209 Ralph Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11233BBL 3-01504-0006Map
Owner of record: 209 Ralph LLC
209 Ralph Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1910 in Brooklyn, 11233. It has 8 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is 209 Ralph LLC. HPD has recorded 433 housing violations here, most recently on September 11, 2026. 33 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.
- HPD violations
- 433
- DOB violations
- 11
- ECB violations
- 18
- HPD complaints
- 1,038
What to know
Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.
Date of the most recent HPD inspection that found a problem.
No balance due on recent ECB violations.
Rent stabilization
No rent-stabilized units in 2018–2024 tax bills
Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 433
- ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling and around roof hatch at public hall, 4th story
Sep 11, 2026
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at ceiling and around roof hatch approximately 4 square feet at public hall, 4th story
Sep 11, 2026
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mailbox signage missing at public hall, 1st story
Sep 11, 2026
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations defective in the entire apartment located at apt 1d, 1st story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Sep 11, 2026 · Apt 1D
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules defective in the entire apartment located at apt 1d, 1st story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Sep 11, 2026 · Apt 1D
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of evidence of rats and all underlying causes creating the pest infestations, by using integrated pest management (ipm), eliminate all burrow entry and passageways, pest nests, holes, gaps or cracks in walls, ceilings, floors, fixing leaks and managing garbage in public areas. evidence found at rats in the entire apartment located at apt 1d, 1st story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Sep 11, 2026 · Apt 1D
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tiles at west wall in the bathroom located at apt 1d, 1st story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Sep 11, 2026 · Apt 1D
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at north wall in the 2nd room from east located at apt 1d, 1st story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Sep 11, 2026 · Apt 1D
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 1d, 1st story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Sep 11, 2026 · Apt 1D
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt 1d, 1st story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Sep 11, 2026 · Apt 1D
Open — Nov sent out
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- CImmediately hazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of evidence of rats and all underlying causes creating the pest infestations, by using integrated pest management (ipm), eliminate all burrow entry and passageways, pest nests, holes, gaps or cracks in walls, ceilings, floors, fixing leaks and managing garbage in public areas. evidence found at rats in the entire apartment located at apt 1d, 1st story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Jul 1, 2026 · Apt 1D
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt 1d, 1st story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Jul 1, 2026 · Apt 1D
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic wall tiles in the bathroom located at apt 1d, 1st story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Jul 1, 2026 · Apt 1D
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at west in the bathroom located at apt 1d, 1st story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Jul 1, 2026 · Apt 1D
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of evidence of rats and all underlying causes creating the pest infestations, by using integrated pest management (ipm), eliminate all burrow entry and passageways, pest nests, holes, gaps or cracks in walls, ceilings, floors, fixing leaks and managing garbage in public areas. evidence found at gnawing at garbage cans yard
Sep 27, 2025
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Provide lids at garbage cans yard
Sep 27, 2025
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide a safe and adequate supply of electric service to the fixtures no electric supply in the entire apartment located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 13, 2025 · Apt 3L
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 13, 2025 · Apt 3L
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 13, 2025 · Apt 3L
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Reset, so as to secure a proper and tight connection, the water closet bowl in the bathroom located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 13, 2025 · Apt 3L
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... greater than 10 sq.ft at ceiling and all walls in the bathroom located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 13, 2025 · Apt 3L
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Apr 5, 2025 · Apt 2R
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective door lock in the entrance located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Apr 5, 2025 · Apt 2R
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at sink in the kitchen located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Apr 5, 2025 · Apt 2R
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the 5th room from east located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Apr 5, 2025 · Apt 2R
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the kitchen located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Apr 5, 2025 · Apt 2R
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
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 = 2 in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Apr 5, 2025 · Apt 2R
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the 1st room from east located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Apr 5, 2025 · Apt 2R
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Apr 5, 2025 · Apt 2R
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Apr 5, 2025 · Apt 2R
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective intercom system from entrance of building to north wall in private hall in the entrance located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Apr 5, 2025 · Apt 2R
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Apr 5, 2025 · Apt 2R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 2l, 2nd story
Feb 5, 2025 · Apt 2L
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 2l, 2nd story
Feb 5, 2025 · Apt 2L
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 2l, 2nd story
Feb 5, 2025 · Apt 2L
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 2l, 2nd story
Feb 5, 2025 · Apt 2L
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) west wall in the 5th room from east located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Feb 5, 2025 · Apt 2L
Open — Certification postponment granted - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the private hallway located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Feb 5, 2025 · Apt 2L
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the east wall in the 5th room from east located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Feb 5, 2025 · Apt 2L
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 sq ft at south wall south wall in the bathroom located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Feb 5, 2025 · Apt 2L
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Feb 5, 2025 · Apt 2L
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 sq ft at south wall south wall in the bathroom located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north original violation 17674319 issued 05-feb-25 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code §27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).
Feb 5, 2025 · Apt 2L
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
§ 27-2033.3(e) correct failure to maintain required records regarding internet capable temperature reporting devices and submit such records to the department upon request. data requested for the period of may 2024.
