135 Plymouth Street

Brooklyn, NY 11201BBL 3-00018-0001Map

135 Plymouth Street is an elevator apartment building built in 1900 in Brooklyn, 11201. It has 64 residential units across 7 floors. The owner of record is Don Ben R Co. HPD has recorded 4 housing violations here, most recently on November 18, 2025. 1 of the 4 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations: 4
DOB violations: 70
ECB violations: 38
HPD complaints: 22

What to know

Good

No open Class C

No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.

Good

Last violation Nov 18, 2025

Date of the most recent HPD inspection that found a problem.

Good

No unpaid ECB fines

No balance due on recent ECB violations.

Rent stabilization

No rent-stabilized units in 2018–2024 tax bills

Some apartments can still be regulated. Use the rent-stabilized checker or request the rent history from HCR.

Violations

Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.

HPD housing violations · 4

IInformation / order
And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.
Nov 18, 2025
Closed — Violation dismissed
BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the entire apartment located at apt 503a, 5th story, 3rd apartment from south at west
Sep 1, 2023 · Apt 503A
Open — Invalid certification
BHazardous
§ 9, 170, 171, 300, 301, 302 m.d.law-file plans and application and obtain a certificate of occupancy to legalize the conversion from a private dwelling to multiple dwelling use if lawfully feasible or restore to lawful occupancy
Sep 7, 2013
Closed — Violation closed
BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of bedbugs in the entire apartment located at apt 604, 6th story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jul 10, 2013 · Apt 604
Closed — Violation dismissed

DOB building violations · 70

Construction other optional
Emergency work order due to partially detached fire escape drop ladder @ exposure#3 north & #4 east posing an imminent hazard to the public as ladders may not be properly deployed in emergency situation remedy: immediately repair defective fire escape drop ladder & place on guide rails u/full supervision of a nys licensed professional
Apr 23, 2026
Dob violation - active
Construction other optional
Emergency work order due to multiple defective, hazardous facade conditions crack/spalling brick w/loose material,spalling masonry, crack window sills @exp1s,#2w #3n.remedy:immed take/provide safe measu to secure/protect public & install pub protection. immediately make adeq repairs u/full supervision of nys licensed professional
Apr 23, 2026
Dob violation - active
Construction other optional
Owner to hire a nys licensed professional engineer to prepare an engineering report addressing the aforementioned condition of interior wall in disrepair. engineering report shall include plans, photographs recommendations & approximate time frame of when the repairs should be completed by owner & submitted to dob
Mar 26, 2026
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 27, 2020
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired
Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2016 cat 1 insp/tst
Jan 26, 2018
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired
Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2016 cat 1 insp/tst
Jan 26, 2018
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired
Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2016 cat 1 insp/tst
Jan 26, 2018
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired
Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2015 cat 1 insp/tst
Jan 3, 2017
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired
Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2015 cat 1 insp/tst
Jan 3, 2017
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired
Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2015 cat 1 insp/tst
Jan 3, 2017
Dob violation - dismissed

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Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired
Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2014 cat 1 insp/tst
Nov 14, 2016
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired
Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2014 cat 1 insp/tst
Nov 14, 2016
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired
Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2014 cat 1 insp/tst
Nov 14, 2016
Dob violation - dismissed
Landmark none
Landmk-landmark none
May 5, 2016
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 8, 2016
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 8, 2016
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Feb 10, 2015
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Feb 20, 2014
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Feb 20, 2014
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Feb 17, 2014
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Feb 15, 2013
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Feb 15, 2013
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Feb 15, 2013
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Feb 16, 2012
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Feb 16, 2012
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Feb 16, 2012
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Feb 16, 2012
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 7, 2011
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 7, 2011
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 7, 2011
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 7, 2011
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 28, 2010
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 28, 2010
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 28, 2010
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Dec 4, 2009
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Dec 4, 2009
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Dec 4, 2009
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Dec 4, 2009
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 29, 2008
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 29, 2008
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 29, 2008
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 29, 2008
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 31, 2006
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 31, 2006
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 31, 2006
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 9, 2004
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
3p314
Jan 8, 2003
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
3f2219
Jan 8, 2003
Dob violation - resolved
Construction other optional
Work without a permit. work noted: full partitions erected 2nd to 7th floor withour a permit, creating rooms remedy: obtain a permit or restore premises to prior legal condition
Dec 13, 2000
Vw*-violation - work w/o permit dismissed
Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Dec 13, 2000
Dob violation - active

