131 Vernon Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11206BBL 3-01755-0051Map
Owner of record: Gelbstein, Abraham
131 Vernon Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1931 in Brooklyn, 11206. It has 4 residential units across 2.5 floors. The owner of record is Gelbstein, Abraham. HPD has recorded 79 housing violations here, most recently on May 6, 2026. 43 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.
- HPD violations
- 79
- DOB violations
- 0
- ECB violations
- 2
- HPD complaints
- 83
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 · 79
- 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 6, 2026
Open — 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 18, 2025
Open — Info nov sent out - 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 11, 2025
Open — 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 25, 2024
Open — Info nov sent out - 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, 2024
Open — Nov sent out - 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 27, 2023
Open — Nov sent out - 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 2, 2022
Open — Nov sent out - 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 13, 2021
Open — 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.
Apr 13, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Remove the illegal fastening double cylinder key operated lock installed at iron gate to fence, building front yard
Aug 22, 2020
Open — Nov sent out
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- CImmediately hazardous
Remove the illegal fastening double cylinder key operated lock installed at entrance gate to 1st floor , building front yard
Aug 22, 2020
Open — 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.
Oct 31, 2019
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 22, 2018
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.
Nov 30, 2017
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.
Nov 16, 2016
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 14, 2015
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.
Feb 25, 2015
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Remove the illegal fastening double cylinder, key operated lock at metal gate at front entrance to building , 1st story
Aug 19, 2009
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Remove the illegal fastening double cylinder,key operated lock at metal gate at front entrance to basement
Aug 19, 2009
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard - presumed lead paint that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) ceiling, north wall, south wall, east wall in the 3rd room from north at west located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 25, 2006 · Apt 2
Open — Defect letter issued - CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard - presumed lead paint that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) ceiling, 1st door frame from west at north wall, north wall, west wall, 2nd window frame from east at south wall, 1st window frame from east at south wall in the 3rd room from north at east located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 25, 2006 · Apt 2
Open — Defect letter issued - CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard - presumed lead paint that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) north wall, south wall, west wall in the private hallway located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 25, 2006 · Apt 2
Open — Defect letter issued - CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard - presumed lead paint that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) ceiling, 2nd door frame from east at south wall, 1st door frame from south at west wall, 1st radiator from west at north wall, south wall, east wall, west wall, 2nd window frame from west at north wall, 1st window frame from west at north wall in the 1st room from north at east located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 25, 2006 · Apt 2
Open — Defect letter issued - CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard - presumed lead paint that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) ceiling, north wall, south wall, east wall in the 3rd room from north at west located at apt 1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 25, 2006 · Apt 1
Open — Defect letter issued - CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard - presumed lead paint that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) ceiling, 1st door frame from west at north wall, north wall, west wall, 2nd window frame from east at south wall, 1st window frame from east at south wall in the 3rd room from north at east located at apt 1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 25, 2006 · Apt 1
Open — Defect letter issued - CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard - presumed lead paint that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) north wall, south wall, west wall in the private hallway located at apt 1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 25, 2006 · Apt 1
Open — Defect letter issued - CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard - presumed lead paint that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) ceiling, 2nd door frame from east at south wall, 1st door frame from south at west wall, 1st radiator from west at north wall, south wall, east wall, west wall, 2nd window frame from west at north wall, 1st window frame from west at north wall in the 1st room from north at east located at apt 1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 25, 2006 · Apt 1
