Building & Landlord Data for 131 East 21st St, Brooklyn, NY 11226
High Risk Building
Apartments at 131 East 21st St, Brooklyn are more likely to have maintenance issues than 100% of NYC rentals.
- 2% chance of no major maintenance issues next year
- 18% chance of one major maintenance issue next year
- 80% chance of multiple major maintenance issues next year
Building Information
| Total Apartments | 75 |
|---|---|
| Registered Rent Stabilized Apartments (2017 tax bills) | None |
| Building Listed as Rent Stabilized by the RGB | True |
| Building Class | Elevator Apt; Semi-Fireproof Without Stores |
| Year Built | 1927 |
| Zoning Code | R7A |
| Area | 75043 sq ft |
| Stories | 6 |
| Tax Abatements | None |
Landlord Details
| Role | Name | Address |
|---|---|---|
| Corporate Owner | West Sterling Realty Llc | 131 E 21St Street, Brooklyn |
| Head Officer | Darwin Edwards | 438 Kingston Avenue, Brooklyn |
| Officer | Darwin Edwards | 438 Kingston Avenue, Brooklyn |
| Agent | Darwin Edwards | 438 Kingston Avenue, Brooklyn |
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Housing Protection Department Code Violations (10 found)
| Date Filed | Date Abated | Item | Category | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/26/20 | Section 27-2005 Adm Code Properly Repair The Broken Or Defective (inoperable) Bell At Peephole At Exterior Side Of Entrance Door Located At Apt 4j, 4th Story, 2nd Apartment From West At North , Section At East | A | Nov Sent Out | |
| 10/17/20 | Section 27-2056.6 Adm Code - Correct The Lead-based Paint Hazard - Presumed Lead Paint That Is Peeling Or On A Deteriorated Subsurface Using Work Practices Set Forth In 28 Rcny Ï¿½ï¿½11-06(b)(2) Ceiling In The 2nd Room From North At East Located At Apt 5d, 5th Story, 1st Apartment From West At North | C | Nov Sent Out | |
| 10/17/20 | Section 27-2056.6 Adm Code - Correct The Lead-based Paint Hazard - Presumed Lead Paint That Is Peeling Or On A Deteriorated Subsurface Using Work Practices Set Forth In 28 Rcny Ï¿½ï¿½11-06(b)(2) Ceiling In The 2nd Room From North At West Located At Apt 5d, 5th Story, 1st Apartment From West At North | C | Nov Sent Out | |
| 10/17/20 | Section 27-2056.6 Adm Code - Correct The Lead-based Paint Hazard - Presumed Lead Paint That Is Peeling Or On A Deteriorated Subsurface Using Work Practices Set Forth In 28 Rcny Ï¿½ï¿½11-06(b)(2) Ceiling In The 1st Room From North At West Located At Apt 5d, 5th Story, 1st Apartment From West At North | C | Nov Sent Out | |
| 10/17/20 | Section 27-2056.6 Adm Code - Correct The Lead-based Paint Hazard - Presumed Lead Paint That Is Peeling Or On A Deteriorated Subsurface Using Work Practices Set Forth In 28 Rcny Ï¿½ï¿½11-06(b)(2) Ceiling In The Bathroom Located At Apt 5d, 5th Story, 1st Apartment From West At North | C | Nov Sent Out | |
| 10/17/20 | Section 27-2005 Adm Code Replace With New The Missing Handle At Radiator Shut Off Valve In The 1st Room From East At North Located At Apt 5d, 5th Story, 1st Apartment From West At North | C | Civ14 Mailed | |
| 10/17/20 | Section 27-2005 Adm Code Replace With New The Missing Handle At Radiator Shut Off Valve In The 3rd Room From East At North Located At Apt 5d, 5th Story, 1st Apartment From West At North | C | Civ14 Mailed | |
| 09/25/20 | Section 27-2005, 2007 Adm Code Arrange And Make Self-closing The Doors , In The Entrance Located At Apt 6d, 6th Story, 1st Apartment From West At North , Section At West | C | Nov Certified On Time | |
| 07/24/20 | 09/30/20 | Section 27-2026 Adm Code Repair The Leaky And/or Defective Faucets At Wash Basin In The Bathroom Located At Apt 4j, 4th Story, 1st Apartment From West At North , Section At East | C | Violation Closed |
| 09/05/19 | 09/26/19 | Section 27-2056.6 Adm Code - Correct The Lead-based Paint Hazard - Presumed Lead Paint That Is Peeling Or On A Deteriorated Subsurface Using Work Practices Set Forth In 28 Rcny Ï¿½ï¿½11-06(b)(2) 1st Door From West At North Wall In The 6th Room From North At East Located At Apt 4a, 4th Story, 1st Apartment From East At South | C | Violation Closed |
Environmental Control Board Violations (10 found)
| Date | Number | Respondent | Description | Status | Penalty | Balance Due |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019/10/02 | 39010585R | West Sterling 131 Llc | Cease Use Items: 1) Inoperative Rope Gripper 2) Extremely Woen Rope Gripper Pads; Weight Test Required If New Gripper Is Installed. 3) Misaligned Brake Monitor; Left Contact Not Breaking 4) Door Lock Monitor Re | Resolve | $.00 | $.00 |
| 2005/09/06 | 34491926Y | West Sterling Realty | Exit Passageway Or Corridor:total Obstruction. Metal Gates Enclosing Fire Escapes At Ground Level Are Total Obstructed With Openings Padlocked And Or Welded Shut Rendering A Hazardous Condition. Inspector Obser | Resolve | $2500.00 | $.00 |
| 1992/04/15 | 38021636P | Milton Manning Adm.. | 18o,18. Fasten 1st Floor Door Lock Securely. | Resolve | $75.00 | $.00 |
