Building and Landlord Data Analysis Report

17 Van Siclen Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11207

8
DOB Complaints
184
311 Housing Calls
113
Housing Violations
0
Permits

Risk Assessment

60
Moderate Risk

This building shows some maintenance concerns that warrant attention.

Our AI predicts there is a 60% chance of no major maintenance issues.
Augrented Insights Report for 17 Van Siclen Avenue

The 4-story, 26-unit New Law Tenement building at 17 Van Siclen Avenue in Cypress Hills, owned by Ciporah Greenfield and constructed in 1930, has experienced several maintenance issues in recent years, particularly in 2025. The most frequent complaints have been related to unsanitary conditions, specifically regarding garbage and recycling storage, with multiple reports filed between January and June 2025.

The building has also faced several emergency and non-emergency violations related to safety concerns, including issues with fire escapes, flooring, stairs, and smoke detectors recorded between June 2025 and earlier maintenance inspections in 2024. Significant building systems concerns emerged in late 2023 regarding the boiler, with multiple complaints about defective/inoperative equipment and failure to provide inspection access, resulting in at least one active Environmental Control Board violation with a $500 penalty.

In December 2024, building inspectors noted several violations requiring attention, including problems with self-closing doors, discarded appliances in hallways, and a variety of maintenance issues in apartment 6B, including water leaks, peeling paint, and plaster damage. The building has shown consistent compliance in rodent inspections, with only one instance of rat activity noted in October 2024, while bedbug reports from 2021 through 2025 consistently show zero infested units. The property's history of 311 service requests and Housing Maintenance Code violations suggests ongoing maintenance challenges, particularly regarding building cleanliness and systems upkeep, though many violations have been closed after inspections.

Last updated: July 27, 2025
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17 Van Siclen AvenueBuilding Overview

Renter Risk Rating

This building is in the riskiest 10% of buildings in Cypress Hills.

Building Characteristics

Total units 26
Year built 1930
Total area 20596 sq ft
Floors 4
Tax Abatements None
Building Class NEW LAW TENEMENT
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Key Building Statistics

8
DOB Complaints
Complaints filed with the Department of Buildings in the last 7 years.
113
Housing Violations
Class B & C housing maintenance code violations.
184
311 Housing Calls
Housing-related 311 service requests in the last 7 years.
4
Work Orders
Repair orders issued by city agencies.
2
ECB Violations
Environmental Control Board violations on record.
0
Evictions
Evictions executed by city marshalls.
3
Rodent Inspections
Rodent inspections conducted by DOHMH.
0
Building Permits
Permits issued by DOB in the last 7 years.

Included Addresses

  • 73 Arlington Ave, New York, NY 11207
  • 17 Van Siclen Ave, New York, NY 11207

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17 Van Siclen Avenue Landlord Information

HPD Registration Contacts

Contact data is from NYC HPD building registration.

RoleNameAddress

Landlord Portfolio

Other NYC buildings registered to this landlord.

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Landlord Court Records

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17 Van Siclen Avenue Rent Control Status

Year Built
Built before 1974
Units
More than 6 units
RGB Registration
Registered
Tax Abatement
None found
Year BuiltUnitsRGB RegistrationTax Abatement
Before 1974 >6 units 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 17 Van Siclen 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
2025-06-272025-07-10Safety-Fire EscapeEmergencyCLOSE
2025-06-302025-07-10Unsanitary Condition-Garbage/recycling StorageNon EmergencyCLOSE
2025-06-302025-07-10Flooring/stairs-FloorNon EmergencyCLOSE
2025-06-302025-07-10Flooring/stairs-StairsEmergencyCLOSE
2025-06-292025-07-02Safety-Smoke DetectorEmergencyCLOSE
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Housing Maintenance Code Violations

This table shows violations of the NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) issued by HPD for 17 Van Siclen 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
2024-12-27CCloseNoneNone§ 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 BULKHEAD DOOR AT PUBLIC HALL, 4th STORY2025-01-02T00:00:00.000Z
2024-12-27CCloseNoneNone§ 27-2005 ADM CODE & 309 M/D LAW ABATE THE NUISANCE CONSISTING OF DISCARDED REFRIGERATOR WITH DOORS INTACT AT PUBLIC HALL, 2nd STORY2025-01-02T00:00:00.000Z
2024-12-27BCloseNoneNone§ 27-2005, 2007 ADM CODE REMOVE ALL ENCUMBRANCES CONSISTING OF DISCARD REFRIGERATOR WITHOUT DOORS AT PUBLIC HALL, 4th STORY2025-01-02T00:00:00.000Z
2024-12-27BCloseNoneNone§ 27-2005 HMC: REFIT BULKHEAD DOOR TO THE ROOF AT PUBLIC HALL, 4th STORY2025-01-02T00:00:00.000Z
2024-12-27CCloseNoneNone§ 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 VESTIBULE DOOR AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORY2025-01-02T00:00:00.000Z
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311 Service Requests

Service requests made to 311 for 17 Van Siclen Avenue. Data from NYC 311.

