Parties occur in area behind this black gate, between 501 E 21 and 525 E 21.

Community Board 14 will share complaint details with the NYPD. NYC noise code specifies that loud music or other noise must cease by 10 PM. Please encourage all neighbors to file noise complaints with 311 any time loud music is occurring after 10 PM. Please post 311 numbers here as well as the date and time the complaint was filed to assist with resolution. We will address all posted complaints with NYPD. Thank you.

Thanks for the prompt reply and appreciate the assistance with NYPD. Unfortunately most of my 311 noise complaints have been updated as closed despite the music continuing on. Posted the ones from June below for reference:

Service Request Number : 311-00007583
Type : Noise - Residential - Loud Music/Party
Date Submitted : 6/29/2019 11:02:48 PM

Service Request #: C1-1-1736430801
Date Submitted: 06/16/19 1:47:07 AM
Request Type: Noise - Residential
Details: Loud Music/Party

Dear Brooklyn Community Board please stop disseminating inaccurate information regarding the NYC Noise Code. The law states that after 10 pm and before 7 am no one shall make any noise measured at 7 decibels or more above the ambient sound level as measured at a distance of 15 feet. That level goes up to 10 decibels after 7 am and before 10 pm. Which means that between 7 am and 10 pm its also illegal to make loud music or other noise. And just as a point of reference, 10 decibels is equivalent to the sound of someone breathing.

For more information about the NYC Noise Code, please refer to this guide:
http://www.nyc.gov/html/dep/pdf/noise_code_guide.pdf

That's actually just an overview of the NYC Noise Code. It doesn't address any of the decibel level restrictions for music or any other noise in the common courtesy section. A complete copy of the NYC Noise Code including the general prohibitions with a complete description of the decibel level restrictions can be found on page 10: http://www.nyc.gov/html/dep/pdf/law05113.pdf

Another party is being held tonight. It started around 8PM and it’s still going strong past midnight. Outdoor speaker setup, though this time it’s in the open area behind 525 E 21st St. Again, because it’s in the middle of the block, all surrounding apartment units are impacted. Even with my windows shut, it sounds especially loud tonight. Opened a noise complaint (311-00405095) hours ago, but I doubt police will be able to access back area and shut it down. Any way to put pressure or risks of fines on the building’s management company or super?

Thank you for following up with the Community Board regarding these noise complaints. We requested information from NYPD as to what time this particular complaint was responded to and if any action was taken beyond what the 311 response indicates. Additionally, we have requested increased enforcement regarding all noise complaints related to this building.

Thanks. The party ended up going to 5AM that night :( so I'm hoping future complaints can be addressed quickly and effectively by NYPD going forward.

The party is back. Same combination of outdoor cookout, speaker equipment and partygoers in the middle of a residential block on a weekend evening. I've raised a complaint, and am hoping the NYPD honors the CB's recent request to increase enforcement on this recurring group...

Service Request Number : 311-00635225
Type : Noise - Residential - Loud Music/Party
Location : 525 EAST 21 STREET, BROOKLYN, NY, 11226 - BROOKLYN
Date Submitted : 9/14/2019 10:44:38 PM

I would suggest asking the community board for names and phone numbers of the NCO's (neighborhood coordination officers) assigned to your area. They are really typically great to work with and they respond in a timely manner. You can always text them once the noise problem arises and they'll either come themselves or send another officer if they're off that day.
You're block is part of the 70th Precinct and the following page lists all of the NCO's in your precinct, you just have to confirm which officers are assigned specifically to your block:
https://www1.nyc.gov/site/nypd/bureaus/patrol/precincts/70th-precinct.page

Thanks for this suggestion. I had emailed my NCO's last year about this last summer with no response, but I see they have changed since then so will follow-up with the new ones and see what happens. I'd be pleasantly surprised if I am able to text someone directly about future occurrences but will keep my fingers crossed!

Good luck! Miguel Marquez (917-224-0996) and Michael Joseph (917-226-5709) are assigned to our area around Stephens Ct/Newkirk and E 23rd and they've been very responsive and easy to work with.

You can also try John Velez, his is the NCO supervisor and is quick to respond and help as well. His number is 917-355-3870.

Thanks all - It's great that there is this site where I can reach out for help from my CB and neighbors!

