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161 Emerson Place, Brooklyn, NY 11205

2
DOB Complaints
66
311 Housing Calls
143
Housing Violations
0
Permits

Risk Assessment

54
Moderate Risk

This building shows some maintenance concerns that warrant attention.

Our AI predicts there is a 54% chance of no major maintenance issues.
Augrented Insights Report for 161 Emerson Place

The 4-story building at 161 Emerson Place in Clinton Hill, owned by the Institute for Community Living, Inc., has experienced several persistent maintenance and safety issues since 2022. Most notably, there has been a recurring rodent problem, with documented rat activity through multiple inspections between 2019 and 2025, and the most recent inspections in 2025 showing "Bait applied" as the resolution. The building currently has three open violations from 2024 related to window guard safety in apartments 2H, 3H, and 4H, which require installation or repair of window guards to comply with safety regulations.

Multiple service requests and housing maintenance code complaints in 2023 indicate access issues for inspectors regarding various repairs, including plumbing problems with toilets and issues with doors and windows. Additionally, there are open violations from 2024 regarding lead paint hazard notifications and records requirements under Local Law 1 of 2004. The building has a history of various maintenance issues, including water leaks, heating problems, and unsanitary conditions with pests, though the bedbug reports from 2021 to 2024 indicate no infestations during those periods.

Inspections and complaints from 2020 and 2021 regarding building shaking/vibrating and egress concerns were investigated but found no violations. While some issues have been resolved, such as certain door frame and paint/plaster violations in 2022, the pattern of recurring rodent activity and the recent open violations related to window safety and lead paint compliance are particularly notable. The building's maintenance history suggests ongoing challenges with access for inspections and timely resolution of various maintenance issues, with higher concentrations of complaints and violations occurring in 2023 and 2024.

Last updated: July 27, 2025
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161 Emerson Place Building Overview

Renter Risk Rating

This building is in the safest 10% of buildings in Clinton Hill.

Building Characteristics

Total units 0
Year built 1951
Total area 25000 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.
143
Housing Violations
Class B & C housing maintenance code violations.
66
311 Housing Calls
Housing-related 311 service requests in the last 7 years.
23
Work Orders
Repair orders issued by city agencies.
0
ECB Violations
Environmental Control Board violations on record.
0
Evictions
Evictions executed by city marshalls.
20
Rodent Inspections
Rodent inspections conducted by DOHMH.
0
Building Permits
Permits issued by DOB in the last 7 years.

Included Addresses

  • 151 Emerson Pl, New York, NY 11205
  • 155 Emerson Pl, New York, NY 11205
  • 157 Emerson Pl, New York, NY 11205
  • 159 Emerson Pl, New York, NY 11205
  • 161 Emerson Pl, New York, NY 11205
  • 163 Emerson Pl, New York, NY 11205
  • 237 Willoughby Ave, New York, NY 11205
  • 239 Willoughby Ave, New York, NY 11205

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161 Emerson Place 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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161 Emerson Place Rent Control Status

Year Built
Built before 1974
Units
Less 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 161 Emerson Place. 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
2023-02-092023-06-21Door/window-Window FrameNon EmergencyCLOSE
2023-02-092023-06-21Door/window-DoorEmergencyCLOSE
2023-02-092023-06-21Plumbing-ToiletEmergencyCLOSE
2023-02-092023-06-21Plumbing-ToiletEmergencyCLOSE
2023-04-112023-05-09Unsanitary Condition-PestsNon EmergencyCLOSE
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Housing Maintenance Code Violations

This table shows violations of the NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) issued by HPD for 161 Emerson Place. 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
2024-10-24COpenNoneNone§ 27-2056.4 ADM CODE- CORRECT FAILURE TO NOTIFY OCCUPANTS AND/OR TO INVESTIGATE LEAD-BASED PAINT HAZARDS.None
2024-10-24COpenNoneNone§ 27-2056.4(H) AND 27-2056.17 ADM CODE -CORRECT FAILURE TO PROVIDE TO THE DEPARTMENT WITHIN 45 DAYS OF DEMAND ALL RECORDS REQUIRED TO BE MAINTAINED BY OWNER PURSUANT TO LOCAL LAW 1 OF 2004 RELATED TO LEAD-BASED PAINT NOTICES, INSPECTIONS AND REMEDIATION/ABATEMENT ACTIVITIES.None
2023-06-20COpenNone4H§ 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 = 2; WG TO REPLACE = 0; WG TO REPAIR = 0; IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 4H, 4th STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTHNone
2023-03-24COpenNone4H§ 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 = 2; WG TO REPLACE = 0; WG TO REPAIR = 0; IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 4H, 4th STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTHNone
2023-03-24COpenNone2H§ 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 = 1; IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 2H, 2nd STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTHNone
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311 Service Requests

Service requests made to 311 for 161 Emerson Place. Data from NYC 311.

Created DateTypeDescriptionStatusAgencyResolution
2024-02-21 22:22RodentRat SightingClosedDOHMH
2023-10-12 13:04RodentSigns of RodentsClosedDOHMH
2023-04-11 14:08UNSANITARY CONDITIONPESTSClosedHPD
2023-02-09 12:13PLUMBINGTOILETClosedHPD
2023-02-09 12:13DOOR/WINDOWDOORClosedHPD
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DOB Complaints

Department of Buildings complaints regarding 161 Emerson Place.

Complaint #FiledStatusCategoryInspection DateDisposition
37948412021-04-26CLOSEDBuilding Shaking/Vibrating/Struct Stability Affected2021-04-27No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2021-04-27)
37540012020-05-27CLOSEDEgress: - Locked/Blocked/Improper/No Secondary Means2020-05-27No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2020-05-27)
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DOB Violations

Department of Buildings violations regarding 161 Emerson Place.

Date IssuedCategoryDescriptionStatusComments
2023-06-20V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSEDVIOLATION ISSUED-FAILURE TO FILE 2019 EXTERNAL LOW PRESSURE INSPECTIONCIANOW CRM Violation Dismissed2025-03-18
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Indoor Environment Complaints (DOHMH)

The table below shows indoor environment complaints received regarding the conditions at 161 Emerson Place. 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 161 Emerson Place. 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
2024-12-160002023-11-012024-10-31
2023-12-270002022-11-012023-10-31
2023-05-040002021-11-012022-10-31
2022-08-040002020-11-012021-10-31
2021-07-130002019-11-012020-10-31
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Rodent Inspections

Recent rodent inspection results for 161 Emerson Place. Data from NYC DOHMH.

DateTypeResult
2025-08-08BAITBait applied
2025-06-04BAITBait applied
2025-03-12ComplianceRat Activity
2025-02-05InitialRat Activity
2024-11-14ComplianceRat Activity
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HPD Litigation Explanation

The table below shows the HPD litigation records for 161 Emerson Place. 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 161 Emerson Place. 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 161 Emerson Place. 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 161 Emerson Place. 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 161 Emerson Place. 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 161 Emerson Place. 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 161 Emerson Place. 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 161 Emerson Place. Data includes sale date, price, buyer, and seller.

DatePriceBuyerSeller

Asbestos Records

Asbestos abatement filings and records for 161 Emerson Place. 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 161 Emerson Place. Data includes connection type, date, and status.

MaterialRecord Type

Elevator Permits

Elevator permit records for 161 Emerson Place. Data includes permit type, issue date, and status.

TypeIssue DateStatus

Landmark Violations

Landmark preservation violations for 161 Emerson Place. 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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