| 2008/11/18 | 38193356L | 1 Lenox Realty Llc | 08v01.60b10.56y13.56o02.42g11.52m07.70o02.59m07.16b01.16i10.09i10.03i10.39o02.39d06.03i10.39o02.03i10.34o02.77x10.42g11 Jumped Fuse 52m07 Anti Spin Device C.w 59m07 Cover On Handy Box On Brake Coil 16i10 Bsmt | Resolve | $2500.00 | $.00 |
| 1991/07/02 | 38012865Y | Delta Evergreen Corp | 37#,73x,(37)installed New Controller Without A Permit. (73)restore Elevator Service For Complete Inspection | Resolve | $2000.00 | $.00 |
| 2008/05/05 | 34640169M | West Sterling Realty Llc | Work W/o A Permit. Work Noted: Built Partitions In Cellar Created Apartment With Living Room Bedroom & 3pc Bathroom W/o Windows. Remedy: Obtain Permit If Feasible Or Restore To Prior Legal Condition Accessory | Resolve | $.00 | $.00 |
| 1993/12/10 | 38038947N | East Sterling Rlty Co | 12b,11q,74l,15j,17i,73o. | Resolve | $.00 | $.00 |
| 1994/06/01 | 38041754Y | Manning Milton | 05l,08v,09h,15l,17i,21x,36d,37g,37l,53x,55x,57o.73o,74am,74bm,785m,74c,(74)nyc Designated Elev.no(amen'd.208.10)and Capacity Plate,(74b)toke Guard.(74c)perform Full Load Test In Presence Kof An Inspector At Thi | Resolve | $200.00 | $.00 |
| 1991/07/02 | 38012864M | Delta Evergreen Corp | 73x,(73)restore Elevator Service For Complete Inspection | Resolve | $1000.00 | $.00 |
| 1995/01/05 | 38047026N | Woodland Realty 2775 | 35m. 35-repaace Missing Window Panes In Machine Room. | Resolve | $.00 | $.00 |
Department of Buildings Complaints (10 found)
| Date Filed | Number | Category | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08/27/2018 | 3664668 | CLOSED | |
| 06/04/2014 | 3481368 | Electrical Wiring – Defective/Exposed | CLOSED |
| 10/02/2013 | 3457958 | Egress – Locked/Blocked/Improper/No Secondary Means | CLOSED |
| 06/23/2010 | 3346013 | Sidewalk Shed/Supported Scaffold/Inadequate/Defective/None/No Permit/No Cert | CLOSED |
| 01/22/2010 | 3330530 | Permit – None (Building/PA/Demo etc.) | CLOSED |
| 12/04/2008 | 3288792 | Elevator-Danger Condition/Shaft Open/Unguarded | CLOSED |
| 10/21/2008 | 3284164 | Elevator-Danger Condition/Shaft Open/Unguarded | CLOSED |
| 09/05/2008 | 3278765 | Elevator-Danger Condition/Shaft Open/Unguarded | CLOSED |
| 05/26/2008 | 3266179 | Elevator-Danger Condition/Shaft Open/Unguarded | CLOSED |
| 08/11/1997 | 3057686 | Elevator-Danger Condition/Shaft Open/Unguarded | CLOSED |
311 Housing Complaints (22 found)
| Date | Category | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09/22/20 | Water Leak: Damp Spot | Non Emergency | The Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. Violations were issued. Information about specific violations is available at www.nyc.gov/hpd.: The Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. Violations were issued. Information about specific violations is available at www.nyc.gov/hpd. |
| 09/22/20 | Unsanitary Condition: Mold | Emergency | The Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. Violations were issued. Information about specific violations is available at www.nyc.gov/hpd.: The Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. Violations were issued. Information about specific violations is available at www.nyc.gov/hpd. |
| 09/09/20 | Water Leak: Heavy Flow | Emergency | The Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. Violations were issued. Information about specific violations is available at www.nyc.gov/hpd.: The Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. Violations were issued. Information about specific violations is available at www.nyc.gov/hpd. |
| 09/28/20 | Paint/plaster: Ceiling | Emergency | The Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. Violations were previously issued for these conditions. Information about specific violations is available at www.nyc.gov/hpd.: The Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. Violations were previously issued for these conditions. Information about specific violations is available at www.nyc.gov/hpd. |
| 09/28/20 | Paint/plaster: Ceiling | Non Emergency | The Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. Violations were previously issued for these conditions. Information about specific violations is available at www.nyc.gov/hpd.: The Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. Violations were previously issued for these conditions. Information about specific violations is available at www.nyc.gov/hpd. |
| 09/28/20 | Paint/plaster: Ceiling | Immediate Emergency | The Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. Violations were issued. Information about specific violations is available at www.nyc.gov/hpd.: The Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. Violations were issued. Information about specific violations is available at www.nyc.gov/hpd. |
