255 16 Street
Brooklyn, NY 11215BBL 3-01048-0046Map
Owner of record: Cohen, Myra P.
255 16 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1931 in Brooklyn, 11215. It has 6 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is Cohen, Myra P.. HPD has recorded 52 housing violations here, most recently on May 1, 2026. 44 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 1 rent-stabilized apartment here in 2018.
- HPD violations
- 52
- DOB violations
- 5
- ECB violations
- 2
- HPD complaints
- 25
What to know
Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.
Date of the most recent HPD inspection that found a problem.
No balance due on recent ECB violations.
Rent stabilization
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.
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Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 52
- ANon-hazardous
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 1, 2026
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
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 6, 2025
Open — Nov sent out - 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 26, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
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 3, 2024
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
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
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
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 22, 2022
Open — Nov sent out - 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.
Feb 22, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
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 6, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed - 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.
Oct 28, 2019
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace with new the missing wired glass at skylight at public hall, 3rd story
Mar 15, 2018
Open — Nov sent out
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- 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 1, 2016
Closed — Violation dismissed - 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.
Feb 6, 2015
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system boiler room door locked at cellar
Mar 29, 1999
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Fire escape defective. replace with new the broken, defective and/or missing bottom return rail at 2 sty balcony at rear er1
Mar 29, 1999
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Fire escape defective. replace with new the broken, defective and/or missing 13th tread up from 2 to 3 sty balcony stair at rear er1
Mar 29, 1999
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Replace with new the missing wood cabinets east wall kitchen 2 sty east apt 2r , section '' ''
Apr 9, 1998 · Apt 2R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of exposed electric wires ceiling light fixture kitchen 2 sty east apt 2r , section '' ''
Apr 9, 1998 · Apt 2R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective connection wasteline locknut sink kitchen 2 sty east apt 2r , section '' ''
Apr 9, 1998 · Apt 2R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Replace with new the missing washbasin bathroom 2 sty east apt 2r , section '' ''
Apr 9, 1998 · Apt 2R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets sink kitchen 2 sty east apt 2r , section '' ''
Apr 9, 1998 · Apt 2R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color walls and ceiling bathroom and kitchen 2 sty east apt 2r , section '' ''
Apr 9, 1998 · Apt 2R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of concealed water leak ceiling bathroo 2 sty east apt 2r , section '' ''
Apr 9, 1998 · Apt 2R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling 1 sty east apt 1r 1st room from kitch en. , section '' ''
Oct 30, 1996 · Apt 1R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
D26-10.01 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective metal ceiling 1 sty east apt kitchen er1.
Oct 30, 1996
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector defective 1 sty apt 1r husak. , section '' ''
Oct 30, 1996 · Apt 1R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color wall & ceiling 1 sty east apt 2 kitchen. , section '' ''
Oct 30, 1996 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color walls 1 sty east apt kitchen & bathroom.
Oct 30, 1996
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color walls & ceiling 1 sty east apt 2 bathroom. , section '' ''
Oct 30, 1996 · Apt 2
Open — Not complied with - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color walls & ceiling 1 sty apt 2 thru out. , section '' ''
Oct 30, 1996 · Apt 2
Open — Not complied with - BHazardous
Arrange and make self-closing the doors entrance 1 sty east apt.
Oct 30, 1996
Open — Not complied with - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice & roaches 1 sty east apt thru out.
Oct 30, 1996
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice & roaches 2 sty east apt 2r. , section '' ''
Oct 22, 1996 · Apt 2R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
D26-10.01 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective plaster & metal ceiling cellar rear.
Oct 22, 1996
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling 2 sty apt 2r center room. , section '' ''
Oct 22, 1996 · Apt 2R
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Section 300 m/d law file plans and application and legalize the following alteration or restore to the legal condition existing prior to the making of said alteration southwest entrance door 1 sty duplex apt 1l sealed shut and sheetrocked 1 sty public hall , section '' ''
Oct 22, 1996 · Apt 1L
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Section 300 m/d law file plans and application and legalize the following alteration or restore to the legal condition existing prior to the making of said alteration 1 sty apt 1l converted into duplex with cellar , section '' ''
Oct 22, 1996 · Apt 1L
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
D26-10.01 adm code properly repair the broken or defective paving rear yard.
