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685 Sterling Place, Brooklyn, NY 11216

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DOB Complaints
10
311 Housing Calls
4
Housing Violations
0
Permits

Risk Assessment

97
Low Risk

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

Our AI predicts there is a 97% chance of no major maintenance issues.
Augrented Insights Report for 685 Sterling Place

The 20-unit, 4-story New Law Tenement building at 685 Sterling Place in Crown Heights, owned by Gianluca Dispenza and constructed in 1906, has experienced recurring heating system issues throughout 2024. There were seven documented heat/hot water complaints between January and February 2024, with at least one entire building outage and several apartment-specific incidents, though most complaints were ultimately resolved.

The building's maintenance history shows several significant concerns, including two open violations from 2022 related to building security systems (an unauthorized electromagnetic lock and insufficient power outage security), as well as a Class B violation from 2022 regarding mold in Apartment 3's bathroom. More recent activity includes a Department of Buildings violation from September 2024 regarding the failure to file the 2023 external low-pressure inspection, which remains active. The building's pest management history shows attention to rat control, with three inspections in 2024 indicating rat activity (August, September, and February 2025), though these incidents were preceded by multiple "Passed" inspections and bait applications in 2022.

The bedbug reporting for 2023-2024 shows no active infestations, with zero units reported as infested, eradicated, or re-infested. Additional issues have included various maintenance concerns such as window and door repairs in 2024, and the building has undergone regular rodent inspections with varying results. The property has demonstrated some responsiveness to complaints, with many being resolved though sometimes requiring multiple reports to address recurring issues.

Last updated: July 27, 2025
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685 Sterling Place Building Overview

Renter Risk Rating

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

Building Characteristics

Total units 20
Year built 1906
Total area 17276 sq ft
Floors 4
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.
4
Housing Violations
Class B & C housing maintenance code violations.
10
311 Housing Calls
Housing-related 311 service requests in the last 7 years.
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Work Orders
Repair orders issued by city agencies.
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ECB Violations
Environmental Control Board violations on record.
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Evictions
Evictions executed by city marshalls.
7
Rodent Inspections
Rodent inspections conducted by DOHMH.
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Building Permits
Permits issued by DOB in the last 7 years.

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685 Sterling Place Landlord Information

HPD Registration Contacts

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685 Sterling Place 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 685 Sterling Place. 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
2024-02-042024-02-07Heat/hot Water-Apartment OnlyEmergencyCLOSE
2024-02-042024-02-07Heat/hot Water-Apartment OnlyEmergencyCLOSE
2024-01-222024-01-26Heat/hot Water-Entire BuildingEmergencyCLOSE
2024-01-222024-01-25Heat/hot Water-Apartment OnlyEmergencyCLOSE
2024-01-042024-01-10Heat/hot Water-Apartment OnlyEmergencyCLOSE
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Housing Maintenance Code Violations

This table shows violations of the NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) issued by HPD for 685 Sterling Place. 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
2024-04-11ACloseNoneNone(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
2023-03-27ACloseNoneNone(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
2022-10-11COpenNoneNone§ 27-2005, 2007 ADM CODE REMOVE THE ILLEGAL FASTENING CONSISTING OF AN UNACCEPTABLE ELECTROMAGNETIC LOCKING DEVICE INSTALLED AT BUILDING FRONT ENTRANCE DOORNone
2022-10-11BOpenNoneNone§ 27-2005 ADM CODE PROVIDE SECURITY IN THE EVENT OF A POWER OUTAGE BY MEANS OF AN ACCEPTABLE MECHANICAL HEAVY DUTY LOCK AND LATCH SET AT BUILDING FRONT ENTRANCE DOORNone
2022-10-11BOpenNone3§ 27-2017.3 HMC: TRACE AND REPAIR THE SOURCE AND ABATE THE VISIBLE MOLD CONDITION... CEILING (APPROX. 4 SQFT) IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 3, 1st STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST ORIGINAL VIOLATION 15429248 ISSUED 11-OCT-22 HAS BEEN UPGRADED TO CLASS B PER ADMINISTRATIVE CODE §27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).None
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311 Service Requests

Service requests made to 311 for 685 Sterling Place. Data from NYC 311.

Created DateTypeDescriptionStatusAgencyResolution
2024-02-04 14:28HEAT/HOT WATERAPARTMENT ONLYClosedHPD
2024-02-04 14:17HEAT/HOT WATERAPARTMENT ONLYClosedHPD
2024-01-22 15:14HEAT/HOT WATERENTIRE BUILDINGClosedHPD
2024-01-22 15:07HEAT/HOT WATERAPARTMENT ONLYClosedHPD
2024-01-04 12:29HEAT/HOT WATERAPARTMENT ONLYClosedHPD
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DOB Complaints

Department of Buildings complaints regarding 685 Sterling Place.

Complaint #FiledStatusCategoryInspection DateDisposition
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DOB Violations

Department of Buildings violations regarding 685 Sterling Place.

Date IssuedCategoryDescriptionStatusComments
2024-09-23V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEVIOLATION ISSUED-FAILURE TO FILE 2023 EXTERNAL LOW PRESSURE INSPECTION
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Indoor Environment Complaints (DOHMH)

The table below shows indoor environment complaints received regarding the conditions at 685 Sterling Place. The information includes the date, type, description, and status of each complaint. The data is sourced from DOHMH/311.

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Bedbug Infestations

The table below shows the bedbug reports filed by the landlord for 685 Sterling Place. 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
2024-12-310002023-11-012024-10-31
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Rodent Inspections

Recent rodent inspection results for 685 Sterling Place. Data from NYC DOHMH.

DateTypeResult
2025-08-08InitialPassed
2025-02-03InitialPassed
2024-09-20ComplianceRat Activity
2024-08-13InitialRat Activity
2024-02-01InitialPassed
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HPD Litigation Explanation

The table below shows the HPD litigation records for 685 Sterling Place. 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 685 Sterling Place. 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 685 Sterling Place. 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 685 Sterling Place. 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 685 Sterling Place. 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 685 Sterling Place. 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

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Sales Records

Sales transactions for 685 Sterling Place. Data includes sale date, price, buyer, and seller.

DatePriceBuyerSeller

Asbestos Records

Asbestos abatement filings and records for 685 Sterling Place. 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 685 Sterling Place. Data includes connection type, date, and status.

MaterialRecord Type

Elevator Permits

Elevator permit records for 685 Sterling Place. Data includes permit type, issue date, and status.

TypeIssue DateStatus

Landmark Violations

Landmark preservation violations for 685 Sterling Place. 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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