266 Saratoga Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11233BBL 3-01561-0037Map

Owner of record: Kosh 5 LLC

266 Saratoga Avenue is a mixed residential and retail building built in 1927 in Brooklyn, 11233. It has 2 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is Kosh 5 LLC. HPD has recorded 14 housing violations here, most recently on March 17, 2026. 13 of the 14 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations: 14
DOB violations: 33
ECB violations: 77
HPD complaints: 17

What to know

Concern

6 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good

Last violation Mar 17, 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

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.
Mar 17, 2026
Closed — Violation dismissed
CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective wood tread, 1, 2,3,4,5,6 and 7 tread from bottom up. at public hall stairs, 1st story
Mar 16, 2026
Open — Nov sent out
CImmediately hazardous
Provide adequate supply of hot water for the fixtures at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 2a, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 16, 2026 · Apt 2A
Open — Nov sent out
CImmediately hazardous
Remove all obstructions and repair all defects in wasteline at wash basin in the bathroom located at apt 2a, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 16, 2026 · Apt 2A
Open — Nov sent out
CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective wood floor at public hall stairs, 1st story
Mar 16, 2026
Open — Nov sent out
CImmediately hazardous
Provide adequate supply of cold water for the fixtures at all cold water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 2a, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 16, 2026 · Apt 2A
Open — Nov sent out
CImmediately hazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of scalding hot water in the bathroom located at apt 3, 3rd story, apartment at east
Jun 4, 2009 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out
BHazardous
Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 3, 3rd story, apartment at east
Jun 4, 2009 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out
BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective door in the bathroom located at apt 3, 3rd story, apartment at east
Jun 4, 2009 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out
BHazardous
Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 3rd story, apartment at east
Jun 4, 2009 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out

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BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the kitchen located at apt 3, 3rd story, apartment at east
Jun 4, 2009 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out
BHazardous
Replace with new the missing hand rail between 1st sty and 1st intermidiate landing at public hall stairs
Jun 4, 2009
Open — Nov sent out
BHazardous
Fire escape defective. replace with new the broken, defective and/or missing drop -ladder 2nd sty south fire place.
May 27, 2005
Open — Nov sent out
BHazardous
Make safe by properly repairing the structural defect. north wall removed at 1st sty front combinding this bldg with 264 saratoga ave.
May 27, 2005
Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 33

Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Jan 22, 2025
Dob violation - active
Immediate emergency anythingoptional
Provide approx 80 linear feet of wood apron on sidewalk shed
Nov 25, 2024
Dob violation - dismissed
Construction other optional
Work without a permit
Nov 24, 2024
Vpw-violation unserved ecb-work without permit-active
Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Feb 3, 2021
Dob violation - active
Immediate emergency anythingoptional
Install approximately 130 linear feet of sidewalk shed along the entire saratoga avenue, and atlantic avenue sides of building
Nov 10, 2020
Dob violation - dismissed
Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Sep 2, 2020
Dob violation - active
Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Mar 4, 2020
Dob violation - active
Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Jan 9, 2020
Dob violation - active
Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Nov 13, 2019
Dob violation - active
Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Sep 4, 2019
Dob violation - active

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Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Jun 26, 2019
Dob violation - active
Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
May 16, 2019
Dob violation - active
Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Mar 6, 2019
Dob violation - active
Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Jan 23, 2019
Dob violation - active
Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Dec 12, 2018
Dob violation - active
Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Oct 31, 2018
Dob violation - active
Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Sep 19, 2018
Dob violation - active
Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Aug 9, 2018
Dob violation - active
Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Jun 27, 2018
Dob violation - active
Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
May 2, 2018
Dob violation - active
Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Mar 7, 2018
Dob violation - active
Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Jan 24, 2018
Dob violation - active
Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Dec 13, 2017
Dob violation - active
Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Nov 15, 2017
Dob violation - active
Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Sep 20, 2017
Dob violation - active
Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Aug 9, 2017
Dob violation - active
Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Jun 14, 2017
Dob violation - active
Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
May 17, 2017
Dob violation - active
Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Feb 8, 2017
Dob violation - active
Construction other optional
Work without a permit. work noted: 1st story north bearing wall re- moved to create access to the north adjoining building 264 saratoga av and the 1st story is being used in conjunction as commercial remedy:
May 15, 2001
Vw-violation work without permit - active
Construction other optional
Work without a permit. work noted: first story north bearing wall re- moved to create access to the north adjoining building 264 saratoga avenue and the first story is being used in conjunction as commercial remedy: obtain a permit forthwith and submit engineers report as to st ructural stability
Oct 21, 1999
Vw-violation work without permit - active
Electric signs none
Es-electric signs none
Dec 28, 1988
Dob violation - active
Electric signs none
Es-electric signs none
Dec 28, 1988
Dob violation - active

