55 Vernon Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11206BBL 3-01754-0058Map
Owner of record: Stern, Schmiel B
55 Vernon Avenue is a two-family home built in 1910 in Brooklyn, 11206. It has 2 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is Stern, Schmiel B. HPD has recorded 34 housing violations here, most recently on November 24, 2025. 34 of the 34 most recent violations are still open.
- HPD violations
- 34
- DOB violations
- 10
- ECB violations
- 40
- HPD complaints
- 40
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 · 34
- 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 24, 2025
Open — Info nov sent out - 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.
Dec 3, 2024
Open — Info nov sent out - 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 28, 2023
Open — Info nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Refit lower sash north wall. in the 1st room from north at east located at apt 3, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Oct 28, 2007 · Apt 3
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - 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
Oct 28, 2007 · Apt 3
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - ANon-hazardous
Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets wash basin in the bathroom located at apt 3, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Oct 28, 2007 · Apt 3
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of no electric in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 3rd story
Oct 28, 2007 · Apt 3
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of evidence of water-leak from ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2, 1st story, apartment at north
Sep 14, 2006 · Apt 2
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective north wall window's upper & lower sashes counter balance in the 1st room from north at east located at apt 2, 1st story, apartment at north
Sep 14, 2006 · Apt 2
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department east & west walls at the vestibulle of the building , 1st story
Sep 14, 2006
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
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- BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant east & west walls at vesibulle of the building , 1st story
Sep 14, 2006
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in uniform color ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2, 1st story, apartment at north
Sep 14, 2006 · Apt 2
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceilings & walls throughout in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 1st story, apartment at north
Sep 14, 2006 · Apt 2
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin : roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 1st story, apartment at north
Sep 14, 2006 · Apt 2
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the nuisance consisting of mold ... & mildew at the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2, 1st story, apartment at north
Sep 14, 2006 · Apt 2
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in uniform color east wall in the kitchen located at apt 2, 1st story, apartment at north
Sep 14, 2006 · Apt 2
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective connection of drain pipe to the sink in the kitchen located at apt 2, 1st story, apartment at north
Sep 14, 2006 · Apt 2
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Properly secure the loose ceiling exhaust fan metal grille in the kitchen located at apt 2, 1st story, apartment at north
Sep 14, 2006 · Apt 2
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in uniform color north wall in the 1st room from north at east located at apt 2, 1st story, apartment at north
Sep 14, 2006 · Apt 2
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department , the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1, 1st story
May 3, 2006 · Apt 1
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Properly secure the loose door, at west closet in the 1st room from north at west located at apt 1, 1st story
May 3, 2006 · Apt 1
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective mechanical vent, at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 1, 1st story
May 3, 2006 · Apt 1
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of a concealed water leak, at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1, 1st story
May 3, 2006 · Apt 1
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - ANon-hazardous
Refit the upper and lower sash at windows located at apt 3, 3rd story
Apr 13, 2006 · Apt 3
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
Replace with new the missing air valve at radiator in the 1st room from north at west located at apt 1, 1st story
Jan 25, 2006 · Apt 1
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the nuisance consisting of mold ... at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1, 1st story
Jan 25, 2006 · Apt 1
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 1, 1st story
Jan 25, 2006 · Apt 1
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the radiator in the 1st room from north at west located at apt 1, 1st story
Jan 25, 2006 · Apt 1
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in uniform color the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1, 1st story
Jan 25, 2006 · Apt 1
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of a concealed water leak at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1, 1st story
Jan 25, 2006 · Apt 1
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of a concealed water leak at mechanical vent in the kitchen located at apt 1, 1st story
