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1661 St Johns Place, Brooklyn, NY 11233

5
DOB Complaints
458
311 Housing Calls
435
Housing Violations
0
Permits

Risk Assessment

13
High Risk

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

Our AI predicts there is a 13% chance of no major maintenance issues.
Augrented Insights Report for 1661 St Johns Place

1661 St Johns Place is a 40-unit, 4-story New Law tenement building constructed in 1910, currently owned by Yon Kowitz, located in Crown Heights. The building has experienced numerous maintenance and safety issues in recent years, with the most pressing being a food spoilage situation currently under investigation by the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene as of June 2025. In 2025 alone, multiple violations have been documented including problems with doors, windows, wall conditions, flooring, and plumbing systems, with some violations classified as immediate emergencies (water supply issues and a power outage in June 2025).

The building has faced persistent pest control challenges, with multiple rodent activity reports between 2024-2025 prompting repeated bait application efforts. Significant violations were identified during a December 2024 inspection of apartment 4B, including water leak issues, missing smoke detector, and deteriorating plaster/paint conditions, while apartment 4C had violations related to lead paint hazards and pest infestations. Historical complaint records show concerns with structural stability, illegal conversions, and occupancy issues, though many of these complaints were either closed without violation or referred to other departments.

The building's maintenance history shows regular inspections and violations for various housing maintenance code requirements, including paint/ plaster issues, plumbing problems, and violations related to floor conditions. While there have been no documented bedbug infestations in the past five reporting periods (2020-2025), the building's overall conditions suggest ongoing maintenance challenges. The property has also experienced delays in compliance with certain safety inspection requirements, as evidenced by violations for failing to file external low-pressure inspections in 2022 and 2023, though these violations were subsequently dismissed.

Last updated: July 27, 2025
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1661 St Johns Place Building Overview

Renter Risk Rating

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

Building Characteristics

Total units 40
Year built 1910
Total area 39600 sq ft
Floors 4
Tax Abatements None
Building Class NEW LAW TENEMENT
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Key Building Statistics

5
DOB Complaints
Complaints filed with the Department of Buildings in the last 7 years.
435
Housing Violations
Class B & C housing maintenance code violations.
458
311 Housing Calls
Housing-related 311 service requests in the last 7 years.
14
Work Orders
Repair orders issued by city agencies.
1
ECB Violations
Environmental Control Board violations on record.
6
Evictions
Evictions executed by city marshalls.
15
Rodent Inspections
Rodent inspections conducted by DOHMH.
0
Building Permits
Permits issued by DOB in the last 7 years.

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1661 St Johns Place 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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1661 St Johns 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 1661 St Johns 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
2025-04-282025-07-06Paint/plaster-WallNon EmergencyCLOSE
2025-04-282025-07-06Paint/plaster-WallNon EmergencyCLOSE
2025-06-242025-06-30Flooring/stairs-FloorNon EmergencyCLOSE
2025-06-242025-06-30Door/window-Window FrameNon EmergencyCLOSE
2025-06-242025-06-30Paint/plaster-WallNon EmergencyCLOSE
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Housing Maintenance Code Violations

This table shows violations of the NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) issued by HPD for 1661 St Johns 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
2024-12-21BOpenNone4B§ 27-2026, 2027 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR THE SOURCE AND ABATE THE EVIDENCE OF A WATER LEAK AT CEILING IN THE 3rd ROOM FROM EAST AT NORTH LOCATED AT APT 4B, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST2025-02-18T00:00:00.000Z
2024-12-21BOpenNone4B§ 27-2045 ADM CODE REPAIR OR REPLACE THE SMOKE DETECTOR MISSING IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 4B, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST2025-02-18T00:00:00.000Z
2024-12-21CCloseNone4B§ 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR AT CEILING IN THE 3rd ROOM FROM EAST AT NORTH LOCATED AT APT 4B, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST2025-01-03T00:00:00.000Z
2024-12-03CCloseNone4CHMC ADM CODE: § 27-2017.4 ABATE THE INFESTATION CONSISTING OF MICE IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 4C, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST2025-01-03T00:00:00.000Z
2024-12-03CCloseNone4CHMC ADM CODE: § 27-2017.4 ABATE THE INFESTATION CONSISTING OF ROACHES IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 4C, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST2025-01-03T00:00:00.000Z
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311 Service Requests

Service requests made to 311 for 1661 St Johns Place. Data from NYC 311.

