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5 East 21st Street, Brooklyn, NY 11226

1
DOB Complaints
629
311 Housing Calls
150
Housing Violations
0
Permits

Risk Assessment

82
Low Risk

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

Our AI predicts there is a 82% chance of no major maintenance issues.
Augrented Insights Report for 5 East 21st Street

5 East 21st Street is a 4-story, 12-unit New Law tenement building constructed in 1910, currently owned by Ismael Rioja. The building has experienced significant and persistent issues with its heating and hot water systems in recent months, with ten complaints filed between April and May 2025, all involving loss of heat or hot water throughout the entire building.

While inspections generally confirmed restoration of service during or shortly after the complaints, the frequency and nature of these issues indicate a troubling pattern of heating system reliability concerns. The building has also undergone regular rodent control efforts, with monthly bait applications recorded throughout 2024 and into 2025, and at least two inspections showing rat activity in early 2025. In addition to these pressing issues, there are multiple outstanding violations associated with Apartment 2A, noted during a December 2024 inspection.

These violations (classified as A and B) include requirements to repair water leaks, address water damage, fix broken flooring, correct tile grout issues, and repair electrical problems in various rooms and spaces. The building's maintenance history shows a single boiler-related complaint from December 2020, though access was not granted for inspection. On a positive note, the building has maintained a record of zero reported bedbug infestations over the past five reporting periods (2019-2024), suggesting effective pest management in this regard.

Last updated: July 27, 2025
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5 East 21st StreetBuilding Overview

Renter Risk Rating

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

Building Characteristics

Total units 12
Year built 1910
Total area 14400 sq ft
Floors 4
Tax Abatements None
Building Class NEW LAW TENEMENT
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Key Building Statistics

1
DOB Complaints
Complaints filed with the Department of Buildings in the last 7 years.
150
Housing Violations
Class B & C housing maintenance code violations.
629
311 Housing Calls
Housing-related 311 service requests in the last 7 years.
5
Work Orders
Repair orders issued by city agencies.
0
ECB Violations
Environmental Control Board violations on record.
0
Evictions
Evictions executed by city marshalls.
7
Rodent Inspections
Rodent inspections conducted by DOHMH.
0
Building Permits
Permits issued by DOB in the last 7 years.

Included Addresses

  • 5 East 21st St, New York, NY 11226
  • 160 Woodruff Ave, New York, NY 11226

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5 East 21st 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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5 East 21st Street 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 5 East 21st 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
2025-05-222025-05-26Heat/hot Water-Entire BuildingEmergencyCLOSE
2025-05-252025-05-26Heat/hot Water-Entire BuildingEmergencyCLOSE
2025-05-212025-05-23Heat/hot Water-Entire BuildingEmergencyCLOSE
2025-05-222025-05-23Heat/hot Water-Entire BuildingEmergencyCLOSE
2025-05-102025-05-12Heat/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 5 East 21st 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
2024-12-11BOpenNone2A§ 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE WOOD FLOOR IN THE FOYER LOCATED AT APT 2A, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WESTNone
2024-12-11AOpenNone2A§ 27-2013 ADM CODE PAINT WITH LIGHT COLORED PAINT TO THE SATISFACTION OF THIS DEPARTMENT THE WEST WALL IN THE 3rd ROOM FROM NORTH AT EAST LOCATED AT APT 2A, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WESTNone
2024-12-11BOpenNone2A§ 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE WOOD FLOOR IN THE 4th ROOM FROM NORTH AT WEST LOCATED AT APT 2A, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WESTNone
2024-12-11BOpenNone2A§ 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE WOOD FLOOR IN THE 3rd ROOM FROM NORTH AT WEST LOCATED AT APT 2A, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WESTNone
2024-12-11BOpenNone2A§ 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE WOOD FLOOR IN THE PRIVATE HALLWAY LOCATED AT APT 2A, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WESTNone
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311 Service Requests

Service requests made to 311 for 5 East 21st Street. Data from NYC 311.

Created DateTypeDescriptionStatusAgencyResolution
2025-05-25 02:01HEAT/HOT WATERENTIRE BUILDINGClosedHPD
2025-05-22 23:37HEAT/HOT WATERENTIRE BUILDINGClosedHPD
2025-05-22 00:27HEAT/HOT WATERENTIRE BUILDINGClosedHPD
2025-05-21 17:45HEAT/HOT WATERENTIRE BUILDINGClosedHPD
2025-05-10 05:10HEAT/HOT WATERENTIRE BUILDINGClosedHPD
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DOB Complaints

Department of Buildings complaints regarding 5 East 21st Street.

Complaint #FiledStatusCategoryInspection DateDisposition
37787892020-12-02CLOSEDBoiler: Defective/Inoperative/No Permit2020-12-08Inspector Unable To Gain Access – 2nd Final Attempt (2020-12-09)
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DOB Violations

Department of Buildings violations regarding 5 East 21st Street.

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Indoor Environment Complaints (DOHMH)

The table below shows indoor environment complaints received regarding the conditions at 5 East 21st 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 5 East 21st 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
2024-12-110002023-11-012024-10-31
2023-12-060002022-11-012023-10-31
2023-07-030002021-11-012022-10-31
2022-03-030002020-11-012021-10-31
2021-04-300002019-11-012020-10-31
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Rodent Inspections

Recent rodent inspection results for 5 East 21st Street. Data from NYC DOHMH.

DateTypeResult
2025-05-02BAITBait applied
2025-04-22BAITBait applied
2025-03-19ComplianceRat Activity
2025-02-24BAITBait applied
2025-02-05BAITBait applied
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HPD Litigation Explanation

The table below shows the HPD litigation records for 5 East 21st 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 5 East 21st 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 5 East 21st Street. 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 5 East 21st 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 5 East 21st 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 5 East 21st 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

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Source: NYC Department of Finance
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Case NumberDateTypeStatusDetails

Sales Records

Sales transactions for 5 East 21st Street. Data includes sale date, price, buyer, and seller.

DatePriceBuyerSeller

Asbestos Records

Asbestos abatement filings and records for 5 East 21st 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.

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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 5 East 21st Street. Data includes connection type, date, and status.

MaterialRecord Type

Elevator Permits

Elevator permit records for 5 East 21st Street. Data includes permit type, issue date, and status.

TypeIssue DateStatus

Landmark Violations

Landmark preservation violations for 5 East 21st 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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