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165 Van Buren Street, Brooklyn, NY 11221

4
DOB Complaints
17
311 Housing Calls
20
Housing Violations
5
Permits

Risk Assessment

82
Low Risk

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

Our AI predicts there is a 82% chance of no major maintenance issues.
Augrented Insights Report for 165 Van Buren Street

The 4-story, 20-unit building at 165 Van Buren Street in Bedford-Stuyvesant, owned by David Kramer and constructed in 1931, has experienced ongoing heating and hot water issues throughout 2023-2025, with multiple emergency complaints filed by tenants. The most recent cluster of heat/hot water complaints occurred in January 2025, with several being classified as building-wide problems, while earlier incidents were documented throughout 2024 and 2023. Apartment 4C appears to be particularly affected, with multiple violations pending resolution as of 2024, including issues with heating, hot water supply, and defective smoke/carbon monoxide detectors.

The building has maintained a regular bedbug reporting pattern from 2019-2024, consistently showing zero infested units during annual inspections. In terms of maintenance and safety compliance, the building has undergone various inspections showing generally favorable outcomes in recent rodent inspections (2023-2025), though it failed one rodent inspection in December 2022. There are several DOB violations on record, including an active violation for failure to file the 2022 external low pressure inspection as of April 2023.

The building's construction history includes multiple permits issued between 2018-2020 for various work types, including plumbing and equipment-related projects. Notably, there were construction-related safety violations in 2021 regarding the state of construction fencing along Marcus Garvey Boulevard, though these were subsequently resolved. The property has shown consistent attention to housing maintenance code compliance, with regular inspections and prompt responses to violations, though the recent pattern of heating system complaints suggests ongoing challenges with building systems.

Last updated: July 27, 2025
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165 Van Buren Street Building Overview

Renter Risk Rating

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

Building Characteristics

Total units 20
Year built 1931
Total area 16440 sq ft
Floors 4
Tax Abatements None
Building Class NEW LAW TENEMENT
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Key Building Statistics

4
DOB Complaints
Complaints filed with the Department of Buildings in the last 7 years.
20
Housing Violations
Class B & C housing maintenance code violations.
17
311 Housing Calls
Housing-related 311 service requests in the last 7 years.
0
Work Orders
Repair orders issued by city agencies.
6
ECB Violations
Environmental Control Board violations on record.
0
Evictions
Evictions executed by city marshalls.
4
Rodent Inspections
Rodent inspections conducted by DOHMH.
5
Building Permits
Permits issued by DOB in the last 7 years.

Included Addresses

  • 217 Marcus Garvey Blvd, New York, NY 11221
  • 165 Van Buren St, New York, NY 11221

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165 Van Buren Street 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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165 Van Buren Street 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 165 Van Buren Street. 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
2025-01-072025-01-15Heat/hot Water-Apartment OnlyEmergencyCLOSE
2025-01-082025-01-11Heat/hot Water-Apartment OnlyEmergencyCLOSE
2025-01-092025-01-11Heat/hot Water-Entire BuildingEmergencyCLOSE
2025-01-092025-01-11Heat/hot Water-Entire BuildingEmergencyCLOSE
2024-12-012024-12-04Heat/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 165 Van Buren Street. 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
2024-12-03BOpenNone4C§ 27-2046.1 HMC: REPAIR OR REPLACE THE CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTING DEVICE(S). DEFECTIVE IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 4C, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTHNone
2024-12-03BOpenNone4C§ 27-2045 ADM CODE REPAIR OR REPLACE THE SMOKE DETECTOR DEFECTIVE IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 4C, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTHNone
2024-01-19COpenNone4C§ 27-2029 ADM CODE PROVIDE AN ADEQUATE SUPPLY OF HEAT FOR THE APARTMENT IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 4C, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTHNone
2024-01-19CCloseNone4C§ 27-2031 ADM CODE PROVIDE HOT WATER AT ALL HOT WATER FIXTURES IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 4C, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTHNone
2024-01-19CCloseNoneNone§ 27-2033 ADM CODE PROVIDE READY ACCESS TO BUILDINGS HEATING SYSTEM DOOR LOCKED LEADING TO BASEMENT AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORYNone
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311 Service Requests

Service requests made to 311 for 165 Van Buren Street. Data from NYC 311.

Created DateTypeDescriptionStatusAgencyResolution
2025-01-09 08:56HEAT/HOT WATERENTIRE BUILDINGClosedHPD
2025-01-09 08:20HEAT/HOT WATERENTIRE BUILDINGClosedHPD
2025-01-08 18:41HEAT/HOT WATERAPARTMENT ONLYClosedHPD
2025-01-07 14:38HEAT/HOT WATERAPARTMENT ONLYClosedHPD
2024-12-01 13:26HEAT/HOT WATERAPARTMENT ONLYClosedHPD
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DOB Complaints

Department of Buildings complaints regarding 165 Van Buren Street.

Complaint #FiledStatusCategoryInspection DateDisposition
37803182020-12-15CLOSEDFence – NONE/Inadequate/Illegal2020-12-15Oath Violation Served (2020-12-16)
36789912018-12-11CLOSEDDebris – Excessive2019-02-07No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2019-02-08)
36606142018-08-02CLOSED4F2018-08-02Oath Violation Served (2018-08-02)
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DOB Violations

Department of Buildings violations regarding 165 Van Buren Street.