Created DateTypeDescriptionStatusAgencyResolution
2025-06-18 14:41Food EstablishmentFood SpoiledIn ProgressDOHMH
2025-05-09 17:13DOOR/WINDOWDOORClosedHPD
2025-04-28 05:45PAINT/PLASTERWALLClosedHPD
2025-04-28 05:45PAINT/PLASTERWALLClosedHPD
2025-03-31 12:36GENERALCABINETClosedHPD
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DOB Complaints

Department of Buildings complaints regarding 1661 St Johns Place.

Complaint #FiledStatusCategoryInspection DateDisposition
38280522022-01-14CLOSEDIllegal Conversion2022-06-02Inspector Unable To Gain Access – 2nd Final Attempt (2022-06-02)
37437762020-02-21CLOSEDCertificate of Occupancy – None/ILLEGAL/Contrary to CO2020-04-22Complaint Referred To Housing Preservation And Development (hpd) (2020-04-23)
37380162020-01-10CLOSEDBuilding Shaking/Vibrating/Struct Stability Affected2020-01-11No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2020-01-12)
37040872019-05-28CLOSEDWall/Retaining Wall – Bulging/Cracked2019-06-17No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2019-06-17)
36642592018-08-23CLOSEDBuilding Shaking/Vibrating/Struct Stability Affected2018-08-23Oath Violation Served (2018-08-23)
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DOB Violations

Department of Buildings violations regarding 1661 St Johns Place.

Date IssuedCategoryDescriptionStatusComments
2024-09-23V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSEDVIOLATION ISSUED-FAILURE TO FILE 2023 EXTERNAL LOW PRESSURE INSPECTIONCIANOW CRM Violation Dismissed2025-02-25
2023-04-25V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSEDVIOLATION ISSUED-FAILURE TO FILE 2022 EXTERNAL LOW PRESSURE INSPECTIONCIANOW CRM Violation Dismissed2025-02-25
2021-12-01V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSEDFAILURE TO DISPLAY ENERGY EFFICIENCY SCORE AND ENERGY EFFICIENCY GRADE AS PER ADCODE SEC. 28-309.12.3CIANOW CRM Violation Dismissed2025-02-25
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Indoor Environment Complaints (DOHMH)

The table below shows indoor environment complaints received regarding the conditions at 1661 St Johns Place. 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 1661 St Johns 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
2025-04-030002023-11-012024-10-31
2023-12-280002022-11-012023-10-31
2023-03-310002021-11-012022-10-31
2021-12-290002020-11-012021-10-31
2021-04-140002019-11-012020-10-31
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Rodent Inspections

Recent rodent inspection results for 1661 St Johns Place. Data from NYC DOHMH.

DateTypeResult
2025-07-07BAITBait applied
2025-06-10ComplianceRat Activity
2025-04-15ComplianceRat Activity
2025-03-20InitialFailed for Other R
2025-02-25BAITBait applied
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HPD Litigation Explanation

The table below shows the HPD litigation records for 1661 St Johns 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 1661 St Johns 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 1661 St Johns Place. Data from ECB.

DateNumberRespondentDescriptionStatusPenaltyBalance Due
2018-08-2335355150XST JOHNS USA LLCFAILURE TO MAINTAIN BUILDING IN CODE-COMPLIANT MANNER. NOTED: EVIDENCE OF A CONCEALED WATER LEAK THAT IS CAUSING DAMAGE TO WALLS AND CEILING IN APARTMENT 3B KITCHEN. WALL CABINETS HAS FELL OFF THE WALL AND PLASRESOLVE625.0625.0
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Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) Explanation

The table below shows the Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) records for 1661 St Johns 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 1661 St Johns 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 1661 St Johns 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

The table below shows tax and water liens for 1661 St Johns Place. Information includes tax class, month, water only flag, amount, and cycle. Data is sourced from NYC Department of Finance.

Source: NYC Department of Finance
Tax ClassMonthWater OnlyAmountCycle
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Case NumberDateTypeStatusDetails

Sales Records

Sales transactions for 1661 St Johns Place. Data includes sale date, price, buyer, and seller.

DatePriceBuyerSeller

Asbestos Records

Asbestos abatement filings and records for 1661 St Johns 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 1661 St Johns Place. Data includes connection type, date, and status.

MaterialRecord Type

Elevator Permits

Elevator permit records for 1661 St Johns Place. Data includes permit type, issue date, and status.

TypeIssue DateStatus

Landmark Violations

Landmark preservation violations for 1661 St Johns 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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