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512 Van Buren Street

Brooklyn, NY 11221BBL 3-01617-0037Map

Owner of record: John Henry Willis

512 Van Buren Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1931 in Brooklyn, 11221. It has 8 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is John Henry Willis. HPD has recorded 41 housing violations here, most recently on November 27, 2024. 9 of the 41 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 8 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
41
DOB violations
14
ECB violations
0
HPD complaints
16

What to know

Concern
4 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation Nov 27, 2024

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
8
About 100% of the building's 8 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 · 41

  • 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 27, 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color east wall at public hall, 3rd story

    Jul 25, 2017

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department east wall at public hall, 3rd story

    Jul 25, 2017

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective counter balance at bottom sash window in the 1st room from north located at apt 5, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jul 25, 2017 · Apt 5

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    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 = 1; in the 1st room from north located at apt 5, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jul 25, 2017 · Apt 5

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of intercom wire in vestibule, (trip hazared) , 1st story

    Jul 25, 2017

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Replace with new the broken or defective rubber gasket around refrigerator door in the kitchen located at bsmt-apt s1, bsmt-apt at east

    Aug 24, 2014 · Apt S1

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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  • A

    Refit east and west windows lower sashs in the basement in the 1st room from north located at apt s1, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 24, 2014 · Apt S1

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Refit entrance door located at b-room 2rear, 2nd story

    Apr 29, 2002 · Apt 2REAR

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of rust bathtub and washbasin bathroom 3 sty public hall.

    Jun 11, 1998

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace with new the missing 5 balusters balustrade 3 sty public hall er1.

    Jun 11, 1998

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly secure the loose balustrade 3 sty public hall

    Jun 11, 1998

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly secure the loose balustrade stairs 2 sty public hall.

    Jun 11, 1998

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Replace with new the missing 7 balusters stairs 2 sty public hall.

    Jun 11, 1998

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color walls 2 sty public hall.

    Jun 11, 1998

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Replace with new the missing 5 balusters balustrade 2 sty public hall.

    Jun 11, 1998

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of uneven floor 2 sty public hall.

    Jun 11, 1998

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retarded cockloft scuttle closet 3 sty public hall.

    May 27, 1998

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Replace with new the missing balusters landing 3 sty public hall.

    May 27, 1998

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Provide adequate supply of hot water for the fixtures kitchen and bathroom 3 sty southeast apt 4r , section '' ''

    Jun 22, 1995 · Apt 4R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-20.08,20.09 adm code file certification of satisfactory installation of smoke detecting device in accordance with h.p.d. rules and regulations.

    Feb 6, 1987

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    D26-17.10 adm code provide ready access to building's heating system locked door to celllar.

    Aug 23, 1983

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    D26-17.10 adm code post notice, in form approved by the department, stating the name and location of the person designated by the owner to have key to building's heating system 1st sty public hall and cellar door.

    Aug 23, 1983

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-19.05 adm code provide adequate light of not less than 60 watts incandescent or equivalent illumination pub hall all stys.

    Dec 10, 1982

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    D26-21.07 adm code provide 3 extra sprinkler heads and suitable wrench for emergency purposes at o.s.y. valve of sprinkler in accordance with the rules and regulations of this department cellar front.

    Dec 10, 1982

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color wall bathroom 3 sty pub hall.

    Dec 10, 1982

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective tile floor bathroom 3 sty pub hall.

    Dec 10, 1982

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    D26-12.03 adm code paint to the satisfaction of this department the exterior window frames and sashes metal ceiling bathroom 2nd sty public hall.

    Dec 10, 1982

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-11.01, 11.03, 11.05 adm code remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the rear yard.

    Dec 10, 1982

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code replace with new the broken or defective painted sprinkler head all stys pub halls.

    Dec 10, 1982

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code remove all encumbrances consisting of 1 sty pub hall rear stove & ladder.

    Dec 10, 1982

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    § 329, m/d law and dept. rules and regs. provide a completed certificate of inspection visits in a proper frame at or near mailboxes, bottom edge of frame between 48-62 inches above floor

    Dec 10, 1982

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-12.01 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceiling of 3 sty public hall.

    Dec 10, 1982

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-12.01 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceiling of 2 sty public hall.

    Dec 10, 1982

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code remove all encumbrances consisting of lumber & house hold items at basement public hall.

    Dec 10, 1982

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code arrange and make self-closing the doors door of boiler room cellar front.

    Dec 10, 1982

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling of bathroom 2 sty bathroom public hall r 70.

    Dec 10, 1982

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    § 65 m/d law provide under completed permit, a proper enclosure for the central heating plant, at cellar front.

    Dec 10, 1982

    Closed — Violation dismissed

DOB building violations · 14

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2017 inspection report

    Nov 8, 2019

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2014 inspection report

    Oct 1, 2015

    Dob violation - active
  • 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 3, 2008

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 31, 2005

    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

    Mar 26, 2002

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 16, 1999

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    May 4, 1998

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Sep 16, 1997

    Dob violation - active
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  • 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

    Jun 1, 1994

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Aug 16, 1993

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jun 1, 1993

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 0

No ECB violations on record

Complaints

  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jul 20, 2017 · Apt 5

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Stairs

    Jul 20, 2017 · Apt 5

    Close
  • Electric

    No lighting

    Jul 20, 2017 · Apt 5

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jul 20, 2017 · Apt 5

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jul 20, 2017 · Apt 5

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Jul 20, 2017 · Apt 5

    Close
  • Safety

    Window guard broken/missing

    Oct 25, 2016 · Apt 5

    Close
  • Safety

    Window guard broken/missing

    Oct 25, 2016 · Apt 5

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Jul 21, 2014 · Apt S1

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Jul 21, 2014 · Apt S1

    Close
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  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 17, 2012 · Apt 3

    Close
  • General

    Window guards

    Aug 31, 2011 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Aug 31, 2011 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Window/frame

    Aug 31, 2011 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Aug 31, 2011 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Appliance

    Sprinker cert

    Jul 26, 2004

    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 (C1)
Year built
1931
Floors
3
Residential units
8
Building area
2,634 ft²
Lot area
1,950 ft²
Zoning
R6B
Community board
303
Council district
36
Block / lot
1617 / 37
Assessed value
$321,750
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #346827, last renewed Oct 29, 2025.

Questions about 512 Van Buren Street

Who owns 512 Van Buren Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is John Henry Willis.

Does 512 Van Buren Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 41 housing violations at this property.

Is 512 Van Buren Street rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 8 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 100% of its 8 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 512 Van Buren Street built?

City records list 1931 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 512 Van Buren Street?

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.