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579 Franklin Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11238BBL 3-01199-0005Map

Owner of record: Phoenix Management Service Corp

579 Franklin Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1905 in Brooklyn, 11238. It has 4 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is Phoenix Management Service Corp. HPD has recorded 89 housing violations here, most recently on May 4, 2026. 22 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
89
DOB violations
0
ECB violations
7
HPD complaints
69

What to know

Concern
5 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

No rent-stabilized units in 2018–2024 tax bills

Some apartments can still be regulated. Use the rent-stabilized checker or request the rent history from HCR.

Violations

Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.

HPD housing violations · 89

  • 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 20, 2025

    Open — Info 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 9, 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 29, 2024

    Open — Info 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 10, 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
  • 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 24, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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 = 4; wg to replace = 0; wg to repair = 5; in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 3rd story, apartment at south

    Jun 14, 2021 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation closed
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  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 3rd story, apartment at south

    Jun 14, 2021 · Apt 3

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 3rd story, apartment at south

    Jun 14, 2021 · Apt 3

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective lower sash counter balance at west window in the 4th room from east at north located at apt 3, 3rd story, apartment at south

    Jun 14, 2021 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Arrange and make self-closing the doors at vestibule at public hall, 1st story

    May 26, 2021

    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

    May 26, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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

    May 26, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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 = 7; in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    May 26, 2021 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    May 26, 2021 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    May 26, 2021 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Cleanse to the satisfaction of this department the ceramic tiles with grouted joints/caulking surface of visible mold at north,east and south walls around bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    May 26, 2021 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Arrange and make self-closing the doors at apartment in the entrance located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    May 26, 2021 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective porcelain enamel glaze finish at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    May 26, 2021 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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 = 0; wg to replace = 0; wg to repair = 5; in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 3rd story, apartment at south

    May 21, 2021 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 3rd story, apartment at south

    May 21, 2021 · Apt 3

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 3rd story, apartment at south

    May 21, 2021 · Apt 3

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the header of the window at west in the 3rd room from east located at apt 3, 3rd story, apartment at south

    May 21, 2021 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective porcelain enamel glaze at the bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 3, 3rd story, apartment at south

    May 21, 2021 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Properly repair the broken or defective counter balanced at lower sash, 1st window from south at west wall in the 1st room from north at west located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    May 5, 2021 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Arrange and make self-closing the doors at apartment in the entrance located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    May 5, 2021 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    May 5, 2021 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    May 5, 2021 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Cleanse to the satisfaction of this department the ceramic tiles with grouted joints/caulking surface of visible mold at east wall around bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    May 5, 2021 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 = 0; wg to replace = 0; wg to repair = 8; in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    May 5, 2021 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Arrange and make self-closing the doors at vestibule at public hall, 1st story

    May 5, 2021

    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. at public hall, 1st story

    May 5, 2021

    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 5, 2021

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector (defective) located at apt 3, 3rd story, apartment at south

    Apr 9, 2021 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). (defective) located at apt 3, 3rd story, apartment at south

    Apr 9, 2021 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Arrange and make self-closing the doors .. in the entrance located at apt 3, 3rd story, apartment at south

    Apr 9, 2021 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at west window frame in the 5th room from east at south located at apt 3, 3rd story, apartment at south

    Apr 9, 2021 · Apt 3

    Open — Not complied with
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective porcelain glaze finish at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 3, 3rd story, apartment at south

    Apr 9, 2021 · Apt 3

    Open — Not complied with
  • C

    Properly repair the broken or defective counter balance at lower sash window at east in the kitchen located at apt 3, 3rd story, apartment at south

    Apr 9, 2021 · Apt 3

    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
  • 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
  • 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

    Mar 30, 2021

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

    Mar 30, 2021

    Open — Nov certified late
  • 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 30, 2021

    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 30, 2021

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at south wall in the vestibule at public hall, 1st story

    Mar 30, 2021

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Properly repair and abate unsafe electric wiring condition consisting of exposed electrical wires at east and west walls in the vestibule at public hall, 1st story

    Mar 30, 2021

    Open — Not complied with

DOB building violations · 0

No DOB violations on record

ECB violations · 7

  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain building in code- complaint manner. observed at exp #1 facade in state of disrepair, stucco cracks and delimiting, chuck of concrete missing at various locations., repair and/replace

