157 Kent Avenue
This building has a severe track record, and our model predicts major ongoing maintenance failures.
This building has 2 recorded HPD violations, at or below the Williamsburg average of 9.4.
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How 157 Kent Avenue's risk score is calculated
We trained a model on 7 years of city inspection data — HPD violation filings, tenant complaints, and owner track records across their entire portfolio. It estimates the probability that HPD inspectors will find serious or dangerous violations at this address in the next 12 months. Lower % = safer.
What the score means for you
Out of 3634 buildings in this neighborhood, 400 have a higher predicted risk.
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What's in the 157 Kent Avenue report
| Total units | 86 |
|---|---|
| Floors | 7 |
| Year built | 2012 |
| Gross area | 57,920 sq ft |
| Building class | — |
| Tax abatement | None |
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157 Kent Avenue event timeline
Violations, complaints, fines, and permits — the most recent records on file, in order.
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What this is
Housing code violations issued by HPD against property conditions. Non-compliance with NYC's Housing Maintenance Code can result in violations and fines.
| Inspection Date | Class | Category | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/08/2026 | A | Original | (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. | Violation Dismissed |
| 11/10/2023 | C | Original | § 27-2029 Adm Code Provide An Adequate Supply Of Heat For The Apartment In The Entire Apartment Located At Apt 1D, 1St Story, 2Nd Apartment From West At North | Violation Dismissed |
| 06/10/2020 | C | Original | Hmc Adm Code: § 27-2017.4 Abate The Infestation Consisting Of Roaches In The Entire Apartment Located At Apt 2J, 2Nd Story, Apartment At East | Violation Closed |
What this is
Complaints filed with HPD about conditions violating the NYC Housing Maintenance Code or NY State Multiple Dwelling Law.
| Received | Category | Type | Status | Apartment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/17/2024 | Unsanitary Condition – Mold | Emergency | Close | 5H |
| 12/05/2023 | Unsanitary Condition – Pests | Non Emergency | Close | 1G |
| 08/18/2023 | Water Leak – Slow Leak | Non Emergency | Close | 5H |
| 11/08/2023 | Heat/Hot Water – Apartment Only | Emergency | Close | 1D |
| 11/08/2023 | Paint/Plaster – Ceiling | Non Emergency | Close | 1D |
What this is
Service requests logged daily with the city through 311 and tracked to resolution. These are complaints that can be directed to specific city agencies.
| Created Date | Problem | Problem Detail | Agency Name | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/17/2024 | Unsanitary Condition | Mold | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
| 12/05/2023 | Unsanitary Condition | Pests | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
| 11/08/2023 | Paint/Plaster | Ceiling | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
| 11/08/2023 | Paint/Plaster | Wall | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
| 11/08/2023 | Heat/Hot Water | Apartment Only | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
What this is
All complaints received by the Department of Buildings, including those from 311 and complaints entered directly by DOB staff.
| Filed | Number | Status | Category | Disposition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/31/2025 | 3A35352 | Closed | 4A | 11/26/2025 |
| 02/01/2024 | 3945934 | Closed | 49 | 04/08/2024 |
| 11/08/2023 | 3934446 | Closed | 45 | 01/11/2024 |
| 06/12/2023 | 3909261 | Closed | 7J | 06/12/2023 |
| 01/30/2023 | 3891590 | Closed | 73 | 01/30/2023 |
What this is
Civil penalties and violation notices issued by the Department of Buildings for construction and building code violations.
| Issue Date | Category | Type | Description | Disposition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/27/2023 | V*-Dob Violation - Dismissed | C-Construction Other Optional | Emergency Work Order Due To Defective/Loose Balcony Underside Concrete At Balcony Line Exp1 North Elevation 2Fl North 4Th St. Remedy: Immed Take And Provide Safety Measures To Secure And Protect The Public Also Make Immed Repairs And Secure/Remove Any Loose/Hanging Materials Under Supervision Of Lic Professional | 09/23/2025 |
| 08/09/2022 | V*-Dob Violation - Dismissed | P-Plumbing None | Applicant Of Record, Alberto Roman, Pe Surrendered All Filing Privileges. Stop All Plumbing Work Under Permit # B00541669. | 10/14/2022 |
What this is
Summonses and penalties adjudicated by OATH (Office of Administrative Trials & Hearings) and the Environmental Control Board. DOB enforcement cases that have been heard and decided.
