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1686 Gates Avenue, Queens, NY 11385

5
DOB Complaints
12
311 Housing Calls
31
Housing Violations
0
Permits

Risk Assessment

96
Low Risk

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

Our AI predicts there is a 96% chance of no major maintenance issues.
Augrented Insights Report for 1686 Gates Avenue

The three-story, six-unit tenement building at 1686 Gates Avenue in Ridgewood, built in 1930 and currently owned by John Suarez, has experienced several significant maintenance issues over recent years. Most notably, in October 2022, the building suffered structural fire damage affecting multiple apartments (1L, 1R, 2R, and 2L) and common areas, with approximately 30% of second-floor joists becoming moderately charred. This incident led to several subsequent violations regarding building maintenance and repairs, including deteriorated wood framing and improper wood sistering of joists at the rear first floor.

The building has also faced persistent rodent issues, with multiple Department of Health complaints in late 2024 and regular Rat Activity findings during inspections between 2019-2024. The property has a history of various maintenance challenges documented through 311 calls and Housing Maintenance Code complaints. In 2020, there were multiple violations relating to unsanitary conditions, including pest issues, sewage problems, and concerns about flooring and ceiling conditions.

More recent violations from 2022-2024 include failure to file required inspection reports and issues with fire retardant materials in public areas. Despite this troubled history, the building has maintained a clean bedbug record according to the annual reporting requirements from 2019 to present, with zero infested units reported in all filing periods. The most recent structural concerns appear to have been addressed, with several 2023-2024 violations being documented as dismissed, though there remains an active violation from October 2022 regarding failure to maintain certain structural elements.

Last updated: July 27, 2025
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1686 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 5610 sq ft
Floors 3
Tax Abatements None
Building Class NEW LAW TENEMENT
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Key Building Statistics

5
DOB Complaints
Complaints filed with the Department of Buildings in the last 7 years.
31
Housing Violations
Class B & C housing maintenance code violations.
12
311 Housing Calls
Housing-related 311 service requests in the last 7 years.
4
Work Orders
Repair orders issued by city agencies.
0
ECB Violations
Environmental Control Board violations on record.
0
Evictions
Evictions executed by city marshalls.
12
Rodent Inspections
Rodent inspections conducted by DOHMH.
0
Building Permits
Permits issued by DOB in the last 7 years.

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1686 Gates Avenue Landlord Information

HPD Registration Contacts

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RoleNameAddress

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Landlord Court Records

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1686 Gates 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 1686 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
2020-08-192021-03-20Unsanitary Condition-PestsNon EmergencyCLOSE
2020-06-022020-06-04Paint/plaster-CeilingImmediate EmergencyCLOSE
2020-06-022020-06-04Flooring/stairs-FloorNon EmergencyCLOSE
2020-06-022020-06-04Unsanitary Condition-PestsNon EmergencyCLOSE
2020-06-022020-06-04Flooring/stairs-FloorEmergencyCLOSE
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Housing Maintenance Code Violations

This table shows violations of the NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) issued by HPD for 1686 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
2024-04-15ACloseNoneNone(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
2022-10-11CCloseNoneNone§ 27-2010, 2011, 2012 ADM CODE CLEANSE AND DISINFECT TO THE SATISFACTION OF THIS DEPARTMENT AFTER REMOVING THE SOOT AT ALL WALLS AND CEILING AT PUBLIC HALL, ALL STORIESNone
2022-10-11CCloseNone2L§ 27-2005 ADM CODE & 309 M/D LAW ABATE THE NUISANCE CONSISTING OF FIRE DAMAGE IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 2L, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTHNone
2022-10-11CCloseNone3L§ 27-2005 ADM CODE & 309 M/D LAW ABATE THE NUISANCE CONSISTING OF FIRE DAMAGE IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 3L, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTHNone
2022-10-11CCloseNoneNone§ 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE FIRE RETARDANT MATERIAL FOR ALL WALLS AND CEILING AT PUBLIC HALL, ALL STORIESNone
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311 Service Requests

Service requests made to 311 for 1686 Gates Avenue. Data from NYC 311.

Created DateTypeDescriptionStatusAgencyResolution
2024-12-01 15:24RodentSigns of RodentsClosedDOHMH
2024-11-11 14:33RodentSigns of RodentsClosedDOHMH
2020-08-19 10:53UNSANITARY CONDITIONPESTSClosedHPD
2020-06-02 09:23UNSANITARY CONDITIONPESTSClosedHPD
2020-06-02 09:23FLOORING/STAIRSFLOORClosedHPD
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DOB Complaints

Department of Buildings complaints regarding 1686 Gates Avenue.