    May 14, 2026 · Penalty $12,500

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Ati i observed a wood structure covered in roofing felt that has been constructed in the rear yard of the property exp3 this structure is approx 10ft high 14ft wide & 18ft long no work permits are on file with

    Apr 23, 2024 · Penalty $6,250

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Ati i observed that the entire rear yard exp3 of a four (4) story building is filled to approx 5ft high with combustible construction debris, these conditions pose a hazard for fire insects & animals for both t

    Apr 23, 2024 · Penalty $3,125

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    F.t. comply with the commission order to file a certificate of correction with the department of building for notice of violation # 0390813721l noted: violating condition remains the same, combustible debris st

    Jul 5, 2023 · Penalty $10,000

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Failure to provide unobstructed exit passageway a.t.o.i, observed 4 story building with walk up apartments approx. 20 cubic yards of combustible construction debris, stored in the rear yard exposure #3, blockin

    Mar 10, 2023 · Penalty $3,125

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    A.t.o.i, observed 4 story building with walk up apartments front step and 1st floor exterior wall exposure #1 in a state of disrepair stucco crack and delimiting, chunk of concrete missing at various location a

    Mar 10, 2023 · Penalty $6,250

    Active
  • Hazardous

    Residence altered for occupancy as a dwelling for more than the legally approved number of families bldg dept records (mdr 324250) indicates residence is legally approved for 4 families bldg now altered for

    Mar 26, 2008 · Penalty $16,000

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Jun 8, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Safety

    Fire escape

    Jun 8, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    May 19, 2021 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    May 19, 2021 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    May 19, 2021 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    May 17, 2021 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Window/frame

    May 17, 2021 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    May 17, 2021 · Apt 3

    Close
  • General

    Ventilation system

    May 1, 2021 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    May 1, 2021 · Apt 3

    Close
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  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    May 1, 2021 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Apr 1, 2021 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Apr 1, 2021 · Apt 3

    Close
  • General

    Mailbox

    Apr 1, 2021 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Mar 24, 2021 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Mar 24, 2021 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Mar 24, 2021 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Mar 14, 2017 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Electric

    Electric-supply

    Feb 3, 2011 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Feb 3, 2011 · Apt 4

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Feb 3, 2011 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Feb 3, 2011 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Feb 3, 2011 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Feb 3, 2011 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Electric

    Electric-supply

    Aug 16, 2009 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Aug 16, 2009 · Apt 4

    Close
  • General

    Locks

    Aug 16, 2009 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Aug 16, 2009 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Shower-stall

    Aug 21, 2008 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Rubbish

    Aug 21, 2008 · Apt 4

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Aug 21, 2008 · Apt 4

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Aug 21, 2008 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Aug 21, 2008 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Aug 21, 2008 · Apt 4

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Feb 21, 2008 · Apt 1

    Close
  • General

    Doors

    Feb 21, 2008 · Apt 1

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Feb 21, 2008 · Apt 1

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Feb 19, 2008 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Feb 19, 2008 · Apt 1

    Close
  • General

    Locks

    Feb 19, 2008 · Apt 1

    Close
  • General

    Doors

    Feb 19, 2008 · Apt 1

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Feb 19, 2008 · Apt 1

    Close
  • General

    Doors

    Feb 19, 2008 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Feb 19, 2008 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Feb 19, 2008 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Mar 8, 2007 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Electric

    Electric-supply

    Feb 19, 2007 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Electric

    Electric-supply

    Feb 19, 2007 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Feb 19, 2007 · Apt 4

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Dec 27, 2006 · Apt 4

    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
1905
Floors
4
Residential units
4
Building area
4,400 ft²
Lot area
1,740 ft²
Zoning
M1-2A/R6A
Community board
308
Council district
35
Block / lot
1199 / 5
Assessed value
$673,650
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #359250, last renewed Jan 4, 2024.

Questions about 579 Franklin Avenue

Who owns 579 Franklin Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Phoenix Management Service Corp.

Does 579 Franklin Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 89 housing violations at this property.

Is 579 Franklin Avenue rent stabilized?

No rent-stabilized units appear in its 2018–2024 tax bills. Individual apartments can still be regulated, so request the rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal if unsure.

When was 579 Franklin Avenue built?

City records list 1905 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 579 Franklin Avenue?

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.