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488 Empire Boulevard, Brooklyn, NY 11225

3
DOB Complaints
9
311 Housing Calls
19
Housing Violations
0
Permits

Risk Assessment

96
Low Risk

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

Our AI predicts there is a 96% chance of no major maintenance issues.
Augrented Insights Report for 488 Empire Boulevard

488 Empire Boulevard is a two-story, four-unit New Law tenement built in 1922, currently owned by Nechama Avichzer and located in the Prospect-Lefferts Gardens neighborhood. The building has experienced significant maintenance issues in recent years, with multiple HPD complaints and violations between February 2023 and April 2024. These include persistent water supply problems, slow water leaks, mold outbreaks, and heat/hot water complaints, particularly affecting the 2nd-floor apartment (2F), which showed multiple violations for inadequate hot water, mold presence, and plumbing issues.

The building has also faced structural maintenance challenges, with open Class B violations regarding defective plaster surfaces and paint requirements in apartment 2F, as well as roof leakage concerns. The property's recent history is marked by multiple emergency complaints in early 2023 regarding unsanitary conditions, including mold and pest issues, though some complaints were closed due to lack of access for inspection. The building's violation status indicates several unresolved issues, including open violations related to bedbug report compliance and bathroom mold conditions.

Historical documents show prior concerns about rat activity in 2010-2014, with varying inspection results. Additionally, there were construction-related complaints in 2019 regarding work contrary to stop work orders, though these were ultimately resolved with no violations warranted upon inspection. While the building passed recent rodent inspections, the pattern of maintenance issues suggests ongoing challenges with building systems and apartment conditions.

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

Renter Risk Rating

This building is in the riskiest 10% of buildings in Prospect-Lefferts Gardens.

Building Characteristics

Total units 4
Year built 1922
Total area 3608 sq ft
Floors 2
Tax Abatements None
Building Class NEW LAW TENEMENT
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Key Building Statistics

3
DOB Complaints
Complaints filed with the Department of Buildings in the last 7 years.
19
Housing Violations
Class B & C housing maintenance code violations.
9
311 Housing Calls
Housing-related 311 service requests in the last 7 years.
2
Work Orders
Repair orders issued by city agencies.
0
ECB Violations
Environmental Control Board violations on record.
1
Evictions
Evictions executed by city marshalls.
5
Rodent Inspections
Rodent inspections conducted by DOHMH.
0
Building Permits
Permits issued by DOB in the last 7 years.

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488 Empire Boulevard 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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488 Empire Boulevard Rent Control Status

Year Built
Built before 1974
Units
Less 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 488 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
2023-02-092023-03-07Water Leak-Slow LeakNon EmergencyCLOSE
2023-02-092023-03-07Unsanitary Condition-MoldEmergencyCLOSE
2023-02-092023-03-07Heat/hot Water-Apartment OnlyEmergencyCLOSE
2023-02-152023-02-24Water Leak-Slow LeakNon EmergencyCLOSE
2023-02-152023-02-24Heat/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 488 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
2024-04-10AOpenNoneNone(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
2023-03-22AOpenNoneNone(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
2023-02-23ACloseNone2F§ 27-2017.3 HMC: TRACE AND REPAIR THE SOURCE AND ABATE THE VISIBLE MOLD CONDITION... APPROXIMATELY 1 SQUARE FOOT AT WINDOW HEADER 1ST FROM WEST AT NORTH IN THE 1st ROOM FROM NORTH AT EAST LOCATED AT APT 2F, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTHNone
2023-02-23COpenNone2F§ 27-2017.3 HMC: TRACE AND REPAIR THE SOURCE AND ABATE THE VISIBLE MOLD CONDITION... APPROXIMATELY 66 SQUARE FEET AT CEILING, EAST, SOUTH, NORTH AND WEST WALLS , IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 2F, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTHNone
2023-02-23ACloseNone2F§ 27-2017.3 HMC: TRACE AND REPAIR THE SOURCE AND ABATE THE VISIBLE MOLD CONDITION... APPROXIMATELY 1 SQUARE FOOT AT WINDOW SILL 1ST FROM NORTH AT EAST IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 2F, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTHNone
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311 Service Requests

Service requests made to 311 for 488 Empire Boulevard. Data from NYC 311.

Created DateTypeDescriptionStatusAgencyResolution
2023-02-15 14:38WATER LEAKSLOW LEAKClosedHPD
2023-02-15 14:38APPLIANCEELECTRIC/GAS RANGEClosedHPD
2023-02-15 14:38UNSANITARY CONDITIONMOLDClosedHPD
2023-02-15 14:38HEAT/HOT WATERAPARTMENT ONLYClosedHPD
2023-02-15 14:38PLUMBINGWATER SUPPLYClosedHPD
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DOB Complaints

Department of Buildings complaints regarding 488 Empire Boulevard.

Complaint #FiledStatusCategoryInspection DateDisposition
39330992023-10-30CLOSEDIllegal Conversion2023-12-21No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2023-12-22)
36871962019-02-20CLOSEDWork Contrary to Stop Work Order2019-02-20No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2019-02-20)
36849222019-01-31CLOSEDConstruction Enforcement Work Order (DOB)2019-12-10Stop Work Order Fully Rescinded (2019-12-10)
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DOB Violations

Department of Buildings violations regarding 488 Empire Boulevard.

Date IssuedCategoryDescriptionStatusComments
2019-02-04V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVE
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Indoor Environment Complaints (DOHMH)

The table below shows indoor environment complaints received regarding the conditions at 488 Empire Boulevard. 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 488 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
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Rodent Inspections

Recent rodent inspection results for 488 Empire Boulevard. Data from NYC DOHMH.

DateTypeResult
2014-07-23CompliancePassed
2014-06-19InitialFailed for Other R
2013-05-16CompliancePassed
2013-04-29InitialRat Activity
2012-01-17CompliancePassed
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HPD Litigation Explanation

The table below shows the HPD litigation records for 488 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 488 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 488 Empire Boulevard. 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 488 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 488 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 488 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

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Source: NYC Department of Finance
Tax ClassMonthWater OnlyAmountCycle
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Sales Records

Sales transactions for 488 Empire Boulevard. Data includes sale date, price, buyer, and seller.

DatePriceBuyerSeller

Asbestos Records

Asbestos abatement filings and records for 488 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.

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 488 Empire Boulevard. Data includes connection type, date, and status.

MaterialRecord Type

Elevator Permits

Elevator permit records for 488 Empire Boulevard. Data includes permit type, issue date, and status.

TypeIssue DateStatus

Landmark Violations

Landmark preservation violations for 488 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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