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12-61 Central Avenue, Queens, NY 11691

7
DOB Complaints
145
311 Housing Calls
267
Housing Violations
2
Permits

Risk Assessment

27
High Risk

This building is in the riskiest 10% of buildings in NYC with significant maintenance issues.

Our AI predicts there is a 27% chance of no major maintenance issues.
Augrented Insights Report for 12-61 Central Avenue

12-61 Central Avenue is a 6-story, 180-unit residential building located in Far Rockaway, constructed in 1961 and currently owned by Martin Scharf. The building has experienced recurring issues with heat and hot water system failures, particularly notable between January and March 2025, with multiple emergency complaints filed through the Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) department. While some of these complaints were resolved through inspection or tenant communication, several instances required re-filing due to inspection access issues.

In addition to heating problems, there were reports of unsanitary conditions related to mold and ceiling issues during the same period, with at least one confirmed instance of mold that required attention. The building's maintenance history shows persistent challenges with infrastructure and systems. Recent violations include issues with self-closing doors in various common areas, as noted in August 2024 inspections, and a bedbug infestation pattern showing fluctuating cases between 2018 and 2024, with the most recent reporting one infested unit in 2024.

Previous years showed higher infestation rates, peaking at 11 units in 2018. The property has also faced periodic elevator service concerns, with citations for "Single Device on Property/No Alternate Service" in 2022 and 2020. Environmental control board violations from 2023 and earlier indicate ongoing challenges with building systems, including a working door zone restrictor and maintenance records. Additionally, there were two open Building Department complaints from 2024 regarding Certificate of Occupancy issues, though access was denied for inspections.

Last updated: July 27, 2025
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12-61 Central Avenue Building Overview

Renter Risk Rating

This building is in the riskiest 10% of buildings in Far Rockaway.

Building Characteristics

Total units 180
Year built 1961
Total area 183894 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.
267
Housing Violations
Class B & C housing maintenance code violations.
145
311 Housing Calls
Housing-related 311 service requests in the last 7 years.
23
Work Orders
Repair orders issued by city agencies.
3
ECB Violations
Environmental Control Board violations on record.
4
Evictions
Evictions executed by city marshalls.
1
Rodent Inspections
Rodent inspections conducted by DOHMH.
2
Building Permits
Permits issued by DOB in the last 7 years.

Included Addresses

  • 1225 Beach 12th St, New York, NY 11691
  • 1261 Central Ave, New York, NY 11691
  • 12-61 Far Rockaway Blvd, New York, NY 11691

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12-61 Central Avenue Landlord Information

HPD Registration Contacts

Contact data is from NYC HPD building registration.

RoleNameAddress

Landlord Portfolio

Other NYC buildings registered to this landlord.

AddressUnitsCode ViolationsRisk Rating

Landlord Court Records

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Date FiledCase TitleCourtLink
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12-61 Central 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 12-61 Central 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
2025-03-072025-03-10Heat/hot Water-Apartment OnlyEmergencyCLOSE
2025-03-022025-03-04Heat/hot Water-Apartment OnlyEmergencyCLOSE
2025-02-222025-02-27Heat/hot Water-Entire BuildingEmergencyCLOSE
2025-02-172025-02-19Heat/hot Water-Apartment OnlyEmergencyCLOSE
2025-01-122025-01-18Unsanitary Condition-MoldEmergencyCLOSE
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Housing Maintenance Code Violations

This table shows violations of the NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) issued by HPD for 12-61 Central 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
2024-12-28BCloseNoneNone§ 27-2005 HMC: REFIT DOOR AT COMPACTOR CLOSET, 6th STORY, SECTION ''A''2025-01-10T00:00:00.000Z
2024-12-28CCloseNoneNone§ 27-2005, 27-2007, 27-2041.1 HMC, §238, § 309; § 107 (2) ( C) MDL AND 28 RCNY §25-171: REPLACE OR REPAIR THE SELF-CLOSING DOORS THAT IS MISSING OR DEFECTIVE HINGES, AT COMPACTOR CLOSET, 6th STORY, SECTION ''A''2025-01-10T00:00:00.000Z
2024-12-09BCloseNoneC621§ 27-2026 ADM CODE REPAIR THE LEAKY AND/OR DEFECTIVE FAUCETS AT BATHTUB IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT C621, 5th STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH2024-12-13T00:00:00.000Z
2024-12-09BCloseNoneC621§ 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE MORTISE LOCK DOOR KNOBS IN THE ENTRANCE LOCATED AT APT C621, 5th STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH2024-12-13T00:00:00.000Z
2024-08-02COpenNoneNone§ 27-2005, 27-2007, 27-2041.1 HMC, §238, § 309; § 107 (2) ( C) MDL AND 28 RCNY §25-171: REPLACE OR REPAIR THE SELF-CLOSING DOORS THAT IS MISSING OR DEFECTIVE HINGES AT ROOF BULKHEAD DOOR FROM FIRE STAIR ''A2'' AT BUILDING SECTION ''A''None
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311 Service Requests

Service requests made to 311 for 12-61 Central Avenue. Data from NYC 311.

