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874 Jefferson Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11221BBL 3-01487-0017Map

Owner of record: Housing Works 874 Jefferson Housing Dev. Fund Corp

874 Jefferson Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1905 in Brooklyn, 11221. It has 6 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is Housing Works 874 Jefferson Housing Dev. Fund Corp. HPD has recorded 21 housing violations here, most recently on April 12, 2026. 9 of the 21 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
21
DOB violations
22
ECB violations
7
HPD complaints
24

What to know

Concern
1 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation Apr 12, 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 · 21

  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant plaster at ceiling at cellar

    Apr 12, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 2d, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Feb 24, 2026 · Apt 2D

    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

    Sep 7, 2022

    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.

    Sep 7, 2022

    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 notice ] at public hall

    Sep 7, 2022

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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

    Sep 7, 2022

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective at fire door leading to electric room at north at cellar at public hall

    Sep 7, 2022

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective at fire door leading to yard at south at cellar at public hall

    Sep 7, 2022

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective fire door leading to utilites meters at west at cellar at public hall

    Sep 7, 2022

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Remove device preventing door from being self-closing permanent door stopper at fire door leading to common room at south at cellar at public hall

    Sep 7, 2022

    Closed — Violation closed
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  • 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

    Sep 7, 2022

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    May 23, 2022 · Apt 3D

    Open — Not complied with
  • 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 9, 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
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 2c, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Apr 10, 2018 · Apt 2C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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 24, 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 10, 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 23, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • I

    Above premises have been vacant and untenanted except for caretaker for 60 days or more, and cannot be reoccupied until a new certificate of occupancy has been obtained. premises have been vacant since 05/16/2012

    May 16, 2012

    Open — Not complied with
  • I

    Above premises have been vacant and untenanted except for caretaker for 60 days or more, and cannot be reoccupied until a new certificate of occupancy has been obtained. premises have been vacant since 11/29/01

    Oct 22, 2002 · Apt FIRE

    Open — Not complied with
  • 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 at front areaway

    Feb 1, 2000 · Apt N/A

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 22

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2021 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 30, 2023

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2022 external low pressure inspection

    Apr 25, 2023

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 16, 2021

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 16, 2021

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 28, 2020

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 16, 2019

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 8, 2018

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 8, 2016

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2013 inspection report

    Mar 3, 2015

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Mar 25, 2013

    Dob violation - resolved
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  • Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired

    Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2011 inspection/test

    Oct 1, 2012

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    Dob violation issued for matters not provided

    Feb 20, 2011

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 3, 2008

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 19, 2007

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 6, 2006

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 31, 2005

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • 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

    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 · 7

  • Class - 2

    Unsecure car door gibs, misaligned cab mirror, unreadable main line fuses, main line can be opened when power on; provide nec compliant switch, inoperative mr ligthing, maintenance log missing brake maint date

    Sep 13, 2018 · Penalty $625

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    (misc)3301.2&27-1009afailure to provide 3'6"guardrail around all flrs openings @ windows openings top rail is missing exposing workers to 25'drop guardrails are also missing @ the roof on penthouse level also

    Jan 21, 2011 · Penalty $1,600

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    (misc)3307.7&27-1021failure to provide adequate construction fence.fence gate @ this time is found to be outstanding toward pedestrian traffic.rem:provide inswinging gate

    Jan 21, 2011

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Work w/o a permit.no permit for the storage of flammable liquids 55 gallon drums of kerosene stored @ rear of site.rem:remove flammable substance or obtain permit forthwith

    Jan 21, 2011

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to protect all persons & property affected by construction operations.contractor failed to fill in metal pan stairs w/material to protect workers from falls & foot injury.rem:fill in metal pan stairs

    Jan 21, 2011 · Penalty $1,200

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    (misc)3303.1.3&27-1017c.contractor shed/shanty w/in 30ft of existing bldg constructed of combustible material wood shanty install @ exp 1 ofcombustible material & not protected from weathering conditions.all sp

    Jan 21, 2011

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to file a special inspection statement of responsibility priorto permit issuance & prior to the start of work.tri's are missing for cold formed steel structural stability & borings

    Jan 21, 2011 · Penalty $400

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Water leak

    Damp spot

    May 1, 2026 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Electric

    Power outage

    Mar 2, 2026 · Apt 3D

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Mar 2, 2026 · Apt 3D

    Close
  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    Mar 2, 2026 · Apt 3D

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Mar 2, 2026 · Apt 3D

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Mar 2, 2026 · Apt 3D

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Mar 1, 2026 · Apt 3D

    Close
  • Electric

    Power outage

    Mar 1, 2026 · Apt 3D

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 23, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 20, 2026 · Apt 2A

    Close
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  • Door/window

    Door

    Feb 20, 2026 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Feb 20, 2026 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 21, 2023 · Apt 2NDFLO

    Close
  • Electric

    No lighting

    Dec 21, 2023 · Apt 2NDFLO

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Nov 27, 2022 · Apt 3D

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    May 15, 2022 · Apt 3D

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 21, 2019 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Dec 21, 2019 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 23, 2018 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 23, 2018 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Nov 23, 2018 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Nov 23, 2018 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Apr 8, 2018 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 5, 2018 · Apt 2D

    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
1905
Floors
3
Residential units
6
Building area
4,875 ft²
Lot area
2,500 ft²
Zoning
R6B
Community board
303
Council district
41
Block / lot
1487 / 17
Assessed value
$621,000
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #315676, last renewed Jun 18, 2025.

Questions about 874 Jefferson Avenue

Who owns 874 Jefferson Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Housing Works 874 Jefferson Housing Dev. Fund Corp.

Does 874 Jefferson Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 21 housing violations at this property.

Is 874 Jefferson 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 874 Jefferson Avenue built?

City records list 1905 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 874 Jefferson Avenue?

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.