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281 South 2nd Street, Brooklyn, NY 11211

6
DOB Complaints
1
311 Housing Calls
0
Housing Violations
0
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 281 South 2nd Street

The two-story, seven-unit residential building at 281 South 2nd Street in Williamsburg, currently owned by Mendel Fleischman, has experienced several notable issues in recent years. Most concerning is the rodent situation, with a rat sighting reported in July 2024 that led to DOHMH violations and subsequent compliance inspections, though a subsequent rodent inspection in August 2024 did pass.

The building has faced recurring administrative challenges regarding bedbug reporting compliance, receiving Housing Maintenance Code Violations in 2021, 2022, and 2023 for failure to file annual bedbug reports, though most recently filed reports for 2023-2024 show no infested units or required eradication efforts. The property has also been subject to multiple Department of Buildings complaints in 2023, including issues concerning construction safety compliance and concerns about debris.

Notably, there were three separate incidents in 2023 where inspectors were unable to gain access to investigate complaints about the building. Environmental Control Board records show a construction safety violation in February 2023 regarding improper construction fence viewing panels, though this was resolved with no penalties imposed. The building's inspection history shows some variability in compliance, particularly regarding pest management and construction safety protocols, with most recent inspections indicating improved compliance on bedbug reporting and rodent issues, though with some concerns remaining about timely responses to inspection requests and access limitations.

Last updated: July 27, 2025
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281 South 2nd Street Building Overview

Renter Risk Rating

This building is in the riskiest 10% of buildings in Williamsburg.

Building Characteristics

Total units 7
Year built 1901
Total area 5411 sq ft
Floors 2
Tax Abatements None
Building Class HEREAFTER CONVERTED CLASS A
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Key Building Statistics

6
DOB Complaints
Complaints filed with the Department of Buildings in the last 7 years.
0
Housing Violations
Class B & C housing maintenance code violations.
1
311 Housing Calls
Housing-related 311 service requests in the last 7 years.
0
Work Orders
Repair orders issued by city agencies.
1
ECB Violations
Environmental Control Board violations on record.
0
Evictions
Evictions executed by city marshalls.
1
Rodent Inspections
Rodent inspections conducted by DOHMH.
0
Building Permits
Permits issued by DOB in the last 7 years.

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281 South 2nd Street Landlord Information

HPD Registration Contacts

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RoleNameAddress

Landlord Portfolio

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Landlord Court Records

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281 South 2nd Street 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 281 South 2nd 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
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Housing Maintenance Code Violations

This table shows violations of the NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) issued by HPD for 281 South 2nd 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
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
2022-03-02ACloseNoneNone(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
2021-04-13ACloseNoneNone(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
1987-07-06ACloseNoneNone§ 329, M/D LAW AND DEPT. RULES AND REGS. PROVIDE A COMPLETED CERTIFICATE OF INSPECTION VISITS IN A PROPER FRAME AT OR NEAR MAILBOXES, BOTTOM EDGE OF FRAME BETWEEN 48-62 INCHES ABOVE FLOOR MISSING FRAME.2024-06-06T00:00:00.000Z
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311 Service Requests

Service requests made to 311 for 281 South 2nd Street. Data from NYC 311.

Created DateTypeDescriptionStatusAgencyResolution
2024-07-09 12:18RodentRat SightingClosedDOHMH
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DOB Complaints

Department of Buildings complaints regarding 281 South 2nd Street.

Complaint #FiledStatusCategoryInspection DateDisposition
39307422023-10-11CLOSEDCertificate of Occupancy – None/ILLEGAL/Contrary to CO2024-10-31Inspector Unable To Gain Access – 2nd Final Attempt (2024-10-31)
39013812023-04-18CLOSEDDebris/Building – Falling or In Danger of Falling2023-04-19Inspector Unable To Gain Access – 2nd Final Attempt (2023-04-19)
38946192023-02-22CLOSEDConstruction Safety Compliance (CSC) Action2023-02-22Oath Violation Served (2023-02-22)
38944552023-02-21CLOSEDCSE: Sweep2023-02-22No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2023-02-22)
38911672023-01-26CLOSEDCSE: Sweep2023-01-30No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2023-01-30)
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DOB Violations

Department of Buildings violations regarding 281 South 2nd Street.

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Indoor Environment Complaints (DOHMH)

The table below shows indoor environment complaints received regarding the conditions at 281 South 2nd Street. 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 281 South 2nd 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
2024-12-100002023-11-012024-10-31
2023-12-060002022-11-012023-10-31
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Rodent Inspections

Recent rodent inspection results for 281 South 2nd Street. Data from NYC DOHMH.

DateTypeResult
2024-08-27CompliancePassed
2024-07-24InitialFailed for Other R
2018-12-27InitialPassed
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HPD Litigation Explanation

The table below shows the HPD litigation records for 281 South 2nd 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 281 South 2nd 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 281 South 2nd Street. Data from ECB.

DateNumberRespondentDescriptionStatusPenaltyBalance Due
2023-02-2239513404NBERKOWITS REALTY LLCOBSERVED CONSTRUCTION FENCED AT EXPOSURE 1 OF JOBSITE. THE CONSTRUCTION FENCE HAD NO VIEWING PANELS INSTALLED, AS PER BC 3307.7.3 VIEWING PANELS ARE TO BE INSTALLED EVERY 25 FT.INSTALLED VIEWING PANELS AS PER CRESOLVE0.00.0
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Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) Explanation

The table below shows the Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) records for 281 South 2nd 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 281 South 2nd 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 281 South 2nd 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 281 South 2nd 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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Sales Records

Sales transactions for 281 South 2nd Street. Data includes sale date, price, buyer, and seller.

DatePriceBuyerSeller

Asbestos Records

Asbestos abatement filings and records for 281 South 2nd 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 281 South 2nd Street. Data includes connection type, date, and status.

MaterialRecord Type

Elevator Permits

Elevator permit records for 281 South 2nd Street. Data includes permit type, issue date, and status.

TypeIssue DateStatus

Landmark Violations

Landmark preservation violations for 281 South 2nd 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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