| Issue Date | Violation # | Status | Description | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/13/2025 | 39157009P | Resolve | Class 2: Adjust Car Door Speed And Repair Noise. Hoist Ropes Worn Replace. | $625 |
| 10/01/2024 | 37031573J | Resolve | Failure To Submit The Required Parking Structure Initial Observation Report For An Existing Parking Structure Or A Periodic Inspection Of A Parking Structure(Pips) Report Documenting The Conditions Of Psid#B000 | $625 |
| 09/08/2023 | 39094400M | Resolve | Inoperative Car Phone. Misaligned Cab Mirror. Replace Worn Gibs Where Needed. Secure Gibs Where Needed. Car Shut Down During Inspection. | $655 |
| 09/08/2023 | 39094399Y | Resolve | Car Phone Has Low Audio. Self Resetting Escape Hatch Switches Prohibited. Unreadable Controller Fuses. Bottom Landing Qualifies As An Illegal Vestibule; Conform To 2.11.6.5 | $1,562 |
| 01/27/2023 | 35670358P | Resolve | Failure To Maintain Building Exterior Facade & Appurtenances.Note:Observed At Time Of Inspection Defective/Loos Balcony Underside Concrete At Balcony Dline 2Nd Fl Exp #1 North Elevation(North 4Th St)Remedy:Main | $312 |
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Executed eviction warrants in NYC from 2017-present. Records of completed residential and commercial evictions processed through housing court.
| Executed Date | Docket # | Apartment | Type | Marshal |
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Recorded real estate transactions and property sales. Public records of building transfers and changes in ownership.
| Sale Date | Price | Building Class | Neighborhood | Apartment |
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What this is
Property owner reports of bedbug infestation status required by NYC law. Building owners must file annual reports on bedbug treatment and infestation history.
| Filing Date | Infested Units | Eradicated | Re-infested | Period End |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/07/2026 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2025 |
| 12/16/2024 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2024 |
| 12/14/2023 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2023 |
| 03/20/2023 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2022 |
| 12/30/2021 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2021 |
What this is
NYC Department of Health & Mental Hygiene rodent inspection results. Records of inspections for rat and rodent infestation signs.
| Inspection Date | Type | Result |
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Construction and demolition permits issued by the Department of Buildings. Required for legal building, construction, and demolition activities in NYC.
| Filing Date | Type | Work | Floor | Description | Status | Issued |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/02/2023 | Renewal Permit Without Changes | Plumbing | Floor Number(s) 01 through 01, Open Space | Propose New Gas Line To Existing Commercial Store With New Gas Appliances. No Change In Use, Egress Ans Occupancy. | Signed-Off | 11/02/2023 |
| 03/15/2023 | Initial Permit | Sprinklers | Floor Number(s) 001 through 001 | Modification To Existing Sprinkler System In Conjunction With Alteration Type I Application #321525694 And To Replace Sprinkler (Sp) Work Type Under That Application. No Change In Use, Egress, Bulk Or Occupancy Under This Application | Signed-Off | 03/15/2023 |
| 12/30/2022 | Initial Permit | General Construction | Floor Number(s) 1 through 1 | Filing For Proposed Store Front Enclosure And Addition To The Existing First Floor Corner Retail Store. | Signed-Off | 12/30/2022 |
| 11/03/2022 | Renewal Permit Without Changes | Plumbing | Floor Number(s) 01 through 01, Open Space | Propose New Gas Line To Existing Commercial Store With New Gas Appliances. No Change In Use, Egress Ans Occupancy. | Signed-Off | 11/03/2022 |
| 11/05/2021 | Initial Permit | Plumbing | Floor Number(s) 01 through 01, Open Space | Propose New Gas Line To Existing Commercial Store With New Gas Appliances. No Change In Use, Egress Ans Occupancy. | Signed-Off | 11/05/2021 |
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