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551 Nostrand Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11216

4
DOB Complaints
130
311 Housing Calls
114
Housing Violations
1
Permits

Risk Assessment

87
Low Risk

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

Our AI predicts there is a 87% chance of no major maintenance issues.
Augrented Insights Report for 551 Nostrand Avenue

551 Nostrand Avenue, a 4-story, 6-unit old law tenement building located in Bedford-Stuyvesant and managed by owner Wadea Ahmed, has experienced several significant maintenance and safety issues over recent years. Most notably, in 2022, there were multiple violations incurred by apartment 4B, including code violations for pest infestation (cockroaches), plumbing issues, broken window guards, and problems with the bell/buzzer/intercom system - all of which were documented in Housing Maintenance Code violations. The building has also faced recurring concerns regarding water leaks, mold, and various maintenance issues throughout 2022-2024, with recent door-related problems being reported in April 2024.

An important structural issue is currently marked as active with the Environmental Control Board, regarding cracks in the exterior building wall (Atlantic Avenue side) identified in July 2021, with a penalty of $1,250. While there have been no reported instances of bedbug infestations in the building since 2022, the building owner did fail to submit the required annual bedbug report for 2022, resulting in an active violation as of April 2023. Recent inspections and complaints show some improvement in conditions, with a rodent inspection in May 2025 passing, though previous inspections in December 2024 and November 2024 noted rat activity.

The building has maintained consistent failure to file required annual reports, including an active violation for not completing the 2022 external low pressure inspection. The property has undergone multiple emergency and non-emergency repairs between 2022-2024, including work on floors, windows, plumbing fixtures, and walls/ceilings, with most issues being resolved through HPD inspections, though some violations from 2022 remain open. Regarding safety compliance, the building's age and class as an old law tenement building suggests it requires ongoing maintenance and oversight, which appears to have been somewhat inconsistent in recent years, as evidenced by the pattern of violations and service requests.

Last updated: July 27, 2025
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551 Nostrand 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 1910
Total area 6000 sq ft
Floors 4
Tax Abatements None
Building Class OLD LAW TENEMENT
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Key Building Statistics

4
DOB Complaints
Complaints filed with the Department of Buildings in the last 7 years.
114
Housing Violations
Class B & C housing maintenance code violations.
130
311 Housing Calls
Housing-related 311 service requests in the last 7 years.
14
Work Orders
Repair orders issued by city agencies.
2
ECB Violations
Environmental Control Board violations on record.
1
Evictions
Evictions executed by city marshalls.
25
Rodent Inspections
Rodent inspections conducted by DOHMH.
1
Building Permits
Permits issued by DOB in the last 7 years.

Included Addresses

  • 1241 Atlantic Ave, New York, NY 11216
  • 1243 Atlantic Ave, New York, NY 11216
  • 551 Nostrand Ave, New York, NY 11216

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551 Nostrand 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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551 Nostrand 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 551 Nostrand 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
2024-04-032024-08-23Door/window-DoorEmergencyCLOSE
2023-11-242023-11-30Flooring/stairs-FloorNon EmergencyCLOSE
2023-11-242023-11-30General-CabinetEmergencyCLOSE
2023-11-242023-11-30Plumbing-Basin/sinkEmergencyCLOSE
2023-11-242023-11-30Paint/plaster-CeilingEmergencyCLOSE
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Housing Maintenance Code Violations

This table shows violations of the NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) issued by HPD for 551 Nostrand 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
2024-04-11ACloseNoneNone(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
2023-03-24ACloseNoneNone(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
2022-08-28CCloseNone4B§ 27-2043.1 HMC INSTALL THE MISSING OR REPAIR/REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE WINDOW GUARD(S) IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE SPECIFICATIONS OF THE NEW YORK CITY HEALTH CODE SECTION 24 RCNY CHAPTER 12. WG TO INSTALL = 1; WG TO REPLACE = 0; WG TO REPAIR = 0; IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 4B, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EASTNone
2022-08-28CCloseNone4B§ 27-2005, 27-2007, 27-2041.1 HMC: REPLACE OR REPAIR THE SELF-CLOSING DOORS THAT IS MISSING OR DEFECTIVE HINGE IN THE ENTRANCE LOCATED AT APT 4B, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EASTNone
2022-08-28BOpenNone4B§ 27-2005 ADM CODE REPLACE WITH NEW THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE BASE CABINET AT SINK IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 4B, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EASTNone
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311 Service Requests

Service requests made to 311 for 551 Nostrand Avenue. Data from NYC 311.

