1683 53rd Street, Brooklyn, NY 11204
The 20-unit, 4-story apartment building at 1683 53rd Street in Borough Park, owned by Joseph Frank, has experienced several maintenance and compliance issues since 2019. Most recently, in November 2023, violations were recorded in apartment D6 for defective plaster, paint, and issues with smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, though these violations were certified as corrected by December 2023.
The building has had an ongoing water leak issue since August 2023, which received violation notices. In 2020, there were multiple complaints about heat and hot water problems, though inspectors couldn't access units for verification.
The property has also faced energy compliance challenges, with active violations since 2019 regarding the failure to display energy efficiency scores and submit benchmarking reports, though one similar violation from 2021 was dismissed. Historical records show consistent compliance with bed bug reporting requirements from 2019 through 2025, with no reported infestations. The building also received violations for various maintenance issues in public areas, including encumbrances in the first-story hall and maintenance of ceiling surfaces as noted in 2023 inspections.
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Building Characteristics
Total units | 20 |
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Year built | 1931 |
Total area | 28860 sq ft |
Floors | 4 |
Tax Abatements | None |
Building Class | NEW LAW TENEMENT |

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- 5216 17th Ave, New York, NY 11204
- 5218 17th Ave, New York, NY 11204
- 5220 17th Ave, New York, NY 11204
- 5222 17th Ave, New York, NY 11204
- 1683 53rd St, New York, NY 11204
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