Date IssuedCategoryDescriptionStatusComments
2023-04-25V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEVIOLATION ISSUED-FAILURE TO FILE 2022 EXTERNAL LOW PRESSURE INSPECTION
2021-05-26V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSEDFAILURE TO CERTIFY CORRECTION ON IMMEDIATELY HAZARDOUS (CLASS 1) ECB VIOLATIONECB DISMISSED2022-03-18
2021-03-17V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSEDFAILURE TO CERTIFY CORRECTION ON IMMEDIATELY HAZARDOUS (CLASS 1) ECB VIOLATIONECB DISMISSED2022-04-15
2019-11-08V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSEDVIOLATION ISSUED FOR FAILURE TO FILE ANNUAL BOILER 2017 INSPECTION REPORTCIANOW CRM Violation Dismissed2022-06-29
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Indoor Environment Complaints (DOHMH)

The table below shows indoor environment complaints received regarding the conditions at 165 Van Buren Street. 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 165 Van Buren Street. 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
2024-12-180002023-11-012024-10-31
2023-12-210002022-11-012023-10-31
2023-04-270002021-11-012022-10-31
2021-12-290002020-11-012021-10-31
2021-04-200002019-11-012020-10-31
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Rodent Inspections

Recent rodent inspection results for 165 Van Buren Street. Data from NYC DOHMH.

DateTypeResult
2025-06-05InitialPassed
2024-12-02InitialPassed
2024-06-03InitialPassed
2023-12-01InitialPassed
2023-05-31InitialPassed
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HPD Litigation Explanation

The table below shows the HPD litigation records for 165 Van Buren Street. The information includes the open date, case type, status, judgement, penalty and whether harassment was found. The data is sourced from HPD.

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Open DateCase TypeStatusJudgementPenaltyHarassment found
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OATH Cases Explanation

The table below shows the Office of Administrative Trials and Hearings cases for 165 Van Buren Street. 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 165 Van Buren Street. Data from ECB.

DateNumberRespondentDescriptionStatusPenaltyBalance Due
2021-06-0735532280ZBEC CONTINUUM HOUSING DEVFAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THE COMMISSIONER'S ORDER CONTAINED IN SUMMONS/VIOLATION#35548121H ISSUED ON 2/22/2021 AND TO FILE A CERTIFICATE OF CORRECTION PURSUANT TO 28-201.1 AND 1RCNY 102-01.FOR FAILURE TO SAFEGUARRESOLVE0.00.0
2021-02-2235548121HBEC CONTINUM HOUSING DEVEFAILURE TO SAFEGUARD ALL PERSONS AND PROPERTY AFFECTED BY CONSTRUCTIONOPERATIONS.AT TIME OF INSPECTION OBSERVED A SECTION OF THE CONSTRUCTION FENCE ALONG MARCUS GARVEY BLVD HAS FALLEN OVER TO SIDEWALK AND CREATRESOLVE0.00.0
2021-02-2235548122JBEC CONTINUM HOUSING DEVEJOBSITE FENCE NOT CONSTRUCTED OR MAINTAINED PURSUANT TO SUBSECTION.OBSERVED CONSTRUCTION FENCE APPROX 50FLONG VAN BUREN ST AND 100FT ALONG MARCUS GARNER BLVD WITH GRAFFITTI ALL OVER.SECTIONS HAVE FALLEN WHILERESOLVE0.00.0
2020-12-1535501546PBEC CONTINUUM HOUSING DEVFAILURE TO SAFEGUARD ALL PERSONS & PROPERTY AFFECTED BY CONSTRUCTION OPERATIONS. AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION,OBSERVED A SECTION OF THE CONSTRUCTION FENCE ON MARCUS GARVEY BLDG HAS FALLENOVER ONTO THE SIDEWALK.RESOLVE0.00.0
2018-08-0235324393ZADVANCED CONSTRUCTION EQUWORK DOES NOT CONFORM TO APPROVED CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS AND/OR APPROVED AMENDMENTS. NOTED AT TIME OF INSPECTION, SIDEWALK SHED IS MISSING 16' HIGH SECTION OF CROSS BRACE(STEEL GIRTS 1 1/2") FROM INNER TO OUTERRESOLVE625.00.0
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Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) Explanation

The table below shows the Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) records for 165 Van Buren Street. 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 165 Van Buren Street. 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 165 Van Buren Street. 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 165 Van Buren Street. Information includes tax class, month, water only flag, amount, and cycle. Data is sourced from NYC Department of Finance.

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Case NumberDateTypeStatusDetails

Sales Records

Sales transactions for 165 Van Buren Street. Data includes sale date, price, buyer, and seller.

DatePriceBuyerSeller

Asbestos Records

Asbestos abatement filings and records for 165 Van Buren Street. 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 165 Van Buren Street. Data includes connection type, date, and status.

MaterialRecord Type

Elevator Permits

Elevator permit records for 165 Van Buren Street. Data includes permit type, issue date, and status.

TypeIssue DateStatus

Landmark Violations

Landmark preservation violations for 165 Van Buren Street. 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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