Created DateTypeDescriptionStatusAgencyResolution
2025-05-15 02:23UNSANITARY CONDITIONGARBAGE/RECYCLING STORAGEClosedHPD
2025-05-15 02:16UNSANITARY CONDITIONGARBAGE/RECYCLING STORAGEClosedHPD
2025-05-15 02:16UNSANITARY CONDITIONGARBAGE/RECYCLING STORAGEClosedHPD
2025-04-20 10:35UNSANITARY CONDITIONGARBAGE/RECYCLING STORAGEClosedHPD
2025-03-26 12:27UNSANITARY CONDITIONGARBAGE/RECYCLING STORAGEClosedHPD
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DOB Complaints

Department of Buildings complaints regarding 17 Van Siclen Avenue.

Complaint #FiledStatusCategoryInspection DateDisposition
39311342023-10-14CLOSEDBoiler: Defective/Inoperative/No Permit2023-10-17Oath Violation Served (2023-10-17)
39305092023-10-10CLOSEDBoiler: Defective/Inoperative/No Permit2023-10-17Please See Complaint Number (2023-10-17)
39303942023-10-08CLOSEDBoiler: Defective/Inoperative/No Permit2023-10-17Please See Complaint Number (2023-10-17)
39292102023-09-29CLOSEDDebris – Excessive2023-10-19No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2023-10-24)
39266742023-09-12CLOSEDWall/Retaining Wall – Bulging/Cracked2023-09-28No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2023-09-28)
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DOB Violations

Department of Buildings violations regarding 17 Van Siclen Avenue.

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Indoor Environment Complaints (DOHMH)

The table below shows indoor environment complaints received regarding the conditions at 17 Van Siclen 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 17 Van Siclen 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
2025-06-160002023-11-012024-10-31
2024-03-180002022-11-012023-10-31
2022-12-200002021-11-012022-10-31
2022-02-080002020-11-012021-10-31
2021-04-200002019-11-012020-10-31
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Rodent Inspections

Recent rodent inspection results for 17 Van Siclen Avenue. Data from NYC DOHMH.

DateTypeResult
2024-11-14CompliancePassed
2024-10-13InitialRat Activity
2024-03-04InitialPassed
2023-10-04InitialPassed
2022-12-12InitialPassed
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HPD Litigation Explanation

The table below shows the HPD litigation records for 17 Van Siclen Avenue. The information includes the open date, case type, status, judgement, penalty and whether harassment was found. The data is sourced from HPD.

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Open DateCase TypeStatusJudgementPenaltyHarassment found
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OATH Cases Explanation

The table below shows the Office of Administrative Trials and Hearings cases for 17 Van Siclen 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 17 Van Siclen Avenue. Data from ECB.

DateNumberRespondentDescriptionStatusPenaltyBalance Due
2023-10-1739097188H17 VAN SICLEN REALTY LLCFAILURE TO PROVIDE ACCESS TO BOILER FOR INSPECTION;HMC 27-2033/I RANG SUPER BELL TOLD HIM I WAS HERE TO INSPECT BOILER HE SAID OK AND NEVER CAME TO GIVE ME ACCESS I CALLED HIS PHONE AND LEFT A MESSAGE NO RESPONACTIVE500.00.0
2023-05-0239085177Y17 VAN SICLEN REALTY LLCFAILURE TO PROVIDE ACCESS TO BOILER FOR INSPECTION HMC27-2033;I WAS WITH THE SUPER HE SAID I CALLED PROPERTY MGR HE IS COMING TO LET YOU IN I HAVE TO TAKE THE MY SON TO SCHOOL-I WAITED 45MIN NO ONE SHOWED UP IRESOLVE0.00.0
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Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) Explanation

The table below shows the Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) records for 17 Van Siclen 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 17 Van Siclen 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 17 Van Siclen 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 17 Van Siclen Avenue. Information includes tax class, month, water only flag, amount, and cycle. Data is sourced from NYC Department of Finance.

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Case NumberDateTypeStatusDetails

Sales Records

Sales transactions for 17 Van Siclen Avenue. Data includes sale date, price, buyer, and seller.

DatePriceBuyerSeller

Asbestos Records

Asbestos abatement filings and records for 17 Van Siclen 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 17 Van Siclen Avenue. Data includes connection type, date, and status.

MaterialRecord Type

Elevator Permits

Elevator permit records for 17 Van Siclen Avenue. Data includes permit type, issue date, and status.

TypeIssue DateStatus

Landmark Violations

Landmark preservation violations for 17 Van Siclen 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.

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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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