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289 Empire Boulevard, Brooklyn, NY 11225

6
DOB Complaints
134
311 Housing Calls
157
Housing Violations
0
Permits

Risk Assessment

33
High Risk

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

Our AI predicts there is a 33% chance of no major maintenance issues.
Augrented Insights Report for 289 Empire Boulevard

289 Empire Boulevard is a 6-story, 77-unit residential building located in Crown Heights, constructed in 1927 and currently owned by Debra Cooper. The building has experienced recurring maintenance issues over the past two years, with particular concerns surrounding plumbing systems. Notable incidents include multiple water supply problems in 2024 (with three separate complaints), heating and hot water system failures in late 2023, and more recent plumbing issues in 2025 involving a sink basin.

The building has also faced pest-related challenges, with multiple violations documented in 2024, including an infestation of mice and roaches in apartment 6L. Furthermore, there appear to be safety concerns, as evidenced by violations issued in September 2024 regarding defective self-closing doors and latch sets at fire doors in public hallways, along with issues with smoke and carbon monoxide detectors in apartment 1H. The property's maintenance history shows some positive developments, with rodent inspections conducted in 2025 and 2024 resulting in "Passed" status, indicating improved pest control measures.

However, the building's history reveals a recurring pattern of maintenance issues, including periodic heating and water supply problems, as well as a significant bedbug infestation in 2023 involving five units. The building's elevator system has also been the subject of multiple complaints, particularly regarding "Multiple Devices on Property" in 2022-2023, though investigations did not find violations. A review of the building's housing maintenance code violations shows a mix of resolved and ongoing issues, with open violations as of September 2024 related to fire safety equipment. The building has maintained an overall "Passed" status in government inspections for pest control in recent years, though there were documented instances of rat activity in 2015-2017.

Last updated: July 27, 2025
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289 Empire Boulevard Building Overview

Renter Risk Rating

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

Building Characteristics

Total units 77
Year built 1927
Total area 75504 sq ft
Floors 6
Tax Abatements None
Building Class NEW LAW TENEMENT
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Key Building Statistics

6
DOB Complaints
Complaints filed with the Department of Buildings in the last 7 years.
157
Housing Violations
Class B & C housing maintenance code violations.
134
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.
2
Evictions
Evictions executed by city marshalls.
4
Rodent Inspections
Rodent inspections conducted by DOHMH.
0
Building Permits
Permits issued by DOB in the last 7 years.

Included Addresses

  • 289 Empire Blvd, New York, NY 11225
  • 291 Empire Blvd, New York, NY 11225
  • 293 Empire Blvd, New York, NY 11225
  • 295 Empire Blvd, New York, NY 11225
  • 297 Empire Blvd, New York, NY 11225
  • 299 Empire Blvd, New York, NY 11225
  • 301 Empire Blvd, New York, NY 11225
  • 303 Empire Blvd, New York, NY 11225
  • 305 Empire Blvd, New York, NY 11225
  • 307 Empire Blvd, New York, NY 11225

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289 Empire Boulevard Landlord Information

HPD Registration Contacts

Contact data is from NYC HPD building registration.

RoleNameAddress

Landlord Portfolio

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Landlord Court Records

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289 Empire Boulevard 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 289 Empire Boulevard. 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
2025-05-102025-06-03Plumbing-Basin/sinkEmergencyCLOSE
2024-10-082024-10-16Unsanitary Condition-PestsNon EmergencyCLOSE
2024-10-082024-10-16Unsanitary Condition-PestsNon EmergencyCLOSE
2024-06-182024-09-14Plumbing-Water SupplyNon EmergencyCLOSE
2024-07-222024-09-14Plumbing-Water SupplyNon EmergencyCLOSE
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Housing Maintenance Code Violations

This table shows violations of the NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) issued by HPD for 289 Empire Boulevard. 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
2024-10-11CCloseNone6LHMC ADM CODE: § 27-2017.4 ABATE THE INFESTATION CONSISTING OF MICE IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 6L, 6th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH , SECTION ''East''2024-10-23T00:00:00.000Z
2024-10-11CCloseNone6LHMC ADM CODE: § 27-2017.4 ABATE THE INFESTATION CONSISTING OF ROACHES IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 6L, 6th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH , SECTION ''East''2024-10-23T00:00:00.000Z
2024-10-11BCloseNone6L§ 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE WOOD FLOOR AT RADIATOR AT WEST IN THE 3rd ROOM FROM EAST AT SOUTH LOCATED AT APT 6L, 6th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH , SECTION ''East''2024-11-06T00:00:00.000Z
2024-09-17BCloseNoneNone§ 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE LATCH SET AT FIRE DOOR AT PUBLIC HALL, 5th STORY, SECTION ''EAST''2024-09-25T00:00:00.000Z
2024-09-17BCloseNone1H§ 27-2046.1 HMC: REPAIR OR REPLACE THE CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTING DEVICE(S). DEFECTIVE IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 1H, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH , SECTION ''EAST''2024-09-25T00:00:00.000Z
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311 Service Requests

Service requests made to 311 for 289 Empire Boulevard. Data from NYC 311.

