789 Franklin Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11238BBL 3-01252-0006Map
Owner of record: 789 Franklin Ave LLC
789 Franklin Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1910 in Brooklyn, 11238. It has 8 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is 789 Franklin Ave LLC. HPD has recorded 75 housing violations here, most recently on June 9, 2025. 6 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 8 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.
- HPD violations
- 75
- DOB violations
- 14
- ECB violations
- 2
- HPD complaints
- 199
What to know
No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.
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 · 75
- 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 9, 2025
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective caulking around bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 28, 2025 · Apt 3A
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
§ 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
Jan 28, 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 29, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at north wall and ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 2c, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Apr 18, 2024 · Apt 2C
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at north wall, east wall and ceiling in the 2nd room from east located at apt 2c, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Apr 18, 2024 · Apt 2C
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective intercom system from building entrance to return buzzer at north wall in the foyer located at apt 2c, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Apr 18, 2024 · Apt 2C
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.
Apr 10, 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.
Mar 22, 2023
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... at south wall 2 square feet and ceiling 1 square feet in the kitchen located at apt 2d, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from south at west original violation 14615359 issued 13-oct-21 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code §27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).
Oct 13, 2021 · Apt 2D
Open — Defect letter issued
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- CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of hot water exceeding the allowed 13o degrees fahrenheit at kitchen and bathroom plumbing fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 2d, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Oct 13, 2021 · Apt 2D
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 2d, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Oct 13, 2021 · Apt 2D
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... at south wall 2 square feet and ceiling 1 square feet in the kitchen located at apt 2d, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Oct 13, 2021 · Apt 2D
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling and south wall in the kitchen located at apt 2d, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Oct 13, 2021 · Apt 2D
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Remove all encumbrances consisting of bicycle at public hall, 2nd story
Oct 8, 2021
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Remove all encumbrances consisting of carton boxes and furniture at public hall, 3rd story
Oct 8, 2021
Closed — Violation closed - 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 8, 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 30, 2019
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Oct 2, 2018 · Apt 3D
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Remove the illegal fastening consisting of key operated double cylinder lock in the entrance located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Oct 2, 2018 · Apt 3D
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective .. in the entrance located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Oct 2, 2018 · Apt 3D
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). inoperative in the entire apartment located at apt 2a, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Oct 2, 2018 · Apt 2A
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector inoperative in the entire apartment located at apt 2a, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Oct 2, 2018 · Apt 2A
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Oct 2, 2018 · Apt 3D
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace with new the missing handrails at stairs leading from building entrance to 1st landing from bottom at public hall, 1st story
Oct 2, 2018
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Mar 16, 2018 · Apt 3D
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Mar 16, 2018 · Apt 3D
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective glass outer pane at window lower sash in the kitchen located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Mar 16, 2018 · Apt 2B
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tiles in the private hallway located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Mar 16, 2018 · Apt 2B
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Refit the door in the bulkhead leading to roof at public hall, 3rd story
Mar 16, 2018
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective in the bulkhead leading to roof at public hall, 3rd story
Mar 16, 2018
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Refit the door in the entrance located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Mar 16, 2018 · Apt 2B
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector defective located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Mar 16, 2018 · Apt 2B
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Mar 16, 2018 · Apt 2B
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective air valve on steam riser located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Jan 31, 2018 · Apt 3D
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Remove the illegal double cylinder key operated locking device at door in the entrance located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Dec 20, 2017 · Apt 3D
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of heat for the apartment located at apt 2c, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Nov 18, 2017 · Apt 2C
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system locked at 1st story at boiler room
Nov 18, 2017
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
And dept. rules and regulations. scrape and remove rust scales and paint with 2 coats of paint east stack at building front at fire escape
Nov 18, 2017
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Dec 28, 2016 · Apt 3D
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Dec 28, 2016 · Apt 3D
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective bell buzzer/intercom system leading from building entrance door to in the entire apartment located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Dec 28, 2016 · Apt 3D
Closed — Violation closed - 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 9, 2016
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Remove the illegal fastening consisting of akey-operated double cylinder lock at door in the entrance located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Sep 22, 2011 · Apt 3D
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at bathtub at bathroom, 3rd story, apartment
Jul 21, 2011 · Apt 3D
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of roaches located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jul 21, 2011 · Apt 3D
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at washbasin in the bathroom located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jul 21, 2011 · Apt 3D
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Remove all obstructions and repair all defects in waste line at washbasin in the bathroom located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jul 21, 2011 · Apt 3D
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at sink in the kitchen located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jul 21, 2011 · Apt 3D
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective base cabinet door at south wall in the kitchen located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jul 21, 2011 · Apt 3D
Closed — Violation closed
DOB building violations · 14
- Plumbing none
Observed in apt 2c defective gas stove. turned appliance valve off and cease used defective gas stove.