ECB violations · 77

Class - 2
At time of inspection observed sidewalk shed installed at exp# 1 and 4 with lighting not maintained per bc3307.6.4.8, reviewed of bis and dobnow revealed no active sidewalk shed permits for temporary constructi
Dec 9, 2025 · Penalty $1,250
Active
Class - 2
At time of inspection observed sidewalk shed installed at exp# 1 & 4 missing sidewalk shed parapet information panel contrary to bc 3301.9.2 missing information panel can delay response in case of an emergency
Dec 9, 2025 · Penalty $1,250
Active
Class - 2
At the time of my inspection, i observed sidewalk shed in place at exposure #1 and 4 with the following objection in operable light bulbs. failure to provide and maintain sidewalk shed as per code creates a h
Nov 13, 2025 · Penalty $2,400
Active
Class - 2
Failure to comply with the commissioner's order to file a certificate of correction with the department of buildings for summons # 39131182n., file a certificate of correction
Nov 3, 2025 · Penalty $1,250
Active
Class - 2
Temporary construction equipment on site - expired permit. noted: at time of inspection - sidewalk shed observed existing at exposure's 1 & 4 erected under job # b01148798-i1-sh expired permit date was 08/05/20
Oct 1, 2025 · Penalty $1,250
Active
Class - 2
At 3:45am observed 3 story building with sws installed at exp #1 4 that was not illuminated as stipulated in bc3307.6.4.8 creates hazardous conditions for pedestrians of slips and trips due to inadequate lighti
Aug 1, 2025 · Penalty $2,400
Active
Class - 2
Observed sidewalk shed installed at exp# 1 4 missing sidewalk shed parapet information panel contrary to bc 3301.9.2. missing information panel can delay response in case of an emergency not having the address
Aug 1, 2025 · Penalty $1,250
Active
Class - 2
At time of inspection in response to complaint i observed underside of sidewalk shed a not illuminated as per 3307.6.4.8. this creates a hazardous condition for public walking underneath while dark and not bein
Jun 20, 2025 · Penalty $2,400
Active
Class - 2
Responding a complaint observed: sidewalk shed installed at expo# 1-4. no underside lighting inoperable light bulbs, failure to maintain as per code 3307.6.4.8 become an unsafe and hazardous condition for pedes
May 7, 2025
Resolve
Class - 2
Pedestrian portion dose not meet code specifications bc3307.6.4.8. observe at exp1 & 4 . under side of swh passageway not illuminated by electric light (inoperable shed electric light fixtures) during no dayli
Mar 10, 2025 · Penalty $2,400
Active

