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163 Ocean Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11225

9
DOB Complaints
22
311 Housing Calls
29
Housing Violations
0
Permits

Risk Assessment

93
Low Risk

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

Our AI predicts there is a 93% chance of no major maintenance issues.
Augrented Insights Report for 163 Ocean Avenue

163 Ocean Avenue, a 6-story, 85-unit Class A apartment building built in 1930 in the Prospect-Lefferts Gardens neighborhood, has experienced several significant maintenance issues in recent years, particularly relating to heat and hot water systems. The building has seen multiple complaints regarding heat and hot water outages in 2024 and 2022, with the most recent being a 2025 complaint still in progress.

Apartment 2A has numerous open violations from May 2024, including inadequate hot water supply, defects in plastered surfaces and paint, wood damage, and an active roach infestation. The building has also faced construction-related issues, with ongoing concerns about lead dust in 2024 and indoor air quality problems. The property has a history of management challenges, with multiple complaints about work being done without proper permits between 2020 and 2025, though inspections generally found no violations.

Environmental concerns have been documented, including a 2020 violation for a defective low water cut-off system that resulted in a $310 penalty. While the building has maintained Bedbug-Free status since 2020 with no reported infestations in recent years, past rodent inspections from 2017 and 2019 passed successfully, suggesting some level of pest control has been maintained. The current owner, Joseph Borrero, has been in charge of addressing these ongoing maintenance issues, particularly the persistent problems with heat and water systems that seem to be recurring patterns in the building's complaint history.

Last updated: July 27, 2025
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163 Ocean Avenue Building Overview

Renter Risk Rating

This building is in the riskiest 10% of buildings in Prospect-Lefferts Gardens.

Building Characteristics

Total units 85
Year built 1930
Total area 118785 sq ft
Floors 6
Tax Abatements None
Building Class HEREAFTER ERECTED CLASS A
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Key Building Statistics

9
DOB Complaints
Complaints filed with the Department of Buildings in the last 7 years.
29
Housing Violations
Class B & C housing maintenance code violations.
22
311 Housing Calls
Housing-related 311 service requests in the last 7 years.
0
Work Orders
Repair orders issued by city agencies.
1
ECB Violations
Environmental Control Board violations on record.
0
Evictions
Evictions executed by city marshalls.
0
Rodent Inspections
Rodent inspections conducted by DOHMH.
0
Building Permits
Permits issued by DOB in the last 7 years.

Included Addresses

  • 163 Ocean Ave, New York, NY 11225
  • 163 Garage Ocean Ave, New York, NY 11225

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163 Ocean Avenue Landlord Information

HPD Registration Contacts

Contact data is from NYC HPD building registration.

RoleNameAddress

Landlord Portfolio

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Landlord Court Records

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163 Ocean 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 163 Ocean 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
2025-04-142025-04-16Heat/hot Water-Entire BuildingEmergencyCLOSE
2024-12-022024-12-07Paint/plaster-CeilingNon EmergencyCLOSE
2024-12-022024-12-07Plumbing-Basin/sinkNon EmergencyCLOSE
2024-12-022024-12-07Plumbing-Water SupplyNon EmergencyCLOSE
2024-12-022024-12-07General-CabinetNon EmergencyCLOSE
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Housing Maintenance Code Violations

This table shows violations of the NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) issued by HPD for 163 Ocean 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
2024-10-11CCloseNone2A§ 27-2031 ADM CODE PROVIDE HOT WATER AT ALL HOT WATER FIXTURES IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 2A, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST , SECTION AT WESTNone
2024-05-24COpenNone2AHMC ADM CODE: § 27-2017.4 ABATE THE INFESTATION CONSISTING OF ROACHES IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 2A, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST , SECTION ''WEST''None
2024-05-24BOpenNone2A§ 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR THE CEILING, NORTH AND SOUTH WALLS IN THE 2nd ROOM FROM NORTH LOCATED AT APT 2A, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST , SECTION ''WEST''None
2024-05-24BOpenNone2A§ 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE WOOD FLOOR AROUND RADIATOR IN THE 3rd ROOM FROM NORTH AT WEST LOCATED AT APT 2A, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST , SECTION ''WEST''None
2024-05-24BOpenNone2A§ 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR THE CEILING, WEST, EAST AND SOUTH WALLS IN THE 1st ROOM FROM NORTH LOCATED AT APT 2A, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST , SECTION ''WEST''None
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311 Service Requests

Service requests made to 311 for 163 Ocean Avenue. Data from NYC 311.

