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196 Amboy Street, Brooklyn, NY 11212

3
DOB Complaints
1
311 Housing Calls
2
Housing Violations
3
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 196 Amboy Street

196 Amboy Street is a 20-unit, 4-story New Law tenement building constructed in 1930 in the Brownsville neighborhood, currently owned by Joel Shafran. The building has experienced recurring heating and hot water issues, with documented emergency complaints for the entire building occurring regularly from 2018 through 2025, with the most recent complaint filed in April 2025.

Specific heating and hot water violations were recorded in apartments 23 (2018) and 38 (2019), though these were subsequently closed. In 2023, the building faced several safety and compliance issues, including multiple violations related to emergency lighting, exit doors, and electrical system installation. The Department of Buildings issued five ECB violations in February 2023 concerning improper support of electrical conduits, unpermitted installations, and emergency lighting deficiencies, resulting in fines totaling $2,912.

The building's inspection history shows a pattern of rodent activity, with multiple failed inspections and bait applications between 2022-2025, though the most recent rodent inspection in May 2025 passed. While the building has had one documented bedbug incident (in 2023), recent filings from 2024-2025 show no current infestations. Two low-pressure inspection violations from 2018 and 2021 were dismissed, and the most recent rodent inspection in May 2025 passed, suggesting some improvements in maintenance standards.

Last updated: July 27, 2025
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196 Amboy Street Building Overview

Renter Risk Rating

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

Building Characteristics

Total units 20
Year built 1930
Total area 21120 sq ft
Floors 4
Tax Abatements None
Building Class NEW LAW TENEMENT
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Key Building Statistics

3
DOB Complaints
Complaints filed with the Department of Buildings in the last 7 years.
2
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.
8
ECB Violations
Environmental Control Board violations on record.
0
Evictions
Evictions executed by city marshalls.
13
Rodent Inspections
Rodent inspections conducted by DOHMH.
3
Building Permits
Permits issued by DOB in the last 7 years.

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196 Amboy Street Landlord Information

HPD Registration Contacts

Contact data is from NYC HPD building registration.

RoleNameAddress

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AddressUnitsCode ViolationsRisk Rating

Landlord Court Records

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Date FiledCase TitleCourtLink
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196 Amboy 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 196 Amboy 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
2025-04-212025-04-22Heat/hot Water-Entire BuildingEmergencyCLOSE
2022-01-122022-01-19Heat/hot Water-Entire BuildingEmergencyCLOSE
2021-12-282021-12-29Heat/hot Water-Entire BuildingEmergencyCLOSE
2020-03-162020-03-17Heat/hot Water-Entire BuildingEmergencyCLOSE
2020-02-282020-03-02Heat/hot Water-Entire BuildingEmergencyCLOSE
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Housing Maintenance Code Violations

This table shows violations of the NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) issued by HPD for 196 Amboy 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
2019-01-22CCloseNone38§ 27-2005 ADM CODE & 309 M/D LAW ABATE THE NUISANCE CONSISTING OF HOT WATER EXCEEDING THE MAXIMUM TEMPERATURE OF 130 DEGREES F AT ALL HOT WATER FIXTURES IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 38, 4th STORY2019-01-31T00:00:00.000Z
2018-01-08CCloseNone23§ 27-2029 ADM CODE PROVIDE AN ADEQUATE SUPPLY OF HEAT FOR THE APARTMENT IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 23, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EASTNone
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311 Service Requests

Service requests made to 311 for 196 Amboy Street. Data from NYC 311.

Created DateTypeDescriptionStatusAgencyResolution
2022-01-12 08:03HEAT/HOT WATERENTIRE BUILDINGClosedHPD
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DOB Complaints

Department of Buildings complaints regarding 196 Amboy Street.

Complaint #FiledStatusCategoryInspection DateDisposition
2025-05-20CLOSEDSemi-Annual Homeless Shelter Inspection: Construction2025-05-20No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2025-05-21)
38920412023-02-02CLOSEDSemi-Annual Homeless Shelter Inspection: Electrical2023-02-03Oath Violation Served (2023-02-07)
38919942023-02-01CLOSEDSemi-Annual Homeless Shelter Inspection: Construction2023-02-15Oath Violation Served (2023-02-17)
38354192022-03-14CLOSEDSemi-Annual Homeless Shelter Inspection: Construction2022-03-11Oath Violation Served (2022-03-22)
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DOB Violations

Department of Buildings violations regarding 196 Amboy Street.

