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4207 8 Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11232BBL 3-00925-0006Map

Owner of record: J Yau Corp

4207 8 Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1915 in Brooklyn, 11232. It has 7 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is J Yau Corp. HPD has recorded 45 housing violations here, most recently on May 27, 2026. 12 of the 45 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 7 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
45
DOB violations
6
ECB violations
0
HPD complaints
38

What to know

Concern
1 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation May 27, 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 2024
7
About 100% of the building's 7 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 · 45

  • A

    Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mailbox missing sign at public hall, 1st story

    May 27, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Post a proper notice of carbon monoxide detecting device requirements, in a form approved by commissioner, in a common area of a class a multiple dwelling near inspection certificate or provide notice to tenants in private dwellings

    May 27, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of household items at public hall, 3rd story

    May 27, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Post, in a form approved by the commissioner, and maintain a notice in a common area of the building regarding the procedures that should be followed when a gas leak is suspected

    May 27, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Post a proper notice regarding rent stabilization law, in a form approved by the commissioner, in a conspicuous location within the common area at the buildings entrance. for more information about signage requirements, please visit: https://www.nyc.gov/site/hpd/services-and-information/required-signage.page

    May 27, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of double cylinder key operated lock installed on metal gate at north yard

    May 27, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 30, 2026

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Post a proper notice regarding rent stabilization law, in a form approved by the commissioner, in a conspicuous location within the common area at the buildings entrance. for more information about signage requirements, please visit: https://www.nyc.gov/site/hpd/services-and-information/required-signage.page

    Apr 29, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 20, 2025

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Remove device preventing door from being self-closing consisting of wood wedge placed at vestibule door

    Oct 31, 2025

    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.

    Jun 5, 2025

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair and abate unsafe electric wiring condition consisting of exposed electrical wires at ceiling in the foyer located at apt 5, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Apr 5, 2025 · Apt 5

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes consisting of laundry net and house hold items at building front at fire escape, 3rd story

    Apr 5, 2025

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Post and maintain a proper notice on wall of the entrance story in english and spanish on the availability of the agencys housing information guide. a sample notice can be found at www.nyc.gov/hpd.

    Apr 5, 2025

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Post, in a form approved by the commissioner, and maintain a notice in a common area of the building regarding the procedures that should be followed when a gas leak is suspected

    Apr 5, 2025

    Open — Not complied with
  • A

    Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box missing at public hall, 1st story

    Apr 5, 2025

    Open — Not complied with
  • A

    Post and maintain a proper sign on wall of entrance story showing the registration number assigned by the department and the address of the building. at public hall, 1st story

    Apr 5, 2025

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Post a proper notice of carbon monoxide detecting device requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, in a common area of a class a multiple dwelling near inspection certificate or provide notice to tenants in a private dwelling.

    Apr 5, 2025

    Open — Not complied with
  • C

    Install the missing or repair/replace the defective window guard(s) throughout the public areas in accordance with the specifications of the new york city health code section 24 rcny chapter 12.

    Apr 5, 2025

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Remove the illegal fastening key operated lock at bulkhead door

    Nov 13, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective at east and west at public hall, 1st story

    Nov 13, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • I

    Apts have been vacated by this department and cannot be reoccupied until so ordered after proof of compliance for apts #1 (1st apartment from east at south, 1st story), vacate #226369

    Mar 24, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • I

    Apts have been vacated by this department and cannot be reoccupied until so ordered after proof of compliance for apts #2 (1st apartment from west at north, 2nd story), vacate #226369

    Mar 24, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • I

    Apts have been vacated by this department and cannot be reoccupied until so ordered after proof of compliance for apts #3 (1st apartment from east at south, 2nd story), vacate #226369

    Mar 24, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • I

    Apts have been vacated by this department and cannot be reoccupied until so ordered after proof of compliance for apts #4 (1st apartment from west at north, 3rd story), vacate #226369

    Mar 24, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • I

    Apts have been vacated by this department and cannot be reoccupied until so ordered after proof of compliance for apts #5 (1st apartment from east at south, 3rd story), vacate #226369

    Mar 24, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • I

    Apts have been vacated by this department and cannot be reoccupied until so ordered after proof of compliance for apts #6 (1st apartment from west at north, 4th story), vacate #226369

    Mar 24, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • I

    Apts have been vacated by this department and cannot be reoccupied until so ordered after proof of compliance for apts #7 (1st apartment from east at south, 4th story), vacate #226369

    Mar 24, 2023

    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.

