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161 Saratoga Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11233BBL 3-01515-0001Map

Owner of record: Cindy Rubina Card

161 Saratoga Avenue is a mixed residential and retail building built in 1906 in Brooklyn, 11233. It has 4 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is Cindy Rubina Card. HPD has recorded 14 housing violations here, most recently on May 5, 2026.

HPD violations
14
DOB violations
16
ECB violations
12
HPD complaints
0

What to know

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No open Class C

No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.

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Last violation May 5, 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 · 14

  • 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 5, 2026

    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.

    Jun 10, 2025

    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 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 11, 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.

    Mar 24, 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.

    Mar 1, 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 13, 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 13, 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 31, 2019

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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  • 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 19, 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 29, 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 15, 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.

    Oct 14, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed

DOB building violations · 16

  • Construction other optional

    Structural peer review.revisd dqgs to stblze the bldg submittd by nyspe #068504 via email to dob feu on 12/23/25,1/26/26,2/12/26,7/17/26 &8/5/26 were incmplte,deficient&not code compliant.1.ownr to prvde names of nyspe strctrl eng in good standng w/knowlegde & exp of similar strctre by 9/21/26

    Sep 14, 2026

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2024 external low pressure inspection

    Nov 14, 2025

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2023 external low pressure inspection

    Sep 23, 2024

    Dob violation - active
  • Unsafe buildings none

    Ub-unsafe buildings none

    Aug 14, 2024

    V%-dob violation
  • Construction other optional

    Ftm.frnt(exp1)apt &2ndfl&both apts on 3rdfl have been fully guttd w/o permits w/all fl joists exposd&sunfloor remvd.wood joists&beam instlld in cellar along exp4end of joists w/o permits.comply with dob violation #121823feu31604bs(control #343267)immediately

    Jun 28, 2024

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    Ftm.exp4wall of rear attchd garage prtlly cllpsd&dislodged outer wythe of brck@exp4wall of main bldg.garage missng ent roof &most roof joists &has crcks@remaining walls.outer wythe of brck poorly cnnct.fail to comply w commish ordr dob#121823feu31603bs required reprs for rear garg compltd 4/15/24.as of 6/24/24 no prmt

    Jun 24, 2024

    Dob violation - active
  • Structurally compromised building none

    Failure to submit an acceptable inspectn rpt for structurally compromised bldg.

    Apr 15, 2024

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    Emergency work.exp4wall of rear attachd garage partially cllpsd & dislodged outer wythe of brck@exp4 wall main bldg on 12/18/23outer wythe of brck poorly correctd to inner wythes w/diagonal headers obtain permit to legalize work completed w/o approved means&methods immediately. all remaining wrk to be done undr permit

    Jan 19, 2024

    Dob violation - active
  • Immediate emergency anythingoptional

    Install 40' linear ft const fence along the public sidewalk from exterior bldg wall to curb & returning back 5' linear ft away from rear of the collapsed garage along the public sidewalk at exp-4 and for 5' ft of protection for adjacent vacant lot 315 marion street

    Dec 19, 2023

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    Emergency work.entire exp4 wall of garage partially collapsd&damaged exp4 wall of main bldg&exp3 wall of garage.exp4 wall of main bldg has apprx 8linear ft of outwrd bulgd brck@outer wythe between 1st&2ndflrs@ exp3/4 corner of bldg.immed install tghtbrd fence to enclose 1stfl of sdwalk along exp4 to close off 45 linear ft of sdwalk apprx 5ft

    Dec 18, 2023

    Dob violation - active
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  • Construction other optional

    Emergency work.exp4wall of rear attachd garage partially cllpsd & dislodged outer wythe of brck@exp4 wall main bldg on 12/18/23 outer wythe of brck poorly correctd to inner wythes w/diagonal headers 1.immed install temp shorng&bracng as req'd per nys pe strctrl engneer &rmve unstable portions of brck@exp4 wall gar

    Dec 18, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    Emergency work.exp4wall of rear attachd garage partially cllpsd & dislodged outer wythe of brck@exp4 wall main bldg on 12/18/23 outer wythe of brck poorly correctd to inner wythes w/diagonal headers 1.immed install temp shorng&bracng as req'd per nys pe strctrl engneer &rmve unstable portions of brck@exp4 wall gar

