490a Jefferson Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11221BBL 3-01654-0001Map
Owner of record: We 490a Jefferson LLC
490a Jefferson Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1910 in Brooklyn, 11221. It has 9 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is We 490a Jefferson LLC. HPD has recorded 162 housing violations here, most recently on March 29, 2023. 7 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 3 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.
- HPD violations
- 162
- DOB violations
- 7
- ECB violations
- 10
- HPD complaints
- 220
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
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.
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Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 162
- 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 29, 2023
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ..the ceiling at public hall, 1st story
Mar 7, 2023
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ..fire retardant plaster at ceiling at public hall, 1st story
Mar 7, 2023
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak ..at ceiling at public hall, 1st story
Mar 7, 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 8, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at east wall at public hall stairs, 1st story
Jan 2, 2022
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at east wall at public hall stairs, 1st story
Jan 2, 2022
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling and all walls at bulkhead to the roof at public hall
Jan 2, 2022
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant materials at ceiling at bulkhead to the roof at public hall
Jan 2, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the roof so that it will not leak at ceiling at bulkhead to the roof at public hall
Jan 2, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed
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- BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fireretardant materials at east wall at public hall stairs, 1st story
Jan 2, 2022
Closed — Violation closed - 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 16, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at ceiling around skylight bulkhead
Jul 13, 2020
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system locked door at cellar
Jul 13, 2020
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 4c, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jul 13, 2020 · Apt 4C
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fireretardant materials at north and east wall at bulkhead
Jul 13, 2020
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling and all walls at bulkhead
Jul 13, 2020
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling, north wall, east wall at public hall bulkhead
Nov 29, 2019
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material ceiling, north wall, east wall at public hall bulkhead
Nov 29, 2019
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the roof so that it will not leak over ceiling at public hall bulkhead
Nov 29, 2019
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Arrange and make self-closing the doors at public hall bulkhead to roof
Nov 29, 2019
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling and south wall in the bathroom located at apt 4c, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Nov 29, 2019 · Apt 4C
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the roof so that it will not leak over ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 4c, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Nov 29, 2019 · Apt 4C
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Arrange and make self-closing the doors .. in the entrance located at apt 4c, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Nov 29, 2019 · Apt 4C
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective door bell buzzer iintercom system from building entrance to box at west wall in the kitchen located at apt 4c, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Nov 29, 2019 · Apt 4C
Closed — Violation closed - 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 4, 2019
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Replace with standard wire glass the present glass entrance door at public hall, 1st story
Aug 3, 2016
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department walls and ceilings apt.2c located at apt, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Aug 3, 2016
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Refit entrance door apt.2c located at apt, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Aug 3, 2016
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retarding ceiling and walls all story at public hall
Aug 3, 2016
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
§ 62 m/d law rearrange television and/or radio antenna to be at least 10 feet above roof and not attached to any fire escape or soil or vent line ..
Aug 3, 2016
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair and abate unsafe electric wiring condition consisting of exposed wires at cellar front
Aug 3, 2016
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retarding ceiling at cellar rear
Aug 3, 2016
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the cellar throughout
Aug 3, 2016
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective ... in the entrance located at apt 2c, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jul 22, 2016 · Apt 2C
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures at gas range in the kitchen located at apt 2c, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jul 22, 2016 · Apt 2C
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tiles in the kitchen located at apt 2c, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jul 22, 2016 · Apt 2C
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures ... in the kitchen located at apt 4a, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south
May 29, 2016 · Apt 4A
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 2c, 2nd story, apartment at east
May 26, 2016 · Apt 2C
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective in the entire apartment located at apt 2c, 2nd story, apartment at east
May 26, 2016 · Apt 2C
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 2c, 2nd story, apartment at east
May 26, 2016 · Apt 2C
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Provide a safe and adequate supply of electric service to the fixtures ceiling light fixture in the kitchen located at apt 2c, 2nd story, apartment at east
May 26, 2016 · Apt 2C
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures at gas stove in the kitchen located at apt 4a, 4th story, apartment at south
Apr 19, 2016 · Apt 4A
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor at public hall, 2nd story
Apr 17, 2016
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor at public hall, 3rd story
Apr 17, 2016
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor at public hall, 4th story
Apr 17, 2016
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the 1st room from north at east located at apt 4a, 4th story, apartment at south
Mar 9, 2016 · Apt 4A
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Arrange and make self-closing the doors ... in the entrance located at apt 4a, 4th story, apartment at south
Mar 9, 2016 · Apt 4A
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective intercommunication system located at apt 4a, 4th story, apartment at south
Mar 9, 2016 · Apt 4A
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 4a, 4th story, apartment at south
Mar 9, 2016 · Apt 4A
Closed — Violation closed
DOB building violations · 7
- Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Jun 20, 2019
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Jun 20, 2018
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Aug 24, 2016
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
False pw1 filing- app#321276105
May 26, 2016
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Oct 15, 2005
Dob violation - active - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 13, 2004
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Sep 16, 1997
Dob violation - dismissed
ECB violations · 10
- Class - 2
Work does not conform to approved construction docs.and to approved amendments.observed:on ground fl. in eating & drinking establishment,bathroom constructed not according to drawing a102.00,constructed additio
Mar 1, 2019
Resolve - Class - 2
Work w/o permit. at time of inspection found pc job#321724416 filed for re() store; 1-installed new water line, sewer line at 1 fl level, 2-at celalr level installed grease trep and water piping; 3-between 1
Mar 8, 2018
Resolve - Class - 2
Work does not conform to approved construction document and/or approv ed amendments. premises under alt2 job #321574970 loc folder at time of inspection found: at cellar level created storage room; 2-existing
Mar 8, 2018 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 1
28-103.13 right of entry denied noted:active site w. permits,application numbers 321276114-01-plew 321276105-01ew.construction ongoing @timeof inspection.entry to inspect bldg by contractor/construction workers
May 26, 2016 · Penalty $1,500
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to safeguard all persons &property affected by construction operations.noted @apt #2a under application 321276105 ongoing work.the flr has been opened,& two ladders are being untilized unsafely to suppo
May 26, 2016 · Penalty $10,000
Resolve - Class - 2
Electrical work w/o a permit.observed @ 8am removal of electrical wiring on ground fl.no app on file for electrical work.rem obtain permit
May 26, 2016 · Penalty $400
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to provide effective electrical continuity for metal raceways enclosures cable armor.electrical fixture on 1st fl lobby raceway is not continuous.rem provide effective continuity.