    Mar 20, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of fire damage in the entire apartment located at apt 6, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Mar 17, 2023 · Apt 6

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of fire damage in the entire apartment located at apt 4, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Mar 17, 2023 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of fire damage in the entire apartment located at apt 7, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Mar 17, 2023 · Apt 7

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at ceiling at 2nd, 3rd and 4th stories, public hall

    Mar 17, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling at 2nd, 3rd and 4th stories, public hall

    Mar 17, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at ceiling and all walls at 2nd, 3rd and 4th stories, public hall stairs

    Mar 17, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling and wall at 2nd, 3rd and 4th story public hall stairs

    Mar 17, 2023

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • C

    Replace with new the broken or defective glass pane at upper and lower sash window at public hall stairs, 3rd story

    Mar 17, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace with new the missing fireproof door at bulkhead , 4th story

    Mar 17, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace with new the missing staircase at 4th story, public hall stair leading to bulkhead

    Mar 17, 2023

    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.

    Nov 14, 2022

    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 18, 2022

    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.

    Apr 5, 2021

    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.

    Oct 6, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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 a minimum of 100 watts of incandescent light required. (light fixture present)

    Sep 20, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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 a minimum of 100 watts of incandescent light reqiured. (light fixture present)

    Dec 20, 2013

    Closed — Violation dismissed

DOB building violations · 6

  • Structurally compromised building none

    Failure to submit an acceptable inspectn rpt for structurally compromise

    Apr 15, 2023

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    Structure rendered non compliant at time of inspection damage observed to have been sustained fire in bulkhead large section of roof open smoke and water damage in fire stairwell and in apartments 7 and 8th on fourth floor

    Mar 14, 2023

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 13, 2004

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    Work without a permit. work noted: install a sheetrock partition to create 2 separate stores with 2 separate entrances remedy: obtain a permit if feasible or restore premises to prior legal condition

    Feb 5, 1999

    Vw-violation work without permit - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    May 4, 1998

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Sep 16, 1997

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 0

No ECB violations on record

Complaints

  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Jul 29, 2026 · Apt 7

    Close
  • Safety

    Fire escape

    May 23, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Apr 28, 2026 · Apt 7

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 29, 2025 · Apt 7

    Close
  • Electric

    Power outage

    Sep 28, 2025 · Apt 7

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Aug 16, 2025 · Apt 74THFL

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Jan 31, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Jan 31, 2025 · Apt 5

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jan 31, 2025 · Apt 5

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Jan 31, 2025 · Apt 5

    Close
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  • Safety

    Fire escape

    Jan 31, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Door/frame

    Jan 31, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Door/frame

    Jan 31, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Jan 31, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Jan 31, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Outside building

    Roof door/hatch

    Jan 31, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Electric

    No lighting

    Jan 4, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Sep 2, 2022 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 12, 2011 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Apr 15, 2011 · Apt 6

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Apr 15, 2011 · Apt 6

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Apr 15, 2011 · Apt 6

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Apr 15, 2011 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Apr 8, 2010 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Apr 8, 2010 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Apr 8, 2010 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Electric

    Bell-buzzer/intercom

    Apr 8, 2010 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Apr 8, 2010 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Apr 8, 2010 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Apr 8, 2010 · Apt 1

    Close
  • General

    Doors

    Apr 8, 2010 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 5, 2009 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 21, 2008 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 16, 2007 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 16, 2007 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 16, 2007 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 11, 2007 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 4, 2007 · Apt 1

    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 (C7)
Year built
1915
Floors
4
Residential units
7
Building area
6,600 ft²
Lot area
2,600 ft²
Zoning
R6
Community board
312
Council district
38
Block / lot
925 / 6
Assessed value
$500,850
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #338710, last renewed Jan 22, 2026.

Questions about 4207 8 Avenue

Who owns 4207 8 Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is J Yau Corp.

Does 4207 8 Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 45 housing violations at this property.

Is 4207 8 Avenue rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 7 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 100% of its 7 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 4207 8 Avenue built?

City records list 1915 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 4207 8 Avenue?

It has 7 residential units and 9 units in total.

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