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Class - 2
Observe sws in place at exp 1 & 4 upon review of department record. observe that permit b00431468-i1-sh has expired on 12- 02-21.
Mar 10, 2025 · Penalty $1,250
Active
Class - 2
Pedestrian protection does not meet code requirements. bc 3307.6.4.4, 3307.6.4.10, 3307.6.5.6. at the time of inspection, i observed the sidewalk shed with multiple split mud sills. shard edges for multiple bol
Feb 22, 2025 · Penalty $2,400
Active
Class - 2
Miscellaneous violations. bc 3301.9.2 sidewalk shed parapet information panel. at the time of inspection, i observed the sidewalk shed at this location and no sidewalk shed parapet information panel installed a
Feb 22, 2025 · Penalty $1,250
Active
Class - 1
Failure to provide unobstructed exit passageway. at the time of inspection, i observed the fire escape on atlantic is obstructed with a plywood panel on the sidewalk shed. the condition poses a hazard to buildi
Feb 22, 2025 · Penalty $1,250
Active
Class - 2
Failure to maintain building in a code-compliant manner. at the time of inspection, i observed the facade of the building is in a state of disrepair. missing siding and detached wood panels on atlantic avenue a
Feb 22, 2025 · Penalty $1,250
Active
Class - 2
I observed sidewalk shed in place at exposure #1 and 4 with the following objection inoperable light, under the sidewalk shed was dark. this creates a hazardous condition for pedestrian using the under path.pro
Feb 14, 2025 · Penalty $2,400
Active
Class - 2
I observed sidewalk shed in place at exposure #1 and 4 upon review of the department record it reveal that the sidewalk shed permit has being expired from 12-02-2021, this creates a hazardous condition for publ
Feb 14, 2025 · Penalty $1,250
Active
Class - 2
At the time of inspection, a sidewalk shed was observed in place without an active permit, in violation of bc 28-105.1. the lack of proper permitting poses significant safety hazards, including potential struct
Jan 16, 2025
Resolve
Class - 2
At the time of inspection, a sidewalk shed was observed without an active permit, violating bc 28-105.1. additionally, inadequate illumination was noted, violating bc 3307.6.4.8. this condition poses significan
Jan 16, 2025
Resolve
Class - 2
Observed sidewalk shed in place at exp#1&4, upon review the department records ( bis & dob now) reveals no permit obtained pior to installing sidewalk shed. obtain sidewalk shed permit.
Jan 2, 2025 · Penalty $6,250
Active
Class - 2
At 6:27pm observed 3 story building with sws that was not illuminated as stipulated in bc3307.6.4.8 creates hazardous conditions for pedestrians of slips and trips due to inadequate lighting in dark conditions
Dec 30, 2024 · Penalty $2,400
Active
Class - 2
At the time of inspection observed underside of the sidewalk shed was not illuminated as required by code-bc.3307.6.4.8.this creates hazardous conditions for pedestrans as they walk underneath: slipping, trippi
Nov 25, 2024 · Penalty $2,400
Active
Class - 1
Failure to maintain building in a code compliant manner. sidewalk shed located at cross streets atlantic avenue and saratoga avenue defective missing apron at exposure 4 and exposure one. shed also missing toe
Nov 24, 2024 · Penalty $1,280
Active
Class - 2
Responding a complaint observed: sidewalk shed installed at expo# 1-4. no underside lighting inoperable light bulbs, failure to maintain as per code 3307.6.4.8 become an unsafe and hazardous condition for pedes
Nov 14, 2024 · Penalty $2,400
Active
Class - 2
At time of inspection observed: sidewalk shed in place at exposure# 1-4 not maintained as per bc 3307.6.5.3 missing parapet panel at exposure #4 also at exposure# 2 parapet panel loose and maybe dislodge at any
Nov 14, 2024 · Penalty $6,250
Active
Class - 2
Bc 3307.6.5.3 responsibility for maintenance and use. at the time of my inspection of a sidewalk shed i observed the parapet panel at exposure 2 on the shed was loose and may be dislodge at any time during
Oct 18, 2024 · Penalty $2,500
Active
Class - 2
Observed sidewalk shed in place at exp#1&4 and sidewalk shed with no underside lights, not illuminated, and walking was dark (bc 3307.6.4.8). this condition poses a tripping hazard and could cause in serious in
Sep 24, 2024
Resolve
Class - 2
Observed sidewalk shed in place at exp#1&4, upon review the department records ( bis & dob now) did not observe any permits to install sidewalk shed, no permits were obtained prior to install sidewalk shed. rec
Sep 24, 2024 · Penalty $3,125
Active
Class - 2
At 4:30am observed sws that was not illuminated as per code in addition missing parapet information sign and one parapet panel
Aug 23, 2024 · Penalty $2,400
Active
Class - 2
Observed sws in place at exp# 1 4 reviewed in dobnow and bis revealed there's no active sws permit.
Aug 23, 2024 · Penalty $1,250
Active
Class - 2
At the time of inspection observed underside of the sidewalk shed was not illuminated as required by code-bc.3307.6.4.8.this creates hazardous conditions for pedestrans as they walk underneath: slipping, trippi
Jul 11, 2024 · Penalty $2,400
Active
Class - 2
At time of inspection 4:50am sidewalk shed erected @expo#1,4 no lights and missing information panel. checked department records, shed permit expired 12.02.21 with no renewal permit. shed must be maintain and h
Jul 11, 2024 · Penalty $1,250
Active
Class - 2
At time of inspection 4:50 am i observed a sidewalk shed installed @expo#1,4. lights not illuminated, apart of the parapet panel missing @expo#4 with the facade damaged can cause debris to fall through the open
Jul 11, 2024 · Penalty $2,400
Active
Class - 2
During inspection of a shed in place, i observed that there was no info panel in place as required by code. the info panel is required for address location on the shed.provide and maintain info panel on the she
Jun 13, 2024 · Penalty $6,250
Active
Class - 2
During inspection of a sidewalk shed in place with no lights on during the predawn hour, dob records revealed that the shed permit b00431468-i1-sh had expired since 12/2021 with no renewal. permits must be mai
Jun 13, 2024 · Penalty $6,250
Active
Class - 2
Responding a complaint observed: sidewalk shed installed at exposure# 1-4 defective underside lighting inoperable light bulbs, failure to maintain as per code 3307.6.4.8 darkness become an unsafe and hazardous
Apr 5, 2024 · Penalty $10,000
Active
Class - 2
At the time of inspection observed underside of sidewalk shed not illuminated as required by code.this creates a hazardous condition for pedestrians as they walk underneath:slipping,tripping,robbery etc.observe
Mar 27, 2024 · Penalty $10,000
Active
Class - 2
At time of inspection observed underside of sidewalk shed not illuminated as required by code.this creates a hazardous condition for pedestrians as they walk underneath:slipping,tripping.exposes public to poten
Mar 15, 2024 · Penalty $10,000
Active
Class - 2
Pedestrian portion dose not meet code specifications bc3307.6.4.8. under side of swh passageway not illuminated by electric light (inoperable shed electric light fixtures) during no daylight as per code bc3307.
Feb 27, 2024 · Penalty $10,000
Active
Class - 2
Temporary construction equipment exp 12/01/2021
Feb 27, 2024 · Penalty $6,250
Active
Class - 2
At the time of my inspection of a 3 story building, i observed sidewalk shed in place at exposure #1 and 4 with the following objection inoperable light bulbs. this creates a hazardous condition for pedestrian
Feb 21, 2024 · Penalty $10,000
Active
Class - 2
At the time of my inspection of a 3 story building, i observed sidewalk shed in place at exposure #1 and 4, upon review of the department records it reveal that the sidewalk shed permit has been expired from 12
Feb 21, 2024 · Penalty $6,250
Active
Class - 2
Observe sidewalk shed in place with no valid permit in departments records bis/dob now (last issued permit expired on 12/02/2021 with work permit status indicated signed off in dob now records job# b00431468-i1
Nov 15, 2023 · Penalty $6,250
Active
Class - 2
Temp const equipment onsite-expired permit atoi,observed sws still erected@property by exp1,4 permit b00431468-l1-sh has expired12/2/21.renew permit
Apr 20, 2022
Resolve
Class - 2
Project info panel/sws parapet panel/const sign not provided or not incompliance w/sec.atoi,observed sws still erected@site missing project info panel.comply w/code
Apr 20, 2022
Resolve
Class - 2
Failure to maintain building walls or appurtenances.at the time of inspection and observed exp4 facing saratoga avenue a large section of paneling is missing above 3rd floor windows covering the cornices and no
Jun 14, 2021 · Penalty $6,250
Active
Class - 1
Falure to maintain bldg wall(s) or appurtenances.exp4 large section missing of wood covering the cornish @ roof level.@ exp1 plywood is bulging that covers cornish.flashing is ripping off & decorative part on w
Nov 9, 2020 · Penalty $25,000
Active
Class - 1
Reissue #35461407l date of issue:12-102-19 faliure to maintain in building wall or appurtenances at time of inspection an dobserved exp #1 & 2 above 3rd floor window to roof top cornice side is missing plywoo
Mar 2, 2020 · Penalty $25,000
Active
Class - 1
Failure to maintain in buidling wall or appurtenances at time of inspection and observed exp #1&2 above 3rd floors window to roof top cornice siding is missing plywood exposed to elements show isgn of deteriora
Dec 10, 2019 · Penalty $25,000
Active
Class - 1
Noted at exp#1&2 on saratoga & atlantic ave at roof level cornice siding missing plywood exposed to elements. remedy: repair & or replace.
Oct 17, 2019 · Penalty $25,000
Active