Apr 19, 2024
Dob violation - active - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 13, 2004
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 19, 2003
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 26, 2002
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 27, 2001
Dob violation - dismissed - 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
Mar 16, 1999
Dob violation - dismissed - 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 - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 10, 1997
Dob violation - dismissed
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- Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Aug 29, 1995
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jun 1, 1994
Dob violation - dismissed - 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 - dismissed
ECB violations · 2
- Class - 1
Failure to provide clear unobstructed exit passageway. exit passagewayat rear is obstructed w/excessive debris of various types including but not limited to large garbage pails wood members & wood racks. extens
Apr 4, 2012 · Penalty $1,200
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain building in code complaint manner. failure to comply w/law for drainage system. pvc piping used as leader connected to building extension at rear is not connected to a storm drain & directs
Apr 4, 2012
Resolve
Complaints
- Plumbing
Toilet
Aug 2, 2026 · Apt 2C
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 3, 2026 · Apt 3D
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 17, 2025 · Apt 3D
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
May 4, 2025 · Apt 2C
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
May 4, 2025 · Apt 2C
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
May 4, 2025 · Apt 2C
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
May 4, 2025 · Apt 2C
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
May 4, 2025 · Apt 2C
Close - General
Ventilation system
May 4, 2025 · Apt 2C
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
May 4, 2025 · Apt 2C
Close
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- Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 25, 2025 · Apt BLDG
Close - Door/window
Door
Jul 26, 2024 · Apt 2C
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Apr 18, 2024 · Apt 2C
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Apr 18, 2024 · Apt 2C
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Apr 18, 2024 · Apt 2C
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Apr 18, 2024 · Apt 2C
Close - Water leak
Damp spot
Apr 18, 2024 · Apt 2C
Close - Electric
Outlet/switch
Apr 18, 2024 · Apt 2C
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Apr 18, 2024 · Apt 2C
Close - Safety
Carbon monoxide detector
Apr 18, 2024 · Apt 2C
Close - General
Ventilation system
Apr 18, 2024 · Apt 2C
Close - Electric
Wiring
Apr 18, 2024 · Apt 2C
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Apr 18, 2024 · Apt 2C
Close - General
Cabinet
Apr 18, 2024 · Apt 2C
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Apr 18, 2024 · Apt 2C
Close - Unsanitary condition
Sewage
Apr 18, 2024 · Apt 2C
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Apr 18, 2024 · Apt 2C
Close - Unsanitary condition
Sewage
Apr 18, 2024 · Apt 2C
Close - Electric
Lighting
Apr 18, 2024 · Apt 2C
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Apr 18, 2024 · Apt 2C
Close - Plumbing
Toilet
Apr 18, 2024 · Apt 2C
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Apr 18, 2024 · Apt 2C
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Apr 18, 2024 · Apt 2C
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Apr 18, 2024 · Apt 2C
Close - General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
Apr 18, 2024 · Apt 2C
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Apr 18, 2024 · Apt 2C
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Apr 18, 2024 · Apt 2C
Close - General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
Apr 18, 2024 · Apt 2C
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Apr 18, 2024 · Apt 2C
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Apr 18, 2024 · Apt 2C
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Apr 18, 2024 · Apt 2C
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Apr 18, 2024 · Apt 2C
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Nov 29, 2021 · Apt 3C
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Oct 13, 2021 · Apt 3C
Close - Door/window
Door
Oct 8, 2021 · Apt 3D
Close - Safety
Smoke detector
Oct 8, 2021 · Apt 3D
Close - Safety
Carbon monoxide detector
Oct 8, 2021 · Apt 3D
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Oct 8, 2021 · Apt 3D
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Oct 8, 2021 · Apt 2D
Close - General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
Oct 1, 2018 · Apt BLDG
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C7)
- Year built
- 1910
- Floors
- 3
- Residential units
- 8
- Building area
- 5,376 ft²
- Lot area
- 2,444 ft²
- Zoning
- R7A
- Community board
- 308
- Council district
- 35
- Block / lot
- 1252 / 6
- Assessed value
- $722,700
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #358575, last renewed Aug 23, 2025.
Questions about 789 Franklin Avenue
Who owns 789 Franklin Avenue?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 789 Franklin Ave LLC.
Does 789 Franklin Avenue have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 75 housing violations at this property.
Is 789 Franklin Avenue rent stabilized?
NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 8 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 100% of its 8 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.
When was 789 Franklin Avenue built?
City records list 1910 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 789 Franklin Avenue?
It has 8 residential units and 10 units in total.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.