980 Dekalb Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11221BBL 3-01602-0017Map
Owner of record: 980 Dklb LLC
980 Dekalb Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1931 in Brooklyn, 11221. It has 4 residential units across 5 floors. The owner of record is 980 Dklb LLC. HPD has recorded 79 housing violations here, most recently on January 19, 2025. 1 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.
- HPD violations
- 79
- DOB violations
- 9
- ECB violations
- 20
- HPD complaints
- 266
What to know
No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.
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 · 79
- CImmediately hazardous
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 information for keys in queens at public hall, 1st story
Jan 19, 2025
Closed — Violation dismissed - 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.
Nov 21, 2023
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
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 22, 2023
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
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.
Feb 24, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
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 8, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed - 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.
Apr 8, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed - 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.
Oct 8, 2015
Closed — Violation dismissed - 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.
Feb 18, 2015
Closed — Violation dismissed - IInformation / order
The premises has been selected to participate in the alternative enforcement program which may result in building-wide inspections, fees, and extensive repair work to correct violations and underlying conditions. charges for repair work done pursuant to this order, if not paid, will become liens on the property
Feb 2, 2015
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide temporary seal-up to all accessible opening in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 17, 2013 · Apt 3
Closed — Violation dismissed
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- IInformation / order
The premises have been vacated by an order of this department and cannot be reoccupied except for caretaker until a new certificate of occupancy has been obtained.
Dec 11, 2012
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of heat from an approved central heating system, or an approved system of gas or electrical heating in good operating condition for the dwelling unit in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 1st story
Dec 8, 2012 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of scalding hot water in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south
Dec 8, 2012 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures at the stove in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south
Dec 8, 2012 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
§ 300, 301, 302, m/d law file plans and obtain a certificate of occupancy to legalize the following alteration or restore premises to prior legal condition additional apt created at basement increasing occupancy for 3 to 4 apts
Nov 16, 2012
Open — Not complied with - CImmediately hazardous
Provide seal up to all openings throughout building
Nov 16, 2012
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the private hallway located at apt 2, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Nov 16, 2012 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Remove the illegal fastening key operated lock at door leading to fire escape window in the 3rd room from north at east located at apt 2, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Nov 16, 2012 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). inoperative located at apt 2, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Nov 16, 2012 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector inoperative located at apt 2, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Nov 16, 2012 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tiles in the bathroom located at apt 2, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Nov 13, 2012 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures at gas range in the kitchen located at apt 2, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Nov 13, 2012 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of heat from an approved central heating system, or an approved system of gas or electrical heating in good operating condition for the dwelling unit in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Nov 13, 2012 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective mortise lock at entrance door to building , 1st story
Oct 4, 2012
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
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 .. at public hall
Oct 4, 2012
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Post a sign indicating hours of collection and method of collection of waste material where dumbwaiter service is not provided. at public hall
Oct 4, 2012
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations .. at public hall
Oct 4, 2012
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
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. at public hall
Oct 4, 2012
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
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
Oct 4, 2012
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
§ 329, m/d law and dept. rules and regs. provide a completed certificate of inspection visits in a proper frame readily accessible for signature, bottom edge of frame between 48-62 inches above floor at .. at public hall
Oct 4, 2012
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Remove all encumbrances consisting of toys, cardboard, wood, etc... at public hall, 3rd story
Aug 10, 2012
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide seal up of all accessible openings in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 2nd story
Aug 10, 2012 · Apt 3
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Repair the broken or defective connection at pvc waste lines throughout open space, 4'', 3'' and 2'' pipes leaking at cellar
Feb 29, 2012
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective boiler at boiler room
Jan 25, 2012
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of electrical wiring from apt 2 and apt 4 meters tapped into public parts meter at cellar
Jan 25, 2012
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all walls ceilings and trim throughout in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Oct 31, 2011 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures ..stove in the kitchen located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Oct 31, 2011 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective lower sash window glass, 1 from east at south wall in the 3rd room from north at east located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Oct 31, 2011 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective lower sash window springs, 1 from east at south in the 3rd room from north at east located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Oct 31, 2011 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tiles in the bathroom located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Oct 31, 2011 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Properly secure the loose wash basin and cabinet in the bathroom located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Oct 31, 2011 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of loose electrical connections at light fixtures and wall outlets throughout in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Oct 31, 2011 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - 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 partitions erected creating additional rooms in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Oct 31, 2011 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south
May 17, 2011 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of open, exposed, crisscrossed connected electrical wires and extension cord at meter bar at cellar
Jan 5, 2011
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective marble saddle in the bathroom located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south
Oct 20, 2009 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin bedbugs in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jun 18, 2009 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin bedbugs in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jun 18, 2009 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective base cabinet in the kitchen located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Apr 23, 2009 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at sink in the kitchen located at apt 2, 2nd story, apartment at south
Apr 23, 2009 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed
DOB building violations · 9
- Construction other optional
The borough commissioner has ordered all work stopped under application # 320910733 due to the applicant withdrawal.
