryDescriptionStatusComments
2023-06-20V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEVIOLATION ISSUED-FAILURE TO FILE 2018 EXTERNAL LOW PRESSURE INSPECTION
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Indoor Environment Complaints (DOHMH)

The table below shows indoor environment complaints received regarding the conditions at 168 5th 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 168 5th 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
2024-12-170002023-11-012024-10-31
2023-12-270002022-11-012023-10-31
2022-12-200002021-11-012022-10-31
2022-01-100002020-11-012021-10-31
2020-12-220002019-11-012020-10-31
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Rodent Inspections

Recent rodent inspection results for 168 5th Avenue. Data from NYC DOHMH.

DateTypeResult
2019-09-13InitialPassed
2019-03-26InitialPassed
2018-11-08CompliancePassed
2018-09-12InitialPassed
2018-09-05InitialRat Activity
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HPD Litigation Explanation

The table below shows the HPD litigation records for 168 5th 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 168 5th 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 168 5th 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 168 5th 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 168 5th 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 168 5th 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 168 5th 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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Case NumberDateTypeStatusDetails

Sales Records

Sales transactions for 168 5th Avenue. Data includes sale date, price, buyer, and seller.

DatePriceBuyerSeller

Asbestos Records

Asbestos abatement filings and records for 168 5th 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.

DateTypeResult
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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 168 5th Avenue. Data includes connection type, date, and status.

MaterialRecord Type

Elevator Permits

Elevator permit records for 168 5th Avenue. Data includes permit type, issue date, and status.

TypeIssue DateStatus

Landmark Violations

Landmark preservation violations for 168 5th 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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