Oct 22, 1996
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department east wall 2 sty east apt 2r kitchen. , section '' ''
Oct 22, 1996 · Apt 2R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color walls under sink 2 sty apt 2r kitchen. , section '' ''
Oct 22, 1996 · Apt 2R
Open — Not complied with - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling 1 sty east apt 2 center room. , section '' ''
Dec 13, 1988 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of concealed water leak 1 sty east apt 2 kitchen. , section '' ''
Dec 13, 1988 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly secure the loose door knob entrance to 3 sty west apt 5. located at apt 5
Mar 21, 1988 · Apt 5
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice 3 sty west apt thru out.
Mar 21, 1988
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceiling 3 sty west apt 5 bathroom. located at apt 5
Mar 21, 1988 · Apt 5
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective sheetrock & plaster ceiling cellar thru out.
Mar 21, 1988
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceilings & walls thru out 1 sty east apt 2. located at apt 2
Mar 21, 1988 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Refit door entrance 1 sty east apt 2. located at apt 2
Mar 21, 1988 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
D26-20.08,20.09 adm code provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations missing 3 sty apt 5. , section '' ''
Mar 21, 1988 · Apt 5
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
D26-13.03 adm code abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice & raoches 3 sty apt 5. , section '' ''
Mar 21, 1988 · Apt 5
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
D26-10.01 adm code properly repair the broken or defective lower sash at west window 3 sty apt 5 front room. , section '' ''
Mar 21, 1988 · Apt 5
Open — Nov sent out
DOB building violations · 5
- Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2018 external low pressure inspection
Jun 20, 2023
Dob violation - active - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Aug 29, 1995
Dob violation - active - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jun 1, 1994
Dob violation - active - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Aug 16, 1993
Dob violation - active - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jun 1, 1993
Dob violation - active
ECB violations · 2
- Class - 2
Work without a permit. unregistered boiler is peerless boiler not hb smith boiler that is registered.
May 11, 2021 · Penalty $625
Active - Class - 3
Fail to maintain exterior bldg wall & appurtenances. found at the timeof inspection, 2 step cracking with hairline openings, one between thewindows @ 1st & 2nd flrs on the right flank of facade & the second at
Jan 28, 2010
Resolve
Complaints
- Paint/plaster
Wall
Dec 1, 2021 · Apt 201
Close - Outside building
Roofing
Jul 27, 2019 · Apt BLDG
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Apr 4, 2018 · Apt 3R
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Apr 4, 2018 · Apt 3R
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Apr 4, 2018 · Apt 3R
Close - General
Cooking gas
Apr 4, 2018 · Apt 3R
Close - Electric
Power outage
Apr 4, 2018 · Apt 3R
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Mar 6, 2018 · Apt 1L
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Mar 6, 2018 · Apt 1L
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Mar 6, 2018 · Apt 1L
Close
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- Electric
Power outage
Mar 6, 2018 · Apt 1L
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Mar 3, 2018 · Apt 2R
Close - Electric
Power outage
Mar 3, 2018 · Apt 2R
Close - Outside building
Roofing
Mar 2, 2018 · Apt 2R
Close - Water leak
Heavy flow
Mar 2, 2018 · Apt 2R
Close - Water leak
Heavy flow
Mar 2, 2018 · Apt 2R
Close - Water leak
Heavy flow
Mar 2, 2018 · Apt 2R
Close - General
Mold
Jan 20, 2011 · Apt 2R
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Jan 20, 2011 · Apt 2R
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Jan 20, 2011 · Apt 2R
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Jan 20, 2011 · Apt 2R
Close - General
Floor
Jan 20, 2011 · Apt 2R
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Jan 20, 2011 · Apt 2R
Close - General
Mold
Jan 20, 2011 · Apt 2R
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Jan 20, 2011 · Apt 2R
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C2)
- Year built
- 1931
- Floors
- 3
- Residential units
- 6
- Building area
- 4,500 ft²
- Lot area
- 2,500 ft²
- Zoning
- R6B
- Community board
- 307
- Council district
- 39
- Block / lot
- 1048 / 46
- Assessed value
- $1,071,900
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #355515, last renewed Jul 20, 2026.
Questions about 255 16 Street
Who owns 255 16 Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Cohen, Myra P..
Does 255 16 Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 52 housing violations at this property.
Is 255 16 Street rent stabilized?
NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 1 rent-stabilized units here in 2018 (about 17% of its 6 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.
When was 255 16 Street built?
City records list 1931 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 255 16 Street?
It has 6 residential units.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.