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359 Sumpter Street

Brooklyn, NY 11233BBL 3-01522-0066Map

Owner of record: James Lee Foremam

359 Sumpter Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1908 in Brooklyn, 11233. It has 6 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is James Lee Foremam. HPD has recorded 71 housing violations here, most recently on November 3, 2025. 11 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 6 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
71
DOB violations
9
ECB violations
0
HPD complaints
9

What to know

Concern
5 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation Nov 3, 2025

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

Rent-stabilized units in 2024
6
About 100% of the building's 6 apartments

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.

Stabilized units by tax-bill year

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Violations

Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.

HPD housing violations · 71

  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt 1l, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Nov 3, 2025 · Apt 1L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Nov 3, 2025 · Apt 2L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Oct 27, 2025 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at door leading to basement at public hall, 1st story

    Oct 27, 2025

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Provide wired glass at vestibule door at public hall, 1st story

    Oct 27, 2025

    Open — Invalid certification
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the 6th room from north located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Oct 27, 2025 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of plexi glass at vestibule door at public hall, 1st story

    Oct 27, 2025

    Open — Invalid certification
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of plexi glass at building entrance door at public hall, 1st story

    Oct 27, 2025

    Open — Invalid certification
  • B

    Provide wired glass at building entrance and vestibule door at public hall, 1st story

    Oct 27, 2025

    Open — Invalid certification
  • 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 11, 2025

    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.

    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 12, 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 27, 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 2, 2022

    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.

    Mar 2, 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
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Dec 24, 2020 · Apt 2R

    Open — Defect letter issued
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Dec 24, 2020 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Dec 24, 2020 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Dec 24, 2020 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

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

    Dec 21, 2020

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from window to fire escape or provide approved type gate ... in the kitchen located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Dec 21, 2020 · Apt 2R

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Dec 21, 2020 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Dec 21, 2020 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Dec 21, 2020 · Apt 2R

    Open — Defect letter issued
  • 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

    Dec 21, 2020

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all walls and ceilings in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Dec 21, 2020 · Apt 2R

    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

    Dec 21, 2020

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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 missing at public hall, 1st story

    Dec 21, 2020

    Open — Not complied with
  • 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.

    Dec 21, 2020

    Open — Not complied with
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Dec 21, 2020 · Apt 2R

    Open — Defect letter issued
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling in the 6th room from north located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Dec 21, 2020 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Dec 21, 2020 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide adequate supply of hot water for the fixtures ... in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Dec 21, 2020 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of household items at public hall, 1st story

    Dec 21, 2020

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Dec 21, 2020 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of household items at public hall, 1st story

    Dec 15, 2020

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire rated ceiling at bulkhead at public hall

    Jul 7, 2002

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire rated ceiling at public hall, 3rd story

    Jul 7, 2002

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    File with this department a registration statement for building.

    May 2, 2001

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of double cylinder key operated lock entrance door 1 sty apt 1r. , section '' ''

    Apr 4, 1988 · Apt 1R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair the broken or defective flap door rear yard to cellar.

    Aug 10, 1987

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code properly secure the loose electric light fixture rear yard.

    Aug 10, 1987

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code replace with new the broken or defective marble saddle at entrance street to vestibule.

    Aug 10, 1987

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code and dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes 2 sty rear.

    Aug 10, 1987

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-16.01 adm code remove all obstructions and repair all defects in drain at west center court.

    Aug 10, 1987

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code replace with new the missing terra coping rear east & west roof.

    Aug 10, 1987

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code fire escape defective. adjust the dropladder so that it will slide easily in the guide rods rear yard.

    Aug 10, 1987

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-11.01, 11.03, 11.05 adm code cleanse and disinfect to the satisfaction of this department after removing the stagnant water at cellar rear.

    Aug 10, 1987

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 9

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2011 inspection report

    Mar 1, 2013

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Lblvio-low pressure boiler boiler required

    Dec 31, 2009

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 1, 2009

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 3, 2008

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 6, 2006

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 13, 2004

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 19, 2003

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Aug 29, 1995

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jul 25, 1994

    Dob violation - active

ECB violations · 0

No ECB violations on record

Complaints

  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 19, 2020 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Dec 19, 2020 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    Dec 19, 2020 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Dec 17, 2020 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Dec 10, 2020 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Dec 10, 2020 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Dec 10, 2020 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Dec 10, 2020 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Dec 10, 2020 · Apt 2R

    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
1908
Floors
3
Residential units
6
Building area
5,400 ft²
Lot area
2,500 ft²
Zoning
R6
Community board
316
Council district
37
Block / lot
1522 / 66
Assessed value
$470,250
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #368015, last renewed Oct 8, 2025.

Questions about 359 Sumpter Street

Who owns 359 Sumpter Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is James Lee Foremam.

Does 359 Sumpter Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 71 housing violations at this property.

Is 359 Sumpter Street rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 6 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 100% of its 6 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 359 Sumpter Street built?

City records list 1908 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 359 Sumpter Street?

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.