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778 Franklin Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11238BBL 3-01178-0049Map

Owner of record: Walker James T

778 Franklin Avenue is a mixed residential and retail building built in 1925 in Brooklyn, 11238. It has 6 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is Walker James T. HPD has recorded 33 housing violations here, most recently on May 4, 2026. 20 of the 33 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 5 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
33
DOB violations
19
ECB violations
23
HPD complaints
73

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 2024
5
About 83% of the building's 6 apartments
Down from 6 in 2018

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 · 33

  • 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

    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 29, 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 10, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective mortise lock vestibule door at lobby, 1st story

    Mar 14, 2024

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective broken marble thread 1st. from bottom up 1 sty. public hall. at public hall, 1st story

    Mar 14, 2024

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    § 329, m/d law and dept. rules and regs. provide a completed certificate of inspection visits in a proper frame at or near mailboxes, bottom edge of frame between 48-62 inches above floor missing at public hall, 1st story

    Mar 14, 2024

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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

    Mar 14, 2024

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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.

    Mar 14, 2024

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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. at public hall, 1st story

    Mar 14, 2024

    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 at public hall, 1st story

    Mar 14, 2024

    Open — Nov sent out
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  • 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

    Mar 14, 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 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 24, 2022

    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 24, 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 8, 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.

    Apr 8, 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 30, 2019

    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 17, 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 22, 2017

    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 9, 2016

    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 100 watts minimum required , light fixture present

    Mar 24, 2016

    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.

    Oct 9, 2015

    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 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 required. (light fixture present)

    Dec 3, 2014

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the nuisance consisting of mold ... 10 sq.f. at ceiling and walls in the bathroom located at apt 2b, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Mar 1, 2009 · Apt 2B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the nuisance consisting of mold ... 20 sq.f at west and north wall in the kitchen located at apt 2b, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Mar 1, 2009 · Apt 2B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 2b, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Mar 1, 2009 · Apt 2B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the 2nd room from east located at apt 2b, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Mar 1, 2009 · Apt 2B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the rubbish and refrigirator with doors intact at public hall, 2nd story

    Mar 1, 2009

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice in the entire apartment located at apt 2b, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Mar 1, 2009 · Apt 2B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of standing refridgeator at 2nd sty with doors intatct at public hall

    Feb 24, 2009

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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

    Jun 13, 1998

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the at rear yard.

    Sep 17, 1997

    Open — Not complied with

DOB building violations · 19

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2020 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 30, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Dec 13, 2017

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Aug 23, 2017

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Apr 5, 2017

    Dob violation - active
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Nov 30, 2016

    Dob violation - active
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Dec 31, 2014

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2010 inspection report

    Dec 13, 2011

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Lblvio-low pressure boiler boiler required

    Dec 31, 2009

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 31, 2005

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 13, 2004

    Dob violation - active
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  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 19, 2003

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 7, 2000

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    May 4, 1998

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Sep 16, 1997

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 10, 1997

    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 · 23

  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#35245338k,issued on 6-3-17 & to file a c of c for illegal occupancy on the 1st fl. remedy: comply w/the comm's order or file a c of c.

    Mar 3, 2018 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#35245338k issued on 06/03/17 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. note: no document file for occupancy use as per 28-118.3.1738

    Jan 28, 2018 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply with the commissioner's order contained in summons/violation #35245338k issued on 06/03/17 & to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01.change in occupancy use as

    Dec 11, 2017 · Penalty $2,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply with the commissioner's order contained in summons/violation #35263838x issued 09/16/17 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01. for change in use, withou

    Nov 3, 2017 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#35245338k issued on 06/03/18 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. change in occupancy use as per 28-118.3.2 by operation a place

    Nov 1, 2017 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Change in use or occupancy of c of o by opertating a pa as per when current co does not allow such occupancy.noted:at time of inspection i observed 100 plus persons occupying establishment when currrent co 5983

    Sep 16, 2017 · Penalty $1,200

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Change in occupancy use as per 28-118.3;28-118.2failure to comply w/commissioners order contained in summons/violation#35245338k issued on 6/3/17 and to file a cofc pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01.by oper

    Sep 7, 2017 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply with the commissioners order contained in summons/violation #35245338k issued on 06/03/17 & to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01.no compliance recorded.re

    Jul 25, 2017 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Change in occupancy use as per 28-118.3.1728-118.3.2 by operation a place of assembly as per when the current cofo does not allow such occupancy.noted:cofc #59831 includes occupancy of 3 persons,now occupied as

    Jun 3, 2017 · Penalty $800

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#35219223l issued on 02/26/17 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. no compliance recorded. remedy: comply w/comm's order &/or fil

    Apr 18, 2017

    Resolve
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  • Class - 1

    Change in occupancy/use of c of o as per 28-118.3.1-28-118.3.2 by operating a place of assembly as per when current c of o does not allow such occupancy.noted:per c of o #59831 dated 3/13/30 issued by the bldg