Well, they're back.. first one of what I fear to be many parties this summer. Same setup: late night cookout and party and music blasting in the middle of a dense residential block with at least 6 apartment buildings facing them. Attached photo for reference - note the DJ table connected to large outdoor speaker on the left.

Still too loud to sleep through closed windows, but at least it's not that hot yet. It will only get warmer as the summer goes on and keeping windows shut is not an option. Noise comes in through AC also.

I've raised another complaint and am hoping NYPD will finally be able to do something about it this year. Even in off chance of shutting the party down for tonight, need real threat of noise violation tickets or fines to deter future parties.

SR#: 311-02762569

In case you get push back from the police department or the community board, these parties are in violation of Administrative Code section 24-218 (it's the NYC Noise Code). We're having the same issues on my block and I was advised by officer Marquez to call the precinct directly when he is not on duty and speak with the operator. The operators have been advised to address noise complaints by sending someone over instead of just telling the caller to file a complaint with 311. The phone number for 70th precinct is 718-851-5511. Good luck!

Thanks, will definitely give this a try for the next one!

Just a week since the last party, they're back again - same group starting late night with loud talking and large outdoor speaker blasting music in the middle of a dense apartment block. I'm posting this after midnight and they are going strong...

Took the advice from here and on top of raising noise complaint, called the precinct who sent someone over. It seems the group paused the music to talk to the officer, but it came back on shortly afterwards. I just sent Officer Marquez an email to see what other options are available. Fingers crossed there's something that can actually be done-

You can also contact Sgt. John Velez at JOHN.VELEZ@nypd.org or 917-355-3870. He is in charge of the NCO's.

Spoke to Officer Marquez, who was genuine and candid with what NYPD could realistically do, considering this is occurring on private property.

Next option to try is reaching out directly to the management company of that building, though I would prefer not to walk over and try to get into their mail room for contact info.

Community Board - Is this publicly available or do you have the information on file?

The buildings located at 501 & 525 East 21 Street are owned by the same limited liability corporation (LLC). As per City Records (https://www1.nyc.gov/site/finance/taxes/acris.page), the owner is 525 East 21 Corp. with an address listed as 4711 12th Avenue, Suite A8, Brooklyn, NY 11219. The site manager's name is listed as Yechiel Weinberger. Additional information about these buildings is available at https://whoownswhat.justfix.nyc/en/address/BROOKLYN/525/EAST%2021%20STREET

The group had a literal DJ and multiple large speakers this time blasting music until around 3AM this past holiday weekend, as if the backyard was a nightclub. There are residential apartment buildings all around.

Raised noise complaint (SR#311-03070741) and called the precinct as well but no action was taken to shut it down. I sent the NCO Officer Marquez a text as well.

Is there any other pressure the community board can apply on the building management, e.g. fines or violations?

Community Board 14 does not issue fines or violations. Please encourage residents to continue speaking with neighbors, filing 311 complaints and reaching out directly to your NCO Officers including PO Marquez. We will continue to forward comments posted here to the 70th Precinct.

Ask officer Velez about filing a complaint against the property owner with the DEP (Department of Environmental Protection). The DEP is able to issue fines and place liens against the property. The NCO's should be able to file this complaint on your behalf and then coordinate with the DEP for a site visit.

Another Saturday, another late night loud party, unfortunately.

I raised noise complaint (SR#311-03167418) and also called the precinct to send somebody over to check it out, but the party still lasted well past 3AM.

I've asked PO Marquez about the DEP complaint the above poster suggested, but no response just yet.

CB14 followed up again with NYPD to ask what measures are being taken to address the ongoing late night noise complaints at this address. I will post their response here. Please continue to let us know if the situation does not improve. Thank you.

August recap:

There were 2 more weekends in August with loud, late night parties. Same hosts and party description.
8/15/20: SR#311-03622171, 311-03623170
8/22/20: SR#311-03700848, 311-03706204

The NCO said a DEP complaint was logged #187029971, which would provide direct visibility to the property owner.

Does anyone know of a NYC gov website where I can see the status of this DEP ticket?

You can use the first website below to check the status of complaints that begin with 311- and you can use the second website below to check all other complaints, such as the DEP ticket number.

https://portal.311.nyc.gov/check-status/

https://www1.nyc.gov/NYC311-SRLookup/

Thank you. It looks like DEP ticket #187029971 was closed 3 days after it was opened. It doesn't say what action was taken unfortunately. I still think a DEP fine/lien is the only way to resolve this long-term so I've followed up with the NCO on this.