Jan 25, 2006 · Apt 1
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 3fl, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Dec 23, 2005 · Apt 3FL
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective window frame, upper and lower sashes at window in the 1st room from east located at apt 3fl, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Dec 23, 2005 · Apt 3FL
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective window frame, upper and lower sashes at north/2 window in the 2nd room from east located at apt 3fl, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Dec 23, 2005 · Apt 3FL
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
DOB building violations · 10
- Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Dec 9, 2020
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Jun 26, 2019
Dob violation - dismissed - Emergency none
Fully demolish entire building. protect adjoing wall per bc 3309
Mar 28, 2019
Dob violation - dismissed - Emergency none
Egncy-emergency none
Mar 28, 2019
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 - Plumbing none
P-plumbing none
Mar 5, 2001
Dob violation - active - Plumbing none
Hazardous
Mar 1, 2001
Dob violation - active - Plumbing none
Plumbing work without a permit. 1/2" gas line installed thru basement stair well to floors above remedy: obtain a permit if feasible or restore to prior legal condition
Mar 1, 2001
Vw-violation work without permit - active - Plumbing none
P-plumbing none
Mar 1, 2001
Dob violation - active - Plumbing none
Plumbing work without a permit. 1/2 gas line installed thru base- ment stairwell to floor above remedy: obtain a permit if feasible or restore to prior legal condition
Mar 1, 2001
Vw-violation work without permit - active
ECB violations · 40
- Class - 2
Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#35407857l issued on 03/22/19 & to file a cert of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. failure to maintain. remedy: comply w/comm's order
Dec 9, 2020 · Penalty $625
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#35407857l issued on 03/22/19 & to file a cert of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. failure to maintain exp#3 has collapsed at 3rd floo
Oct 19, 2020 · Penalty $625
Resolve - Class - 1
Plumbing work without a permit.noted:installed water and wastelines throughout cellar to third floor.remedy:comply with code.
Sep 14, 2020 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 1
Plumbing work without permit.note:observed at 3 story building plumbing work done without permit.install water and waste time throughout cellar to 3rd floor.rem:comply with code.
Sep 14, 2020
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#35407857l issued on 03-22-19 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner. at time of
Jan 28, 2020 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply with the commissioners order contained in summons/violation 30407859l issued on 3-22-18 and to file a certificate of correction prsuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01.for:failure to maintain bui
Jun 3, 2019 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner. noted: at time of inspection observed at exp#3 has collapsed at 3rd fl into rear yard,w/roof open exposed to elements premises vacant front door padlocked,hand
Mar 22, 2019 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain exterior building in a code-compliant manner. wood sheeting, rotting and bulging at front facade. insulation missing and loose. rem: make repairs in a code-compliant manner.
Apr 14, 2018 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Class - 3
Fence exceeds permitted height metal fence at address,listed,above wasmeasured to be 5'8' at the front of house at exposure #1.
Sep 8, 2017 · Penalty $230
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain building in a code-complaint manner. at time of inspection observed at front of premises at 2nd & 3rd fl level missing & loose pieces of vinyl siding thru-out w/cracked & broken glass window
Aug 6, 2011 · Penalty $5,000
Resolve
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- Class - 3
Failure to maintain exterior bldg wall defect is in that at front of bldg vinyl siding is falling off of bldg and hanging from exterior bldg wall rem; mainta exterior bldg wall make all necessary repairs
Feb 9, 2011 · Penalty $250
Resolve - Class - 1
Fail to correct conditions cited in nov 34726604x for work done w/o a permit. rem:correct conditions cited in above nov.
Aug 17, 2010
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to correct conditions cited in nov#34716604x for work done w/o a permit rem: correct conditions cited in 34726604x
Mar 5, 2010
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain bldg walls or appurtenances. vinyl siding at frontexterior wall is defective, missing from 2nd sty to roof level. defective siding on ground in front areaway of premises. blue insulation for
Jan 25, 2010 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 1
Unlawful acts failure to comply w/ comm order to correct condition cited in 34502046r for work done w/o a permit rem: correct violation 34502046r
Oct 21, 2009
Resolve - Class - 1
Sec. 28-201.1 failure to comply with an order of the commissioner's to obtain a permit per violation #34502046r. cut & replace approx 7' of 8"x12" wood beam with 6"x6" piece of lumber supported by steel props
May 16, 2009 · Penalty $4,000
Resolve - Class - 1
Sec. 28-201.1. failure to comply w/comm's order to obtain a permit perviolation 34502 for work done w/o a permit at cellar level w/o a permit. remedy: correct violation 345020.
