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251 Dekalb Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11205

5
DOB Complaints
9
311 Housing Calls
3
Housing Violations
11
Permits

Risk Assessment

97
Low Risk

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

Our AI predicts there is a 97% chance of no major maintenance issues.
Augrented Insights Report for 251 Dekalb Avenue

The three-story, 10-unit residential building at 251 Dekalb Avenue in Clinton Hill, owned by Mark Tress and built in 1950, has experienced several maintenance and compliance issues over the past few years. Most notably, there has been an ongoing pattern of garbage/recycling storage issues, with four similar complaints filed between January and April 2025, though inspections found no housing law violations.

The building has also faced water-related concerns, with two plumbing/water supply complaints in July 2024 leading to violations for inadequate cold water supply and missing carbon monoxide detectors in Apartment 1. Rat activity has been a recurring problem, with inspections showing both initial findings and compliance passes between 2024 and 2025. The property has seen various other maintenance challenges, including an open violation regarding external low-pressure inspection filing requirements as of September 2024.

Historical issues include a significant emergency complaint about building sanitation in 2022, which resulted in violations for refuse accumulation, and concerns about a broken elevator in 2018. The Department of Buildings has issued multiple violations over the years, though many related to inspection filing requirements have been dismissed. Recent complaints in 2025 regarding egress and illegal hotel rooms were investigated but found no violations warranting action.

Last updated: July 27, 2025
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251 Dekalb Avenue Building Overview

Renter Risk Rating

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

Building Characteristics

Total units 10
Year built 1950
Total area 12578 sq ft
Floors 3
Tax Abatements None
Building Class 2 FAMILY HOUSE
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Key Building Statistics

5
DOB Complaints
Complaints filed with the Department of Buildings in the last 7 years.
3
Housing Violations
Class B & C housing maintenance code violations.
9
311 Housing Calls
Housing-related 311 service requests in the last 7 years.
0
Work Orders
Repair orders issued by city agencies.
0
ECB Violations
Environmental Control Board violations on record.
0
Evictions
Evictions executed by city marshalls.
4
Rodent Inspections
Rodent inspections conducted by DOHMH.
11
Building Permits
Permits issued by DOB in the last 7 years.

Included Addresses

  • 251 Dekalb Ave, New York, NY 11205
  • 253 Dekalb Ave, New York, NY 11205
  • 287 Vanderbilt Ave, New York, NY 11205
  • 281 Vanderbilt Ave, New York, NY 11205

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251 Dekalb Avenue Landlord Information

HPD Registration Contacts

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RoleNameAddress

Landlord Portfolio

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AddressUnitsCode ViolationsRisk Rating

Landlord Court Records

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251 Dekalb 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 251 Dekalb 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
2025-01-312025-05-24Unsanitary Condition-Garbage/recycling StorageNon EmergencyCLOSE
2025-02-192025-05-24Unsanitary Condition-Garbage/recycling StorageNon EmergencyCLOSE
2025-03-262025-05-24Unsanitary Condition-Garbage/recycling StorageNon EmergencyCLOSE
2025-04-082025-05-24Unsanitary Condition-Garbage/recycling StorageNon EmergencyCLOSE
2024-07-302024-08-01Plumbing-Water SupplyImmediate EmergencyCLOSE
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Housing Maintenance Code Violations

This table shows violations of the NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) issued by HPD for 251 Dekalb 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
2024-07-31BOpenNone1§ 27-2024 ADMIN. CODE: PROVIDE ADEQUATE SUPPLY OF COLD WATER FOR THE FIXTURES AT SHOWER STALL IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 1, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WESTNone
2024-07-31BOpenNone1§ 27-2046.1 HMC: REPAIR OR REPLACE THE CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTING DEVICE(S). MISSING IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 1, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WESTNone
2022-05-28BOpenNoneNone§ 27-2010, 2011, 2012 ADMIN. CODE: REMOVE THE ACCUMULATION OF REFUSE AND/OR RUBBISH AND MAINTAIN IN A CLEAN CONDITION THE AT BUILDING FRONT YARDNone
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311 Service Requests

Service requests made to 311 for 251 Dekalb Avenue. Data from NYC 311.

