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280 East 21st Street, Brooklyn, NY 11226

70
DOB Complaints
621
311 Housing Calls
833
Housing Violations
3
Permits

Risk Assessment

8
High Risk

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

Our AI predicts there is a 8% chance of no major maintenance issues.
Augrented Insights Report for 280 East 21st Street

The 68-unit, 6-story New Law Tenement building at 280 East 21st Street in Flatbush, owned by Rick Gropper and constructed in 1924, has experienced numerous maintenance issues in recent years, particularly in 2025. Most notably, there have been recurring problems with the elevator system, with multiple complaints between 2023 and 2025 regarding maintenance issues and "No Alternate Service" situations, though inspections often found no violations. Water-related problems have been significant, with multiple complaints in May 2025 regarding leaks and dampness, and several Housing Maintenance Code violations from December 2024 involving water damage in apartments 2D, 3G, J, and public areas.

The building has also faced sanitary challenges, with multiple reports of garbage/recycling storage issues in 2025, and rodent activity noted in recent inspections in 2022 and 2025. The property's record shows a pattern of infrastructure concerns, including recurring problems with plumbing, paint/plaster conditions, and safety issues such as broken window guards in early 2025. Environmental Control Board violations from 2023 indicate various elevator and boiler system problems, with some violations still marked as active.

Notably, the building experienced significant bedbug infestations between 2017-2020, though there have been no reported cases in the past three years. While some violations from 2024-2025 have been addressed, such as faucet repairs and public hall painting, several remaining open violations from 2024-2025 suggest ongoing maintenance challenges. The building's extensive history of service requests, inspections, and violations indicates persistent maintenance issues affecting resident comfort and safety, particularly regarding elevator service, water leaks, and sanitation conditions.

Last updated: July 27, 2025
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280 East 21st Street Building Overview

Renter Risk Rating

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

Building Characteristics

Total units 68
Year built 1924
Total area 46338 sq ft
Floors 6
Tax Abatements None
Building Class NEW LAW TENEMENT
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Key Building Statistics

70
DOB Complaints
Complaints filed with the Department of Buildings in the last 7 years.
833
Housing Violations
Class B & C housing maintenance code violations.
621
311 Housing Calls
Housing-related 311 service requests in the last 7 years.
46
Work Orders
Repair orders issued by city agencies.
17
ECB Violations
Environmental Control Board violations on record.
2
Evictions
Evictions executed by city marshalls.
10
Rodent Inspections
Rodent inspections conducted by DOHMH.
3
Building Permits
Permits issued by DOB in the last 7 years.

Included Addresses

  • 2019 Albemarle Rd, New York, NY 11226
  • 2021 Albemarle Rd, New York, NY 11226
  • 2023 Albemarle Rd, New York, NY 11226
  • 268 East 21st St, New York, NY 11226
  • 270 East 21st St, New York, NY 11226
  • 272 East 21st St, New York, NY 11226
  • 274 East 21st St, New York, NY 11226
  • 276 East 21st St, New York, NY 11226
  • 278 East 21st St, New York, NY 11226
  • 280 East 21st St, New York, NY 11226
  • 282 East 21st St, New York, NY 11226
  • 284 East 21st St, New York, NY 11226
  • 286 East 21st St, New York, NY 11226
  • 288 East 21st St, New York, NY 11226
  • 290 East 21st St, New York, NY 11226

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280 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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Date FiledCase TitleCourtLink
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280 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 280 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
2025-06-182025-07-17Unsanitary Condition-Garbage/recycling StorageNon EmergencyCLOSE
2025-06-182025-07-17Elevator-MaintenanceNon EmergencyCLOSE
2025-06-272025-07-10Elevator-MaintenanceNon EmergencyCLOSE
2025-06-272025-07-10Unsanitary Condition-Garbage/recycling StorageNon EmergencyCLOSE
2025-06-112025-06-22Elevator-MaintenanceNon EmergencyCLOSE
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Housing Maintenance Code Violations

This table shows violations of the NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) issued by HPD for 280 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
2024-12-17BOpenNone2D§ 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PORCELAIN ENAMEL GLAZE AT BATHTUB IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 2D, 2nd STORY, 3rd APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTHNone
2024-12-17BCloseNone2D§ 27-2026 ADM CODE REPAIR THE LEAKY AND/OR DEFECTIVE FAUCETS AT BATHTUB IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 2D, 2nd STORY, 3rd APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH2025-01-31T00:00:00.000Z
2024-12-12BOpenNone3G§ 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR THE CEILING IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 3G, 3rd STORY, 3rd APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EASTNone
2024-12-12BOpenNone3G§ 27-2026, 2027 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR THE SOURCE AND ABATE THE EVIDENCE OF A WATER LEAK AT CEILING IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 3G, 3rd STORY, 3rd APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EASTNone
2024-12-12BOpenNone6I§ 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR THE CEILING IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 6I, 6th STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH2025-01-28T00:00:00.000Z
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311 Service Requests

Service requests made to 311 for 280 East 21st Street. Data from NYC 311.

Created DateTypeDescriptionStatusAgencyResolution
2025-06-11 12:45UNSANITARY CONDITIONGARBAGE/RECYCLING STORAGEClosedHPD
2025-06-11 12:35ELEVATORMAINTENANCEClosedHPD
2025-05-25 22:03WATER LEAKSLOW LEAKClosedHPD
2025-05-11 03:49PAINT/PLASTERWALLClosedHPD
2025-05-11 03:49WATER LEAKDAMP SPOTClosedHPD
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DOB Complaints

Department of Buildings complaints regarding 280 East 21st Street.

