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159 Columbia Street

Brooklyn, NY 11231BBL 3-00319-0015Map

Owner of record: South Brooklyn Renewal Housing Developme Nt

159 Columbia Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1900 in Brooklyn, 11231. It has 4 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is South Brooklyn Renewal Housing Developme Nt. HPD has recorded 29 housing violations here, most recently on May 4, 2026. 7 of the 29 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 4 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2019.

HPD violations
29
DOB violations
5
ECB violations
3
HPD complaints
38

What to know

Concern
1 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation May 4, 2026

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

Rent-stabilized units in 2019
4
About 100% of the building's 4 apartments

Counts come from owners' rent-stabilization filings shown on NYC Department of Finance tax bills, as extracted by JustFix. They tell you a building has stabilized apartments, not which ones.

Stabilized units by tax-bill year

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Violations

Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.

HPD housing violations · 29

  • A

    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.

    May 4, 2026

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approximately 6 sq ft at east wall in the 1st room from east located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    May 9, 2024 · Apt 3A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approximately 6 sq ft at east wall in the 1st room from east located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north original violation 16958380 issued 09-may-24 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code §27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).

    May 9, 2024 · Apt 3A

    Open — Not complied with
  • C

    Post notice, in form approved by the department, stating the name and location of the person designated by the owner to have key to buildings heating system sign missing at public hall, 1st story

    May 9, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective counter top formica in the kitchen located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    May 9, 2024 · Apt 3A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at east wall in the 1st room from east located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    May 9, 2024 · Apt 3A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at east wall in the 1st room from east located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    May 9, 2024 · Apt 3A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective ... in the entrance located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    May 9, 2024 · Apt 3A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective in the entire apartment located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    May 9, 2024 · Apt 3A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    May 9, 2024 · Apt 3A

    Open — Nov sent out
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  • A

    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.

    Apr 9, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • I

    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 22, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    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.

    Mar 22, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    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.

    Feb 23, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Fire escape defective. properly secure the loose 2nd metal tread from bottom up at 2nd story balcony at building rear stack

    Sep 22, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes flower pots at 2nd story balcony, building front stack

    Sep 22, 2021

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    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.

    Apr 8, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Arrange and make self-closing the doors ... in the entire apartment located at apt 4a, 4th story

    Aug 13, 2019 · Apt 4A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • I

    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.

    Oct 16, 2018

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • I

    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 21, 2017

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Aug 9, 2017 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector inoperable located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Aug 9, 2017 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective mortise lock at door in the entrance located at apt 2a, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Aug 9, 2017 · Apt 2A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective connection at sink in the kitchen located at apt 2a, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Aug 9, 2017 · Apt 2A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Install the missing or repair/replace the defective window guard(s) in accordance with the specifications of the new york city health code section 24 rcny chapter 12. wg to install = 1; wg to replace = 0; wg to repair = 0; located at apt 2a, 2nd story, apartment at north

    Aug 9, 2017 · Apt 2A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Provide adequate lighting at or near the outside of the front entranceway of the building and keep same burning from sunset every day to sunrise on the day following 100 watts minimum required, light fixture present

    Jan 4, 2016

    Closed — Violation closed
  • I

    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.

    Feb 18, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes at the second story balcony, building front at fire escape

    Aug 13, 2014

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Provide adequate lighting at or near the outside of the front entranceway of the building and keep same burning from sunset every day to sunrise on the day following 100 watts minimum required

    Nov 13, 2012

    Closed — Violation dismissed

DOB building violations · 5

  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jul 25, 1994

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Apr 21, 1990

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Apr 5, 1990

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Feb 4, 1990

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Nov 29, 1989

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 3

  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply with commissioner's order contained in summons #39095429k issued on 09/21/2023, and failure to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28.201.1 and 1 rcny 102-01(d)(2). an acceptable cert

    Jan 29, 2025 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    In boiler room the hwh flue is in poor condition/in gas meter room the ceiling as fallen down;correct violation and submit the certificate of correction

    Sep 21, 2023 · Penalty $625

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Failure to obtain a temporary construction permit prior to installation of temporary construction equipment.note at the time of my inspection at a 4 story building observed no construction activities.after revi

    Mar 25, 2022 · Penalty $6,250

    Active

Complaints

  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 27, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Oct 17, 2024 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    May 6, 2024 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Mar 15, 2022 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Aug 7, 2009 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Aug 7, 2009 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Aug 7, 2009 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Aug 7, 2009 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Electric

    Bell-buzzer/intercom

    Jun 25, 2009 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jun 25, 2009 · Apt 3A

    Close
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  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jun 25, 2009 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jun 25, 2009 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Jun 25, 2009 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jun 25, 2009 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jun 25, 2009 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • General

    Doors

    Jun 25, 2009 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Jun 25, 2009 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 1, 2004 · Apt 4A

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 1, 2003 · Apt 2FL

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Nov 1, 2003 · Apt 2FL

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Nov 1, 2003 · Apt 2FL

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Nov 1, 2003 · Apt 2FL

    Close
  • General

    Doors

    Nov 1, 2003 · Apt 2FL

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Nov 1, 2003 · Apt 2FL

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Nov 1, 2003 · Apt 2FL

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jun 20, 2003 · Apt 2FL

    Close
  • General

    Doors

    Jun 20, 2003 · Apt 2FL

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Jun 20, 2003 · Apt 2FL

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jun 20, 2003 · Apt 2FL

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Jun 20, 2003 · Apt 2FL

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Jun 20, 2003 · Apt 2FL

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Jun 20, 2003 · Apt 2FL

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    May 14, 2003 · Apt 2FL

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    May 14, 2003 · Apt 2FL

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    May 14, 2003 · Apt 2FL

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    May 14, 2003 · Apt 2FL

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    May 14, 2003 · Apt 2FL

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    May 14, 2003 · Apt 2FL

    Close

Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

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

Building details

Building type
Walk-up apartment building (C3)
Year built
1900
Floors
4
Residential units
4
Building area
3,600 ft²
Lot area
1,828 ft²
Zoning
R6A
Community board
306
Council district
39
Block / lot
319 / 15
Assessed value
$1,332,000
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #315240, last renewed Oct 14, 2025.

Questions about 159 Columbia Street

Who owns 159 Columbia Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is South Brooklyn Renewal Housing Developme Nt.

Does 159 Columbia Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 29 housing violations at this property.

Is 159 Columbia Street rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 4 rent-stabilized units here in 2019 (about 100% of its 4 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 159 Columbia Street built?

City records list 1900 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 159 Columbia Street?

It has 4 residential units.

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