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231 Ocean Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11225

7
DOB Complaints
119
311 Housing Calls
79
Housing Violations
3
Permits

Risk Assessment

25
High Risk

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

Our AI predicts there is a 25% chance of no major maintenance issues.
Augrented Insights Report for 231 Ocean Avenue

231 Ocean Avenue, also known as a New Law Tenement, is a 6-story, 66-unit building constructed in 1926 and currently owned by Margareta Miller. The property has experienced persistent heating and hot water system issues throughout 2025, with eight separate complaints filed between January 18 and February 11, all relating to building-wide heating and hot water failures. While some of these complaints were resolved following inspections, several were closed due to inability to gain apartment access.

The building is also facing maintenance challenges in specific units, particularly apartment 4A, which has multiple open violations from an October 2024 inspection including issues with a missing closet door, defective plaster surfaces, window problems, electrical outlet issues, and inadequate hot water supply. Apartment 6K has open violations from October 2023 related to lead paint hazards, roof leaks, and missing window guards. Historically, the building has had various maintenance and safety concerns, including elevator issues in 2022 (multiple devices and no alternate service complaints), and a significant number of Housing Maintenance Code violations were recorded throughout 2023-2025.

The property has maintained a clean record regarding bedbugs and rodents, passing inspections in 2017, 2019, and 2022, with no reported infestations in the past five years. Two complaints regarding access to building systems and areas were filed in December 2023, and there are several open Department of Buildings violations from 2019-2020 related to elevator defects and energy efficiency score display requirements. The most recent inspected issues include concerns about the building's roof and various maintenance problems, with some violations still categorized as "Open" as of 2024. The building's history shows a pattern of recurring maintenance issues, particularly regarding the heating system and various apartment-specific problems, though many emergency complaints have been addressed through inspections and follow-up actions.

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

Renter Risk Rating

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

Building Characteristics

Total units 66
Year built 1926
Total area 58332 sq ft
Floors 6
Tax Abatements None
Building Class NEW LAW TENEMENT
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Key Building Statistics

7
DOB Complaints
Complaints filed with the Department of Buildings in the last 7 years.
79
Housing Violations
Class B & C housing maintenance code violations.
119
311 Housing Calls
Housing-related 311 service requests in the last 7 years.
4
Work Orders
Repair orders issued by city agencies.
4
ECB Violations
Environmental Control Board violations on record.
1
Evictions
Evictions executed by city marshalls.
0
Rodent Inspections
Rodent inspections conducted by DOHMH.
3
Building Permits
Permits issued by DOB in the last 7 years.

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231 Ocean 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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Date FiledCase TitleCourtLink
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231 Ocean Avenue Rent Control Status

Year Built
Built before 1974
Units
More than 6 units
RGB Registration
Registered
Tax Abatement
Tax abatement found
Year BuiltUnitsRGB RegistrationTax Abatement
Before 1974 >6 units Registered Found

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Housing Maintenance Code Complaints

This table shows complaints to 311 related to potential NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) for 231 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
2025-02-102025-02-13Heat/hot Water-Entire BuildingEmergencyCLOSE
2025-02-112025-02-13Heat/hot Water-Entire BuildingEmergencyCLOSE
2025-02-062025-02-10Heat/hot Water-Entire BuildingEmergencyCLOSE
2025-02-012025-02-04Heat/hot Water-Entire BuildingEmergencyCLOSE
2025-01-232025-01-28Heat/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 231 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
2024-10-10BOpenNone4A§ 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR CLOSET AT WEST WALL IN THE FOYER LOCATED AT APT 4A, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTHNone
2024-10-10BOpenNone4A§ 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE ELECTRICAL OUTLET AT EAST WALL IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 4A, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTHNone
2024-10-10BOpenNone4A§ 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE COUNTER BALANCE AT LOWER SASH WINDOW FROM EAST AT SOUTH WALL IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 4A, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTHNone
2024-10-10BOpenNone4A§ 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE GLASS PANE AT UPPER AND LOWER SASH WINDOW FROM EAST AT SOUTH WALL IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 4A, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTHNone
2024-10-10CCloseNone4A§ 27-2024 ADM CODE PROVIDE ADEQUATE SUPPLY OF HOT WATER FOR THE FIXTURES .. IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 4A, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTHNone
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311 Service Requests

Service requests made to 311 for 231 Ocean Avenue. Data from NYC 311.

Created DateTypeDescriptionStatusAgencyResolution
2025-02-11 14:22HEAT/HOT WATERENTIRE BUILDINGClosedHPD
2025-02-10 17:50HEAT/HOT WATERENTIRE BUILDINGClosedHPD
2025-02-06 05:43HEAT/HOT WATERENTIRE BUILDINGClosedHPD
2025-02-01 16:09HEAT/HOT WATERENTIRE BUILDINGClosedHPD
2025-01-25 11:34HEAT/HOT WATERENTIRE BUILDINGClosedHPD
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DOB Complaints

Department of Buildings complaints regarding 231 Ocean Avenue.