Created DateTypeDescriptionStatusAgencyResolution
2025-03-07 20:56HEAT/HOT WATERAPARTMENT ONLYClosedHPD
2025-03-02 05:23HEAT/HOT WATERAPARTMENT ONLYClosedHPD
2025-02-22 16:16HEAT/HOT WATERENTIRE BUILDINGClosedHPD
2025-02-17 08:16HEAT/HOT WATERAPARTMENT ONLYClosedHPD
2025-01-12 11:46UNSANITARY CONDITIONMOLDClosedHPD
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DOB Complaints

Department of Buildings complaints regarding 12-61 Central Avenue.

Complaint #FiledStatusCategoryInspection DateDisposition
49623682024-06-11ACTIVECertificate of Occupancy – None/ILLEGAL/Contrary to CO2024-08-05Access Denied – 1st Attempt (2024-08-05)
49573172024-04-24CLOSEDCertificate of Occupancy – None/ILLEGAL/Contrary to CO2024-10-02Inspector Unable To Gain Access – 2nd Final Attempt (2024-10-02)
49519512024-03-01CLOSEDBoiler: Defective/Inoperative/No Permit2024-03-04No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2024-03-04)
49321592023-07-24CLOSEDFailure to Retain Water/Improper Drainage (LL103/89)2023-10-23Complaint Referred To Department Of Transportation (dot) (2023-10-23)
49089202022-12-01CLOSEDElevator: Single Device on Property/No Alternate Service2023-01-04Oath Violation Served (2023-01-04)
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DOB Violations

Department of Buildings violations regarding 12-61 Central Avenue.

Date IssuedCategoryDescriptionStatusComments
2020-12-03V*-DOB VIOLATION - ResolvedPPN203 AOC SUB 01/15/2021 BY CHAMPION ELEVATOR CERT 083131 JOSEPH P. CARFORA2021-02-02
2020-12-03V*-DOB VIOLATION - ResolvedPPN203 AOC SUB 01/15/2021 BY CHAMPION ELEVATOR CERT 083131 JOSEPH P. CARFORA2021-02-02
2019-04-30V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEFAILED TO FILE FISP CYCLE 8C TECHNICAL REPORT BY 02/21/2019
2018-12-26V*-DOB VIOLATION - ResolvedPPN203 AOC SUB ON 6/6/19 BY:VERTICAL MAINT.&REPWILLIAM TIERNEY, CERT#2180132019-06-12
2018-12-26V*-DOB VIOLATION - ResolvedPPN203 AOC SUB ON 6/6/19 BY:VERTICAL MAINT.&RE WILLIAM TIERNEY, CERT#2180132019-06-12
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Indoor Environment Complaints (DOHMH)

The table below shows indoor environment complaints received regarding the conditions at 12-61 Central 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 12-61 Central 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
2024-12-021102023-11-012024-10-31
2023-12-011102022-11-012023-10-31
2022-12-015502021-11-012022-10-31
2022-11-223302020-11-012021-10-31
2021-12-077702020-11-012021-10-31
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Rodent Inspections

Recent rodent inspection results for 12-61 Central Avenue. Data from NYC DOHMH.

DateTypeResult
2018-07-06InitialPassed
2018-05-21InitialPassed
2017-07-18InitialPassed
2016-02-26CompliancePassed
2015-10-26InitialFailed for Other R
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HPD Litigation Explanation

The table below shows the HPD litigation records for 12-61 Central 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 12-61 Central 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 12-61 Central Avenue. Data from ECB.

DateNumberRespondentDescriptionStatusPenaltyBalance Due
2023-01-0439076909X1261 REALTY CODOOR ZONE RESTRICTOR NOT WORKING TAMPERED WITH DISABLED(CU). PROVIDE CABLE GUARDS FOR THE MACHINE. BRAKE MAINTENANCE TAG MISSING THE DATE. YOU MUST PROVIDE THE MONTH DAY AND YEAR TEST WAS PERFORMED.RESOLVE312.00.0
2019-10-2837015915K1261 REALTY COFAILURE TO SUBMIT AN ACCEPTIBLE REQUIRED CYCLE 8C REPORT OF CRITICAL EXAMINATION DOCUMENTING CONIDTION OF EXTERIOR WALL AND APPURTENANCES REQUIRED BY 28-302.4 FOR CONTROL #811756 AGG2 HISTROY OF NON COMPLIANCERESOLVE6250.00.0
2018-03-0737009258Z1261 REALTY CO.FAILURE TO SUBMIT ACCEPTABLE 7TH ROUND REPORT OF CRITICAL EXAMINATION DOCUMENTING CONDITION OF EXTERIOR WALLS AND APPURTENANCES REQUIRED BY 28-302.4 FOR CONTROL #711756.AGG2 HISTORY OF NONCOMPLIANCE ON 36024050RESOLVE3125.00.0
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Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) Explanation

The table below shows the Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) records for 12-61 Central 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 12-61 Central 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 12-61 Central 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 12-61 Central 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 12-61 Central Avenue. Data includes sale date, price, buyer, and seller.

DatePriceBuyerSeller

Asbestos Records

Asbestos abatement filings and records for 12-61 Central 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 12-61 Central Avenue. Data includes connection type, date, and status.

MaterialRecord Type

Elevator Permits

Elevator permit records for 12-61 Central Avenue. Data includes permit type, issue date, and status.

TypeIssue DateStatus

Landmark Violations

Landmark preservation violations for 12-61 Central 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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