Open — Defect letter issued - BHazardous
Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from window to fire escape or provide approved type gate .. in the 1st room from north at east located at apt 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 18, 2006 · Apt 3
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny ?11-06(b)(2) ceiling, 1st door frame from east at south wall, north wall, south wall, east wall, west wall in the 1st private hallway located at apt 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 18, 2006 · Apt 3
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny ?11-06(b)(2) 1st closet from east at south wall door frame, 1st closet from east at south wall wall, 1st door frame from east at south wall, 1st door frame from north at east wall, west wall, 1st window frame from west at north wall in the kitchen located at apt 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 18, 2006 · Apt 3
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) 2nd door from east at south wall, 2nd door frame from east at south wall in the foyer located at apt bsmt
Jan 18, 2006 · Apt BSMT
Open — Defect letter issued - CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny ?11-06(b)(2) 1st closet from north at east wall wall, 1st door frame from west at north wall, picture moulding at west wall, north wall, west wall in the 2nd private hallway located at apt 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 18, 2006 · Apt 3
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny ?11-06(b)(2) 1st closet from east at south wall door, 1st closet from east at south wall door frame, 1st door frame from east at south wall, 1st door frame from south at west wall, 2nd door frame from south at west wall, north wall, south wall, east wall, west wall, 1st window frame from west at north wall, 2nd window frame from west at north wall in the 1st room from north at east located at apt 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 18, 2006 · Apt 3
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny ?11-06(b)(2) 1st door frame from west at north wall, 1st door frame from south at west wall, wainscotting at south wall, north wall, south wall, east wall, west wall, 1st window frame from east at south wall, 2nd window frame from east at south wall in the 3rd room from north at east located at apt 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 18, 2006 · Apt 3
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny ?11-06(b)(2) baseboard at south wall, baseboard at west wall, 1st door from west at north wall, 1st door frame from west at north wall, east wall, 1st window frame from east at south wall in the 3rd room from north at west located at apt 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 18, 2006 · Apt 3
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny ?11-06(b)(2) 1st door frame from north at east wall in the bathroom located at apt 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 18, 2006 · Apt 3
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department .. 1st door frame from south at west wall in the 2nd private hallway located at apt 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 18, 2006 · Apt 3
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color .. south wall in the 2nd private hallway located at apt 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 18, 2006 · Apt 3
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective connection waste pipe sink in the kitchen located at apt 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 18, 2006 · Apt 3
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector inoperable in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 18, 2006 · Apt 3
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) 2nd window frame from east at south wall in the 4th room from north located at apt bsmt
Jan 18, 2006 · Apt BSMT
Open — Defect letter issued - BHazardous
Remove the illegal fastening key operated double cylinder lock at exit door in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Dec 15, 2005 · Apt 1
Open — Not complied with - BHazardous
Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Dec 3, 2005 · Apt 3
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard - presumed lead paint that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface using work practices set forth in 28 rcny ?11-06(b)(2) 1st window frame from west at north wall in the kitchen located at apt 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Dec 3, 2005 · Apt 3
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
Repair the broken or defective connection wasteline at sink in the kitchen located at apt 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Dec 3, 2005 · 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, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Dec 3, 2005 · Apt 3
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the 2nd room from north at west located at apt 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Dec 3, 2005 · Apt 3
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - ANon-hazardous
