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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

Concern
4 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation Nov 24, 2025

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

No rent-stabilized units in 2018–2024 tax bills

Some apartments can still be regulated. Use the rent-stabilized checker or request the rent history from HCR.

Violations

Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.

HPD housing violations · 34

  • 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 24, 2025

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • 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.

    Dec 3, 2024

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • 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 28, 2023

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • A

    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
  • B

    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
  • A

    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
  • C

    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
  • B

    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
  • B

    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
  • A

    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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  • B

    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
  • B

    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
  • A

    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
  • B

    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
  • B

    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
  • B

    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
  • B

    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
  • B

    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
  • B

    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
  • A

    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
  • B

    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
  • B

    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
  • B

    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
  • A

    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
  • C

    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
  • B

    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
  • C

    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
  • A

    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
  • B

    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
  • B

    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
  • B

    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
  • C

    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
  • B

    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
  • B

    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

Sales come from the NYC Department of Finance rolling sales file.

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.