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1687 Gates Avenue, Queens, NY 11385

4
DOB Complaints
38
311 Housing Calls
38
Housing Violations
0
Permits

Risk Assessment

81
Low Risk

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

Our AI predicts there is a 81% chance of no major maintenance issues.
Augrented Insights Report for 1687 Gates Avenue

The three-story, six-unit New Law Tenement building at 1687 Gates Avenue in Ridgewood, built in 1930 and currently owned by Joel Lefkowitz, has experienced several significant maintenance and compliance issues over the past few years. Most recently, in June 2025, there was a rodent-related complaint, though it received no specific resolution.

The building has been facing ongoing rat activity, with inspections in 2024 showing rat presence, though a July 2025 compliance inspection passed. There are active violations regarding illegal conversion of the cellar space, with objections to unauthorized rooming units and bathroom installations, and the property has multiple open DOB violations for failing to file mandatory annual low-pressure system inspections from 2018-2023.

Previous maintenance issues documented in late 2024 included multiple complaints about flooring, water leaks, and doors/windows, while 2023 violations revealed mold issues in apartment 1L. The building has consistently maintained records showing no bedbug infestations since 2020, and all housing maintenance code violations have been closed, indicating some level of response to past issues. The property has also faced challenges with fire escape access and various unsanitary conditions, though most recent inspections related to these issues show either resolution or ongoing monitoring.

Last updated: July 27, 2025
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1687 Gates Avenue Building Overview

Renter Risk Rating

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

Building Characteristics

Total units 6
Year built 1930
Total area 5600 sq ft
Floors 3
Tax Abatements None
Building Class NEW LAW TENEMENT
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Key Building Statistics

4
DOB Complaints
Complaints filed with the Department of Buildings in the last 7 years.
38
Housing Violations
Class B & C housing maintenance code violations.
38
311 Housing Calls
Housing-related 311 service requests in the last 7 years.
4
Work Orders
Repair orders issued by city agencies.
2
ECB Violations
Environmental Control Board violations on record.
0
Evictions
Evictions executed by city marshalls.
5
Rodent Inspections
Rodent inspections conducted by DOHMH.
0
Building Permits
Permits issued by DOB in the last 7 years.

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1687 Gates 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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Date FiledCase TitleCourtLink
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1687 Gates Avenue Rent Control Status

Year Built
Built before 1974
Units
More than 6 units
RGB Registration
Not registered
Tax Abatement
None found
Year BuiltUnitsRGB RegistrationTax Abatement
Before 1974 >6 units Not 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 1687 Gates 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
2025-06-172025-06-17Outside Building-PavementNon EmergencyOPEN
2024-09-302024-10-18Flooring/stairs-FloorNon EmergencyCLOSE
2024-10-162024-10-17Unsanitary Condition-Garbage/recycling StorageNon EmergencyCLOSE
2024-10-082024-10-15Flooring/stairs-FloorNon EmergencyCLOSE
2024-10-082024-10-15Water Leak-Heavy FlowEmergencyCLOSE
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Housing Maintenance Code Violations

This table shows violations of the NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) issued by HPD for 1687 Gates 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
2024-10-14BCloseNoneNone§ 27-2081 ADM CODE DISCONTINUE USE OF ROOMS FOR LIVING, DISCONNECT PLUMBING FIXTURES AND PROPERLY SEAL PIPE CONNECTIONS WATER CLOSET AND WASH BASIN AT CELLAR2024-11-27T00:00:00.000Z
2024-10-14CCloseNoneNone§ 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE CERAMIC TILES AT FLOOR AT 1st CELLAR FROM NORTH2024-10-29T00:00:00.000Z
2024-10-14BCloseNoneNone§ 27-2077 ADM CODE DISCONTINUE THE ROOMING UNIT NORTH 3 ROOM AT CELLAR2024-11-27T00:00:00.000Z
2024-09-27BCloseNone1R§ 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE CERAMIC FLOOR TILES IN THE 1st ROOM FROM NORTH LOCATED AT APT 1R, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH2024-10-29T00:00:00.000Z
2024-09-14BCloseNoneNone§ 27-2005, 2007 ADM CODE AND DEPT. RULES AND REGULATIONS. REMOVE THE ENCUMBRANCE OBSTRUCTING EGRESS FROM FIRE ESCAPES HOUSEHOLD ITEMS AT 3RD STORY BALCONY AT BUILDING FRONT AT FIRE ESCAPE2024-10-25T00:00:00.000Z
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311 Service Requests

Service requests made to 311 for 1687 Gates Avenue. Data from NYC 311.

