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638 East 2nd Street, Brooklyn, NY 11218

2
DOB Complaints
5
311 Housing Calls
0
Housing Violations
0
Permits

Risk Assessment

97
Low Risk

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

Our AI predicts there is a 97% chance of no major maintenance issues.
Augrented Insights Report for 638 East 2nd Street

The six-story, 30-unit New Law Tenement at 638 East 2nd Street in Kensington, owned by Baruch Stark, was constructed in 1931 and has undergone several significant maintenance events in recent years. Most notably, in 2024, following an inspection revealing potential safety hazards, the building's elevator system was temporarily taken out of service due to concerns about possible main drive shaft failure and lack of proper safety protections.

This issue was marked as an active violation as of January 2024. The building has experienced recurring pest management challenges, with the most recent complaint about unsanitary conditions related to pests filed in January 2024, though no violations were issued following HPD's inspection. The property has a documented history of various maintenance issues, including multiple complaints regarding ceiling and floor conditions in July 2020, all of which were resolved without violations being issued.

The building's bedbug infestation history shows significant fluctuations, with 30 units reporting infestations in the 2021-2022 period, though subsequent reports indicated no further infestations until one unit was infested in the most recent reporting period (2023-2024). A notable regulatory compliance issue arose in 2019-2020 when the building failed to file its required energy benchmarking report, though this violation was ultimately dismissed. The building has been generally responsive to maintenance complaints, with most being resolved promptly, though the elevator safety issue remains concerning as of this report.

Last updated: July 27, 2025
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638 East 2nd Street Building Overview

Renter Risk Rating

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

Building Characteristics

Total units 30
Year built 1931
Total area 40150 sq ft
Floors 6
Tax Abatements None
Building Class NEW LAW TENEMENT
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Key Building Statistics

2
DOB Complaints
Complaints filed with the Department of Buildings in the last 7 years.
0
Housing Violations
Class B & C housing maintenance code violations.
5
311 Housing Calls
Housing-related 311 service requests in the last 7 years.
0
Work Orders
Repair orders issued by city agencies.
0
ECB Violations
Environmental Control Board violations on record.
0
Evictions
Evictions executed by city marshalls.
0
Rodent Inspections
Rodent inspections conducted by DOHMH.
0
Building Permits
Permits issued by DOB in the last 7 years.

Included Addresses

  • 118 Ditmas Ave, New York, NY 11218
  • 120 Ditmas Ave, New York, NY 11218
  • 122 Ditmas Ave, New York, NY 11218
  • 124 Ditmas Ave, New York, NY 11218
  • 126 Ditmas Ave, New York, NY 11218
  • 128 Ditmas Ave, New York, NY 11218
  • 130 Ditmas Ave, New York, NY 11218
  • 634 East 2nd St, New York, NY 11218
  • 636 East 2nd St, New York, NY 11218

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638 East 2nd Street 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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638 East 2nd 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 638 East 2nd 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
2024-01-202024-02-01Unsanitary Condition-PestsEmergencyCLOSE
2020-07-032020-07-06Flooring/stairs-FloorEmergencyCLOSE
2020-07-032020-07-06Paint/plaster-CeilingEmergencyCLOSE
2020-07-032020-07-06Paint/plaster-CeilingImmediate EmergencyCLOSE
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Housing Maintenance Code Violations

This table shows violations of the NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) issued by HPD for 638 East 2nd 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
2021-04-08ACloseNoneNone(A) § HMC:FILE ANNUAL BEDBUG REPORT IN ACCORDANCE WITH HPD RULE AS DESCRIBED ON THE BACK OF THIS NOTICE OF VIOLATION OR AS DESCRIBED ON HPDS WEBSITE, WWW.NYC.GOV\HPD, SEARCH BED BUGS.None
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311 Service Requests

Service requests made to 311 for 638 East 2nd Street. Data from NYC 311.

Created DateTypeDescriptionStatusAgencyResolution
2024-01-20 13:43UNSANITARY CONDITIONPESTSClosedHPD
2023-12-01 18:55Food EstablishmentFood SpoiledClosedDOHMH
2020-07-03 09:59FLOORING/STAIRSFLOORClosedHPD
2020-07-03 09:59PAINT/PLASTERCEILINGClosedHPD
2020-07-03 09:59PAINT/PLASTERCEILINGClosedHPD
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DOB Complaints

Department of Buildings complaints regarding 638 East 2nd Street.

Complaint #FiledStatusCategoryInspection DateDisposition
39443022024-01-20CLOSEDElevator: Single Device on Property/No Alternate Service2024-01-29No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2024-01-29)
39426122024-01-08CLOSEDElevator: Single Device on Property/No Alternate Service2024-01-08Oath Violation Served (2024-01-08)
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DOB Violations

Department of Buildings violations regarding 638 East 2nd Street.

Date IssuedCategoryDescriptionStatusComments
2024-01-08V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVECEASE USE OF THIS DEVICE: ACCORDING TO THE MANUFACTURER, THERE IS A POSSIBILITY OF MAIN DRIVE SHAFT FAILURE AND NO ASCENDING CAR OVERSPEED AND UNINTENDED CAR MOVEMENT PROTECTION INSTALLED ON THIS DEVICE.
2020-10-06V*-DOB VIOLATION - ResolvedDISMISSED BASED ON SUBSEQUENT REPORT SHOWING DEFECTS CORRECTED2022-12-16
2019-05-02V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSEDFAILURE TO FILE BENCHMARKING REPORT OF ENERGY USE AS PER AD. CODE SEC. 28-309.4000810 PAID INVOICE 907369442023-02-16
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Indoor Environment Complaints (DOHMH)

The table below shows indoor environment complaints received regarding the conditions at 638 East 2nd Street. The information includes the date, type, description, and status of each complaint. The data is sourced from DOHMH/311.

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Bedbug Infestations

The table below shows the bedbug reports filed by the landlord for 638 East 2nd 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
2025-06-101102023-11-012024-10-31
2024-01-010002022-11-012023-10-31
2023-01-0130002021-11-012022-10-31
2023-01-010002021-11-012022-10-31
2022-11-020002020-11-012021-10-31
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Rodent Inspections

Recent rodent inspection results for 638 East 2nd Street. Data from NYC DOHMH.

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HPD Litigation Explanation

The table below shows the HPD litigation records for 638 East 2nd 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 638 East 2nd 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 638 East 2nd 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 638 East 2nd 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 638 East 2nd 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 638 East 2nd 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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Sales Records

Sales transactions for 638 East 2nd Street. Data includes sale date, price, buyer, and seller.

DatePriceBuyerSeller

Asbestos Records

Asbestos abatement filings and records for 638 East 2nd 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 638 East 2nd Street. Data includes connection type, date, and status.

MaterialRecord Type

Elevator Permits

Elevator permit records for 638 East 2nd Street. Data includes permit type, issue date, and status.

TypeIssue DateStatus

Landmark Violations

Landmark preservation violations for 638 East 2nd 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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