    Mar 11, 2017

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Change in occupancy/use of c of o as per 28-118.3.1/28-118.3.2 by operating a place of assembly as per when current c of o does not allow such occupancy. noted: at the time of inspection, c of o # 59831 allows

    Feb 26, 2017 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#35263838x issued on 09/16/17 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. note: no document file for occupancy change in use. remedy: com

    Jan 28, 2017 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Change in occupancy/use of c of o as per 28-118.3.1;28-118.3.2 by operating a place of assembly as per when current c of o does not allowed such occupancy. noted: per c of o #59831 dated 3-13-30 issued by the

    Jan 15, 2017 · Penalty $1,000

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/ the commissioner's order contained in nov# 35768548m issued on 6/19/16 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1, 28-204.4 & 1rcny 102-01. public assembly. rem: comply w/ commissioner's order

    Dec 3, 2016 · Penalty $800

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply with the commissioner's order contained in nov#35168548m issued on 6/19/16 &to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1,28-204.4 &1rcny 102-01.rem:comply w.commissioner's order &/

    Aug 2, 2016 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Operation of a place of assembly when the current certificate of occupancy does not allow operation of a p.a. cofo#59831 allows store with 3 person premises now occupied as place of assembly with approx 120 peo

    Jun 19, 2016 · Penalty $2,500

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Operation of a place of assembly contrary to the cofo when the currentcofo does not allow the operation of a f.a. cofo #59831 allows for a store at the 1st flr w/a capacity of 3 persons. premises is occupied

    Oct 5, 2014 · Penalty $5,000

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Work w/out a permit:extension at rear creating kitchen & permanent wooden structure use in conjunction with 1st fl eating/drinking estab kitchen area approximately 13'wx20'l constructed with masonry blocks and

    Apr 5, 2014

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Work w/o a permit. work noted: a permanent wood structure has been erected at rear of ground level eating & drinking establishment and is enclosed. approx size is 10' x 20'. remedy: obtain approvals or restore

    May 10, 2013

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Sec. 28-118.3.2 occupancy contrary to that allowed by the c of o of building dept records. c of o #59831 states legal use of 1st fl is a store for 3 people. premises is & eating & drinking establishment d/b/a

    Oct 8, 2011

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/ the comms order to file a cert of correction w/ dob ecb nov#34817293k written for occupancy contrary to that allowed by the c/o of dob records outdoor area at rear being used in conjunction

    Jun 19, 2010

    Resolve
  • Class - 3

    Occupancy contrary to dept of bldgs records in that outdoor area at rear being used at time of inspection in conjunction with 1st eatery anddrining establishment-severaltabloids chains with patnuxs gathering

    Nov 15, 2009 · Penalty $400

    Active

Complaints

  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Oct 21, 2023 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Oct 21, 2023 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • General

    Janitor/super

    Oct 21, 2023 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Oct 21, 2023 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Electric

    Power outage

    Jun 7, 2023 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • General

    Cooking gas

    Jun 7, 2023 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    May 31, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Feb 8, 2009 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Feb 8, 2009 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Feb 8, 2009 · Apt 2B

    Close
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  • General

    Mold

    Feb 6, 2009 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Feb 6, 2009 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Feb 6, 2009 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Feb 6, 2009 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 27, 2007 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Oct 22, 2007 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Oct 22, 2007 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Oct 22, 2007 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Oct 22, 2007 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Oct 17, 2007 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Oct 17, 2007 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Oct 17, 2007 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Oct 17, 2007 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Oct 17, 2007 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Electric

    Electric-supply

    May 25, 2007 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Rubbish

    Apr 24, 2007 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Apr 18, 2007 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Apr 15, 2007 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Mar 29, 2007 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Mar 15, 2007 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Mar 13, 2007 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Mar 11, 2007 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • General

    Locks

    Jan 8, 2007 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Jan 8, 2007 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jan 8, 2007 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 7, 2007 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • General

    Locks

    Jan 7, 2007 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 5, 2007 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 23, 2006 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • General

    Doors

    Dec 23, 2006 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Oct 28, 2006 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Oct 28, 2006 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 21, 2006 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 21, 2006 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Oct 18, 2006 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 17, 2006 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Oct 12, 2006 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    May 9, 2006 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    May 9, 2006 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    May 9, 2006 · Apt 2C

    Close

Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

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

Building details

Building type
Mixed residential and retail building (S9)
Year built
1925
Floors
4
Residential units
6
Building area
6,360 ft²
Lot area
2,667 ft²
Zoning
R7A
Community board
308
Council district
35
Block / lot
1178 / 49
Assessed value
$855,000
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #307244, last renewed Sep 8, 2025.

Questions about 778 Franklin Avenue

Who owns 778 Franklin Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Walker James T.

Does 778 Franklin Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 33 housing violations at this property.

Is 778 Franklin Avenue rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 5 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 83% of its 6 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 778 Franklin Avenue built?

City records list 1925 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 778 Franklin Avenue?

It has 6 residential units and 8 units in total.

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