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42 Driggs Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11222

29
DOB Complaints
3
311 Housing Calls
0
Housing Violations
0
Permits

Risk Assessment

98
Low Risk

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

Our AI predicts there is a 98% chance of no major maintenance issues.
Augrented Insights Report for 42 Driggs Avenue

42 Driggs Avenue is a 3-story, 6-unit residential building located in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, owned by Moshe Lefkowitz and constructed in 1931. The building has faced several significant issues in recent years, most notably persistent rodent problems, with multiple inspections in 2024 (February, April, June, and July) showing rat activity, despite some being classified as "Compliance" inspections. Between 2021 and 2023, the property received three consecutive Housing Maintenance Code violations for failing to file annual bedbug reports.

A serious incident occurred in July 2023 when the building experienced a fire in Apartment 1L, which affected the sprinkler system and resulted in water and smoke damage throughout the apartment. This fire incident prompted multiple building-related complaints, including concerns about building stability (though the vacate order was fully rescinded in December 2023). The property has also been subject to various construction-related violations, with multiple complaints about work being performed contrary to stop work orders in January 2023, and issues with debris and construction safety noted in December 2022.

The building's maintenance history shows some attention to resolving issues, with most violations ultimately being dismissed by early 2024, including two separate violations related to the failure to file external low-pressure inspections for 2022 and 2023. While the bedbug reporting situation has improved following the 2024 filing period showing zero infested units, the ongoing rodent activity represents a continuing public health concern. Multiple Department of Buildings inspections in 2023 and 2024 have identified various issues ranging from plumbing problems to electrical concerns, though many resulted in "No Violation Warranted" dispositions. The property has experienced irregular issues with compliance inspections, particularly regarding fire safety systems, as evidenced by violations related to non-operable sprinkler systems noted in 2023.

Last updated: July 27, 2025
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42 Driggs Avenue Building Overview

Renter Risk Rating

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

Building Characteristics

Total units 6
Year built 1931
Total area 4500 sq ft
Floors 3
Tax Abatements None
Building Class OLD LAW TENEMENT
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Key Building Statistics

29
DOB Complaints
Complaints filed with the Department of Buildings in the last 7 years.
0
Housing Violations
Class B & C housing maintenance code violations.
3
311 Housing Calls
Housing-related 311 service requests in the last 7 years.
0
Work Orders
Repair orders issued by city agencies.
5
ECB Violations
Environmental Control Board violations on record.
0
Evictions
Evictions executed by city marshalls.
4
Rodent Inspections
Rodent inspections conducted by DOHMH.
0
Building Permits
Permits issued by DOB in the last 7 years.

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42 Driggs Avenue Landlord Information

HPD Registration Contacts

Contact data is from NYC HPD building registration.

RoleNameAddress

Landlord Portfolio

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AddressUnitsCode ViolationsRisk Rating

Landlord Court Records

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42 Driggs 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 42 Driggs 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
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Housing Maintenance Code Violations

This table shows violations of the NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) issued by HPD for 42 Driggs 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
2023-03-22ACloseNoneNone(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
2022-02-24ACloseNoneNone(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
2021-04-08ACloseNoneNone(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
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311 Service Requests

Service requests made to 311 for 42 Driggs Avenue. Data from NYC 311.

Created DateTypeDescriptionStatusAgencyResolution
2024-06-17 08:17RodentRat SightingClosedDOHMH
2024-02-08 23:14RodentRat SightingClosedDOHMH
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DOB Complaints

Department of Buildings complaints regarding 42 Driggs Avenue.

Complaint #FiledStatusCategoryInspection DateDisposition
39199752023-07-25CLOSEDPlumbing: Defective/Leaking/Not Maintained2023-07-25Buildings Violation(s) Served (2023-07-26)
39199192023-07-25CLOSEDConstruction Enforcement Work Order (DOB)2023-07-25No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2023-07-25)
39200152023-07-25CLOSEDElectrical Wiring: Defective/Exposed – In Progress2023-08-02Inspector Unable To Gain Access – 2nd Final Attempt (2023-08-02)
39198762023-07-24CLOSEDBuilding Shaking/Vibrating/Struct Stability Affected2023-12-05Vacate Order Fully Rescinded (2023-12-05)
39063932023-05-23CLOSEDCSE: Tracking Compliance2023-05-23No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2023-05-24)
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DOB Violations

Department of Buildings violations regarding 42 Driggs Avenue.

