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42 Howard Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11221

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DOB Complaints
10
311 Housing Calls
19
Housing Violations
0
Permits

Risk Assessment

95
Low Risk

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

Our AI predicts there is a 95% chance of no major maintenance issues.
Augrented Insights Report for 42 Howard Avenue

42 Howard Avenue is a 3-story, 6-unit old law tenement located in Bedford-Stuyvesant, built in 1905 and currently owned by Shmaryahu Baumgarten. The building has experienced recurring heating and hot water issues in 2025, with multiple emergency complaints received in March 2025, including one that affected the entire building and resulted in HPD violations. These heating problems follow a pattern of similar complaints in previous months, with reports spanning from January to March 2025, suggesting ongoing maintenance challenges in this critical area. The building has faced several significant health and safety concerns over the past few years.

There have been multiple reports of unsanitary conditions, including garbage/recycling storage issues and pest infestations in 2024-2025. Rodent activity has been a persistent problem, with inspections in 2022-2025 showing rat activity, though some subsequent compliance inspections resulted in passing status. The property has also faced various violations related to safety systems in 2021, particularly concerning Apartment 3R, including issues with self-closing doors, smoke detectors, and carbon monoxide detectors, though records indicate these violations were ultimately closed. Notably, the building's bedbug reporting records (2019-2024) show consistent reporting periods with zero infested units, suggesting effective management of this particular issue.

The building's violation history indicates attention to basic maintenance requirements, with several violations related to essential services and safety systems. In 2021, there were multiple Class C violations including inadequate notice to tenants regarding service interruptions and issues with kitchen gas supply in Apartment 3R. While many violations have been resolved, as of 2024 there was an open violation regarding a sealed roof hatch in the public hall. The property has consistently filed required reports, including periodic bedbug reports showing no infestations, though there were three bedbug-related violations issued between 2021 and 2024 regarding late filings.

Last updated: July 27, 2025
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42 Howard Avenue Building Overview

Renter Risk Rating

This building is in the riskiest 10% of buildings in Bedford-Stuyvesant.

Building Characteristics

Total units 6
Year built 1905
Total area 4032 sq ft
Floors 3
Tax Abatements None
Building Class OLD 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.
19
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.
4
Rodent Inspections
Rodent inspections conducted by DOHMH.
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Building Permits
Permits issued by DOB in the last 7 years.

Included Addresses

  • 42 Howard Ave, New York, NY 11221
  • 1024 Garage Putnam Ave, New York, NY 11221

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42 Howard Avenue 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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42 Howard Avenue 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 42 Howard Avenue. 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
2025-03-152025-03-20Heat/hot Water-Entire BuildingEmergencyCLOSE
2025-03-022025-03-04Heat/hot Water-Apartment OnlyEmergencyCLOSE
2025-03-022025-03-03Heat/hot Water-Apartment OnlyEmergencyCLOSE
2025-01-102025-01-14Heat/hot Water-Apartment OnlyEmergencyCLOSE
2024-09-232024-10-15Unsanitary Condition-Garbage/recycling StorageNon EmergencyCLOSE
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Housing Maintenance Code Violations

This table shows violations of the NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) issued by HPD for 42 Howard Avenue. 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
2024-04-10ACloseNoneNone(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
2023-03-23ACloseNoneNone(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
2022-02-25ACloseNoneNone(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
2021-08-18BCloseNone3R§ 27-2045 ADM CODE REPAIR OR REPLACE THE SMOKE DETECTOR DEFECTIVE LOCATED AT APT 3R, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH2024-09-13T00:00:00.000Z
2021-08-18CCloseNoneNone§27-2005 (E) HMC: PROVIDE WRITTEN NOTICE TO THE TENANTS AT LEAST TWENTY-FOUR HOURS PRIOR TO ESSENTIAL SERVICE INTERRUPTION BY POSTING A NOTICE IN A PROMINENT PLACE WITHIN THE PUBLIC PART OF THE BUILDING AND ON EACH FLOOR OF SUCH BUILDING, WHERE AN OWNER MUST MAKE A REPAIR THAT MAY RESULT IN AN INTERRUPTION OF ESSENTIAL SERVICES SUCH AS UTILITIES(HEAT, HOT WATER, GAS, ELECTRICITY, OR ELEVATOR) THAT IS EXPECTED TO CONTINUE FOR MORE THAN TWO HOURS. SAMPLE NOTICE AVAILABLE AT WWW.NYC.GOV/HPD OR AS PROVIDED IN THIS NOTICE OF VIOLATION. NO ESSENTIAL GAS SERVICES TO ENTIRE BUILDING2024-09-13T00:00:00.000Z
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311 Service Requests

Service requests made to 311 for 42 Howard Avenue. Data from NYC 311.

Created DateTypeDescriptionStatusAgencyResolution
2025-03-15 12:02HEAT/HOT WATERENTIRE BUILDINGClosedHPD
2025-03-02 15:58HEAT/HOT WATERAPARTMENT ONLYClosedHPD
2025-03-02 09:16HEAT/HOT WATERAPARTMENT ONLYClosedHPD
2025-01-10 12:46HEAT/HOT WATERAPARTMENT ONLYClosedHPD
2024-09-23 11:08UNSANITARY CONDITIONGARBAGE/RECYCLING STORAGEClosedHPD
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DOB Complaints

Department of Buildings complaints regarding 42 Howard Avenue.

Complaint #FiledStatusCategoryInspection DateDisposition
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DOB Violations

Department of Buildings violations regarding 42 Howard Avenue.

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Indoor Environment Complaints (DOHMH)

The table below shows indoor environment complaints received regarding the conditions at 42 Howard Avenue. 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 42 Howard Avenue. 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
2024-06-060002022-11-012023-10-31
2023-06-220002021-11-012022-10-31
2022-03-030002020-11-012021-10-31
2021-07-270002019-11-012020-10-31
2020-02-050002018-11-012019-10-31
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Rodent Inspections

Recent rodent inspection results for 42 Howard Avenue. Data from NYC DOHMH.

DateTypeResult
2025-08-07CompliancePassed
2025-06-03InitialRat Activity
2024-05-24InitialRat Activity
2024-04-15CompliancePassed
2024-02-12InitialRat Activity
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HPD Litigation Explanation

The table below shows the HPD litigation records for 42 Howard Avenue. 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 42 Howard Avenue. 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 42 Howard Avenue. 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 42 Howard Avenue. 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 42 Howard Avenue. 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 42 Howard Avenue. 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
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Case NumberDateTypeStatusDetails

Sales Records

Sales transactions for 42 Howard Avenue. Data includes sale date, price, buyer, and seller.

DatePriceBuyerSeller

Asbestos Records

Asbestos abatement filings and records for 42 Howard Avenue. 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 42 Howard Avenue. Data includes connection type, date, and status.

MaterialRecord Type

Elevator Permits

Elevator permit records for 42 Howard Avenue. Data includes permit type, issue date, and status.

TypeIssue DateStatus

Landmark Violations

Landmark preservation violations for 42 Howard Avenue. 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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