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853 Empire Boulevard, Brooklyn, NY 11213

15
DOB Complaints
349
311 Housing Calls
198
Housing Violations
1
Permits

Risk Assessment

20
High Risk

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

Our AI predicts there is a 20% chance of no major maintenance issues.
Augrented Insights Report for 853 Empire Boulevard

853 Empire Boulevard is a 6-story, 101-unit residential building constructed in 1931 and currently owned by Alex Wagman. The building has experienced significant maintenance challenges in recent months, particularly regarding mold and pest infestations. Between May and June 2025, there were multiple complaints about unsanitary conditions including mold and pests, with HPD inspections confirming violations in at least one instance.

The building has also faced several infrastructure issues, including a heat and hot water outage in May 2025, plumbing problems (bathroom and water supply) that HPD was unable to inspect, and various appliance-related issues. The property has a documented history of bedbug infestations, with the most recent report from December 2024 indicating one infested unit, though previous years showed higher counts including periods of multiple infestations between 2018-2021. Pest control and sanitation remains a recurring theme, as evidenced by inspections showing rat activity in 2024, though recent inspections in 2025 resulted in "Passed" ratings.

The building's elevator systems have also been a source of concern, with multiple complaints recorded between 2022-2024 regarding multiple devices and lack of alternate service, though inspections typically found no violations at the time. Environmental control board violations in 2018 suggested prior issues with compliance and repairs, including penalties related to door zone restrictor alterations and work without proper permits. Recent housing maintenance code violations from December 2024 indicated problems with pests, ventilation, and water leaks in apartment D2, though most earlier violations from 2019-2021 have been resolved. The building's most recent rodent inspections in 2025 showed compliance, marking a shift from previous rat activity findings in 2024.

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

Renter Risk Rating

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

Building Characteristics

Total units 101
Year built 1931
Total area 100600 sq ft
Floors 6
Tax Abatements None
Building Class HEREAFTER ERECTED CLASS A
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Key Building Statistics

15
DOB Complaints
Complaints filed with the Department of Buildings in the last 7 years.
198
Housing Violations
Class B & C housing maintenance code violations.
349
311 Housing Calls
Housing-related 311 service requests in the last 7 years.
9
Work Orders
Repair orders issued by city agencies.
3
ECB Violations
Environmental Control Board violations on record.
0
Evictions
Evictions executed by city marshalls.
12
Rodent Inspections
Rodent inspections conducted by DOHMH.
1
Building Permits
Permits issued by DOB in the last 7 years.

Included Addresses

  • 853 Empire Blvd, New York, NY 11213
  • 855 Empire Blvd, New York, NY 11213
  • 857 Empire Blvd, New York, NY 11213
  • 859 Empire Blvd, New York, NY 11213
  • 861 Empire Blvd, New York, NY 11213
  • 863 Empire Blvd, New York, NY 11213
  • 865 Empire Blvd, New York, NY 11213
  • 867 Empire Blvd, New York, NY 11213
  • 869 Empire Blvd, New York, NY 11213
  • 871 Empire Blvd, New York, NY 11213
  • 873 Lefferts Ave, New York, NY 11213

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853 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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Date FiledCase TitleCourtLink
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853 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 853 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
2025-06-112025-06-15Unsanitary Condition-MoldEmergencyCLOSE
2025-06-112025-06-15Unsanitary Condition-PestsNon EmergencyCLOSE
2025-06-112025-06-15Appliance-Electric/gas RangeNon EmergencyCLOSE
2025-06-112025-06-15Flooring/stairs-FloorNon EmergencyCLOSE
2025-05-292025-06-03Unsanitary Condition-MoldEmergencyCLOSE
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Housing Maintenance Code Violations

This table shows violations of the NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) issued by HPD for 853 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
2024-12-17CCloseNoneD2HMC ADM CODE: § 27-2017.4 ABATE THE INFESTATION CONSISTING OF ROACHES IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT D2, 4th STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST2024-12-27T00:00:00.000Z
2024-12-17CCloseNoneD2HMC ADM CODE: § 27-2017.4 ABATE THE INFESTATION CONSISTING OF MICE IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT D2, 4th STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST2024-12-27T00:00:00.000Z
2024-12-17BCloseNoneD2§ 27-2045 ADM CODE REPAIR OR REPLACE THE SMOKE DETECTOR DEFECTIVE IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT D2, 4th STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST2025-01-07T00:00:00.000Z
2024-12-17BCloseNoneD2§ 27-2046.1 HMC: REPAIR OR REPLACE THE CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTING DEVICE(S). DEFECTIVE IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT D2, 4th STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST2025-01-07T00:00:00.000Z
2024-12-05CCloseNoneD2§ 27-2026, 2027 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR THE SOURCE AND ABATE THE EVIDENCE OF A WATER LEAK AT CEILING IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT D2, 4th STORY, 3rd APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST , SECTION ''EAST''2024-12-18T00:00:00.000Z
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311 Service Requests

Service requests made to 311 for 853 Empire Boulevard. Data from NYC 311.