Oct 24, 2008
Resolve - Hazardous
Failure to comply with an order of the commissioner to correct violation 3450204612 for work without a permit at the cellar level(construction erect columns etc). no records of correction in building department
May 2, 2008 · Penalty $5,000
Resolve - Hazardous
Failure to comply w/an order of the commissioner to correct violation#34592268y for failure to correct violating condition in nov.34412982 for work w/out a permit no record of correction in bldg dept records.
Dec 21, 2007 · Penalty $5,000
Resolve - Hazardous
Failure to comply repeatedly! with comm's order to correct vio# 3441298-z for (verk )w/o permit. remedy: comply with comm's order & obtain permit.
Aug 30, 2007 · Penalty $5,000
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Failure to comply w/ an order of the dept to correct vio # 3441298z for work w/o permit. remedy: comply w/ dept order & obtain permit.
Apr 10, 2007
Resolve - Hazardous
Failure to comply with an order of the department to correct vio#344212982 for work w/o permit.remedy:comply with department order & obtain permit.
Dec 6, 2006
Resolve - Non-hazardous
No access. violation written based upon no record of correction for viol #34473005k & 34421298z work w/o permit. no permit on record.remedy:comply with commissioners order & contact boro office for inspection.
Aug 16, 2006
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Failure to comply with an order of the dept to correct viol #34473005k & 34421298z for work w/o permit install partitions, plumbing for 3 pcbathroom & all violating conditions noted on violations (non-compl no
Apr 1, 2006
Resolve - Hazardous
Work w/o permit. note : approximately 7' esg a rotting 8" x 12" beam under the basement floor has been cut off and replaced by a similar lenght of 6" x 6" supported by steel props. the remaining section / lengh
Nov 4, 2005
Resolve - Hazardous
Failure to maintain. note : the ceiling of the cellar is in a bad state of disrepair with missing fire stopping material in places. further,due to rotten floor joists of the first floor and rotting lath work a
Nov 4, 2005
Resolve - Hazardous
Failure to maintain. note : the basement floor in the north west corner has dropped approximately 1 1/2" due to rotting floor joists of saidfloor. a rotting 8" x 12" been was also observed as part of the floor
Nov 4, 2005
Resolve - Hazardous
Residence altered for occupancy as a dwelling for more than the legally approved number of families. bldg. dept. records indicate that residence is legally approved for 2 families. residence now altered for
Nov 4, 2005
Resolve - Hazardous
Failure to comply with an order of the commissioner to correct the violating condition of ecb #34473005k and subsequently #34421298z. partition wall erected creating a 'class a' apartment with 3 piece bathroom
Nov 4, 2005
Resolve - Hazardous
Residence altered for occupancy as a dwelling for more than the legally approved # of families. bldg. dept. records indicates residence to be legally approved for 2 families. residence now altered for occupancy
Jun 29, 2005
Resolve - Hazardous
Failure to comply with commissioner's order. work without a permit violation #34473005k issued 04/20/05. partitions erected in basement withfull electrical and plumbing, gas, creating 1 class a apt. remedy:
Jun 29, 2005
Resolve - Hazardous
Work w/o permit(s).note:in the basement erected full height partitions creating a "class a"apt. with full electrical & plumbing services.water,waste & gas lines observed.remedy:obtain permit.
Apr 20, 2005
Resolve - Hazardous
Residence altered as a dwelling for more than the legally approved # of families.bldg dept. records indicate that residence is a b3-2family dwelling, residence, now altered for occupancy by 3 families.alteratio
Apr 20, 2005
Resolve - Hazardous
Residence altered as a dwelling for more than the legally approved # of families.noted:building dept records indicate residence as a b3-2 family dwelling.residence now altered for occupancy by 5 families.altera
Dec 9, 2004 · Penalty $4,050
Active - Non-hazardous
No ventilation: noted: the cellar level now consist of 2 single rooms occupancy each w/o ventitation (2)no ventilation provide at boiler location which is adjacent to the same occupied rooms. the smell of fumes
Nov 8, 2004 · Penalty $400
Active - Hazardous
Woprk w/o a permit: work noted: full partition walls erected at cellar level, created 2 rooms & each room arranged to be occupied with bed & mattress. remedy: obtain a permit, or restore cellar to prior legal c
Nov 8, 2004 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Hazardous
Residence alt as a dwelling for more than the legally approved # of families: bldg dept records indicate residence as a b3-2 family dwelling residence now alt for occupancy by 5 families alt work noted: full pa
Nov 8, 2004 · Penalty $3,050
Active - Non-hazardous
49,19b,21b.no emergence switch tot of stairs,pipe safety valve down.