ECB violations · 38

Class - 1
Failure to maintain building in code-compliant manner. note: observed at exposure 4(east) cracked stucco coating in multiple locations. remedy: repair and replace.
Jul 20, 2026 · Penalty $2,500
Active
Class - 1
Failure to maintain bldg exterior facade and appurtenances.note:at time of inspection,i observed at exp#1 south spalling/delaminating lintelstone multi loc.cracked/spalling brick at parapet window spandrels,arc
Apr 23, 2026 · Penalty $5,000
Active
Class - 1
Observed interior brick wall in state of disrepair at the subject location with vertical/horizontal cracks, missing mortar joints, and crumbling brick that was noted above newly renovated interior spaces comple
Mar 26, 2026 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve
Class - 2
Cease use item: handle can be stuck in up direction. class 2 items: adjust rear gate. missing controller prints. repair machine room temperature control. clean oil residue on brake drum.
Nov 22, 2022
Resolve
Class - 2
Work does not conform to approved construction documents &/or approved amendments. at time of inspection,2 workers in progress of interior renovation at apt#206a & 205b of 2nd fl. contrary to dob approved & 205
Jun 6, 2019
Resolve
Class - 2
Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#35264044z issued on 11/04/17 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. work w/o a variance @ 1st fl garage installing window frames.
Dec 7, 2017
Resolve
Class - 2
Failure to provide approved construction plans @ job site @ time of inspection.workers working @ garage,1st fl,2nd fl,3rd fl. without plans @ time of inspection.stop all work.rem:provide plans
Nov 4, 2017 · Penalty $250
Resolve
Class - 2
Work without a variance.noted:@ 1st fl.garage they were installing window frames @ exposure 4,on the 2nd fl. they were taping and spackling @ time of inspection a/o a variance.rem:obtain variance.
Nov 4, 2017
Resolve
Class - 3
Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the c/o. #244765. dob records indicate a mixed use manufacturing district; at the time of inspection, space converted from 2nd flr to 7th flr to work and live-in artist
Aug 13, 2010 · Penalty $400
Active
Class - 2
Altered/changed building occupied without a valid certificate of occu pancy as per 28-118.3.1 28-118.3.2 noted: c of o number #300391145 issued on feb 29-1996 for temporary occupancy for ninety (90) days and ex
May 27, 2009 · Penalty $500
Resolve