Created DateTypeDescriptionStatusAgencyResolution
2025-06-11 23:36UNSANITARY CONDITIONMOLDClosedHPD
2025-06-11 23:36UNSANITARY CONDITIONPESTSClosedHPD
2025-06-11 23:36APPLIANCEELECTRIC/GAS RANGEClosedHPD
2025-06-11 23:36FLOORING/STAIRSFLOORClosedHPD
2025-05-29 09:55UNSANITARY CONDITIONMOLDClosedHPD
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DOB Complaints

Department of Buildings complaints regarding 853 Empire Boulevard.

Complaint #FiledStatusCategoryInspection DateDisposition
39847962024-11-19CLOSEDElevator: Multiple Devices on Property2025-03-17Oath Violation Served (2025-03-17)
39709622024-08-01CLOSEDWork Without a Permit – Occupied Multiple Dwelling2024-08-02Inspector Unable To Gain Access – 2nd Final Attempt (2024-08-02)
39709662024-08-01CLOSEDWork Without a Permit – Occupied Multiple Dwelling2024-08-02Inspector Unable To Gain Access – 2nd Final Attempt (2024-08-02)
39208112023-07-31CLOSEDElevator: Multiple Devices on Property2023-08-10No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2023-08-10)
39033552023-05-02CLOSEDElevator: Multiple Devices on Property2023-06-29No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2023-06-29)
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DOB Violations

Department of Buildings violations regarding 853 Empire Boulevard.

Date IssuedCategoryDescriptionStatusComments
2021-12-17V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEFAILURE TO PERFORM CATEGORY 5 INSPECTION
2021-12-17V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEFAILURE TO PERFORM CATEGORY 5 INSPECTION
2020-03-18V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVE
2020-03-18V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVE
2020-02-19V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSEDFAILURE TO CERTIFY CORRECTION ON IMMEDIATELY HAZARDOUS (CLASS 1) ECB VIOLATION000810 PAID INVOICE 904514542021-06-29
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Indoor Environment Complaints (DOHMH)

The table below shows indoor environment complaints received regarding the conditions at 853 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 853 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
2024-12-191102023-11-012024-10-31
2023-12-140002022-11-012023-10-31
2022-12-023302021-11-012022-10-31
2021-12-237702020-11-012021-10-31
2020-12-025522019-11-012020-10-31
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Rodent Inspections

Recent rodent inspection results for 853 Empire Boulevard. Data from NYC DOHMH.

DateTypeResult
2025-03-05InitialPassed
2024-10-05CompliancePassed
2024-05-12ComplianceRat Activity
2024-03-12InitialRat Activity
2022-09-26InitialPassed
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HPD Litigation Explanation

The table below shows the HPD litigation records for 853 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 853 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 853 Empire Boulevard. Data from ECB.

DateNumberRespondentDescriptionStatusPenaltyBalance Due
2019-11-2039013160P853 EMPIRE BLVD ASSOCIATEDOOR ZONE RESTRICTOR HAS BEEN ALTERED. REPAIR DOOR ZONE RESTRICTOR.RESOLVE3125.00.0
2018-03-1735325834J853 EMPIRE BLVD ASSOCIATEFAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THE COMMISSIONER'S ORDER CONTAINED IN SUMMONS/VIOLATION #35287205M ISSUED ON 07/29/17 & TO FILE A CERTIFICATE OF CORRECTION PURSUANT TO 28-201.1 & 1RCNY 102-01.WORK WITHOUT PERMIT.NOTE @RESOLVE1250.00.0
2018-02-0235283637H853 EMPIRE BLVD ASSOCFAILURE TO COMPLY W/THE COMM'S ORDER CONTAINED IN SUMMONS/VIO#35287222Y ISSUED ON 07/29/17 & TO FILE A C OF C PURSUANT TO 28-201.1 & 1RCNY 102-01. NO COMPLIANCE RECORDED. REMEDY: COMPLY W/COMM'S ORDER &/OR FILERESOLVE2000.00.0
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Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) Explanation

The table below shows the Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) records for 853 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)
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Vacate Orders Explanation

The table below shows the vacate orders for 853 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 853 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 853 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 853 Empire Boulevard. Data includes sale date, price, buyer, and seller.

DatePriceBuyerSeller

Asbestos Records

Asbestos abatement filings and records for 853 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.

TypeIssue DateExpiration
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Water Connections

Water connection permits and records for 853 Empire Boulevard. Data includes connection type, date, and status.

MaterialRecord Type

Elevator Permits

Elevator permit records for 853 Empire Boulevard. Data includes permit type, issue date, and status.

TypeIssue DateStatus

Landmark Violations

Landmark preservation violations for 853 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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