May 15, 2023
Dob violation - active - Construction other optional
The borough commissioner has ordered all work stopped under application # 320910733 due to the applicant withdrawal.
May 15, 2023
Dob violation - active - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Feb 11, 2015
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Apr 25, 2013
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Apr 25, 2013
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Jan 28, 2011
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Jan 13, 2011
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Dec 2, 2010
Dob violation - dismissed - Immediate emergency anythingoptional
Imegncy-immediate emergency anythingoptional
Sep 22, 2008
Dob violation - dismissed
ECB violations · 20
- Class - 2
Failure to safeguard all persons and property affected by construction operations. at the time of inspection it was observed that the contractor did not properly lock job site before leaving for the day/lunch.
Jul 26, 2019 · Penalty $5,000
Resolve - Class - 1
B154,4a,19b,38,15,50a,50b,50c,50d,36. 50a-flue pipe need support; 50b-no check valve on feed water line;50c-no valve in expansion tank; 50d-pipe back flow down.
Oct 28, 2014 · Penalty $5,000
Active - Class - 2
Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner. in cellar boiler low water cut off installed for a hot water boiler is not wired. rmdy: maintain boiler.
Oct 25, 2014 · Penalty $2,500
Active - Class - 1
B101,50a - 50a-no work permit filed with dob for the installation of the new weilmclain gas fired boiler.
Jan 23, 2013 · Penalty $4,000
Resolve - Class - 1
B154,15,38,25b,50a,50b,50c,50d,50e,50f,36. 50a-draft hood does not match flue pipe;50b-no valve on expansion tank; 50c-pipe back flow discharge down; 50d-no emergence fuel cut off switch outside of boiler room
Jan 23, 2013 · Penalty $5,000
Active - Class - 1
Unlawful acts. failure to comply w/ an order of commissioner. respondent failed to correct violating conditions cited in the prior nov # 34739862k remedy : comply w/ commissioners order
Mar 8, 2011 · Penalty $12,000
Resolve - Class - 1
Unlawful acts. failure to comply w/an order of the commissioner. respondent failed to correct the conditions cited in nov #34739939j. work w/o permit. remedy: comply w/commissioner's order.
Jan 20, 2011 · Penalty $24,000
Resolve - Class - 1
Unlawful acts.failure to comply w/ an order of the commissioner.note:respondent failed to correct the conditions cited in the prior nov34739939j for work w/o permit.@ bsmnt partitioned off stairwell,installed w
Nov 5, 2010 · Penalty $24,000
Resolve - Class - 1
Unlawful acts. failure to comply w/an order of the commissioner. note:respondent failed to correct the conditions cited in the prior n.o.v. 34739939j for work w/o a permit;at basement partitioned off stairwell
Sep 30, 2010 · Penalty $24,000
Resolve - Class - 1
Unlawful acts fail to comply w/an order of the commissioner.note:resp failed to correct the conditions cited in the prior nov 34739939j for work w/o a permit; @ bsmnt level partitioned off stairwell; installed
Aug 24, 2010 · Penalty $24,000
Resolve
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- Class - 1
Failure to correct condition(s) cited in nov 34739939j for work done w/o a permit. remedy: correct condition cited in nov 34739939j
Apr 5, 2010 · Penalty $24,000
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply w/ comm. order to file certificate of correction w/ dob pursuant to 28-204.2 for violation 34739939j. remedy: file certificate of correction
Nov 18, 2009 · Penalty $4,000
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to comply w/ comm. to correct conditions cited in nov 34739939j for work done w/o a permit. remedy: correct conditions
Nov 18, 2009 · Penalty $24,000
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain exterior bldg walls defect noted at facade loose facade loose parapet wall brick missing motar at exp #1 at exp#4 stucco missing cracking bldg in need of serve maintenance brick pointing fac
Aug 5, 2009 · Penalty $5,000
Resolve - Class - 1
Sec.28-201.1. failure to comply w/comm order to obtain a permit per violation 347399395 for installing gas line etc w/o a permit.remedy:correct violation 34739939j.
Jul 21, 2009 · Penalty $8,000
Active - Class - 2
Failed to obtain a temporary construction permit prior to installation/ use of sidewalk shed. noted: sidewalk shed erected at exposure 31 approx: 20 feet in height, without filing for a shed permit. rem: obtai
Jul 7, 2009 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Class - 2
Work without a permit. expired permit noted: sidewalk shed job #310223996 has expired on 01/24/2009 rem: renew permit.
