708 Putnam Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11221BBL 3-01650-0028Map
Owner of record: 708 Putnam Ave LLC
708 Putnam Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1899 in Brooklyn, 11221. It has 3 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is 708 Putnam Ave LLC. HPD has recorded 31 housing violations here, most recently on May 5, 2026. 24 of the 31 most recent violations are still open.
- HPD violations
- 31
- DOB violations
- 0
- ECB violations
- 5
- HPD complaints
- 6
What to know
Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.
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 · 31
- 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.
May 5, 2026
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.
Jun 10, 2025
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 11, 2024
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 24, 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 1, 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 12, 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 19, 2018
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Refit apt. door in the entrance located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
May 15, 2017 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective caulking at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
May 15, 2017 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wooden door frame casing in the bathroom located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
May 15, 2017 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out
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- BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the nuisance consisting of mold ... ceiling approx. 10 square feet in the bathroom located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
May 15, 2017 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling and all walls in the bathroom located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
May 15, 2017 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective painted sprinkler head in the kitchen located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
May 15, 2017 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective mechanical ventilator at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
May 15, 2017 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak with active flow at ceiling in the 1st room from north at east located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
May 15, 2017 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling and all walls in the 1st room from north at east located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
May 15, 2017 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceilings all walls and trim throughout in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
May 15, 2017 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective mortise lock on apt. door in the entrance located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
May 15, 2017 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective wood door in the bathroom located at apt 2, 2nd story, apartment at east
May 15, 2017 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Replace the broken or defective water closet in the bathroom located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
May 15, 2017 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak with active flow at ceiling in the 3rd room from north at east located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
May 15, 2017 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Replace with new the missing wooden door in the 3rd room from north at east located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
May 15, 2017 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Replace with new the missing wooden door at closet in the 3rd room from north at east located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
May 15, 2017 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling and all walls in the private hallway located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
May 15, 2017 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Provide adequate light of not less than 60 watts incandescent or equivalent illumination , at public hall, 1st story
May 15, 2017
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
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., 1st story
May 15, 2017
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
§ 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 missing at public hall, 1st story
May 15, 2017
Open — Nov sent out - 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., 1st story
May 15, 2017
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box , , 1st story
May 15, 2017
Open — Nov sent out - 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. , 1st story
May 15, 2017
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective vinyl floor tiles in the kitchen located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
May 15, 2017 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out
DOB building violations · 0
No DOB violations on record
ECB violations · 5
- Class - 1
Observed active job site and workers performing foam insulation for alteration building, upon review the department records ( bis & dob now) observed that gc workers' compensation insurance expired on 12/24/202
Dec 29, 2022
Resolve - Class - 2
Observed excessive debris at exp#3 backyard. debris consisting of wood, steel and other debris and materials creating a tripping hazard, fire hazard and rodent infestation. stop all work entire site except to m
Dec 29, 2022
Resolve - Class - 1
Observed active job site, observed missing handrail for the staircase between 3rd and 4th floor and also missing handrail for the staircase to access the roof level creating hazard for workers and could cause i
Dec 29, 2022 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Class - 1
Observed active job site and workers performing foam insulation for alteration building, upon review the department records ( bis & dob now) observed that gc liability insurance expired on 12/24/2022 and has no
Dec 29, 2022
Resolve - Class - 2
Observed active job site and workers performing foam insulation for alteration building, upon review the department records ( bis & dob now) observed that alteration permit# b00745436, expired on 12/23/2022 and
Dec 29, 2022
Resolve
Complaints
- Paint/plaster
Wall
Jul 5, 2020 · Apt 2
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
May 9, 2017 · Apt 2
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
May 9, 2017 · Apt 2
Close - Door/window
Door
May 9, 2017 · Apt 2
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
May 9, 2017 · Apt 2
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Sep 6, 2016 · Apt 3FL
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C0)
- Year built
- 1899
- Floors
- 3
- Residential units
- 3
- Building area
- 3,568 ft²
- Lot area
- 2,000 ft²
- Zoning
- R6B
- Community board
- 303
- Council district
- 36
- Block / lot
- 1650 / 28
- Assessed value
- $133,320
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #309399, last renewed Oct 15, 2025.
Questions about 708 Putnam Avenue
Who owns 708 Putnam Avenue?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 708 Putnam Ave LLC.
Does 708 Putnam Avenue have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 31 housing violations at this property.
Is 708 Putnam 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 708 Putnam Avenue built?
City records list 1899 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 708 Putnam Avenue?
It has 3 residential units.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.