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2255 Benson Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11214

7
DOB Complaints
5
311 Housing Calls
14
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 2255 Benson Avenue

2255 Benson Avenue is a 6-story, 69-unit residential building located in Gravesend, Brooklyn, built in 1960 and currently owned by Estelle Cohen. The property has experienced recurring issues with heat and hot water systems, with multiple emergency complaints filed between 2022 and 2024, including several complaints in December 2024 that prompted HPD inspections and resulted in violations being issued.

Recent inspections in December 2024 revealed several maintenance issues in apartments 6G and 7G, including problems with heating, hot water, plumbing, and plastered surfaces, though most of these violations were subsequently certified as corrected in early 2025. The building has maintained a clean record regarding bedbug infestations, with consistent reports showing zero infested or re-infested units from 2019 through 2024.

The property has undergone various inspections and faced several compliance requirements over the years, including Local Law 188/17 inspections in 2023 (with no violations found), and a significant environmental control board violation in August 2024 related to building safety and structure, for which a $2,500 penalty was imposed and resolved. Historical complaints include a 2023 egress issue and a 2020 elevator service concern, though both were closed with no violations warranted. The building's maintenance history shows regular oversight by housing authorities, with most issues being addressed and corrected in a timely manner, though the recent cluster of heating system problems in late 2024 suggests ongoing challenges with building infrastructure.

Last updated: July 27, 2025
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2255 Benson Avenue Building Overview

Renter Risk Rating

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

Building Characteristics

Total units 69
Year built 1960
Total area 54210 sq ft
Floors 6
Tax Abatements None
Building Class HEREAFTER ERECTED CLASS A
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Key Building Statistics

7
DOB Complaints
Complaints filed with the Department of Buildings in the last 7 years.
14
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.
1
ECB Violations
Environmental Control Board violations on record.
2
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

  • 83 Bay 32nd St, New York, NY 11214
  • 2255 Benson Ave, New York, NY 11214

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2255 Benson Avenue 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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2255 Benson 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 2255 Benson 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
2024-12-222024-12-27Heat/hot Water-Entire BuildingEmergencyCLOSE
2023-12-262023-12-30Heat/hot Water-Entire BuildingEmergencyCLOSE
2023-12-252023-12-29Heat/hot Water-Entire BuildingEmergencyCLOSE
2022-01-272022-01-29Heat/hot Water-Entire BuildingEmergencyCLOSE
2022-01-222022-01-28Heat/hot Water-Entire BuildingEmergencyCLOSE
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Housing Maintenance Code Violations

This table shows violations of the NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) issued by HPD for 2255 Benson 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
2024-12-26BOpenNone7G§ 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE ROOF SO THAT IT WILL NOT LEAK AT CEILING IN THE 1st ROOM FROM EAST AT NORTH LOCATED AT APT 7G, 6th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTHNone
2024-12-26BOpenNone7G§ 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR AT CEILING AND NORTH WALL IN THE 1st ROOM FROM EAST AT NORTH LOCATED AT APT 7G, 6th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTHNone
2024-12-26CCloseNone6G§ 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR AT CEILING IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 6G, 5th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH2025-01-09T00:00:00.000Z
2024-12-26CCloseNoneNone§ 27-2033 ADM CODE PROVIDE READY ACCESS TO BUILDINGS HEATING SYSTEM LOCKED DOOR AT BASEMENT2025-01-03T00:00:00.000Z
2024-12-26BCloseNone7G§ 27-2026 ADM CODE REMOVE ALL OBSTRUCTIONS AND REPAIR ALL DEFECTS IN WASTELINE AT WASH BASIN IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 7G, 6th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH2025-01-03T00:00:00.000Z
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311 Service Requests

Service requests made to 311 for 2255 Benson Avenue. Data from NYC 311.

Created DateTypeDescriptionStatusAgencyResolution
2024-12-22 00:24HEAT/HOT WATERENTIRE BUILDINGClosedHPD
2023-12-26 13:19HEAT/HOT WATERENTIRE BUILDINGClosedHPD
2023-12-25 21:10HEAT/HOT WATERENTIRE BUILDINGClosedHPD
2022-01-27 04:53HEAT/HOT WATERENTIRE BUILDINGClosedHPD
2022-01-22 06:19HEAT/HOT WATERENTIRE BUILDINGClosedHPD
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DOB Complaints

Department of Buildings complaints regarding 2255 Benson Avenue.

Complaint #FiledStatusCategoryInspection DateDisposition
39712782024-08-04ACTIVE7Q2024-08-19Q6 (2024-09-11)
39182982023-07-12CLOSEDLocal Law 188/17 Compliance Inspections – Active Jobs2023-07-14No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2023-07-14)
39182992023-07-12CLOSEDLocal Law 188/17 Compliance Inspections – Active Jobs2023-07-14No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2023-07-14)
38886992023-01-08CLOSEDEgress: - Locked/Blocked/Improper/No Secondary Means2023-01-08No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2023-01-09)
37584972020-07-04CLOSEDElevator: Single Device on Property/No Alternate Service2020-08-31No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2020-09-01)
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DOB Violations

Department of Buildings violations regarding 2255 Benson Avenue.

Date IssuedCategoryDescriptionStatusComments
2021-04-23V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVE
2020-05-27V*-DOB VIOLATION - ResolvedDISMISSED BASED ON SUBSEQUENT REPORT SHOWING DEFECTS CORRECTED2022-12-16
2019-05-11V*-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 2255 Benson 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 2255 Benson 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
2024-12-110002023-11-012024-10-31
2023-12-130002022-11-012023-10-31
2022-12-280002021-11-012022-10-31
2021-12-270002020-11-012021-10-31
2021-01-060002019-11-012020-10-31
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Rodent Inspections

Recent rodent inspection results for 2255 Benson Avenue. Data from NYC DOHMH.

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HPD Litigation Explanation

The table below shows the HPD litigation records for 2255 Benson 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 2255 Benson 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)
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ECB Violations

Environmental Control Board violations for 2255 Benson Avenue. Data from ECB.

DateNumberRespondentDescriptionStatusPenaltyBalance Due
2024-08-1935686109KROTH & COHEN REALTY LLC28-323.8 AND RCNY 103-13(5)FAILURE TO SECURE PUBLIC SAFETY AND/OR MAKETHE BUILDING STRUCTURE AND APPURTENANCES CONFORM TO THE ADMINISTRATIVECODE AFTER UNSAFE NOTIFICATION FILED BY QPSI UNSAFE B0005534.NOTE:AT TRESOLVE2500.00.0
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Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) Explanation

The table below shows the Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) records for 2255 Benson 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 2255 Benson 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 2255 Benson 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 2255 Benson 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
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Case NumberDateTypeStatusDetails

Sales Records

Sales transactions for 2255 Benson Avenue. Data includes sale date, price, buyer, and seller.

DatePriceBuyerSeller

Asbestos Records

Asbestos abatement filings and records for 2255 Benson 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.

TypeIssue DateExpiration
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Water Connections

Water connection permits and records for 2255 Benson Avenue. Data includes connection type, date, and status.

MaterialRecord Type

Elevator Permits

Elevator permit records for 2255 Benson Avenue. Data includes permit type, issue date, and status.

TypeIssue DateStatus

Landmark Violations

Landmark preservation violations for 2255 Benson 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.

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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