Created DateTypeDescriptionStatusAgencyResolution
2025-06-07 00:39Smoking or VapingAllowed in Smoke Free AreaIn ProgressDOHMH
2025-04-14 01:18HEAT/HOT WATERENTIRE BUILDINGClosedHPD
2024-09-14 17:32Construction Lead DustIn Common AreasIn ProgressDOHMH
2024-05-10 15:39HEAT/HOT WATERENTIRE BUILDINGClosedHPD
2024-04-18 13:11Indoor Air QualityDust from ConstructionClosedDOHMH
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DOB Complaints

Department of Buildings complaints regarding 163 Ocean Avenue.

Complaint #FiledStatusCategoryInspection DateDisposition
2025-03-21CLOSEDWork Without a Permit – Occupied Multiple Dwelling2025-03-24No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2025-03-24)
39811932024-10-18CLOSEDWork Without a Permit – Occupied Multiple Dwelling2024-10-18No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2024-10-18)
39602292024-05-13CLOSEDIllegal Conversion2024-10-04Access Denied – 2nd Attempt (2024-10-04)
39599792024-05-10CLOSEDWork Without a Permit – Occupied Multiple Dwelling2024-05-10No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2024-05-10)
39591002024-05-03CLOSEDWork Without a Permit – Occupied Multiple Dwelling2024-05-03No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2024-05-06)
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DOB Violations

Department of Buildings violations regarding 163 Ocean Avenue.

Date IssuedCategoryDescriptionStatusComments
2020-04-04V*-DOB VIOLATION - ResolvedPPN203 AOC SUB ON 11/5/2020 BY:MIDTOWN ELEV. SALVATORE RIGNOLA, CERT #2380012020-12-30
2020-04-04V*-DOB VIOLATION - ResolvedPPN203 AOC SUB ON 081022 BY MIDTOWN EL CO SALVATORE RIGNOLA CERT 2380012022-08-11
2019-10-01V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSEDFAILED TO FILE CYCLE 1 TECHNICAL REPORT BY 12/31/2018 PER RCNY 103-09MTA IS TAKING RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE OWNERSHIP OF RW.2020-05-07
2019-03-10V*-DOB VIOLATION - ResolvedPPN203 AOC SUB ON 10/2/2020 BY:MIDTOWN SALVATORE RIGNOLA, CERT #2380012020-10-30
2019-03-10V*-DOB VIOLATION - ResolvedPPN203 AOC SUB ON 10/2/2020 BY:MIDTOWN SALVATORE RIGNOLA, CERT #2380012020-10-30
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Indoor Environment Complaints (DOHMH)

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Bedbug Infestations

The table below shows the bedbug reports filed by the landlord for 163 Ocean 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
2024-12-190002023-11-012024-10-31
2023-12-110002022-11-012023-10-31
2022-12-060002021-11-012022-10-31
2021-12-010002020-11-012021-10-31
2021-04-230002019-11-012020-10-31
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Rodent Inspections

Recent rodent inspection results for 163 Ocean Avenue. Data from NYC DOHMH.

DateTypeResult
2019-02-08InitialPassed
2017-09-22InitialPassed
2017-08-25InitialPassed
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HPD Litigation Explanation

The table below shows the HPD litigation records for 163 Ocean 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 163 Ocean Avenue. The information includes the date, agency, respondent, charge, result, penalty, and status. The data is sourced from OATH.

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DateAgencyRespondentChargeResultPenaltyStatus
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ECB Violations

Environmental Control Board violations for 163 Ocean Avenue. Data from ECB.

DateNumberRespondentDescriptionStatusPenaltyBalance Due
2020-05-2939022986X163 OCEAN TENANTS CORNO MANUAL RESET LOW WATER CUT OFF.RESOLVE310.00.0
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Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) Explanation

The table below shows the Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) records for 163 Ocean 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 163 Ocean 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 163 Ocean 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 163 Ocean 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
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Sales Records

Sales transactions for 163 Ocean Avenue. Data includes sale date, price, buyer, and seller.

DatePriceBuyerSeller

Asbestos Records

Asbestos abatement filings and records for 163 Ocean Avenue. Data includes filing date, type, and status.

Start DateEnd DateStatusProcedureFloor

Fire Violations

Violations issued by the Fire Department for this property.

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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 163 Ocean Avenue. Data includes connection type, date, and status.

MaterialRecord Type

Elevator Permits

Elevator permit records for 163 Ocean Avenue. Data includes permit type, issue date, and status.

TypeIssue DateStatus

Landmark Violations

Landmark preservation violations for 163 Ocean 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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