May 26, 2016 · Penalty $1,200
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner:no fire stopping perbc712.3,27-345.@ 1st ground fl retail-ceiling is exposed to flrs above.all joists unprotected.rem:provide/maintain fire stopping.
May 26, 2016 · Penalty $500
Resolve - Class - 2
Unapproved unsafe unsuitable electrical equipment devices apparatus appliances materials or wiring in use.defective electrical fixture in apt 3c kitchen.rem comply w/ ec code,obtain permit
May 26, 2016 · Penalty $400
Resolve - Hazardous
Failure to safeguard public and property affected by construction operation. defect noted at time of inspection 2 workmen were working 2 point suspension scaffold which, was hanging front parapet at jefferson
Oct 5, 2005
Resolve
Complaints
- Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 31, 2022 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 8, 2022 · Apt 2A
Close - Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
Apr 24, 2021 · Apt AB
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jul 12, 2020 · Apt 4C
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 25, 2020 · Apt 4C
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 14, 2019 · Apt 4C
Close - General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
Nov 26, 2019 · Apt 4C
Close - General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
Nov 15, 2019 · Apt 4C
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Sep 2, 2019 · Apt 4C
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Oct 10, 2018 · Apt 4C
Close
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- Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 17, 2017 · Apt 3B
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 10, 2017 · Apt 3B
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 7, 2017 · Apt 4C
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 1, 2017 · Apt 3C
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 17, 2017 · Apt 2C
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 12, 2017 · Apt 2C
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 30, 2016 · Apt 4C
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 29, 2016 · Apt 4C
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 29, 2016 · Apt 2NDFL
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 28, 2016 · Apt 4C
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 28, 2016 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 28, 2016 · Apt 3A
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 28, 2016 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 27, 2016 · Apt 4C
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Oct 25, 2016 · Apt 4C
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Oct 24, 2016 · Apt 4C
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Jul 19, 2016 · Apt 2C
Close - General
Cooking gas
Jul 19, 2016 · Apt 2C
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Jul 19, 2016 · Apt 2C
Close - General
Cooking gas
May 25, 2016 · Apt 4A
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
May 6, 2016 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
May 3, 2016 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
May 3, 2016 · Apt 4A
Close - General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
Apr 8, 2016 · Apt BLDG
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Apr 7, 2016 · Apt 4C
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Apr 4, 2016 · Apt 3B
Close - General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
Mar 16, 2016 · Apt 3A
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Mar 16, 2016 · Apt 3A
Close - General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
Mar 10, 2016 · Apt 3A
Close - General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
Feb 17, 2016 · Apt 4A
Close - Electric
Wiring
Feb 17, 2016 · Apt 4A
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Feb 17, 2016 · Apt 4A
Close - Water leak
Heavy flow
Feb 17, 2016 · Apt 4A
Close - Water leak
Heavy flow
Feb 17, 2016 · Apt 4A
Close - Water leak
Heavy flow
Feb 17, 2016 · Apt 4A
Close - General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
Feb 17, 2016 · Apt 4A
Close - Safety
Fire escape
Dec 23, 2015 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 22, 2015 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 21, 2015 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 21, 2015 · Apt BLDG
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C8)
- Year built
- 1910
- Floors
- 4
- Residential units
- 9
- Building area
- 9,760 ft²
- Lot area
- 3,000 ft²
- Zoning
- R6B
- Community board
- 303
- Council district
- 36
- Block / lot
- 1654 / 1
- Assessed value
- $1,076,400
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #300044, last renewed Sep 4, 2025.
Questions about 490a Jefferson Avenue
Who owns 490a Jefferson Avenue?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is We 490a Jefferson LLC.
Does 490a Jefferson Avenue have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 162 housing violations at this property.
Is 490a Jefferson Avenue rent stabilized?
NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 3 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 33% of its 9 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.
When was 490a Jefferson Avenue built?
City records list 1910 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 490a Jefferson Avenue?
It has 9 residential units and 13 units in total.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.