Complaints

Flooring/stairs
Stairs
Mar 12, 2026 · Apt 2A
Close
Plumbing
Water supply
Mar 12, 2026 · Apt 2A
Close
Nonconst
Vermin
May 2, 2009 · Apt 3
Close
Plumbing
Shower-stall
May 2, 2009 · Apt 3
Close
Plumbing
Shower-stall
May 2, 2009 · Apt 3
Close
Plumbing
Water supply
May 2, 2009 · Apt 3
Close
Plumbing
Water supply
May 2, 2009 · Apt 3
Close
Electric
Bell-buzzer/intercom
May 2, 2009 · Apt 3
Close
General
Windows
May 2, 2009 · Apt 3
Close
General
Cabinet
May 2, 2009 · Apt 3
Close

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General
Floor
May 2, 2009 · Apt 3
Close
General
Floor
May 2, 2009 · Apt 3
Close
Nonconst
Vermin
May 2, 2009 · Apt 3
Close
General
Stairs
May 2, 2009 · Apt 3
Close
Electric
Electric-supply
Aug 8, 2005 · Apt 3
Close
Electric
Lighting
Aug 8, 2005 · Apt 3
Close
General
Windows
Aug 8, 2005 · Apt 3
Close

Sales history

Date	Price	Type	Units
Apr 15, 2026	$710,000	Two family dwellings	3

Building details

Building type: Mixed residential and retail building (S2)
Year built: 1927
Floors: 3
Residential units: 2
Building area: 3,720 ft²
Lot area: 1,950 ft²
Zoning: R5B
Community board: 303
Council district: 41
Block / lot: 1561 / 37
Assessed value: $50,400
Landmark / historic district: No

Questions about 266 Saratoga Avenue

Who owns 266 Saratoga Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Kosh 5 LLC.

Does 266 Saratoga Avenue have violations?

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

Is 266 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 266 Saratoga Avenue built?

City records list 1927 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 266 Saratoga Avenue?

It has 2 residential units and 3 units in total.

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