There was another late party this past weekend that went to ~3:30AM. The 311 noise complaint was closed around 10:30PM (SR#311-03869099). The precinct operator also said they received multiple calls from other neighbors throughout the night, but it wasn't shut down.

North Crown Heights over the years expanded the size and scope of illegally operated outdoor discos. CB 8, Laurie Cumbo & Eric Adam’s did nothing.
Noise is not always an NYPD issue. Check the address of the offender to see if they are allowed to operate. Go onto the DOB website and look for certificate of occupancy.
Also note The Bossert Hotel in Brooklyn Heights has a special document protecting the community from noise traffic etc. attached to the hotels certificate of occupancy. It clearly states no noise to be heard in nearby residences. News articles preceding community meetings stated no weddings, Bat mitzvah or the like. No traffic.
Ask Eric!

Go online and send an email to the commissioner of FDNY. Also all commissioners at DOB.
If police do not act call Internal Affairs and you do have to hold on. Report that police have done nothing and demand a supervisor be sent to check for illegal alcohol.
It is illegal to BYOB, distribute for free and or to charge. You can find this info on the NYS liquor authority website. How about underage drinking? Also notify NYS Liquor authority and they can pressure NYPD to act. Don’t stop. Is all necessary government agencies. Also the Dept of Health. Consumer Affairs.

Eric Adam’s controls Community Boards. Put pressure on him before the election. Ask him to initiate a Quality of Life squad.

Hi CB14, I had refrained from posting last year but the alley party issue with loud late night music has still been ongoing despite 311 noise complaints and engaging NCOs for assistance.

So far this year there have been two late parties. I've raised complaints during both: 311-10382272, 311-10468469.

Please advise what else can be done.

Just a quick update: The first SR I opened last night was closed without action being taken, but to the NYPD's credit, I had opened another SR closer to 1AM (311-10471536), and this time the music did stop for good. That's the first time that's happened in years.

It'd be great to hear more about what they did this time around and if that same action could be applied consistently for future occurrences. It's much appreciated!

Thank you for providing this update. I am glad to hear that NYPD did respond on 5/30/22. Please continue to update this post and add 311 SRN's. We will follow up with the NYPD to request ongoing enforcement at this location.

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Another party by the same group. Music been blasting since 8:30PM and still going as I post this at 4AM with no signs of stopping.

Three noise complaints opened and closed to no avail:
311-11465959
311-11467175
311-11468663

CB14: Instead of following up with NYPD, would you be willing to contact the management company to raise this directly to them since it is their super hosting these parties? It would hold more weight as opposed to individual anonymous residents of neighboring buildings.

Thank you for providing this update. NYPD responded twice and spoke with people at the premises based on your 311 complaints. I am sorry to hear that the individuals were not cooperative once the officers left the scene. CB14 will follow up with management as requested. Do you know the super of the building who you believe is hosting the parties? If so, please provide his name. Thank you.

I do not know the name unfortunately; this is just what the NYPD NCO had told me.

Thank you for reaching out to their management.

Hello - I was unable to reach anyone at 525 East 21 Corp, the management company listed as owning the building. If there is contact information for either the management company or the building super posted in the building, please provide this information here. Thank you.

Community Board 14 sent a letter to the management company with a request to stop residents from hosting late-night, outdoor parties. If you are able to obtain the name and number of the building super or manager, please post it here. Thank you.

Thank you for the attempt - it is much appreciated.

The NCO provided this information from the lobby of the building:

Simon 347-546-5963
525 E 21 St Corp and Management
5014 16 Ave, #257, Brooklyn, NY, 11204

Thank you for posting this information.

CB14 spoke with Simon, 525 E 21 St Building Manager, about this issue. Management met with the super and confirmed to CB14 that these parties will no longer be held in the outdoor space. We hope that this will resolve this issue, but please provide updates here if this is not the case. You are also welcome to reach out to the Building Management directly with any concerns. Thank you.

Thank you very much for your assistance - it is much appreciated!

I will let you know if the parties persist.

We made it through Labor Day weekend without late night music in that alley.

I will close this issue. Thanks again for your help in getting it resolved.