Refit door in the entrance located at apt 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Dec 3, 2005 · Apt 3
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective at door in the entrance located at apt 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Dec 3, 2005 · Apt 3
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard - presumed lead paint that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface using work practices set forth in 28 rcny ?11-06(b)(2) 2nd door frame from east at south wall, 1st door frame from south at west wall, south wall, west wall, 2nd window frame from west at north wall, 1st window frame from west at north wall in the 1st room from north at east located at apt 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Dec 3, 2005 · Apt 3
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
DOB building violations · 0
No DOB violations on record
ECB violations · 2
- Class - 1
Atoi observed a complete interior demo to include the removal of all partition walls, the install of c-joist at bsmt & 1st fl., an alteration to the existing vertical & horizontal extension at exp.# 3 and insta
Jun 17, 2024 · Penalty $6,250
Resolve - Non-hazardous
B4a/38/34a/34b/48a/25a/25b/50a/50b/50c/50d/50e. 50a- back flow preventor. 50b- exposed wood beams in boiler rm. 50c- holes in boiler rm walls & ceiling. 50d- pipe safety or relief valve upright. 50e- no emergen
Apr 15, 2006 · Penalty $2,500
Active
Complaints
- Unsanitary condition
Pests
Aug 17, 2020 · Apt 3
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jun 23, 2006 · Apt 4
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 20, 2006 · Apt 1
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 16, 2006 · Apt 3
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Jan 16, 2006 · Apt BSMT
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 16, 2006 · Apt BSMT
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jan 15, 2006 · Apt BSMT
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Jan 14, 2006 · Apt 3
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Jan 14, 2006 · Apt 3
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Jan 14, 2006 · Apt BSMT
Close
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- Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jan 9, 2006 · Apt BSMT
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Jan 9, 2006 · Apt BSMT
Close - Electric
Wiring
Dec 14, 2005 · Apt 1
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Dec 14, 2005 · Apt 1
Close - General
Windows
Dec 14, 2005 · Apt 1
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 14, 2005 · Apt 1
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 14, 2005 · Apt 3
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 13, 2005 · Apt 3
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 13, 2005 · Apt 3
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 13, 2005 · Apt 1
Close - General
Windows
Dec 13, 2005 · Apt 1
Close - Nonconst
Carbon monoxide
Dec 13, 2005 · Apt 1
Close - General
Windows
Nov 8, 2005 · Apt 1
Close - General
Windows
Nov 8, 2005 · Apt 1
Close - General
Windows
Nov 8, 2005 · Apt 1
Close - Electric
Wiring
Nov 8, 2005 · Apt 1
Close - Heating
Heat related
Oct 27, 2005 · Apt BSMT
Close - Heating
Heat related
Oct 26, 2005 · Apt 3
Close - General
Ventilation system
Oct 24, 2005 · Apt BSMT
Close - Plumbing
Radiator
Oct 24, 2005 · Apt 1
Close - General
Windows
Oct 24, 2005 · Apt 1
Close - General
Windows
Oct 24, 2005 · Apt 1
Close - General
Windows
Oct 24, 2005 · Apt 1
Close - Heating
Heat related
Oct 24, 2005 · Apt 1
Close - Heating
Heat related
Oct 24, 2005 · Apt 3
Close - General
Windows
Oct 24, 2005 · Apt BSMT
Close - Electric
Wiring
Oct 24, 2005 · Apt 1
Close - General
Ventilation system
Oct 24, 2005 · Apt BSMT
Close - General
Windows
Oct 24, 2005 · Apt BSMT
Close - General
Windows
Oct 24, 2005 · Apt BSMT
Close - Heating
Heat related
Oct 24, 2005 · Apt BSMT
Close - Heating
Heat related
Oct 24, 2005 · Apt 1
Close - Paint/plaster
Radiator
Oct 22, 2005 · Apt BSMT
Close - Heating
Heat related
Oct 22, 2005 · Apt BSMT
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Oct 21, 2005 · Apt 3
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Oct 21, 2005 · Apt 3
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Oct 19, 2005 · Apt 3
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Oct 19, 2005 · Apt 3
Close - Heating
Heat related
Oct 19, 2005 · Apt 3
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Oct 1, 2005 · Apt 3
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C3)
- Year built
- 1931
- Floors
- 2.5
- Residential units
- 4
- Building area
- 1,880 ft²
- Lot area
- 2,000 ft²
- Zoning
- R6B
- Community board
- 303
- Council district
- 36
- Block / lot
- 1755 / 51
- Assessed value
- $208,350
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #367896, last renewed Oct 10, 2023.
Questions about 131 Vernon Avenue
Who owns 131 Vernon Avenue?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Gelbstein, Abraham.
Does 131 Vernon Avenue have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 79 housing violations at this property.
Is 131 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 131 Vernon Avenue built?
City records list 1931 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 131 Vernon Avenue?
It has 4 residential units.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.