Apr 23, 2009 · Penalty $4,000
Active - Class - 1
Work w/o permit. work noted: at basement, partitioned off stairwell connecting basement & 1st fl apt, installed 2nd entry door into 1st fl apt. installed water & waste lines for a residential sink & gas line
Jan 15, 2009 · Penalty $8,000
Resolve - Class - 2
Residence altered for occupancy as a dwelling for more than the legally approved number of families. dob c of o #231797 indicates premises to be legally approved for a 3 family basement & 1st fl, 1 duplex apt
Jan 15, 2009 · Penalty $6,000
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain bldg wall or appurtenances defects noted portion of cornice approx 12lx18w is missing front of bldg at roof level with remaining section not adequately secured and in danger of collapse
Sep 22, 2008 · Penalty $5,000
Resolve
Complaints
- Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 16, 2025 · Apt ALL
Close - General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
Jan 16, 2025 · Apt ALL
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Feb 2, 2024 · Apt 3
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Jun 1, 2022 · Apt GROUND
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Jun 1, 2022 · Apt GROUND
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Nov 2, 2015 · Apt 3FL
Close - Door/window
Door
Nov 2, 2015 · Apt 3FL
Close - Electric
Outlet/switch
Nov 2, 2015 · Apt 3FL
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Nov 2, 2015 · Apt 3FL
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Nov 2, 2015 · Apt 3FL
Close
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- Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Sep 21, 2015 · Apt 3
Close - General
Windows
Jun 12, 2013 · Apt 2
Close - Nonconst
Rubbish
Jun 12, 2013 · Apt 2
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Jun 12, 2013 · Apt 2
Close - Electric
Wiring
Jun 12, 2013 · Apt 2
Close - Heating
Heat related
Nov 12, 2012 · Apt 2
Close - General
Cooking gas
Nov 12, 2012 · Apt 2
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 23, 2012 · Apt 4
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 27, 2011 · Apt 2
Close - Electric
Lighting
Dec 11, 2011 · Apt 2
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 11, 2011 · Apt 2
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 11, 2011 · Apt 2
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Oct 31, 2011 · Apt 2
Close - Appliance
Refrigerator
Oct 28, 2011 · Apt 2
Close - Heating
Heat related
Oct 28, 2011 · Apt 2
Close - General
Windows
Oct 24, 2011 · Apt 2
Close - General
Cooking gas
Oct 24, 2011 · Apt 2
Close - Appliance
Refrigerator
Oct 24, 2011 · Apt 2
Close - Electric
Electric-supply
Jun 28, 2011 · Apt 2
Close - Electric
Electric-supply
May 31, 2011 · Apt 2
Close - Electric
Electric-supply
May 20, 2011 · Apt 2
Close - Appliance
Refrigerator
May 14, 2011 · Apt 2
Close - Electric
Electric-supply
May 14, 2011 · Apt 2
Close - Electric
Lighting
May 14, 2011 · Apt 2
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
May 14, 2011 · Apt 2
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
May 10, 2011 · Apt 1
Close - Plumbing
Radiator
May 10, 2011 · Apt 1
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
May 10, 2011 · Apt 1
Close - Appliance
Refrigerator
May 10, 2011 · Apt 1
Close - Electric
Electric-supply
May 10, 2011 · Apt 1
Close - Electric
Electric-supply
May 4, 2011 · Apt 2
Close - Electric
Lighting
Apr 27, 2011 · Apt 3
Close - Plumbing
Toilet
Apr 27, 2011 · Apt 3
Close - Plumbing
Toilet
Apr 27, 2011 · Apt 3
Close - Appliance
Refrigerator
Apr 27, 2011 · Apt 2
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Apr 27, 2011 · Apt 2
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Apr 27, 2011 · Apt 2
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Apr 27, 2011 · Apt 2
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 23, 2011 · Apt 3A
Close - Electric
Electric-supply
Jan 4, 2011 · Apt 2
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C3)
- Year built
- 1931
- Floors
- 5
- Residential units
- 4
- Building area
- 3,200 ft²
- Lot area
- 2,000 ft²
- Zoning
- R6A
- Community board
- 303
- Council district
- 36
- Block / lot
- 1602 / 17
- Assessed value
- $288,450
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #363974, last renewed Jul 30, 2026.
Questions about 980 Dekalb Avenue
Who owns 980 Dekalb Avenue?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 980 Dklb LLC.
Does 980 Dekalb Avenue have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 79 housing violations at this property.
Is 980 Dekalb 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 980 Dekalb Avenue built?
City records list 1931 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 980 Dekalb Avenue?
It has 4 residential units.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.