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Class - 2
Failure to comply with the commissioner's order to file a certificate of correction with the dob for erecting partitions, 11 3pc bathroom,11residential sink & gas lines for 11 class "a" apt w/o a permit.
Jul 9, 2008 · Penalty $800
Resolve
Non-hazardous
Altered bldg occupied w/o a valid c of o temporary c of o 300391145 issued on 2/29/96 expired on 5/29/96 remedy: obtain valid c of o
Feb 22, 2008
Resolve
Non-hazardous
Work w/o a permit work noted created full height partition for 11 class a apts installed water and waste lines for 11 3pc bathroom shower stall tub toilets wash basin 11 residential sinks and gas lines for
Feb 22, 2008 · Penalty $800
Resolve
Non-hazardous
Occupancy contrary to certificate of occupancy c of o # 300391145 indicates premises to be transfer(station) packing sorting,storage & shipping of waste paper and manufacturing. illegal occupancy noted: created
Feb 22, 2008 · Penalty $800
Resolve
Non-hazardous
Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the c of o.noted: c of o# 244765of march 26,1996 indicate 2nd fl thru 7th fl to be manufacturing & packing now 2nd fl thru 7th fl occupied as commercial suites,offices,arti
Feb 14, 2007 · Penalty $800
Active
Non-hazardous
Work w/o a permit. noted:erected partitions at 2nd thru 7th fl creating commercial suites,offices, artist studio,spaces created varies in size.remedy:obtain permit or obtain permit to restore premises to prior
Feb 14, 2007
Resolve
Hazardous
Failure to maintain: defect noted; at front of building (plymouth st) at 2nd fl and 3rd glass panel is broken and missing. remedy: replace missing and broken glass.
Nov 2, 2005 · Penalty $2,000
Resolve
Hazardous
Failre to maintain in that building windows sash & frames are loose hanging with broken glass at stiarwells as well as front and side exterior of building thru out.remedy:repair "all" windows thru-out building
Jun 2, 2005 · Penalty $2,000
Resolve
Non-hazardous
Failure to maintain building defects are (1) wood sash windows frames and glass broken and glass and windows frmaes hanging in stair wells at rear of 6 story hallway 4 wooden sash windows broken section missing
Feb 4, 2005 · Penalty $800
Resolve
Non-hazardous
Failure to maintain bldg.defects noted:1st floor interior of garage at rear missing brick around arch hallway loose tile hallway.remedy: repair and or replace
Mar 19, 2004
Resolve
Non-hazardous
Failure to maintain exterior bldg wall defect are at north west and south sides of bldg are vertical and horizontal crack approx 1/2' wide from grade to parapet walls at various locations remedy: maintain ext
Jun 16, 2003 · Penalty $350
Resolve
Non-hazardous
Work without a permit hazardous at front south of bldg brick with two 12 steel beams removed and two new 12' steel beams erected and being noted stop all construction work make site safe call dob at 718-802-368
Jun 16, 2003 · Penalty $800
Resolve
Non-hazardous
Without a permit:work note:full partitions erected at 2-7fl without a permit creating rooms.rem:obtain a permit or restore premses to prior legal condition.
Dec 13, 2000 · Penalty $800
Resolve
Hazardous
Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the c of o.c of o #244765.illegal occupancy .noted:2 to 7fl converted to work/sleeping quarters (studio)with full bathroom and kitchen.rem:discontinue illegal occupancy for
Dec 13, 2000 · Penalty $800
Active
Non-hazardous
Failure to maintain. defect is lintel above opening (middle loading area) missing. repair defect.
Aug 19, 1999
Resolve
Non-hazardous
Insufficiat water supply to standpipe roof tank removed no water storage for standing remedy provide sufficient water supply
Aug 5, 1999
Resolve
Non-hazardous
Standpipe rsers inproperly located standpipe risers in bldg #5 located inproperly in apatmetns with no access fls 3-6 remedy prperly locate risers
Aug 5, 1999 · Penalty $400
Resolve
Non-hazardous
Hose provide is not of proper type size and or quality no hoses on stand pipe on each fl remedy provide hose of proper type size and quality
Aug 5, 1999 · Penalty $400
Resolve
Hazardous
15i11,18x11,75u5. -18 cease use until item is complied with before returning to service call 312-8737 for reinspection
Nov 5, 1998 · Penalty $500
Resolve
Non-hazardous
73x11. -73 restore to service or file for dismantle
Nov 5, 1998
Resolve
Non-hazardous
Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the certificate of occupancy 244465 legal occupancy 2nd fl manufacturing to manufacturing and offices 4 rooms remedy amend cofo
Jun 19, 1996
Resolve
Non-hazardous
Failure to comply with the commissioner's order to file a certificate of correction with the department of building for violation #341224774 remedy: file certificate of correction for violation #341224774
Oct 20, 1995 · Penalty $1,000
Resolve
Non-hazardous
Failure to comply with the commissioner's order to file a certificate of correction with the department of building for violation #34093931p. remedy: file certificate of correction for violation.#34093931p.
Oct 20, 1995 · Penalty $500
Resolve
Non-hazardous
Occupancy contrary to that by c/o#179502 occupancy changed from packi-ng,shipping and storage,garage for five 5 cars accesory use to a wastetransfer station at ground fllor.remedy:obtain a valid c/o or disconti
Feb 15, 1995 · Penalty $350
Resolve
Non-hazardous
Failure to maintain defect is: holes in ceiling at stairway 1st floor hole in ceiling at 2nd floor frieght elevator area. remedy: make all necessary repairs to area's noted
May 26, 1994 · Penalty $1,000
Resolve
Non-hazardous
Work without a permit work noted: having removed sliding fire doors that seperate floors to adjoining building from 2nd floors to 8th floors(note: work done prior inspection) floors not occupied. remedy: obtain
May 23, 1994 · Penalty $350
Resolve
Non-hazardous
Occupancy contrary to that allowed by dept records was factory 1st fl.present use recycling of paper products. remedy:discontinue illegal use and obtain a cofo only if feasible.
May 24, 1993 · Penalty $1,000
Resolve
Non-hazardous
Failure to maintain. fire damage southwest portion of 2nd story. remedy: have architect or engineer file with this department. maintain building.
Aug 30, 1989 · Penalty $200
Resolve