Created DateTypeDescriptionStatusAgencyResolution
2025-05-10 13:30PLUMBINGBASIN/SINKClosedHPD
2024-10-08 20:57UNSANITARY CONDITIONPESTSClosedHPD
2024-10-08 20:57UNSANITARY CONDITIONPESTSClosedHPD
2024-07-22 18:15PLUMBINGWATER SUPPLYClosedHPD
2024-06-22 08:07PLUMBINGWATER SUPPLYClosedHPD
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DOB Complaints

Department of Buildings complaints regarding 289 Empire Boulevard.

Complaint #FiledStatusCategoryInspection DateDisposition
39451702024-01-26CLOSEDLights from Parking Lot Shining on Building2024-02-05No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2024-02-05)
38974162023-03-17CLOSEDElevator: Multiple Devices on Property2023-04-12No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2023-04-13)
38827602022-11-20CLOSEDElevator: Multiple Devices on Property2023-01-04No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2023-01-04)
38642362022-07-16CLOSEDAfter Hours Work – Illegal2022-07-23Inspector Unable To Gain Access – 2nd Final Attempt (2022-07-23)
36989872019-04-25CLOSEDPlumbing: Defective/Leaking/Not Maintained2019-04-27Complaint Unsubstantiated Based On Department Records (2019-04-29)
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DOB Violations

Department of Buildings violations regarding 289 Empire Boulevard.

Date IssuedCategoryDescriptionStatusComments
2020-03-13V*-DOB VIOLATION - ResolvedPPN203 AOC SUBMITTED ON 031122 BY MIDTOWN ELEV CERT#238001 INSP SALVATORE RIGNOL2022-03-22
2020-03-13V*-DOB VIOLATION - ResolvedPPN203 AOC SUBMITTED ON 031122 BY MIDTOWN ELEV CERT#238001 INSP SALVATORE RIGNOL2022-03-22
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Indoor Environment Complaints (DOHMH)

The table below shows indoor environment complaints received regarding the conditions at 289 Empire Boulevard. 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 289 Empire Boulevard. 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
2024-12-021002023-11-012024-10-31
2024-03-185502022-11-012023-10-31
2023-11-095502021-11-012022-10-31
2022-12-070002021-11-012022-10-31
2021-12-090002020-11-012021-10-31
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Rodent Inspections

Recent rodent inspection results for 289 Empire Boulevard. Data from NYC DOHMH.

DateTypeResult
2025-02-26InitialPassed
2024-03-26InitialPassed
2022-09-23InitialPassed
2017-12-15InitialPassed
2017-05-31ComplianceRat Activity
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HPD Litigation Explanation

The table below shows the HPD litigation records for 289 Empire Boulevard. 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 289 Empire Boulevard. 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 289 Empire Boulevard. Data from ECB.

DateNumberRespondentDescriptionStatusPenaltyBalance Due
2018-03-0738261823N289 EMPIRE ASSOCIAES*05X10; 70O02,56Y13,68B07,59B07,60Q03,12X10,37R11,45Q03. *CEASE USE ITEM; 05X-ZONE LOCK RESTRICTORE*; 56Y-SEAL LEAKS; 68B-NOT UP TO DATE 59B-MAINTENANCE LOG SAYS "BRAKE MAINT TAG MOUNTED" WAS BRAKE MAINT PERRESOLVE1250.00.0
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Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) Explanation

The table below shows the Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) records for 289 Empire Boulevard. 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 289 Empire Boulevard. 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 289 Empire Boulevard. 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 289 Empire Boulevard. 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 289 Empire Boulevard. Data includes sale date, price, buyer, and seller.

DatePriceBuyerSeller

Asbestos Records

Asbestos abatement filings and records for 289 Empire Boulevard. 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 289 Empire Boulevard. Data includes connection type, date, and status.

MaterialRecord Type

Elevator Permits

Elevator permit records for 289 Empire Boulevard. Data includes permit type, issue date, and status.

TypeIssue DateStatus

Landmark Violations

Landmark preservation violations for 289 Empire Boulevard. 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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