Date IssuedCategoryDescriptionStatusComments
2023-06-30V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSEDVIOLATION ISSUED-FAILURE TO FILE 2021 EXTERNAL LOW PRESSURE INSPECTIONCIANOW CRM Violation Dismissed2024-09-24
2023-06-20V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSEDVIOLATION ISSUED-FAILURE TO FILE 2018 EXTERNAL LOW PRESSURE INSPECTIONCIANOW CRM Violation Dismissed2024-03-11
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Indoor Environment Complaints (DOHMH)

The table below shows indoor environment complaints received regarding the conditions at 196 Amboy 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 196 Amboy 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
2025-05-120002023-11-012024-10-31
2024-08-160002022-11-012023-10-31
2023-12-041102022-11-012023-10-31
2023-03-140002021-11-012022-10-31
2022-01-190002020-11-012021-10-31
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Rodent Inspections

Recent rodent inspection results for 196 Amboy Street. Data from NYC DOHMH.

DateTypeResult
2025-05-20InitialPassed
2024-01-19ComplianceFailed for Other R
2023-11-30BAITBait applied
2023-10-24ComplianceRat Activity
2023-07-25BAITBait applied
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HPD Litigation Explanation

The table below shows the HPD litigation records for 196 Amboy 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 196 Amboy 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 196 Amboy Street. Data from ECB.

DateNumberRespondentDescriptionStatusPenaltyBalance Due
2023-02-0139079006ZAMBOY DEVELOPMENT WEST LLI OBSERVED THROUGHOUT THE BASEMENT THE IMPROPER SUPPORT OF CONDUITS AND CABLE ASSEMBLIES WITH BAND-IRON. THIS IS NOT AN APPROVED METHOD OF SUPPORT FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS., SECURE/SUPPORT PER ECRESOLVE2000.00.0
2023-02-0139079734RAMBOY DEVELOPMENT WEST LLOBSERVED: AT CELLAR LEVEL, EXIT DOORS, ILLEGAL HARDWARE WAS INSTALLED BLOCKING EASY EVACUATION IN EMERGENCY CASE, PROVIDE LEGAL HARDWARERESOLVE312.00.0
2023-02-0139079004PAMBOY DEVELOPMENT WEST LLI OBSERVED ON ALL FLOORS THE INSTALLATION OF CONDUITS, BRANCH CIRCUIT WIRING AND EMERGENCY LIGHTS WITHOUT A PERMIT ON FILE IN DOB RECORDS. PLEASE NOTE THAT THE ISSUANCE OF A MAINTENANCE PERMIT COVERS THE REPAIRRESOLVE0.00.0
2023-02-0139079003NAMBOY DEVELOPMENT WEST LLI OBSERVED ON ALL FLOORS THE FAILURE TO USE A JUNCTION BOX TO INSTALL POWER TO THE NEW EMERGENCY LIGHTS, THE USE OF THE CEILING LIGHT AS A RACEWAY IS NOT PERMITTED., PERFORM PROPER INSTALLATION; INSTALL LIGHTSRESOLVE0.00.0
2023-02-0139079005RAMBOY DEVELOPMENT WEST LLI OBSERVED IN THE BASEMENT MAINTENANCE STORAGE ROOM FAILURE TO TERMINATE BX CABLING TO JUNCTION AND OUTLET ALSO THE WALL MOUNTED LIGHTS. ALL RACEWAYS AND CABLE ASSEMBLIES MUST BE TERMINATED WITH THE PROPER FITTRESOLVE600.00.0
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Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) Explanation

The table below shows the Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) records for 196 Amboy 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 196 Amboy 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 196 Amboy 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 196 Amboy 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
Tax ClassMonthWater OnlyAmountCycle
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Case NumberDateTypeStatusDetails

Sales Records

Sales transactions for 196 Amboy Street. Data includes sale date, price, buyer, and seller.

DatePriceBuyerSeller

Asbestos Records

Asbestos abatement filings and records for 196 Amboy 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.

DateTypeResult
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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 196 Amboy Street. Data includes connection type, date, and status.

MaterialRecord Type

Elevator Permits

Elevator permit records for 196 Amboy Street. Data includes permit type, issue date, and status.

TypeIssue DateStatus

Landmark Violations

Landmark preservation violations for 196 Amboy 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.

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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