| 09/28/20 | Water Leak: Slow Leak | Non Emergency | The Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. No violations were issued. The complaint has been closed.: The Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. No violations were issued. The complaint has been closed. |
| 09/09/20 | Door/window: Door | Emergency | The Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. Violations were issued. Information about specific violations is available at www.nyc.gov/hpd.: The Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. Violations were issued. Information about specific violations is available at www.nyc.gov/hpd. |
| 09/04/20 | Heat/hot Water: Apartment Only | Emergency | The Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. No violations were issued. The complaint has been closed.: The Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. No violations were issued. The complaint has been closed. |
| 09/02/20 | Paint/plaster: Ceiling | Emergency | The Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. Violations were previously issued for these conditions. Information about specific violations is available at www.nyc.gov/hpd.: The Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. Violations were previously issued for these conditions. Information about specific violations is available at www.nyc.gov/hpd. |
| 09/02/20 | Paint/plaster: Ceiling | Non Emergency | The Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. Violations were previously issued for these conditions. Information about specific violations is available at www.nyc.gov/hpd.: The Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. Violations were previously issued for these conditions. Information about specific violations is available at www.nyc.gov/hpd. |
| 09/02/20 | Paint/plaster: Ceiling | Immediate Emergency | The Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. Violations were previously issued for these conditions. Information about specific violations is available at www.nyc.gov/hpd.: The Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. Violations were previously issued for these conditions. Information about specific violations is available at www.nyc.gov/hpd. |
| 09/02/20 | Water Leak: Heavy Flow | Emergency | The Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. Violations were previously issued for these conditions. Information about specific violations is available at www.nyc.gov/hpd.: The Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. Violations were previously issued for these conditions. Information about specific violations is available at www.nyc.gov/hpd. |
| 09/02/20 | Water Leak: Damp Spot | Non Emergency | The Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. Violations were issued. Information about specific violations is available at www.nyc.gov/hpd.: The Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. Violations were issued. Information about specific violations is available at www.nyc.gov/hpd. |
| 09/03/20 | General: Bell/buzzer/intercom | Non Emergency | The Department of Housing Preservation and Development was not able to gain access to inspect the following conditions. The complaint has been closed. If the condition still exists, please file a new complaint.: The Department of Housing Preservation and Development was not able to gain access to inspect the following conditions. The complaint has been closed. If the condition still exists, please file a new complaint. |
| 09/03/20 | Plumbing: Water Supply | Non Emergency | The Department of Housing Preservation and Development was not able to gain access to inspect the following conditions. The complaint has been closed. If the condition still exists, please file a new complaint.: The Department of Housing Preservation and Development was not able to gain access to inspect the following conditions. The complaint has been closed. If the condition still exists, please file a new complaint. |
| 08/15/20 | Plumbing: Basin/sink | Non Emergency | The Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. Violations were issued. Information about specific violations is available at www.nyc.gov/hpd.: The Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. Violations were issued. Information about specific violations is available at www.nyc.gov/hpd. |
| 08/06/20 | Unsanitary Condition: Pests | Non Emergency | The Department of Housing Preservation and Development was not able to gain access to inspect the following conditions. The complaint has been closed. If the condition still exists, please file a new complaint.: The Department of Housing Preservation and Development was not able to gain access to inspect the following conditions. The complaint has been closed. If the condition still exists, please file a new complaint. |