Date IssuedCategoryDescriptionStatusComments
2024-09-23V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSEDVIOLATION ISSUED-FAILURE TO FILE 2023 EXTERNAL LOW PRESSURE INSPECTIONCIANOW CRM Violation Dismissed2025-02-04
2023-07-25V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSEDSERVICE RENDERED NON-COMPLIANT,AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION I OBSERVED SPRINKLER SYSTEM NOT OPERATABLE DUE TO FIRE IN APT 1LSPRINKLER SYSTEM UNDER PRESSURE INSTALLLED UNDER JOB # B00703120S2.2024-03-29
2023-07-24V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSEDDOB SUMMONS ISSUED FOR STRUCTURE RENDERED NON COMPLIANT DUE TO SMOKE, FIRE, AND WATER DAMAGE THROUGHOUT APARTMENT, ALONG MISSING FIRE STOPPING IN KITCHEN AREA OF APARTMENTDISMISSED, APPL#B00703120 (GC-CX,PL) B00783288 ALL WORK COMPLETED.2023-12-12
2023-04-25V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSEDVIOLATION ISSUED-FAILURE TO FILE 2022 EXTERNAL LOW PRESSURE INSPECTIONCIANOW CRM Violation Dismissed2024-07-29
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Indoor Environment Complaints (DOHMH)

The table below shows indoor environment complaints received regarding the conditions at 42 Driggs 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 42 Driggs 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
2024-03-260002022-11-012023-10-31
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Rodent Inspections

Recent rodent inspection results for 42 Driggs Avenue. Data from NYC DOHMH.

DateTypeResult
2024-07-31ComplianceRat Activity
2024-06-25InitialRat Activity
2024-04-03ComplianceRat Activity
2024-02-20InitialRat Activity
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HPD Litigation Explanation

The table below shows the HPD litigation records for 42 Driggs 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 42 Driggs 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 42 Driggs Avenue. Data from ECB.

DateNumberRespondentDescriptionStatusPenaltyBalance Due
2023-01-2739512215JBERKOWITS REALTY LLCI OBSERVED 3 STORY BUILDING, CLOSED SITE UNDER FSWO WITH PUMP JACK SCAFFOLD(SF) AT EXP1. PUMP JACK HAS BASE UNSAFE ON TOP OF PLYWOOD SHEETS, AND THERE IS NO OVERHEAD(OHP) 5F MIN, TO PROTECT TENANTS ENTERING ANDRESOLVE0.00.0
2022-12-2139076185JYITZCHOK BERKOWITZAT TIME OF INSPECTION OF ACTIVE JOB SITE UNDER PERMIT #B00703120-I1-GC-CX, OBSERVED EXCESSIVE DEBRIS THROUGHOUT THE SITE. DEBRIS CONSISTING USED CONSTRUCTION COMBUSTILBLE MATERIALS ON FLOORS CREATING A HAZARD CRESOLVE0.00.0
2022-12-2139076184HYITZCHOK BERKOWITZFAILURE TO PROVIDE APPROVED/ACCEPTED CONSTRUCTIONS DOCUMENTS AT JOB SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. AT TIME OF INSPECTION ON AN ACTIVE JOBSITE UNDER PERMIT#B00703120-I1-GC-CX, CONSTRUCTION WORK WAS IN PROGRESS. UPORESOLVE0.00.0
2022-12-0835646684K42 DRIGGS LLCWORK AFTER HOURS WITHOUT VARIANCE PERMIT CONTRARY TO 28-105.12.5 AT TIME OF INSPECTION I OBSERVED TWO WORKERS WORKING ON A PUMP JACK AT 8:10PM PAST THE WORKING HOURS.STOP ALL WORK FOR ALL AFTER HOURS WORK AT PRRESOLVE0.00.0
2022-06-1535358408H42 DRIGGS LLCFAILURE TO MAINTAIN BUILDING IN A CODE COMPLIANT MANNER.AT TIME OF INSPECTION OBSERVED THE EXISTING GATE AT FENCE FRONT YARD IS IN DISREPAIRAND TIED WITH WIRE AND COULD BE IN DANGER OF FALLING ONTO PEDESTRIAN SRESOLVE250.00.0
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Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) Explanation

The table below shows the Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) records for 42 Driggs 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 42 Driggs 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 42 Driggs 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 42 Driggs 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
Tax ClassMonthWater OnlyAmountCycle
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Case NumberDateTypeStatusDetails

Sales Records

Sales transactions for 42 Driggs Avenue. Data includes sale date, price, buyer, and seller.

DatePriceBuyerSeller

Asbestos Records

Asbestos abatement filings and records for 42 Driggs 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 42 Driggs Avenue. Data includes connection type, date, and status.

MaterialRecord Type

Elevator Permits

Elevator permit records for 42 Driggs Avenue. Data includes permit type, issue date, and status.

TypeIssue DateStatus

Landmark Violations

Landmark preservation violations for 42 Driggs 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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