Created DateTypeDescriptionStatusAgencyResolution
2024-04-03 17:00DOOR/WINDOWDOORClosedHPD
2022-08-24 19:01SAFETYWINDOW GUARD BROKEN/MISSINGClosedHPD
2022-08-24 19:01UNSANITARY CONDITIONMOLDClosedHPD
2022-08-24 19:01PLUMBINGBASIN/SINKClosedHPD
2022-08-24 19:01GENERALVENTILATION SYSTEMClosedHPD
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DOB Complaints

Department of Buildings complaints regarding 551 Nostrand Avenue.

Complaint #FiledStatusCategoryInspection DateDisposition
38158172021-09-28CLOSEDAdjacent Buildings – Not Protected2021-09-30No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2021-09-30)
37979692021-05-21CLOSEDSpecial Operations Compliance Inspection2021-07-23Oath Violation Served (2021-07-29)
37634812020-08-06CLOSEDConstruction Enforcement Work Order (DOB)2020-08-06Oath Violation Served (2020-08-10)
37078102019-06-19CLOSEDSEP – Professional Certification Compliance Audit2020-06-10No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2020-06-10)
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DOB Violations

Department of Buildings violations regarding 551 Nostrand Avenue.

Date IssuedCategoryDescriptionStatusComments
2023-04-25V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEVIOLATION ISSUED-FAILURE TO FILE 2022 EXTERNAL LOW PRESSURE INSPECTION
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Indoor Environment Complaints (DOHMH)

The table below shows indoor environment complaints received regarding the conditions at 551 Nostrand Avenue. 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 551 Nostrand 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
2025-01-020002023-11-012024-10-31
2024-10-030602022-11-012023-10-31
2022-06-120002020-11-012021-10-31
2021-05-090002019-11-012020-10-31
2021-05-070002019-11-012020-10-31
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Rodent Inspections

Recent rodent inspection results for 551 Nostrand Avenue. Data from NYC DOHMH.

DateTypeResult
2025-05-13InitialPassed
2024-12-18ComplianceRat Activity
2024-11-14InitialRat Activity
2024-05-13InitialPassed
2023-11-02InitialPassed
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HPD Litigation Explanation

The table below shows the HPD litigation records for 551 Nostrand 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 551 Nostrand 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 551 Nostrand Avenue. Data from ECB.

DateNumberRespondentDescriptionStatusPenaltyBalance Due
2021-07-2339044896J551 NOSTRAND LLCEXP 1 (ATLANTIC AVE SIDE) CRACK ARE OPENING UP IN MANY AREAS., MAINTAIN EXTERIOR BUILDING WALLACTIVE1250.00.0
2020-08-0635501193Z551 NOSTRAND LLCFAILURE TO MAINTAIN BLDGS WALLS OR APPURTENANCES. OBSERVED AT EXP#1 OF4 STY BLDG ON EXTERIOR BRICK WALL IN SEVERAL LOCATIONS VERTICAL CRACKS. ON GROUND FLOOR COMMERCIAL SPACE(SHOP)ON PARAPET WALL VERTICAL CRACKRESOLVE1280.00.0
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Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) Explanation

The table below shows the Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) records for 551 Nostrand 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 551 Nostrand 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 551 Nostrand 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

The table below shows tax and water liens for 551 Nostrand Avenue. 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 551 Nostrand Avenue. Data includes sale date, price, buyer, and seller.

DatePriceBuyerSeller

Asbestos Records

Asbestos abatement filings and records for 551 Nostrand 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 551 Nostrand Avenue. Data includes connection type, date, and status.

MaterialRecord Type

Elevator Permits

Elevator permit records for 551 Nostrand Avenue. Data includes permit type, issue date, and status.

TypeIssue DateStatus

Landmark Violations

Landmark preservation violations for 551 Nostrand 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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