Jun 26, 2024
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
§27-2033.3(b) correct failure to install an internet capable temperature reporting device in one living room in apartment ....
Mar 2, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
§ 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 electric base-board heating installed in the entire apartment located at apt 4r, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Feb 7, 2024 · Apt 4R
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing the doors that is missing or defective .... in the entire apartment located at apt 4r, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Feb 7, 2024 · Apt 4R
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system locked door to cellar at public hall 1st story
Feb 7, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 4r, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Feb 7, 2024 · Apt 4R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
§27-2033.3(b) correct failure to install an internet capable temperature reporting device in one living room in apartment ... located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jan 16, 2024 · Apt 3R
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) south wall in the kitchen located at apt 4r, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jan 7, 2024 · Apt 4R
Closed — Violation closed
DOB building violations · 11
- Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2014 inspection report
Oct 1, 2015
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2011 inspection report
Mar 1, 2013
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2010 inspection report
Dec 13, 2011
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Lblvio-low pressure boiler boiler required
Dec 31, 2009
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 1, 2009
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 3, 2008
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
Hazardous-failure to maintain building-note:kitchen area at 1st floor apt 1a is improperly ventilated,there is no windows for ventilation,no mechanical means installed,fumes from stove is evident throughout apt remedy:maintain building forthwith
Apr 6, 2007
Vp-violation unserved ecb-active - Construction other optional
Hazardous-failure to provide two means of egress from room or space where required note:rear bedroom adjacent to kitchen has no window remedy:provide required means of egress
Apr 6, 2007
Vp-violation unserved ecb-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
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- Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Aug 29, 1995
Dob violation - dismissed
ECB violations · 18
- Class - 1
Failure to maintain building in code-compliant manner-at time of inspection-apt 4l w/ partial collapse of the kitchen/dining area ceiling approx 4ft x 4ft w/ a high potential of the rest of the ceiling collapsi
Sep 27, 2018 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Hazardous
Failure to comply w/ an order of the dept to correct vio #34545592y for work w/o permit. remedy: comply w/ dept order & obtain permit.
Jul 10, 2007 · Penalty $3,000
Resolve - Hazardous
Failure to comply w/an order of the dept to correct vio #34545592y.forwork w/o permit on the 1fl installed plumbing & partitions on 1fl w/o permits 2-3pc bath.remedy:comply w/dept order & obtain permit.
Mar 9, 2007 · Penalty $1,500
Resolve - Hazardous
Fail to maintain:note:spalling & splitting masonary window sills,floors 2-4 in danger of further separation. photo remdey: maintain bldg
Dec 6, 2006 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Hazardous
Work w/o permit. note : @ 1st fl erected partitions & installed plumbing 3pc bathrm to partion (2) 1st fl apts. into (4) 1st fl. apts. all w/o permits.(bath & partions installed approx. 16' from rear bldg wall)
Nov 17, 2006 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Hazardous
Failure to maintain exterior bldg wall:as noted:@ the exterior facade the 3rd & 4th flrs have cracks & loose concrete window sills @ eight(8)windows.no observation of calaspe or falling material of a 4 storied
Oct 20, 2006 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Hazardous
Failure to maintain exterior bldg. wall defect noted: on front brick facade, below 3rd & 4th story windows decorative stoneline is cracked &chipped away. note: this is below all 4 windows @ 3rd & 4th floors.
Aug 19, 2006 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Failure to maintain bldg. defect noted: @ 1fl level in left n. side apt hard wood flooring is bludging upward in a 8' sect. rounded upward bulge comes up 8 to 10".also noted:condition exists right as you enter
Aug 19, 2006 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Alt bldg occupy w/o valid cofo. note: @1f apt 1&1c have been separatedw/1 tenant apt. wall has been erect to seperate 2 apt. apt1 has very little vent 1means of egress. remedy:discontinue illegal use/amend.
Jul 19, 2006 · Penalty $350
Active - Hazardous
Failure to provide @ lease 2 means of egress hazardous as noted:@ a 4 storied brick framed structure the apt @ the 1st flr # one has one means of egress do to the separation of what was originally a railroad
Jul 19, 2006 · Penalty $480
Resolve
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- Hazardous
Work w/o a permit:as noted:@ the 1st flr apt 1 & 1c of a four storied brcik framed structure have been converted to form multiple apt with the erection of a sheetrock wall to separate units.remedy:obtain a per
Jul 19, 2006
Resolve - Hazardous
Wk w/o permit illegal wk noted:1fl level full height partitions errected in 2 apts.2apts divided into 4 apts. @rear s end 1fl,3pc bathrm added w/toilet sink&shower w/tub.@front n end 1fl kitchen w/gas stove.
