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259 Ridgewood Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11208

2
DOB Complaints
4
311 Housing Calls
87
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 259 Ridgewood Avenue

259 Ridgewood Avenue is a three-story, three-unit "New Law Tenement" building constructed in 1910 and currently owned by Rodney Bastien. The property has experienced several significant maintenance issues in recent years, with the most pressing concerns centering around heat and hot water systems, as evidenced by a December 2022 emergency complaint that was promptly addressed by the Department of Housing Preservation and Development.

A notable cluster of violations emerged in August 2019, including problems with safety equipment (smoke and carbon monoxide detectors), door security, plumbing systems, and fire escape access. The building has also faced ongoing compliance issues regarding bedbug reporting, with open violations from 2022 through 2024 related to the failure to file mandatory annual reports.

The property's maintenance history shows some improvement in certain areas, with recent rodent inspections (2017 and 2012) generally passing, though there was one failure in 2012 for unspecified reasons. Two complaints regarding unauthorized work in occupied multiple dwelling units were investigated in 2022 but resulted in no violations being found at the time of inspection. The building's documented history suggests a pattern of reactive maintenance rather than preventive measures, with multiple emergency complaints recorded and several open violations as of 2023-2024, particularly concerning bedbug reporting requirements and various safety and maintenance issues primarily affecting the third-floor unit.

Last updated: July 27, 2025
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259 Ridgewood Avenue Building Overview

Renter Risk Rating

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

Building Characteristics

Total units 3
Year built 1910
Total area 3252 sq ft
Floors 3
Tax Abatements None
Building Class NEW LAW TENEMENT
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Key Building Statistics

2
DOB Complaints
Complaints filed with the Department of Buildings in the last 7 years.
87
Housing Violations
Class B & C housing maintenance code violations.
4
311 Housing Calls
Housing-related 311 service requests in the last 7 years.
14
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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259 Ridgewood Avenue 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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259 Ridgewood Avenue Rent Control Status

Year Built
Built before 1974
Units
Less 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 259 Ridgewood 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
2022-12-282022-12-31Heat/hot Water-Entire BuildingEmergencyCLOSE
2019-08-222019-08-30Unsanitary Condition-PestsNon EmergencyCLOSE
2019-08-222019-08-30Safety-Smoke DetectorEmergencyCLOSE
2019-08-222019-08-30Safety-Carbon Monoxide DetectorEmergencyCLOSE
2019-08-222019-08-30Door/window-DoorEmergencyCLOSE
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Housing Maintenance Code Violations

This table shows violations of the NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) issued by HPD for 259 Ridgewood 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
2024-04-11AOpenNoneNone(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
2023-03-24AOpenNoneNone(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
2022-03-01AOpenNoneNone(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
2021-04-12ACloseNoneNone(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
2019-08-27AOpenNoneNone§ 27-2005 ADM CODE REPLACE WITH NEW THE MISSING SAFETY COVERS/CAPS AT ELECTRICAL OUTLETS AT EAST WALL AT PUBLIC HALL, 3rd STORYNone
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311 Service Requests

Service requests made to 311 for 259 Ridgewood Avenue. Data from NYC 311.

Created DateTypeDescriptionStatusAgencyResolution
2022-12-28 19:46HEAT/HOT WATERENTIRE BUILDINGClosedHPD
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DOB Complaints

Department of Buildings complaints regarding 259 Ridgewood Avenue.

Complaint #FiledStatusCategoryInspection DateDisposition
38748742022-09-22CLOSEDWork Without a Permit – Occupied Multiple Dwelling2022-09-22No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2022-09-22)
38573262022-06-03CLOSEDWork Without a Permit – Occupied Multiple Dwelling2022-06-03No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2022-06-03)
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DOB Violations

Department of Buildings violations regarding 259 Ridgewood Avenue.

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Indoor Environment Complaints (DOHMH)

The table below shows indoor environment complaints received regarding the conditions at 259 Ridgewood 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 259 Ridgewood 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
2021-06-100002019-11-012020-10-31
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Rodent Inspections

Recent rodent inspection results for 259 Ridgewood Avenue. Data from NYC DOHMH.

DateTypeResult
2017-03-23InitialPassed
2012-10-11CompliancePassed
2012-08-20InitialFailed for Other R
2012-03-23InitialPassed
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HPD Litigation Explanation

The table below shows the HPD litigation records for 259 Ridgewood 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 259 Ridgewood 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 259 Ridgewood Avenue. 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 259 Ridgewood 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 259 Ridgewood 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 259 Ridgewood 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

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Sales Records

Sales transactions for 259 Ridgewood Avenue. Data includes sale date, price, buyer, and seller.

DatePriceBuyerSeller

Asbestos Records

Asbestos abatement filings and records for 259 Ridgewood 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.

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 259 Ridgewood Avenue. Data includes connection type, date, and status.

MaterialRecord Type

Elevator Permits

Elevator permit records for 259 Ridgewood Avenue. Data includes permit type, issue date, and status.

TypeIssue DateStatus

Landmark Violations

Landmark preservation violations for 259 Ridgewood 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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