    Dec 18, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    Ftm.exp4 wall of rear attachd garage prtlly cllpsd&dislodged outer wythe of brck@exp4 wall of main bldg.garage missng ent roof&most roof joists&has crcks@remaining walls.outer wythe of brck poorly cnnct 1.nys pe strctrl eng to immed eval ent bldg&dsgn rpairs,2.file for rpairs by 1/29/24,3.obtn prmt&strt rpairs by 2/1/24

    Dec 18, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    Ftm.frnt(exp1)apt &2ndfl&both apts on 3rdfl have been fully guttd w/o permits w/all fl joists exposd&subfloor remvd.wood joists&beam installd in cellar along exp4end of joists w/o permits.1.nys pe strctrl eng to immed eval ent bldg&dsgn rpairs, 2.file for rpairs by 4/1/23,3.obtn prmts&strt wrk by 4/15/24

    Dec 18, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2011 inspection report

    Mar 1, 2013

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Nov 16, 1989

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 12

  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply with the commissioner's order to obtain work permits for violation #39101726p. no permit/approved plans for interior demolition to to 2nd and 3rd floors, comply with commissioner's order

    May 8, 2026 · Penalty $12,500

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply with the commissioner's order to file a certificate of correction with the department of buildings for violation #39101724l, file a certificate of correction

    May 8, 2026 · Penalty $6,250

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply with the commissioner's order to file a certificate of correction with the dept. of buildings for violation #39101725n, file a certificate of correction

    May 8, 2026 · Penalty $6,250

    Active
  • Class - 2

    At time of inspection observed construction fence obstructing sidewalk approx.. 5' at exposure 4(right) backside off building wall upon inspection, no dot permit posted.; bc 3307.2, comply with code

    Aug 12, 2025 · Penalty $2,500

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Failure to provide pedestrian protection for sidewalks and walkways as required. at time of inspection exposure 1(front) and 4(right) 2nd and 3rd floors corner under construction above public sidewalk no overhe

    Aug 12, 2025 · Penalty $1,250

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Failure to post or properly post permit for work at premises. at time of inspection at exposure 4(right) backside, construction fence, no permit posted., post/properly post permit

    Aug 12, 2025

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Temporary construction equipment or installation on site. at time of inspection construction fence permit# b00996784-i1-fn, expired 05/01/2025., renew permit

    Aug 12, 2025

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain building in a code compliant manner. at time of inspection observed chipped paint throughout facade, step crack above 1fl, damaged bricks and cracked windowsill at exposure#4., repair and/or

    Jul 22, 2025 · Penalty $1,250

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain building & parts thereof in a code compliant manner: at time of inspection the front garage wall & roll up & down gate has collapsed unto the public sidewalk. the garage roof is missing, woo

    Dec 18, 2023 · Penalty $1,250

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain building walls or appurtenances: at time of inspection the brick veener at exp-4 was observed bulging hazardously outwardly towards the public sidewalk with the possibility of collapse. the

    Dec 18, 2023 · Penalty $2,500

    Active
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  • Class - 1

    Work without a permit: atoi the entire 3rd flr & 1/2 (half) of the 2nd flr were observed demolished. flooring & sub flooring leaving exposed structural members. all drywall & fire stopping leaving exposed elect

    Dec 18, 2023 · Penalty $2,500

    Active
  • Hazardous

    Altered building occupied without a valid certificate of occupancy as required eeucler alteration affl# 262/85-3rd sty front apartment remedy: obtain a certificate of occupancy as required or discontinue the un

    Feb 13, 1991

    Resolve

Complaints

No HPD complaints in our records

Complaint data is still being backfilled from NYC Open Data.

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
1906
Floors
3
Residential units
4
Building area
4,558 ft²
Lot area
1,716 ft²
Zoning
R6
Community board
316
Council district
41
Block / lot
1515 / 1
Assessed value
$382,950
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #354659, last renewed Aug 7, 2025.

Questions about 161 Saratoga Avenue

Who owns 161 Saratoga Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Cindy Rubina Card.

Does 161 Saratoga Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 14 housing violations at this property.

Is 161 Saratoga 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 161 Saratoga Avenue built?

City records list 1906 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 161 Saratoga Avenue?

It has 4 residential units and 6 units in total.

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