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159 Ellery Street, Brooklyn, NY 11206

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DOB Complaints
17
311 Housing Calls
34
Housing Violations
1
Permits

Risk Assessment

96
Low Risk

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

Our AI predicts there is a 96% chance of no major maintenance issues.
Augrented Insights Report for 159 Ellery Street

The 5-story, 29-unit New Law Tenement building at 159 Ellery Street in Bedford-Stuyvesant, owned by Jacob Haas, has experienced several significant maintenance issues over the past few years. Most notably, in 2024, there were multiple pest-related complaints, including two unsanitary condition reports in April 2024, one of which resulted in violations. Apartment 6 has had particular maintenance challenges, with violations issued in 2024 related to carbon monoxide detection, smoke detection, electrical wiring, and bathroom ceiling maintenance.

The building has also faced recurring water-related issues, with multiple water leak complaints between 2021-2024, and there are currently active violations regarding the failure to file external low-pressure inspections for several years between 2018-2024. Recent building history shows a mix of resolved and ongoing issues. In 2024, inspections identified problems with fire escape access due to tree branches and flower pots, as well as concerns with door self-closing mechanisms.

The building has passed pest inspections in 2025, maintaining a record of zero bedbug infestations across all reporting periods since 2020. Rodent inspections have shown variable results, with rat activity recorded in 2019 and 2025, though the building passed inspections in 2024 and 2022. While some maintenance issues have been addressed through violations and repairs, the pattern of complaints suggests ongoing concerns with building maintenance, particularly regarding water systems, pest control, and safety equipment.

Last updated: July 27, 2025
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159 Ellery Street Building Overview

Renter Risk Rating

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

Building Characteristics

Total units 29
Year built 1910
Total area 21500 sq ft
Floors 5
Tax Abatements None
Building Class NEW 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.
34
Housing Violations
Class B & C housing maintenance code violations.
17
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.
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Rodent Inspections
Rodent inspections conducted by DOHMH.
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Building Permits
Permits issued by DOB in the last 7 years.

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159 Ellery Street 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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159 Ellery 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 159 Ellery 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
2024-04-062024-09-06Paint/plaster-CeilingEmergencyCLOSE
2024-04-222024-04-26Unsanitary Condition-PestsEmergencyCLOSE
2024-04-222024-04-26Unsanitary Condition-PestsNon EmergencyCLOSE
2022-06-272022-07-02Unsanitary Condition-PestsNon EmergencyCLOSE
2022-03-152022-03-17Door/window-DoorEmergencyCLOSE
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Housing Maintenance Code Violations

This table shows violations of the NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) issued by HPD for 159 Ellery 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
2024-08-21BCloseNoneNone§ 27-2005, 2007 ADM CODE AND DEPT. RULES AND REGULATIONS. REMOVE THE ENCUMBRANCE OBSTRUCTING EGRESS FROM FIRE ESCAPES TREE BRANCHES AT 2ND AND 3RD STORY BALCONY AT SOUTH SIDE OF BUILDING2024-09-04T00:00:00.000Z
2024-08-21CCloseNoneNone§ 27-2005, 2007 ADM CODE REMOVE DEVICE PREVENTING DOOR FROM BEING SELF-CLOSING KICK STAND AT VESTIBULE DOOR AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORY2024-09-04T00:00:00.000Z
2024-04-23BCloseNoneNone§ 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE CERAMIC FLOOR TILES AT PUBLIC HALL, 2nd STORY2024-06-09T00:00:00.000Z
2024-04-23ACloseNone6§ 27-2005, 2006, 2037 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR AND ABATE UNSAFE ELECTRIC WIRING CONDITION CONSISTING OF ELECTRICAL LIGHT FIXTURE AT CEILING IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 6, 2nd STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST2024-06-09T00:00:00.000Z
2024-04-23BCloseNone6§ 27-2046.1 HMC: REPAIR OR REPLACE THE CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTING DEVICE(S). DEFECTIVE IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 6, 2nd STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST2024-06-09T00:00:00.000Z
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311 Service Requests

Service requests made to 311 for 159 Ellery Street. Data from NYC 311.

Created DateTypeDescriptionStatusAgencyResolution
2024-04-22 08:48UNSANITARY CONDITIONPESTSClosedHPD
2024-04-22 08:48UNSANITARY CONDITIONPESTSClosedHPD
2024-04-06 11:38PAINT/PLASTERCEILINGClosedHPD
2022-06-27 02:55UNSANITARY CONDITIONPESTSClosedHPD
2022-03-15 11:01DOOR/WINDOWDOORClosedHPD
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DOB Complaints

Department of Buildings complaints regarding 159 Ellery Street.

Complaint #FiledStatusCategoryInspection DateDisposition
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DOB Violations

Department of Buildings violations regarding 159 Ellery Street.

Date IssuedCategoryDescriptionStatusComments
2024-09-23V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEVIOLATION ISSUED-FAILURE TO FILE 2023 EXTERNAL LOW PRESSURE INSPECTION
2024-09-23V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEVIOLATION ISSUED-FAILURE TO FILE 2023 EXTERNAL LOW PRESSURE INSPECTION
2023-06-30V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEVIOLATION ISSUED-FAILURE TO FILE 2020 EXTERNAL LOW PRESSURE INSPECTION
2023-06-30V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEVIOLATION ISSUED-FAILURE TO FILE 2020 EXTERNAL LOW PRESSURE INSPECTION
2023-06-30V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEVIOLATION ISSUED-FAILURE TO FILE 2021 EXTERNAL LOW PRESSURE INSPECTION
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Indoor Environment Complaints (DOHMH)

The table below shows indoor environment complaints received regarding the conditions at 159 Ellery Street. 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 159 Ellery 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
2025-06-170002023-11-012024-10-31
2024-04-110002022-11-012023-10-31
2023-11-300002021-11-012022-10-31
2022-12-070002021-11-012022-10-31
2022-06-030002020-11-012021-10-31
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Rodent Inspections

Recent rodent inspection results for 159 Ellery Street. Data from NYC DOHMH.

DateTypeResult
2025-07-18InitialRat Activity
2024-07-15InitialPassed
2022-12-06InitialPassed
2019-06-09CompliancePassed
2019-05-10InitialRat Activity
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HPD Litigation Explanation

The table below shows the HPD litigation records for 159 Ellery Street. 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 159 Ellery 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 159 Ellery Street. 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 159 Ellery 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 159 Ellery 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 159 Ellery 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 159 Ellery Street. 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 159 Ellery Street. Data includes sale date, price, buyer, and seller.

DatePriceBuyerSeller

Asbestos Records

Asbestos abatement filings and records for 159 Ellery 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.

TypeIssue DateExpiration
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Water Connections

Water connection permits and records for 159 Ellery Street. Data includes connection type, date, and status.

MaterialRecord Type

Elevator Permits

Elevator permit records for 159 Ellery Street. Data includes permit type, issue date, and status.

TypeIssue DateStatus

Landmark Violations

Landmark preservation violations for 159 Ellery 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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