| 08/06/20 | Unsanitary Condition: Pests | Emergency | The Department of Housing Preservation and Development was not able to gain access to inspect the following conditions. The complaint has been closed. If the condition still exists, please file a new complaint.: The Department of Housing Preservation and Development was not able to gain access to inspect the following conditions. The complaint has been closed. If the condition still exists, please file a new complaint. |
| 08/03/20 | Plumbing: Bathtub/shower | Emergency | The Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. No violations were issued. The complaint has been closed.: The Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. No violations were issued. The complaint has been closed. |
| 08/03/20 | Plumbing: Basin/sink | Emergency | The Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. Violations were issued. Information about specific violations is available at www.nyc.gov/hpd.: The Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. Violations were issued. Information about specific violations is available at www.nyc.gov/hpd. |
| 08/31/20 | Plumbing: Basin/sink | Non Emergency | The Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. Violations were issued. Information about specific violations is available at www.nyc.gov/hpd.: The Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. Violations were issued. Information about specific violations is available at www.nyc.gov/hpd. |
Work Orders (10 found)
| Date Created | Order Type | Description | Charge Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06/04/20 | Open Market | scope of work- install hinges to make door self-closing at the entrance located at apt 3j, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from west at north. total d | $300 |
| 01/03/20 | Open Market | (1) door arrange and make self-closing the door in the entrance located at apt 1d, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north , section at west | $300 |
| 01/02/20 | Open Market | (1) door arrange and make self-closing the doors .. in the entrance located at apt 6i, 6th story, 1st apartment from west at north installation | $295 |
| 12/24/19 | Open Market | (1) door arrange and make self-closing the door in the entrance located at apt 6i, 6th story, 1st apartment from west at north , section at east | $300 |
| 11/02/19 | Open Market | arrange and make self-closing the doors at front entrance to building , 1st story installation of self-closing door hinges : per local law 111 of | $165 |
| 06/23/18 | Handyman | as per requirement of h.p.d. window guard program and in accordance with the new york city health code section 24 rcny chapter 12. at public hall, | $6.15 |
| 10/28/16 | Handyman | ll (clean only) thoroughly re-clean the following areas as per new york city health code section 173.14 and as noted in the scope of work pursuant to | $217.98 |
| 06/03/15 | Handyman | house : 131 street name: east 21 street tenant name: franklin, kathleen contact # (718) 856-4933 secure loose satellite dish in front of b | $0 |
| 02/29/08 | Handyman | (apt. #5f) reinstall existing radiator in bedroom. | $0 |
| 11/26/02 | Handyman | (erp l/l 38 - barr clean only). thoroughly re-clean the following areas as per new york city health code section 173.14 and as noted in the scope of w | $150.14 |
Office of Administrative Trials and Hearings Cases (10 found)
| Violation Date | Agency | Respondent | Charge | Result | Penalty Imposed | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/18/09 | Dept. Of Buildings | West Sterling Realty | Work Without A Permit | Defaulted | $8000 | All Terms Met |
| 08/18/09 | Dept. Of Buildings | West Sterling Realty | Residence Alter For Occup As Dwelling For More Than Legally Approved | Defaulted | $6000 | All Terms Met |
| 05/06/08 | Sanitation Others | West Sterling Re | Storage Of Receptacles | In Violation | $100 | All Terms Met |
| 05/05/08 | Dept. Of Buildings | West Sterling Realty Llc | Occupancy Contrary To That Allowed By C Of O Or Dob Records: Hazardous | Dismissed | $ | All Terms Met |
| 05/05/08 | Dept. Of Buildings | West Sterling Realty Llc | Work Without A Permit: Hazardous. | Dismissed | $ | All Terms Met |
| 09/06/05 | Dept. Of Buildings | West Sterling Realty | Exit Passageway Or Corridor: Total Obstruction. | Defaulted | $2500 | Compliance Due |
| 07/12/01 | Police Department | Williefloyd | Unlawful Bicycle Riding On Sidewalk | Written Off | $100 | All Terms Met |
| 01/14/00 | Dept. Of Buildings | Eadt Sterling Realty | Failure To Maintain Elevator. | Written Off | $2500 | All Terms Met |
| 01/14/00 | Dept. Of Buildings | East Sterling Realty | Failure To Maintain Elevator. | Written Off | $2500 | All Terms Met |
| 01/06/00 | Dept. Of Buildings | Owner Of 131 East 21st Street | Failure To Maintain Building: Interior. | Written Off | $2500 | Compliance Due |
Rodents (4 inspections found)
| Date | Result | Type |
|---|---|---|
| 12/13/18 | Passed | Initial |
| 08/28/18 | Passed | Initial |
| 10/25/17 | Passed | Initial |
| 06/29/12 | Passed | Initial |