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161 Meserole Street, Brooklyn, NY 11206

3
DOB Complaints
12
311 Housing Calls
10
Housing Violations
0
Permits

Risk Assessment

96
Low Risk

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

Our AI predicts there is a 96% chance of no major maintenance issues.
Augrented Insights Report for 161 Meserole Street

161 Meserole Street is a 3-story, 8-unit residential building in Williamsburg, constructed in 1920 and currently owned by Mordechai Katz. The property has experienced recurring water-related issues, with documented water leaks occurring in 2019 (slow leak), 2022 (heavy flow), and most recently in August 2024 (slow leak), with associated violations issued by HPD. The building underwent significant maintenance issues in 2023-2024, particularly in apartment 1B, where multiple violations were documented and subsequently addressed, including problems with water leaks, mold, broken plaster, flooring issues, and defective smoke and carbon monoxide detectors.

There were also complaints about flooring/stairs issues in August 2024, though no violations were issued for these. The building has a history of illegal conversion complaints, with three reported cases between 2019-2022, though inspectors were unable to gain access in two instances, and no violations were found in the third case in 2023. Safety systems have been a concern, with a notable violation in 2023 regarding hot water exceeding the maximum allowable temperature of 130 degrees in apartment 1B.

The property demonstrates good pest control management, with bedbug reports showing no infestations from 2019 through 2024, and only one instance of rat activity recorded during inspections in 2017, though the building passed subsequent compliance inspections. Recent inspections in 2024 resulted in certain repairs being certified, including the correction of water leak issues and other maintenance concerns. The building's maintenance history indicates ongoing attention to correcting violations, though the pattern of water-related issues and the age of the 1920 structure suggest potential for similar future concerns.

Last updated: July 27, 2025
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161 Meserole Street Building Overview

Renter Risk Rating

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

Building Characteristics

Total units 8
Year built 1920
Total area 7500 sq ft
Floors 3
Tax Abatements None
Building Class HERETOFORE ERECTED EXISTING CLASS A
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Key Building Statistics

3
DOB Complaints
Complaints filed with the Department of Buildings in the last 7 years.
10
Housing Violations
Class B & C housing maintenance code violations.
12
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.
1
Rodent Inspections
Rodent inspections conducted by DOHMH.
0
Building Permits
Permits issued by DOB in the last 7 years.

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161 Meserole Street 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 Meserole Street Rent Control Status

Year Built
Built before 1974
Units
More than 6 units
RGB Registration
Registered
Tax Abatement
Tax abatement found
Year BuiltUnitsRGB RegistrationTax Abatement
Before 1974 >6 units Registered Found

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Housing Maintenance Code Complaints

This table shows complaints to 311 related to potential NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) for 161 Meserole 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
2024-08-202024-08-30Water Leak-Slow LeakNon EmergencyCLOSE
2024-08-202024-08-30Flooring/stairs-FloorEmergencyCLOSE
2024-08-202024-08-30Flooring/stairs-FloorNon EmergencyCLOSE
2022-09-132023-05-04Water Leak-Heavy FlowEmergencyCLOSE
2022-09-132023-05-04Water Leak-Heavy FlowEmergencyCLOSE
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Housing Maintenance Code Violations

This table shows violations of the NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) issued by HPD for 161 Meserole 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
2024-08-29BCloseNone1B§ 27-2026, 2027 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR THE SOURCE AND ABATE THE EVIDENCE OF A WATER LEAK AT CEILING IN THE 3rd ROOM FROM NORTH LOCATED AT APT 1B, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH2024-10-01T00:00:00.000Z
2024-08-29BCloseNone1B§ 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR AT CEILING IN THE 3rd ROOM FROM NORTH LOCATED AT APT 1B, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH2024-10-01T00:00:00.000Z
2023-04-05ACloseNone1B§ 27-2026, 2027 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR THE SOURCE AND ABATE THE EVIDENCE OF A WATER LEAK AT CEILING IN THE 1st ROOM FROM NORTH AT EAST LOCATED AT APT 1B UPPER LEVEL, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST2023-05-11T00:00:00.000Z
2023-04-05ACloseNone1B§ 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR THE CEILING IN THE 1st ROOM FROM NORTH AT EAST LOCATED AT APT 1B UPPER LEVEL, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST2023-05-16T00:00:00.000Z
2023-04-05BCloseNone1B§ 27-2045 ADM CODE REPAIR OR REPLACE THE SMOKE DETECTOR DEFECTIVE IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 1B, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST2023-05-16T00:00:00.000Z
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311 Service Requests

Service requests made to 311 for 161 Meserole Street. Data from NYC 311.

Created DateTypeDescriptionStatusAgencyResolution
2024-08-20 09:33FLOORING/STAIRSFLOORClosedHPD
2024-08-20 09:33FLOORING/STAIRSFLOORClosedHPD
2024-08-20 09:30WATER LEAKSLOW LEAKClosedHPD
2022-09-13 13:08WATER LEAKHEAVY FLOWClosedHPD
2022-09-13 12:35WATER LEAKHEAVY FLOWClosedHPD
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DOB Complaints

Department of Buildings complaints regarding 161 Meserole Street.

Complaint #FiledStatusCategoryInspection DateDisposition
38760482022-09-29CLOSEDIllegal Conversion2023-02-24No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2023-02-25)
37316222019-11-26CLOSEDIllegal Conversion2020-02-14Inspector Unable To Gain Access – 2nd Final Attempt (2020-02-15)
37242732019-10-02CLOSEDIllegal Conversion2019-12-20Inspector Unable To Gain Access – 2nd Final Attempt (2019-12-20)
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DOB Violations

Department of Buildings violations regarding 161 Meserole Street.

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Indoor Environment Complaints (DOHMH)

The table below shows indoor environment complaints received regarding the conditions at 161 Meserole Street. The information includes the date, type, description, and status of each complaint. The data is sourced from DOHMH/311.

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Bedbug Infestations

The table below shows the bedbug reports filed by the landlord for 161 Meserole 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
2024-12-170002023-11-012024-10-31
2023-12-210002022-11-012023-10-31
2022-12-190002021-11-012022-10-31
2022-02-230002020-11-012021-10-31
2021-02-150002019-11-012020-10-31
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Rodent Inspections

Recent rodent inspection results for 161 Meserole Street. Data from NYC DOHMH.

DateTypeResult
2017-12-07CompliancePassed
2017-10-16InitialRat Activity
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HPD Litigation Explanation

The table below shows the HPD litigation records for 161 Meserole 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 161 Meserole 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 161 Meserole Street. 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 Meserole 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 161 Meserole 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 161 Meserole 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 161 Meserole 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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Case NumberDateTypeStatusDetails

Sales Records

Sales transactions for 161 Meserole Street. Data includes sale date, price, buyer, and seller.

DatePriceBuyerSeller

Asbestos Records

Asbestos abatement filings and records for 161 Meserole 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.

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Water Connections

Water connection permits and records for 161 Meserole Street. Data includes connection type, date, and status.

MaterialRecord Type

Elevator Permits

Elevator permit records for 161 Meserole Street. Data includes permit type, issue date, and status.

TypeIssue DateStatus

Landmark Violations

Landmark preservation violations for 161 Meserole 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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