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597 Grand Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11238

5
DOB Complaints
86
311 Housing Calls
58
Housing Violations
2
Permits

Risk Assessment

32
High Risk

This building is in the riskiest 10% of buildings in NYC with significant maintenance issues.

Our AI predicts there is a 32% chance of no major maintenance issues.
Augrented Insights Report for 597 Grand Avenue

The four-story, 52-unit tenement building at 597 Grand Avenue in Crown Heights, currently owned by Gabriel Quezada, has a significant number of maintenance and safety issues on record between 2023 and 2025. Most notably, there have been recurring problems with water leaks, pest infestations, and window/WC issues throughout 2025, with several HPD inspection attempts being denied access. Multiple water leak complaints indicating heavy flow were recorded in both April and May 2025, resulting in violations being issued.

The building also has documented rodent activity, with inspections in 2023-2025 consistently showing rat presence, though bait was applied during some inspections. Recent violations and complaints suggest ongoing maintenance challenges, particularly in apartments 3A and 4F, where self-closing door issues, window problems, and paint/plaster concerns have been documented. The elevator system has received multiple complaints over the years, with the most recent relating to missing components in 2021, and while some violations were dismissed, there appears to be ongoing monitoring of elevator safety features.

The building's pest and sanitation issues are particularly concerning, with multiple complaints about unsanitary conditions and pests recorded in 2025 alone. While the property has had regular bedbug reporting with zero confirmed infestations since 2022, the consistent rodent activity suggests ongoing sanitation challenges. The property currently shows multiple open violations from 2024-2025, including issues with doors, windows, and water-related problems, though some historical violations have been resolved or dismissed.

Last updated: July 27, 2025
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597 Grand Avenue Building Overview

Renter Risk Rating

This building is in the riskiest 10% of buildings in Crown Heights.

Building Characteristics

Total units 52
Year built 1900
Total area 56377 sq ft
Floors 4
Tax Abatements None
Building Class OLD LAW TENEMENT
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Key Building Statistics

5
DOB Complaints
Complaints filed with the Department of Buildings in the last 7 years.
58
Housing Violations
Class B & C housing maintenance code violations.
86
311 Housing Calls
Housing-related 311 service requests in the last 7 years.
2
Work Orders
Repair orders issued by city agencies.
1
ECB Violations
Environmental Control Board violations on record.
1
Evictions
Evictions executed by city marshalls.
11
Rodent Inspections
Rodent inspections conducted by DOHMH.
2
Building Permits
Permits issued by DOB in the last 7 years.

Included Addresses

  • 597 Grand Ave, New York, NY 11238
  • 599 Grand Ave, New York, NY 11238
  • 369 St Marks Ave, New York, NY 11238
  • 371 St Marks Ave, New York, NY 11238
  • 373 St Marks Ave, New York, NY 11238
  • 375 St Marks Ave, New York, NY 11238
  • 377 St Marks Ave, New York, NY 11238
  • 379 St Marks Ave, New York, NY 11238
  • 381 St Marks Ave, New York, NY 11238
  • 383 St Marks Ave, New York, NY 11238
  • 385 St Marks Ave, New York, NY 11238
  • 387 St Marks Ave, New York, NY 11238
  • 389 St Marks Ave, New York, NY 11238
  • 391 St Marks Ave, New York, NY 11238
  • 393 St Marks Ave, New York, NY 11238

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597 Grand Avenue Landlord Information

HPD Registration Contacts

Contact data is from NYC HPD building registration.

RoleNameAddress

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Landlord Court Records

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Date FiledCase TitleCourtLink
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597 Grand 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 597 Grand 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
2025-06-202025-07-17Electric-WiringEmergencyCLOSE
2025-06-202025-07-17Electric-No LightingEmergencyCLOSE
2025-05-132025-05-28Unsanitary Condition-PestsNon EmergencyCLOSE
2025-04-212025-05-20Appliance-Electric/gas RangeNon EmergencyCLOSE
2025-05-062025-05-20Unsanitary Condition-PestsNon EmergencyCLOSE
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Housing Maintenance Code Violations

This table shows violations of the NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) issued by HPD for 597 Grand 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
2024-07-23COpenNone3A§ 27-2005, 27-2007, 27-2041.1 HMC, §238, § 309; § 107 (2) ( C) MDL AND 28 RCNY §25-171: REPLACE OR REPAIR THE SELF-CLOSING DOORS THAT IS MISSING OR DEFECTIVE AT APARTMENT ENTRANCE IN THE ENTRANCE LOCATED AT APT 3A, 3rd STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTHNone
2024-05-28AOpenNone4F§ 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE (INOPERATIVE) LOWER SASH OF THE 1ST ROOM WIDOW FROM WEST AT NORTH IN THE 4th ROOM FROM EAST LOCATED AT APT 4F, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EASTNone
2024-05-28AOpenNone4F§ 27-2013 ADM CODE PAINT WITH LIGHT COLORED PAINT TO THE SATISFACTION OF THIS DEPARTMENT THE CEILING AND WALLS IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 4F, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EASTNone
2024-05-28COpenNone4F§ 27-2005, 27-2007, 27-2041.1 HMC, §238, § 309; § 107 (2) ( C) MDL AND 28 RCNY §25-171: REPLACE OR REPAIR THE SELF-CLOSING DOORS THAT IS MISSING OR DEFECTIVE HINGE IN THE ENTRANCE LOCATED AT APT 4F, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EASTNone
2024-05-28ACloseNone4F§ 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR THE CEILING AND NORTH WALL IN THE PRIVATE HALLWAY LOCATED AT APT 4F, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EASTNone
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311 Service Requests

Service requests made to 311 for 597 Grand Avenue. Data from NYC 311.