Created DateTypeDescriptionStatusAgencyResolution
2025-06-03 06:23RodentCondition Attracting RodentsClosedDOHMH
2024-10-08 23:40PAINT/PLASTERCEILINGClosedHPD
2024-10-08 23:40DOOR/WINDOWDOORClosedHPD
2024-10-08 23:40FLOORING/STAIRSFLOORClosedHPD
2024-10-08 23:40WATER LEAKHEAVY FLOWClosedHPD
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DOB Complaints

Department of Buildings complaints regarding 1687 Gates Avenue.

Complaint #FiledStatusCategoryInspection DateDisposition
49965382025-05-16CLOSEDSpecial Operations Compliance Inspection2025-05-19Oath Violation Served (2025-05-19)
49751332024-10-14ACTIVEIllegal Conversion2024-11-26Inspector Unable To Gain Access – 1st Attempt Made (2024-11-27)
49751312024-10-14ACTIVEIllegal Conversion2024-11-26Inspector Unable To Gain Access – 1st Attempt Made (2024-11-27)
48896792022-05-13CLOSEDIllegal Conversion2022-12-30Inspector Unable To Gain Access – 2nd Final Attempt (2023-01-03)
48741192022-03-12CLOSEDVent/Exhaust – Illegal/Improper2022-04-06Access Denied – 2nd Attempt (2022-04-07)
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DOB Violations

Department of Buildings violations regarding 1687 Gates Avenue.

Date IssuedCategoryDescriptionStatusComments
2024-09-23V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEVIOLATION ISSUED-FAILURE TO FILE 2023 EXTERNAL LOW PRESSURE INSPECTION
2023-06-30V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEVIOLATION ISSUED-FAILURE TO FILE 2020 EXTERNAL LOW PRESSURE INSPECTION
2023-06-30V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEVIOLATION ISSUED-FAILURE TO FILE 2021 EXTERNAL LOW PRESSURE INSPECTION
2023-06-20V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEVIOLATION ISSUED-FAILURE TO FILE 2018 EXTERNAL LOW PRESSURE INSPECTION
2023-06-20V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEVIOLATION ISSUED-FAILURE TO FILE 2019 EXTERNAL LOW PRESSURE INSPECTION
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Indoor Environment Complaints (DOHMH)

The table below shows indoor environment complaints received regarding the conditions at 1687 Gates 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 1687 Gates 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
2025-06-160002023-11-012024-10-31
2023-12-140002022-11-012023-10-31
2023-01-050002021-11-012022-10-31
2022-03-160002020-11-012021-10-31
2020-12-210002019-11-012020-10-31
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Rodent Inspections

Recent rodent inspection results for 1687 Gates Avenue. Data from NYC DOHMH.

DateTypeResult
2025-07-03CompliancePassed
2024-10-24ComplianceRat Activity
2024-09-13InitialRat Activity
2023-07-26InitialPassed
2022-06-14ComplianceRat Activity
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HPD Litigation Explanation

The table below shows the HPD litigation records for 1687 Gates 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 1687 Gates 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)
DateAgencyRespondentChargeResultPenaltyStatus
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ECB Violations

Environmental Control Board violations for 1687 Gates Avenue. Data from ECB.

DateNumberRespondentDescriptionStatusPenaltyBalance Due
2024-10-1435483945X1687 GATES LLCOCCUPANCY CONTRARY TO THAT ALLOWED BY C OF O AND/OR DEPARTMENT OF BUILDING RECORDS. PARTITIONS ERECTED CREATING 2 ILLEGAL ROOMING UNITS AT CELLAR. TWO PIECE BATHROOM COMPLETED WITH WATER CLOSET AND WASH BASIN.ACTIVE2500.02500.0
2022-05-1335481793R1687 GATES LLCOCCUPANCY CONTRARY TO THAT ALLOWED BY C/O OR BLDGS DEPT RECORDS.CELLARUSE CHANGED FROM ORDINARY STORAGE TO ARRANGED SROS INJUNCTION W/1STY DISCONT ILLEGAL USERESOLVE0.00.0
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Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) Explanation

The table below shows the Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) records for 1687 Gates 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 1687 Gates 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 1687 Gates 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 1687 Gates 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
Tax ClassMonthWater OnlyAmountCycle
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Case NumberDateTypeStatusDetails

Sales Records

Sales transactions for 1687 Gates Avenue. Data includes sale date, price, buyer, and seller.

DatePriceBuyerSeller

Asbestos Records

Asbestos abatement filings and records for 1687 Gates 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 1687 Gates Avenue. Data includes connection type, date, and status.

MaterialRecord Type

Elevator Permits

Elevator permit records for 1687 Gates Avenue. Data includes permit type, issue date, and status.

TypeIssue DateStatus

Landmark Violations

Landmark preservation violations for 1687 Gates 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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