Complaint #FiledStatusCategoryInspection DateDisposition
49045592022-10-12CLOSEDFailure to Maintain2022-10-11Buildings Violation(s) Served (2022-10-12)
49045512022-10-12CLOSEDFailure to Maintain2022-10-11Buildings Violation(s) Served (2022-10-12)
49043962022-10-11CLOSEDConstruction Enforcement Work Order (DOB)2022-10-12No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2022-10-12)
49042262022-10-08CLOSEDBuilding Shaking/Vibrating/Struct Stability Affected2025-03-17Vacate Order Fully Rescinded (2025-03-18)
48676782021-12-20CLOSEDFailure to Retain Water/Improper Drainage (LL103/89)2022-01-27Inspector Unable To Gain Access – 2nd Final Attempt (2022-01-27)
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DOB Violations

Department of Buildings violations regarding 1686 Gates Avenue.

Date IssuedCategoryDescriptionStatusComments
2024-09-23V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSEDVIOLATION ISSUED-FAILURE TO FILE 2023 EXTERNAL LOW PRESSURE INSPECTIONCIANOW CRM Violation Dismissed2025-05-01
2023-01-10V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSEDFAILURE TO SUBMIT AN ACCEPTABLE INSPECTN RPT FOR STRUCTURALLY COMPROMISEVACATE FULLY RESCINDED & LOC RECEIVED.2025-04-10
2022-10-11V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEFAIL TO MAINTAIN-BLDG SUSTAIND STRCTRAL FIRE DMG ON 10/8/22APPRX 30% OF 2FL JOISTS MODRATLY CHARRD @EXP2 SIDE OF BLDG.FL JOISTS &STAIR BEAM CHARRD @EXP2 SIDE OF 3FL FRAMNG.MULTI LARGE OPNING IN ROOF NYSPE STRCTRL ENGNR IMMED EVAL ENTIRE BLDG &DSGN RPRS.FILE RPRS BY 12/12/22.OBTN PRMT &STRT WRK 12/27/22.CMPLT 3/17/23
2022-10-11V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEFTM-DTRIORATD WOOD FRAMNG &UNDR PRMITTD WOOD SISTERING OF JOIST OBSVD @REAR 1FL ALONG W/UNDER PRMITTD SUBFLOOR RPLACEMNT.COURTYARD WALLS IN DISRPR @EXP2 W/DTRIORTD MORTAR,MISSNG BRCKS,ETC NYSPE STRCTRL ENGNR-IMMED EVAL ENTIRE BLDG &DSGN RPRS.FILE RPRS BY 12/30/22.OBTN PRMT &STRT WRK BY1/13/23.CMPLT 4/17/23
2022-10-08V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSEDFIRE CAUSED DAMAGE TO INTERIOR PASSAGEWAY. WINDOWS DAMAGED/MISSING. HOLE IN ROOF APPROXIMATELY 1 FT X 3 FT. WATER DAMAGE THROUGHOUT.OK TO DISMISS DOB VIOLATION AS PER 3292.2025-03-18
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Indoor Environment Complaints (DOHMH)

The table below shows indoor environment complaints received regarding the conditions at 1686 Gates Avenue. 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 1686 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
2024-12-030002023-11-012024-10-31
2024-04-240002022-11-012023-10-31
2022-12-130002021-11-012022-10-31
2021-12-090002020-11-012021-10-31
2021-03-090002019-11-012020-10-31
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Rodent Inspections

Recent rodent inspection results for 1686 Gates Avenue. Data from NYC DOHMH.

DateTypeResult
2024-10-31ComplianceRat Activity
2024-09-13InitialRat Activity
2023-09-07ComplianceRat Activity
2023-07-27InitialRat Activity
2022-06-14ComplianceRat Activity
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HPD Litigation Explanation

The table below shows the HPD litigation records for 1686 Gates Avenue. The information includes the open date, case type, status, judgement, penalty and whether harassment was found. The data is sourced from HPD.

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Open DateCase TypeStatusJudgementPenaltyHarassment found
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OATH Cases Explanation

The table below shows the Office of Administrative Trials and Hearings cases for 1686 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 1686 Gates Avenue. 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 1686 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)
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Vacate Orders Explanation

The table below shows the vacate orders for 1686 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 1686 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 1686 Gates Avenue. Information includes tax class, month, water only flag, amount, and cycle. Data is sourced from NYC Department of Finance.

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Sales Records

Sales transactions for 1686 Gates Avenue. Data includes sale date, price, buyer, and seller.

DatePriceBuyerSeller

Asbestos Records

Asbestos abatement filings and records for 1686 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.

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Water Connections

Water connection permits and records for 1686 Gates Avenue. Data includes connection type, date, and status.

MaterialRecord Type

Elevator Permits

Elevator permit records for 1686 Gates Avenue. Data includes permit type, issue date, and status.

TypeIssue DateStatus

Landmark Violations

Landmark preservation violations for 1686 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.

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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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