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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

Concern
4 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation May 1, 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 2018
1
About 17% of the building's 6 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 · 52

  • 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 1, 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.

    Jun 6, 2025

    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 26, 2024

    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 3, 2024

    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.

    Mar 20, 2023

    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.

    Feb 22, 2022

    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.

    Feb 22, 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 6, 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 28, 2019

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    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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  • 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 1, 2016

    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.

    Feb 6, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system boiler room door locked at cellar

    Mar 29, 1999

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    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
  • C

    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
  • B

    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
  • B

    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
  • B

    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
  • B

    Replace with new the missing washbasin bathroom 2 sty east apt 2r , section '' ''

    Apr 9, 1998 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets sink kitchen 2 sty east apt 2r , section '' ''

    Apr 9, 1998 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    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
  • B

    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
  • B

    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
  • B

    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
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective 1 sty apt 1r husak. , section '' ''

    Oct 30, 1996 · Apt 1R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    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
  • B

    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
  • B

    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
  • B

    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
  • B

    Arrange and make self-closing the doors entrance 1 sty east apt.

    Oct 30, 1996

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice & roaches 1 sty east apt thru out.

    Oct 30, 1996

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice & roaches 2 sty east apt 2r. , section '' ''

    Oct 22, 1996 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    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
  • B

    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
  • A

    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
  • A

    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
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair the broken or defective paving rear yard.

    Oct 22, 1996

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    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
  • B

    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
  • B

    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
  • B

    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
  • B

    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
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice 3 sty west apt thru out.

    Mar 21, 1988

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    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
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective sheetrock & plaster ceiling cellar thru out.

    Mar 21, 1988

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    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
  • A

    Refit door entrance 1 sty east apt 2. located at apt 2

    Mar 21, 1988 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    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
  • B

    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
  • A

    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

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

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.