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685 Jefferson Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11221

2
DOB Complaints
39
311 Housing Calls
47
Housing Violations
0
Permits

Risk Assessment

81
Low Risk

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

Our AI predicts there is a 81% chance of no major maintenance issues.
Augrented Insights Report for 685 Jefferson Avenue

The 8-unit, 4-story New Law Tenement building at 685 Jefferson Avenue in Bedford-Stuyvesant, owned by Rick Lewis, has experienced several maintenance and safety issues in recent years. Most notably, there are currently open violations from September 2024 related to self-closing doors in the cellar that require repairs, and a mouse infestation documented in apartment 3R. The building has also faced multiple maintenance challenges throughout 2024-2025, with numerous 311 complaints and Housing Maintenance Code complaints covering problems with plumbing (specifically sink/basin issues), door/window maintenance, ventilation systems, flooring, and paint/plasterwork.

While several complaints were investigated by the Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) without violations being issued, they reflect ongoing maintenance concerns. The building's history shows persistent issues with building systems, including an active Department of Buildings violation from June 2023 related to failure to file an external low-pressure inspection. Rodent activity has been documented in recent inspections (July and June 2024), following a period of successful pest control in previous years.

The property has been regularly inspected for bedbugs, with reports from 2023 and 2024 showing no infestation issues. While some historical complaints regarding illegal conversions were filed in December 2021, these were either closed without violation or resulted in denied access during inspection attempts. The building's maintenance history suggests a mix of resolved and ongoing issues requiring attention, with a particular focus on building systems and interior maintenance.

Last updated: July 27, 2025
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685 Jefferson Avenue Building Overview

Renter Risk Rating

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

Building Characteristics

Total units 8
Year built 1910
Total area 8500 sq ft
Floors 4
Tax Abatements None
Building Class NEW LAW TENEMENT
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Key Building Statistics

2
DOB Complaints
Complaints filed with the Department of Buildings in the last 7 years.
47
Housing Violations
Class B & C housing maintenance code violations.
39
311 Housing Calls
Housing-related 311 service requests in the last 7 years.
3
Work Orders
Repair orders issued by city agencies.
0
ECB Violations
Environmental Control Board violations on record.
0
Evictions
Evictions executed by city marshalls.
2
Rodent Inspections
Rodent inspections conducted by DOHMH.
0
Building Permits
Permits issued by DOB in the last 7 years.

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685 Jefferson Avenue Landlord Information

HPD Registration Contacts

Contact data is from NYC HPD building registration.

RoleNameAddress

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Landlord Court Records

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685 Jefferson Avenue Rent Control Status

Year Built
Built before 1974
Units
More 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 685 Jefferson 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
2024-12-052025-05-06Door/window-DoorEmergencyCLOSE
2024-12-232025-05-06Door/window-Window FrameEmergencyCLOSE
2024-12-262025-05-06Door/window-Window FrameEmergencyCLOSE
2024-12-262025-05-06Door/window-DoorEmergencyCLOSE
2024-12-232025-05-06Flooring/stairs-FloorNon EmergencyCLOSE
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Housing Maintenance Code Violations

This table shows violations of the NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) issued by HPD for 685 Jefferson 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
2024-09-18COpenNoneNone§ 27-2005, 27-2007, 27-2041.1 HMC, §238, § 309; § 107 (2) ( C) MDL AND 28 RCNY §25-171: REPLACE OR REPAIR THE SELF-CLOSING DOORS THAT IS MISSING OR DEFECTIVE HINGES AT DOOR BOTTOM OF STAIRS AT CELLARNone
2024-09-18BOpenNone3R7§ 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE COUNTER BALANCE AT LOWER SASH 2ND WINDOW FROM EAST IN THE 4th ROOM FROM NORTH LOCATED AT APT 3R7, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EASTNone
2024-09-18BOpenNone4L§ 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE COUNTER BALANCE AT LOWER SASH 2ND WINDOW FROM EAST IN THE 4th ROOM FROM NORTH LOCATED AT APT 4L, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EASTNone
2024-09-18BOpenNone4L§ 27-2045 ADM CODE REPAIR OR REPLACE THE SMOKE DETECTOR DEFECTIVE IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 4L, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EASTNone
2024-09-18BOpenNone4L§ 27-2046.1 HMC: REPAIR OR REPLACE THE CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTING DEVICE(S). DEFECTIVE IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 4L, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EASTNone
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311 Service Requests

Service requests made to 311 for 685 Jefferson Avenue. Data from NYC 311.

Created DateTypeDescriptionStatusAgencyResolution
2025-02-12 12:01PLUMBINGBASIN/SINKClosedHPD
2024-12-26 15:42DOOR/WINDOWWINDOW FRAMEClosedHPD
2024-12-26 15:42PLUMBINGBASIN/SINKClosedHPD
2024-12-26 15:42GENERALVENTILATION SYSTEMClosedHPD
2024-12-26 15:42FLOORING/STAIRSFLOORClosedHPD
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DOB Complaints

Department of Buildings complaints regarding 685 Jefferson Avenue.

Complaint #FiledStatusCategoryInspection DateDisposition
38241112021-12-06CLOSEDIllegal Conversion2022-03-18No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2022-03-18)
38241102021-12-06CLOSEDIllegal Conversion2022-03-18Access Denied – 2nd Attempt (2022-03-18)
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DOB Violations

Department of Buildings violations regarding 685 Jefferson Avenue.

Date IssuedCategoryDescriptionStatusComments
2023-06-30V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEVIOLATION ISSUED-FAILURE TO FILE 2020 EXTERNAL LOW PRESSURE INSPECTION
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Indoor Environment Complaints (DOHMH)

The table below shows indoor environment complaints received regarding the conditions at 685 Jefferson 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 685 Jefferson 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
2024-04-190002022-11-012023-10-31
2023-02-270002021-11-012022-10-31
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Rodent Inspections

Recent rodent inspection results for 685 Jefferson Avenue. Data from NYC DOHMH.

DateTypeResult
2025-07-28CompliancePassed
2024-11-07BAITBait applied
2024-10-31BAITBait applied
2024-07-24ComplianceRat Activity
2024-06-27InitialRat Activity
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HPD Litigation Explanation

The table below shows the HPD litigation records for 685 Jefferson 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 685 Jefferson 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 685 Jefferson 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 685 Jefferson 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 685 Jefferson 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 685 Jefferson 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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Sales Records

Sales transactions for 685 Jefferson Avenue. Data includes sale date, price, buyer, and seller.

DatePriceBuyerSeller

Asbestos Records

Asbestos abatement filings and records for 685 Jefferson 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 685 Jefferson Avenue. Data includes connection type, date, and status.

MaterialRecord Type

Elevator Permits

Elevator permit records for 685 Jefferson Avenue. Data includes permit type, issue date, and status.

TypeIssue DateStatus

Landmark Violations

Landmark preservation violations for 685 Jefferson 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.

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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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