Jul 6, 2006 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Hazardous
Failure to provide at least 2 means of egress from room or space whererequired.note-1st flr front apts egress windows consist of fixed iron bars thus creating a dangerous condition to the occupancts in case of
Jan 27, 2006 · Penalty $1,200
Resolve - Hazardous
Failure to provide at least 2 means of egress. from room or space where required. at the 1st flr 4 dwelling units and one entry door with iron bars at all windows. apts 1c & 1a also have rear doors that are sec
Jan 25, 2006 · Penalty $1,200
Resolve - Hazardous
Failure to provide at least 2 means of egress from rm or space where required. noted: apts. 1a & 1d (1 bedroom) at front of bldg. on 1st fl have only 1 door to enter or exit; only window totally obstructed by w
Dec 28, 2005 · Penalty $480
Resolve - Hazardous
Failure to provide at least two means of egress from room or space where required. noted: two bedroom apartment at first floor has no secondary egress e.g. one apartment entry door and one window with guard
Nov 15, 2005 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Hazardous
Failure to provide at least 2 means of egress from room or space where required. note: the first floor now consist of four (4) dwelling units and one entry door. as a result solid iron bars now installed in fro
Sep 26, 2005 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Non-hazardous
32a/38/49/ 49 no check valve (back flow preventer )on boiler feed line 32-exposed wires on watts low water cut off
Mar 13, 2002
Resolve
Complaints
- Door/window
Door
Sep 3, 2026 · Apt 4L
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Sep 3, 2026 · Apt 4L
Open - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Sep 3, 2026 · Apt 4L
Open - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Aug 3, 2026 · Apt 1D
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Aug 3, 2026 · Apt 1D
Close - Door/window
Door
Aug 3, 2026 · Apt 1C
Close - Plumbing
Toilet
Aug 3, 2026 · Apt 1C
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Aug 3, 2026 · Apt 1C
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Aug 3, 2026 · Apt 1C
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Aug 3, 2026 · Apt 1D
Close
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- Unsanitary condition
Pests
Aug 3, 2026 · Apt 1D
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Aug 3, 2026 · Apt 1C
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jun 1, 2026 · Apt 1D
Open - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Apr 15, 2026 · Apt 1D
Close - Electric
Power outage
May 13, 2025 · Apt 3L
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
May 13, 2025 · Apt 3L
Close - Plumbing
Toilet
May 13, 2025 · Apt 3L
Close - General
Janitor/super
May 13, 2025 · Apt 3L
Close - Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
Apr 4, 2025 · Apt BLDG
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Apr 4, 2025 · Apt BLDG
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Apr 4, 2025 · Apt BLDG
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Apr 4, 2025 · Apt BLDG
Close - Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
Apr 4, 2025 · Apt BLDG
Close - Safety
Fire escape
Apr 4, 2025 · Apt BLDG
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Apr 4, 2025 · Apt BLDG
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Apr 4, 2025 · Apt BLDG
Close - Safety
Window guard broken/missing
Apr 4, 2025 · Apt 3R
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Apr 4, 2025 · Apt 3R
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Apr 4, 2025 · Apt 3R
Close - General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
Apr 4, 2025 · Apt 2R
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Apr 4, 2025 · Apt BLDG
Close - Flooring/stairs
Stairs
Apr 4, 2025 · Apt BLDG
Close - Flooring/stairs
Stairs
Apr 4, 2025 · Apt BLDG
Close - Safety
Fire escape
Apr 4, 2025 · Apt BLDG
Close - Outside building
Roof door/hatch
Apr 4, 2025 · Apt BLDG
Close - Water leak
Damp spot
Apr 4, 2025 · Apt BLDG
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Apr 4, 2025 · Apt 3R
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Apr 4, 2025 · Apt 3R
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Apr 4, 2025 · Apt 3R
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Apr 4, 2025 · Apt 3R
Close - Water leak
Damp spot
Apr 4, 2025 · Apt 3R
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Apr 4, 2025 · Apt 3R
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Apr 4, 2025 · Apt 3R
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Apr 4, 2025 · Apt 3R
Close - Electric
Outlet/switch
Apr 4, 2025 · Apt 3R
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Apr 4, 2025 · Apt 3R
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Apr 4, 2025 · Apt 3R
Close - Water leak
Damp spot
Apr 4, 2025 · Apt 3R
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Apr 4, 2025 · Apt 3R
Close - Safety
Fire escape
Apr 4, 2025 · Apt BLDG
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C1)
- Year built
- 1910
- Floors
- 4
- Residential units
- 8
- Building area
- 5,720 ft²
- Lot area
- 2,158 ft²
- Zoning
- R6B
- Community board
- 303
- Council district
- 41
- Block / lot
- 1504 / 6
- Assessed value
- $708,300
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #313311, last renewed Sep 10, 2025.
Questions about 209 Ralph Avenue
Who owns 209 Ralph Avenue?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 209 Ralph LLC.
Does 209 Ralph Avenue have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 433 housing violations at this property.
Is 209 Ralph 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 209 Ralph Avenue built?
City records list 1910 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 209 Ralph Avenue?
It has 8 residential units.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.