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648 Howard Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11212

1
DOB Complaints
396
311 Housing Calls
380
Housing Violations
0
Permits

Risk Assessment

19
High Risk

This building is in the riskiest 10% of buildings in NYC with significant maintenance issues.

Our AI predicts there is a 19% chance of no major maintenance issues.
Augrented Insights Report for 648 Howard Avenue

The 20-unit, 4-story tenement building at 648 Howard Avenue in Brownsville, managed by Howard Avenue Associates, LP, has a significant history of maintenance issues, particularly regarding appliances and plumbing systems. As of May 2025, there are multiple open complaints with the Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) concerning defective appliances, including refrigerators and electric/gas ranges, as well as issues with cabinets. Recent inspections in 2025 revealed problems with radiators that had previously been reported as emergency complaints in April 2025.

The building has experienced recurring appliance issues, with multiple complaints about refrigerators and ranges being reported and investigated throughout 2025. The property underwent a series of violations and repairs in late 2024, particularly affecting apartment 1B, where multiple infractions were documented including problems with wood floors, window balances, bathroom fixtures, and various hardware components. A notable safety concern was addressed in 2019 when the Department of Buildings issued a violation regarding defective water storage tanks, though this was resolved with a penalty of $310.

The building's plumbing and heating systems appear to be particular areas of concern, with several recent complaints about water supply, heating, and gas systems across multiple floors. While the property has maintained a consistent record of passing rodent inspections from 2020 to 2023, there have been multiple instances of rat activity noted in 2019 and 2018, suggesting historical challenges with pest control. On a positive note, recent bedbug reports from 2021 to 2025 show no confirmed infestations.

Last updated: July 27, 2025
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648 Howard Avenue Building Overview

Renter Risk Rating

This building is in the riskiest 40% of buildings in Brownsville.

Building Characteristics

Total units 20
Year built 1930
Total area 23800 sq ft
Floors 4
Tax Abatements None
Building Class NEW LAW TENEMENT
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Key Building Statistics

1
DOB Complaints
Complaints filed with the Department of Buildings in the last 7 years.
380
Housing Violations
Class B & C housing maintenance code violations.
396
311 Housing Calls
Housing-related 311 service requests in the last 7 years.
4
Work Orders
Repair orders issued by city agencies.
1
ECB Violations
Environmental Control Board violations on record.
3
Evictions
Evictions executed by city marshalls.
7
Rodent Inspections
Rodent inspections conducted by DOHMH.
0
Building Permits
Permits issued by DOB in the last 7 years.

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648 Howard 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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648 Howard 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 648 Howard 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
2025-05-222025-05-22Appliance-Electric/gas RangeNon EmergencyOPEN
2025-05-222025-05-22Appliance-RefrigeratorNon EmergencyOPEN
2025-05-222025-05-22General-CabinetNon EmergencyOPEN
2025-04-162025-05-17Plumbing-RadiatorEmergencyCLOSE
2025-04-162025-05-17Appliance-Electric/gas RangeEmergencyCLOSE
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Housing Maintenance Code Violations

This table shows violations of the NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) issued by HPD for 648 Howard 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
2024-11-04CCloseNoneNone§ 27-2005, 27-2007, 27-2041.1 HMC, §238, § 309; § 107 (2) ( C) MDL AND 28 RCNY §25-171: REPLACE OR REPAIR THE SELF-CLOSING DOORS THAT IS MISSING OR DEFECTIVE HINGES AT ENTRANCE TO BUILDING AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORY2024-11-29T00:00:00.000Z
2024-10-16BCloseNone1B§ 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE CEILING LIGHT FIXTURE IN THE 2nd PRIVATE HALLWAY FROM EAST LOCATED AT APT 1B, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST , SECTION ''WEST''2024-11-19T00:00:00.000Z
2024-10-16CCloseNone1B§ 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE SPRING BALANCE AT LOWER SASH WINDOW TO WEST WALL IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 1B, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST , SECTION ''WEST''2024-10-30T00:00:00.000Z
2024-10-16BCloseNone1B§ 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE MARBLE DOOR SADDLE AT WEST WALL IN THE 3rd BATHROOM FROM EAST AT CENTER LOCATED AT APT 1B, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST , SECTION ''WEST''2024-10-30T00:00:00.000Z
2024-10-16CCloseNone1B§ 27-2005 ADM CODE & 309 M/D LAW ABATE THE NUISANCE CONSISTING OF INADEQUATE WATER AT WASH BASIN EAST WALL IN THE 3rd BATHROOM FROM EAST AT NORTH LOCATED AT APT 1B, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST , SECTION ''WEST''2024-10-30T00:00:00.000Z
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311 Service Requests

Service requests made to 311 for 648 Howard Avenue. Data from NYC 311.

Created DateTypeDescriptionStatusAgencyResolution
2025-05-22 20:36APPLIANCEREFRIGERATOROpenHPD
2025-05-22 20:36APPLIANCEELECTRIC/GAS RANGEOpenHPD
2025-05-22 20:36GENERALCABINETOpenHPD
2025-05-02 20:27Drinking WaterIllness Caused by Drinking WaterClosedDOHMH
2025-04-16 08:37APPLIANCEREFRIGERATORClosedHPD
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DOB Complaints

Department of Buildings complaints regarding 648 Howard Avenue.

Complaint #FiledStatusCategoryInspection DateDisposition
37297262019-11-13CLOSEDBoiler: Defective/Inoperative/No Permit2019-11-21Oath Violation Served (2019-11-21)
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DOB Violations

Department of Buildings violations regarding 648 Howard Avenue.

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Indoor Environment Complaints (DOHMH)

The table below shows indoor environment complaints received regarding the conditions at 648 Howard Avenue. 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 648 Howard 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
2025-05-020002023-11-012024-10-31
2024-05-160002022-11-012023-10-31
2023-03-300002021-11-012022-10-31
2022-06-030002020-11-012021-10-31
2021-04-260002019-11-012020-10-31
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Rodent Inspections

Recent rodent inspection results for 648 Howard Avenue. Data from NYC DOHMH.

DateTypeResult
2023-09-07InitialPassed
2022-07-11InitialPassed
2021-04-07InitialRat Activity
2020-08-19InitialPassed
2019-12-18InitialPassed
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HPD Litigation Explanation

The table below shows the HPD litigation records for 648 Howard 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 648 Howard 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 648 Howard Avenue. Data from ECB.

DateNumberRespondentDescriptionStatusPenaltyBalance Due
2019-11-2139013294KHOWARD AVENUE ASSOCIATES#1 HW STORAGE TANK IS DEFECTIVE-#2 HW STORAGE TANK IS LEAKING-THE RE CIRCULATOR IS LEAKING; CORRECT VIOLATIONS AND SUBMIT THE CERTIFICATE OF CORRECTIONRESOLVE310.00.0
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Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) Explanation

The table below shows the Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) records for 648 Howard 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 648 Howard 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 648 Howard 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 648 Howard 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 648 Howard Avenue. Data includes sale date, price, buyer, and seller.

DatePriceBuyerSeller

Asbestos Records

Asbestos abatement filings and records for 648 Howard 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.

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Water Connections

Water connection permits and records for 648 Howard Avenue. Data includes connection type, date, and status.

MaterialRecord Type

Elevator Permits

Elevator permit records for 648 Howard Avenue. Data includes permit type, issue date, and status.

TypeIssue DateStatus

Landmark Violations

Landmark preservation violations for 648 Howard 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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