Complaints

Unsanitary condition
Pests
Aug 29, 2023 · Apt 503A
Close
Unsanitary condition
Mold
Aug 29, 2023 · Apt 503A
Close
Water leak
Slow leak
Aug 29, 2023 · Apt 503A
Close
Paint/plaster
Wall
Aug 29, 2023 · Apt 503A
Close
General
Cabinet
Aug 29, 2023 · Apt 503A
Close
Flooring/stairs
Floor
Aug 29, 2023 · Apt 503A
Close
General
Ventilation system
Aug 29, 2023 · Apt 503A
Close
Plumbing
Basin/sink
Aug 29, 2023 · Apt 503A
Close
Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Dec 16, 2020 · Apt 401
Close
Flooring/stairs
Floor
Apr 15, 2016 · Apt 203
Close

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Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
Apr 15, 2016 · Apt 203
Close
Flooring/stairs
Floor
Apr 15, 2016 · Apt 203
Close
Paint/plaster
Wall
Aug 6, 2015 · Apt 203
Close
Unsanitary condition
Sewage
Dec 5, 2014 · Apt 501
Close
Water leak
Heavy flow
Nov 29, 2014 · Apt 501
Close
General
Janitor/super
Nov 29, 2014 · Apt 501
Close
Nonconst
Vermin
Jun 25, 2013 · Apt 604
Close
Nonconst
Vermin
Jun 10, 2013 · Apt 604
Close
Heating
Heat related
Jan 9, 2009 · Apt 3
Close
Plumbing
Water-leaks
Nov 15, 2008 · Apt 311
Close
Plumbing
Water supply
Sep 6, 2005 · Apt 410
Close
Plumbing
Water supply
Jan 18, 2004 · Apt BLDG
Close

Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

Sales come from the NYC Department of Finance rolling sales file.

Building details

Building type: Elevator apartment building (D7)
Year built: 1900
Floors: 7
Residential units: 64
Building area: 211,386 ft²
Lot area: 41,250 ft²
Zoning: M1-4/R8A
Community board: 302
Council district: 33
Block / lot: 18 / 1
Assessed value: $25,993,350
Landmark / historic district: DUMBO Historic District

HPD registration #391300, last renewed Jan 6, 2026.

Questions about 135 Plymouth Street

Who owns 135 Plymouth Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Don Ben R Co.

Does 135 Plymouth Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 4 housing violations at this property.

Is 135 Plymouth Street rent stabilized?

No rent-stabilized units appear in its 2018–2024 tax bills. Individual apartments can still be regulated, so request the rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal if unsure.

When was 135 Plymouth Street built?

City records list 1900 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 135 Plymouth Street?

It has 64 residential units and 84 units in total.

Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.