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838 Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11226

6
DOB Complaints
11
311 Housing Calls
6
Housing Violations
1
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 838 Flatbush Avenue

838 Flatbush Avenue is a 12-unit, 4-story old law tenement building constructed in 1905, currently owned by Rafi Ashkenazi. The building has experienced recurring maintenance and safety issues in recent years, with the most pressing concerns being rat activity as recently as 2025, and multiple outstanding violations related to low-pressure system inspections from 2018-2023 that remain active as of 2024.

The property has a documented history of heat and hot water issues in early 2022, with several complaints filed during that period, though inspections found heat and hot water had been restored in some cases. There have also been multiple food safety incidents reported between 2022-2025, including three food poisoning complaints and issues with food containing foreign objects, though most were determined to be isolated incidents by the Department of Health. The building is currently facing two active complaints from December 2024 regarding potential illegal work and occupancy changes, but inspectors were unable to gain access during initial attempts.

Recent inspections in 2025 (February) confirmed rat activity, and there are multiple open violations related to self-closing doors in several apartments (2A, 2B, 2C, 3A, and 3C) as of July 2023. While the building has maintained compliance with bedbug reporting requirements, showing no infestations from 2022-2025, the recurring rodent issues and multiple unresolved violations regarding door hardware and low-pressure system inspections suggest ongoing building maintenance challenges. The property has regularly undergone rodent inspections, with varied results, though the most recent findings in 2025 indicate persistent rodent activity.

Last updated: July 27, 2025
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838 Flatbush Avenue Building Overview

Renter Risk Rating

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

Building Characteristics

Total units 12
Year built 1905
Total area 8760 sq ft
Floors 4
Tax Abatements None
Building Class OLD LAW TENEMENT
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Key Building Statistics

6
DOB Complaints
Complaints filed with the Department of Buildings in the last 7 years.
6
Housing Violations
Class B & C housing maintenance code violations.
11
311 Housing Calls
Housing-related 311 service requests in the last 7 years.
2
Work Orders
Repair orders issued by city agencies.
0
ECB Violations
Environmental Control Board violations on record.
0
Evictions
Evictions executed by city marshalls.
3
Rodent Inspections
Rodent inspections conducted by DOHMH.
1
Building Permits
Permits issued by DOB in the last 7 years.

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838 Flatbush Avenue Landlord Information

HPD Registration Contacts

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RoleNameAddress

Landlord Portfolio

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Landlord Court Records

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838 Flatbush 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 838 Flatbush 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
2024-06-232024-06-27Water Leak-Heavy FlowEmergencyCLOSE
2022-03-082022-03-10Heat/hot Water-Apartment OnlyEmergencyCLOSE
2022-03-012022-03-08Plumbing-RadiatorEmergencyCLOSE
2022-02-142022-02-17Heat/hot Water-Apartment OnlyEmergencyCLOSE
2022-02-162022-02-17Heat/hot Water-Apartment OnlyEmergencyCLOSE
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Housing Maintenance Code Violations

This table shows violations of the NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) issued by HPD for 838 Flatbush 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
2023-07-13CCloseNone3C§ 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 IN THE ENTRANCE LOCATED AT APT 3C, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EASTNone
2023-07-06CCloseNone3A§ 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 .. IN THE ENTRANCE LOCATED AT APT 3A, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WESTNone
2023-07-06CCloseNone2B§ 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 .. IN THE ENTRANCE LOCATED AT APT 2B, 2nd STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WESTNone
2023-07-06COpenNone2A§ 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 .. IN THE ENTRANCE LOCATED AT APT 2A, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WESTNone
2023-07-06COpenNone2C§ 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 .. IN THE ENTRANCE LOCATED AT APT 2C, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EASTNone
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311 Service Requests

Service requests made to 311 for 838 Flatbush Avenue. Data from NYC 311.

Created DateTypeDescriptionStatusAgencyResolution
2025-01-13 12:16RodentRat SightingClosedDOHMH
2025-01-06 00:00Food Poisoning1 or 2ClosedDOHMH
2024-06-23 02:55WATER LEAKHEAVY FLOWClosedHPD
2024-06-22 08:34Food EstablishmentFood Contains Foreign ObjectClosedDOHMH
2023-07-11 00:00Food Poisoning1 or 2ClosedDOHMH
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DOB Complaints

Department of Buildings complaints regarding 838 Flatbush Avenue.

Complaint #FiledStatusCategoryInspection DateDisposition
39873832024-12-10ACTIVESRO: Illegal Work/No Permit/Change in Occupancy Use2025-02-03Inspector Unable To Gain Access – 1st Attempt Made (2025-02-03)
39873852024-12-10ACTIVEIllegal Conversion2025-02-03Inspector Unable To Gain Access – 1st Attempt Made (2025-02-03)
37824582021-01-06CLOSEDFailure to Maintain2021-01-27Inspector Unable To Gain Access – 2nd Final Attempt (2021-01-28)
37610412020-07-22CLOSEDPermit – None (Building/PA/Demo etc.)2020-08-31Inspector Unable To Gain Access – 2nd Final Attempt (2020-08-31)
37353902019-12-20CLOSEDPermit – None (Building/PA/Demo etc.)2019-12-22Inspector Unable To Gain Access – 2nd Final Attempt (2019-12-22)
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DOB Violations

Department of Buildings violations regarding 838 Flatbush Avenue.

Date IssuedCategoryDescriptionStatusComments
2024-09-23V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEVIOLATION ISSUED-FAILURE TO FILE 2023 EXTERNAL LOW PRESSURE INSPECTION
2023-06-30V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEVIOLATION ISSUED-FAILURE TO FILE 2020 EXTERNAL LOW PRESSURE INSPECTION
2023-06-30V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEVIOLATION ISSUED-FAILURE TO FILE 2021 EXTERNAL LOW PRESSURE INSPECTION
2023-06-20V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEVIOLATION ISSUED-FAILURE TO FILE 2018 EXTERNAL LOW PRESSURE INSPECTION
2023-06-20V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEVIOLATION ISSUED-FAILURE TO FILE 2019 EXTERNAL LOW PRESSURE INSPECTION
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Indoor Environment Complaints (DOHMH)

The table below shows indoor environment complaints received regarding the conditions at 838 Flatbush 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 838 Flatbush 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
2025-03-120002023-11-012024-10-31
2024-03-250002022-11-012023-10-31
2022-12-290002021-11-012022-10-31
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Rodent Inspections

Recent rodent inspection results for 838 Flatbush Avenue. Data from NYC DOHMH.

DateTypeResult
2025-02-18ComplianceRat Activity
2025-01-16InitialRat Activity
2018-12-13InitialPassed
2017-02-03InitialPassed
2016-10-07InitialPassed
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HPD Litigation Explanation

The table below shows the HPD litigation records for 838 Flatbush 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 838 Flatbush 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 838 Flatbush 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 838 Flatbush 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 838 Flatbush 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 838 Flatbush 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 838 Flatbush 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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Case NumberDateTypeStatusDetails

Sales Records

Sales transactions for 838 Flatbush Avenue. Data includes sale date, price, buyer, and seller.

DatePriceBuyerSeller

Asbestos Records

Asbestos abatement filings and records for 838 Flatbush 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 838 Flatbush Avenue. Data includes connection type, date, and status.

MaterialRecord Type

Elevator Permits

Elevator permit records for 838 Flatbush Avenue. Data includes permit type, issue date, and status.

TypeIssue DateStatus

Landmark Violations

Landmark preservation violations for 838 Flatbush 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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