Complaint #FiledStatusCategoryInspection DateDisposition
39376142023-12-04CLOSEDWork Without a Permit – Occupied Multiple Dwelling2023-12-05Inspector Unable To Gain Access – 2nd Final Attempt (2023-12-05)
39376202023-12-04CLOSEDAfter Hours Work – Illegal2023-12-07Access Denied – 2nd Attempt (2023-12-07)
38766762022-10-04CLOSEDElevator: Multiple Devices on Property2022-10-04Oath Violation Served (2022-10-04)
38551692022-05-19CLOSEDElevator: Single Device on Property/No Alternate Service2022-06-06No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2022-06-07)
38416122022-04-26CLOSEDIllegal Hotel Rooms in Residential Buildings2022-05-16No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2022-05-16)
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DOB Violations

Department of Buildings violations regarding 231 Ocean Avenue.

Date IssuedCategoryDescriptionStatusComments
2024-12-01V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEFAILURE TO DISPLAY ENERGY EFFICIENCY SCORE AND ENERGY EFFICIENCY GRADE AS PER ADCODE SEC. 28-309.12.3
2020-04-08V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVE
2020-04-08V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVE
2019-10-01V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSEDFAILED TO FILE CYCLE 1 TECHNICAL REPORT BY 12/31/2018 PER RCNY 103-09MTA IS TAKING RESPONSIBILITY FOR OWNER- SHIP OF RW"2020-05-11
2019-09-06V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEVIO ISSUED TO ELEVATOR - FAIL TO CORRECT DEFECTS ON 2017 CAT 1 INSP/TST TST
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Indoor Environment Complaints (DOHMH)

The table below shows indoor environment complaints received regarding the conditions at 231 Ocean 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 231 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
2023-12-210002022-11-012023-10-31
2023-03-220002021-11-012022-10-31
2022-05-020002020-11-012021-10-31
2021-04-190002019-11-012020-10-31
2019-02-270002017-11-012018-11-30
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Rodent Inspections

Recent rodent inspection results for 231 Ocean Avenue. Data from NYC DOHMH.

DateTypeResult
2022-03-04InitialPassed
2019-02-08InitialPassed
2017-09-22InitialPassed
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HPD Litigation Explanation

The table below shows the HPD litigation records for 231 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 231 Ocean 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 231 Ocean Avenue. Data from ECB.

DateNumberRespondentDescriptionStatusPenaltyBalance Due
2022-10-0439071327NOCEAN152 LLCPROVIDE KEYS TO ACCESS BASMENT., PROVIDE KEYS TO ACCESS ELEVATOR MOTOR ROOM., PROVIDE KEYS TO ACCESS PIT., PROVIDE KEYS TO ACCES ROOF., PROVIDE KEYS TO ACCESS OVERHEAD ROOM.RESOLVE0.00.0
2022-10-0439071328POCEAN152 LLCPROVIDE KEYS TO ACCESS BASMENT., PROVIDE KEYS TO ACCESS ELEVATOR MOTOR ROOM., PROVIDE KEYS TO ACCESS PIT., PROVIDE MISSING IN-CASE OF FIRE SIGN ON 4TH FLOOR., PROVIDE KEYS TO ACCES ROOF., PROVIDE KEYS TO ACCESSRESOLVE0.00.0
2018-03-1435310623HOCEAN 152 LLCFAILURE TO PROVIDE UNOBSTRUCTED EXIT PASSAGEWAY. OBSERVED @ FRONT YARD, FIRE ESCAPE DROP DOWN LADDER LEADS TO GARDEN AREA, ENCLOSED W/ METAL FENCE W/ A GATE @ THE END OF THE FENCE, HOWEVER OBSERVED TOO MANY TRERESOLVE1250.00.0
2018-03-1435310624JOCEAN 152 LLCSEC: PC 1101.11. FAILURE TO COMPLY W/ SITE GRADING REQUIREMENT/SITE GRADING CAUSED/CONTRIBUTED TO IMPROPER STORM WATER RUN-OFF TO ADJACENT PROPERTY/SIDEWALK. OBSERVED @ EXP#1 OF 6 STORY BLDG, RECENTLY INSTALLEDRESOLVE620.00.0
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Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) Explanation

The table below shows the Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) records for 231 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 231 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 231 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 231 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
Tax ClassMonthWater OnlyAmountCycle
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Sales Records

Sales transactions for 231 Ocean Avenue. Data includes sale date, price, buyer, and seller.

DatePriceBuyerSeller

Asbestos Records

Asbestos abatement filings and records for 231 Ocean 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.

TypeIssue DateExpiration
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Water Connections

Water connection permits and records for 231 Ocean Avenue. Data includes connection type, date, and status.

MaterialRecord Type

Elevator Permits

Elevator permit records for 231 Ocean Avenue. Data includes permit type, issue date, and status.

TypeIssue DateStatus

Landmark Violations

Landmark preservation violations for 231 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.

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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