Apr 30, 2001
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Plumbing work without a permit.1/2 gas line installed thru basement stair well to floor above.remedy:obtain a permit if feasible or restore to prior legal condition.
Mar 1, 2001
Resolve - Hazardous
Failure to maintain plumbing and/or appurtenances.oil spill in basement causing fumes to enter apartment.maintain plumbing and/or appurtenances.
Mar 1, 2001
Resolve
Complaints
- Heating
Heat related
Jan 14, 2010 · Apt BLDG
Close - Electric
Electric-supply
Oct 28, 2007 · Apt 3
Close - Heating
Heat related
Oct 28, 2007 · Apt 3
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Oct 28, 2007 · Apt 3
Close - Heating
Heat related
Oct 28, 2007 · Apt 3
Close - Electric
Electric-supply
Oct 18, 2006 · Apt 3FL
Close - Electric
Electric-supply
Oct 18, 2006 · Apt 2
Close - Heating
Heat related
Sep 13, 2006 · Apt 2
Close - General
Windows
Sep 13, 2006 · Apt 2
Close - General
Ventilation system
Sep 13, 2006 · Apt 2
Close
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- Paint/plaster
Wall
Sep 13, 2006 · Apt 2
Close - General
Mold
Sep 13, 2006 · Apt 2
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Sep 13, 2006 · Apt 2
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Sep 13, 2006 · Apt 2
Close - Appliance
Refrigerator
Jul 24, 2006 · Apt 3FL
Close - Appliance
Refrigerator
Jul 17, 2006 · Apt 3FL
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Apr 30, 2006 · Apt 1
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Apr 30, 2006 · Apt 1
Close - General
Mold
Apr 30, 2006 · Apt 1
Close - General
Ventilation system
Apr 30, 2006 · Apt 1
Close - Plumbing
Radiator
Apr 30, 2006 · Apt 1
Close - Heating
Heat related
Apr 30, 2006 · Apt 1
Close - General
Doors
Apr 30, 2006 · Apt 1
Close - General
Mold
Jan 19, 2006 · Apt 1
Close - Plumbing
Radiator
Jan 19, 2006 · Apt 1
Close - General
Mold
Jan 19, 2006 · Apt 1
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Jan 19, 2006 · Apt 1
Close - General
Ventilation system
Jan 19, 2006 · Apt 1
Close - General
Windows
Dec 14, 2005 · Apt 3
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 14, 2005 · Apt 3
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 14, 2005 · Apt 3FL
Close - General
Windows
Dec 2, 2005 · Apt 3FL
Close - General
Windows
Dec 2, 2005 · Apt 3FL
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 2, 2005 · Apt 3FL
Close - General
Windows
Nov 25, 2005 · Apt 3FL
Close - General
Windows
Nov 25, 2005 · Apt 3FL
Close - Heating
Heat related
Nov 25, 2005 · Apt 3FL
Close - Nonconst
Rubbish
Aug 26, 2005 · Apt 1FL
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Aug 26, 2005 · Apt 1FL
Close - General
Floor
Aug 26, 2005 · Apt 1FL
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Two-family home (B3)
- Year built
- 1910
- Floors
- 3
- Residential units
- 2
- Building area
- 2,139 ft²
- Lot area
- 1,875 ft²
- Zoning
- R6B
- Community board
- 303
- Council district
- 36
- Block / lot
- 1754 / 58
- Assessed value
- $107,820
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #823730, last renewed Mar 20, 2023.
Questions about 55 Vernon Avenue
Who owns 55 Vernon Avenue?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Stern, Schmiel B.
Does 55 Vernon Avenue have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 34 housing violations at this property.
Is 55 Vernon 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 55 Vernon Avenue built?
City records list 1910 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 55 Vernon Avenue?
It has 2 residential units.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.