Created DateTypeDescriptionStatusAgencyResolution
2025-05-13 09:25UNSANITARY CONDITIONPESTSClosedHPD
2025-05-09 10:37WATER LEAKHEAVY FLOWClosedHPD
2025-05-06 13:01UNSANITARY CONDITIONPESTSClosedHPD
2025-04-21 18:11APPLIANCEELECTRIC/GAS RANGEClosedHPD
2025-04-12 07:30WATER LEAKHEAVY FLOWClosedHPD
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DOB Complaints

Department of Buildings complaints regarding 597 Grand Avenue.

Complaint #FiledStatusCategoryInspection DateDisposition
2025-02-19CLOSEDEgress: - Locked/Blocked/Improper/No Secondary Means2025-02-21Inspector Unable To Gain Access – 2nd Final Attempt (2025-02-21)
39371222023-11-29CLOSEDElevator: Single Device on Property/No Alternate Service2024-03-01No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2024-03-01)
38326042022-02-22CLOSEDElevator: Single Device on Property/No Alternate Service2022-04-01No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2022-04-04)
37844352021-01-22CLOSEDElevator: Multiple Devices on Property2021-01-22Oath Violation Served (2021-01-22)
37786872020-12-02CLOSEDSpecial Operations Compliance Inspection2020-12-17No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2020-12-17)
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DOB Violations

Department of Buildings violations regarding 597 Grand Avenue.

Date IssuedCategoryDescriptionStatusComments
2021-04-29V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSEDFAILURE TO DISPLAY ENERGY EFFICIENCY SCORE AND ENERGY EFFICIENCY GRADE AS PER ADCODE SEC. 28-309.12.3CIANOW CRM Violation Dismissed2021-11-29
2021-04-28V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSEDFAILURE TO CERTIFY CORRECTION ON IMMEDIATELY HAZARDOUS (CLASS 1) ECB VIOLATION000810 PAID INVOICE 905144112021-12-16
2021-01-12V*-DOB VIOLATION - ResolvedPPN203 AOC SUB ON 080421 BY BROOKLYN ELEVATOR CERT#610109 FRANK LIVOTI2021-08-23
2021-01-12V*-DOB VIOLATION - ResolvedPPN203 AOC SUB ON O8O421 BY BROOKLYN ELEVATOR CERT#610-109 FRANK LIVOTI2021-08-23
2021-01-12V*-DOB VIOLATION - ResolvedPPN203 AOC SUB ON 8/5/21 BY:BROOKLYN ELEV. FRANK LIVOTI, CERT#6101092021-08-26
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Indoor Environment Complaints (DOHMH)

The table below shows indoor environment complaints received regarding the conditions at 597 Grand 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 597 Grand 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
2024-12-300002023-11-012024-10-31
2024-07-080002022-11-012023-10-31
2022-12-250002021-11-012022-10-31
2022-02-280002020-11-012021-10-31
2021-07-080002019-11-012020-10-31
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Rodent Inspections

Recent rodent inspection results for 597 Grand Avenue. Data from NYC DOHMH.

DateTypeResult
2025-07-23ComplianceRat Activity
2025-05-16InitialRat Activity
2025-01-29ComplianceRat Activity
2024-11-29InitialRat Activity
2024-04-25ComplianceRat Activity
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HPD Litigation Explanation

The table below shows the HPD litigation records for 597 Grand Avenue. The information includes the open date, case type, status, judgement, penalty and whether harassment was found. The data is sourced from HPD.

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Open DateCase TypeStatusJudgementPenaltyHarassment found
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OATH Cases Explanation

The table below shows the Office of Administrative Trials and Hearings cases for 597 Grand 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 597 Grand Avenue. Data from ECB.

DateNumberRespondentDescriptionStatusPenaltyBalance Due
2021-01-2239035287JOTA VANDERBILT LLC C/O OACLASS ONE ITEM: MISSING DLM AS NOW REQUIRED BY CODE. CLASS 2 ITEMS: REPLACE WORN GIBS WHERE NEEDED. PROVIDE DESIGNATED LOBBY BRAILLE TAGS. SELF RESETTING ESCAPE HATCH SWITCHES. PROVIDE 8" DOOR RETAINERS PER K3.ACTIVE1250.00.0
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Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) Explanation

The table below shows the Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) records for 597 Grand 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 597 Grand 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 597 Grand 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 597 Grand 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 597 Grand Avenue. Data includes sale date, price, buyer, and seller.

DatePriceBuyerSeller

Asbestos Records

Asbestos abatement filings and records for 597 Grand 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.

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Water Connections

Water connection permits and records for 597 Grand Avenue. Data includes connection type, date, and status.

MaterialRecord Type

Elevator Permits

Elevator permit records for 597 Grand Avenue. Data includes permit type, issue date, and status.

TypeIssue DateStatus

Landmark Violations

Landmark preservation violations for 597 Grand 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.

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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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