Created DateTypeDescriptionStatusAgencyResolution
2025-04-08 18:37UNSANITARY CONDITIONGARBAGE/RECYCLING STORAGEClosedHPD
2025-03-26 15:13UNSANITARY CONDITIONGARBAGE/RECYCLING STORAGEClosedHPD
2025-02-19 13:34UNSANITARY CONDITIONGARBAGE/RECYCLING STORAGEClosedHPD
2025-01-31 10:52UNSANITARY CONDITIONGARBAGE/RECYCLING STORAGEClosedHPD
2024-07-30 20:45PLUMBINGWATER SUPPLYClosedHPD
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DOB Complaints

Department of Buildings complaints regarding 251 Dekalb Avenue.

Complaint #FiledStatusCategoryInspection DateDisposition
2025-04-17CLOSEDEgress: - Locked/Blocked/Improper/No Secondary Means2025-04-18No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2025-04-18)
2025-04-01CLOSEDIllegal Hotel Rooms in Residential Buildings2025-05-07Access Denied – 2nd Attempt (2025-05-07)
38839152022-11-29CLOSEDBUILDING – Vacant, Open and Unguarded2022-12-12No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2022-12-12)
38816112022-11-11CLOSEDBUILDING – Vacant, Open and Unguarded2022-11-17No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2022-11-17)
38192272021-10-26CLOSEDFailure to Retain Water/Improper Drainage (LL103/89)2021-12-02Inspector Unable To Gain Access – 2nd Final Attempt (2021-12-02)
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DOB Violations

Department of Buildings violations regarding 251 Dekalb Avenue.

Date IssuedCategoryDescriptionStatusComments
2024-09-23V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEVIOLATION ISSUED-FAILURE TO FILE 2023 EXTERNAL LOW PRESSURE INSPECTION
2023-06-30V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSEDVIOLATION ISSUED-FAILURE TO FILE 2020 EXTERNAL LOW PRESSURE INSPECTIONCIANOW CRM Violation Dismissed2024-02-16
2023-06-30V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSEDVIOLATION ISSUED-FAILURE TO FILE 2021 EXTERNAL LOW PRESSURE INSPECTIONCIANOW CRM Violation Dismissed2024-02-16
2023-06-20V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSEDVIOLATION ISSUED-FAILURE TO FILE 2018 EXTERNAL LOW PRESSURE INSPECTIONCIANOW CRM Violation Dismissed2024-02-16
2023-06-20V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSEDVIOLATION ISSUED-FAILURE TO FILE 2019 EXTERNAL LOW PRESSURE INSPECTIONCIANOW CRM Violation Dismissed2024-02-16
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Indoor Environment Complaints (DOHMH)

The table below shows indoor environment complaints received regarding the conditions at 251 Dekalb 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 251 Dekalb 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
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Rodent Inspections

Recent rodent inspection results for 251 Dekalb Avenue. Data from NYC DOHMH.

DateTypeResult
2025-03-13CompliancePassed
2025-02-03InitialRat Activity
2024-12-19CompliancePassed
2024-10-29InitialRat Activity
2024-06-26ComplianceRat Activity
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HPD Litigation Explanation

The table below shows the HPD litigation records for 251 Dekalb 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 251 Dekalb 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 251 Dekalb 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 251 Dekalb 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 251 Dekalb 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 251 Dekalb 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 251 Dekalb Avenue. Information includes tax class, month, water only flag, amount, and cycle. Data is sourced from NYC Department of Finance.

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Tax ClassMonthWater OnlyAmountCycle
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Sales Records

Sales transactions for 251 Dekalb Avenue. Data includes sale date, price, buyer, and seller.

DatePriceBuyerSeller

Asbestos Records

Asbestos abatement filings and records for 251 Dekalb 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 251 Dekalb Avenue. Data includes connection type, date, and status.

MaterialRecord Type

Elevator Permits

Elevator permit records for 251 Dekalb Avenue. Data includes permit type, issue date, and status.

TypeIssue DateStatus

Landmark Violations

Landmark preservation violations for 251 Dekalb 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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