Complaint #FiledStatusCategoryInspection DateDisposition
2025-03-05ACTIVEGas Utility Referral
39794272024-10-04CLOSEDElevator: Single Device on Property/No Alternate Service2025-03-18No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2025-03-20)
39485672024-02-23CLOSEDAfter Hours Work – Illegal2024-03-23Inspector Unable To Gain Access – 2nd Final Attempt (2024-03-24)
39414342023-12-30CLOSEDElevator: Single Device on Property/No Alternate Service2024-02-27No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2024-02-28)
39397962023-12-17CLOSEDElevator: Single Device on Property/No Alternate Service2023-12-28No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2023-12-28)
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DOB Violations

Department of Buildings violations regarding 280 East 21st Street.

Date IssuedCategoryDescriptionStatusComments
2020-12-09V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSEDFAILURE TO CERTIFY CORRECTION ON IMMEDIATELY HAZARDOUS (CLASS 1) ECB VIOLATION000810 PAID INVOICE 905566402022-04-28
2019-09-27V*-DOB VIOLATION - ResolvedDISMISSED BASED ON SUBSEQUENT REPORT SHOWING DEFECTS CORRECTED2022-12-16
2019-04-30V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSEDFAILED TO FILE FISP CYCLE 8C TECHNICAL REPORT BY 02/21/2019JNW LATE PENALTY PAID INVOICE # 62198757/621987582021-05-10
2018-08-03V*-DOB VIOLATION - ResolvedDISMISSED BASED ON SUBSEQUENT REPORT SHOWING DEFECTS CORRECTED2022-12-16
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Indoor Environment Complaints (DOHMH)

The table below shows indoor environment complaints received regarding the conditions at 280 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 280 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
2024-12-180002023-11-012024-10-31
2023-12-060002022-11-012023-10-31
2022-12-060002021-11-012022-10-31
2022-03-095502020-11-012021-10-31
2021-04-217702019-11-012020-10-31
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Rodent Inspections

Recent rodent inspection results for 280 East 21st Street. Data from NYC DOHMH.

DateTypeResult
2025-07-12InitialRat Activity
2024-03-06InitialPassed
2022-11-18ComplianceRat Activity
2022-10-25BAITBait applied
2022-08-29InitialRat Activity
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HPD Litigation Explanation

The table below shows the HPD litigation records for 280 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 280 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 280 East 21st Street. Data from ECB.

DateNumberRespondentDescriptionStatusPenaltyBalance Due
2023-08-1539092521JPPSP PRESERVATION LLCPIT DIRTY, CLEAN. OVERHEAD SHEAVE EXTREMELY NOISY, MAKE ALL THE NECESSARY REPAIRS TO ELIMINATE THE NOISE. TOP OF CAR DIRTY, CLEAN. LIGHT ON TOP OF THE CAR INOPERATIVE, REPAIR. MOTOR ROOM INACCESSIBLE, PROVIDE AACTIVE625.00.0
2023-05-0239085227NPPSP PRESERVATION LLCCATEGORY 1 TAG MISSING A DATE, PROVIDE. BRAKE MAINTENANCE TAG EXPIRED, PERFORM ROUTINE MAINTENANCE AND PROVIDE AN UPDATED BRAKE MAINTENANCE TAG. FIRE EXTINGUISHER EXPIRED, UPDATE. PIT DIRTY, CLEAN. PIT LIGHT INRESOLVE625.00.0
2023-04-1339083743KPPSP PRESERVATION LLCCOMBUSTION AIR FAN DEFECTIVE/HW COIL PIPE LEAKING ONTO BOILER/REAR FLAME SIGHT GLASS MISSING/REAR BOILER ROOM LIGHTS DEFECTIVE/DEBRIS IN ROOM/OIL LEAK AT OIL PUMP;CORRECT VIOLATION AND SUBMIT THE CERTIFICATE OFRESOLVE625.00.0
2023-02-1439079662RPPSP PRESERVATION LLCHAZARDOUS CEASE USE BOILER=GAS PIOLIT PIPING DEFECTIVE/RUBBER HOSE AND BOTTLE GAS CONNECTED;CORRECT ALL HAZARDOUS CONDITIONS IMMEDIATELY AND CALL DOB212 3932784 TO LIFT THE CEASE USE ORDERRESOLVE1250.00.0
2023-01-3139078765PPPSP PRESERVATION LLCREPROGRAM IN-CAR EMERGENCY PHONE TO DAIL CURRENT ELEVATOR COMPANY OR A 24HOUR ANSWERING SERVICE., CLASS 1: CEASE USE ITEM - REPLACE ALL HOIST ROPES (DAMAGED). *** TO RETURN DEVICE TO SERVICE CONTACT NYC DOB BYRESOLVE1250.00.0
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Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) Explanation

The table below shows the Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) records for 280 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 280 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 280 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

The table below shows tax and water liens for 280 East 21st Street. 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 280 East 21st Street. Data includes sale date, price, buyer, and seller.

DatePriceBuyerSeller

Asbestos Records

Asbestos abatement filings and records for 280 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.

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Water Connections

Water connection permits and records for 280 East 21st Street. Data includes connection type, date, and status.

MaterialRecord Type

Elevator Permits

Elevator permit records for 280 East 21st Street. Data includes permit type, issue date, and status.

TypeIssue DateStatus

Landmark Violations

Landmark preservation violations for 280 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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