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479 Willoughby Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11206BBL 3-01758-0071Map

Owner of record: Jacobowitz, Joseph

479 Willoughby Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1899 in Brooklyn, 11206. It has 3 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is Jacobowitz, Joseph. HPD has recorded 73 housing violations here, most recently on May 6, 2026. 49 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
73
DOB violations
3
ECB violations
7
HPD complaints
2

What to know

Good
No open Class C

No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.

Good
Last violation May 6, 2026

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 · 73

  • A

    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
  • 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 18, 2025

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • A

    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
  • 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 25, 2024

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • A

    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
  • 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 17, 2023

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • A

    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
  • 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 7, 2022

    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.

    Mar 2, 2022

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • A

    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
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  • 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.

    Apr 13, 2021

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • A

    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
  • 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.

    Oct 31, 2019

    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.

    Oct 22, 2018

    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 30, 2017

    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 16, 2016

    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.

    Feb 25, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Provide adequate lighting at or near the outside of the front entranceway of the building and keep same burning from sunset every day to sunrise on the day following ***minimum 100 watts of incandescent light required***

    Sep 30, 2011

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Provide adequate lighting at or near the outside of the front entranceway of the building and keep same burning from sunset every day to sunrise on the day following ***minimum 100 watts of incandescent light required***

    Aug 18, 2011

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from window to fire escape or provide approved type gate ... in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story

    Oct 22, 2002 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing::::::colleen smith in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story

    Oct 22, 2002 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective concrete floor in the kitchen located at apt 2, 2nd story

    Oct 22, 2002 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the walls in the 1st room from north located at apt 2, 2nd story

    Oct 22, 2002 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the walls in the 3rd room from north located at apt 2, 2nd story

    Oct 22, 2002 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the walls and ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2, 2nd story

    Oct 22, 2002 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the 1st room from north located at apt 2, 2nd story

    Oct 22, 2002 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Refit door in the 3rd room from north located at apt 2, 2nd story

    Oct 22, 2002 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all walls and ceilings in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story

    Oct 22, 2002 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice and roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story

    Oct 22, 2002 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective wood floor 3 sty public hall.

    Aug 3, 1989

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective panel door entrance vestibule to 1 sty.

    Aug 3, 1989

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code properly secure the loose banister 1 sty pub hall.

    Aug 3, 1989

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Section 242 m/d law provide under completed permit,a proper enclosure with fireproof selfclosing doors and assemblies,at the top and the bottom of the cellar stairs, inside cellar stairway.

    Aug 3, 1989

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective plaster board ceiling thru out.

    Aug 3, 1989

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code replace with new the missing 50 watt bulb at entrance to bldg.

    Aug 3, 1989

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color 0cceiling of cellar throughout.

    Aug 3, 1989

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly secure the loose west iron rail entrance to bldg.

    Aug 3, 1989

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from window to fire escape or provide approved type gate 3 sty apt 3. located at apt 3

    Aug 3, 1989 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector inoperable 3 sty apt 3 garrett. located at apt 3

    Aug 3, 1989 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice & roaches 3 sty apt 3 thru out. located at apt 3

    Aug 3, 1989 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code properly secure the loose stair tread number 2 & 3 up from 2nd to 3rd sty pub stairway.

    Aug 3, 1989

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of excessive storage of household articles cockloft 3 sty public hall.

    Aug 3, 1989

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of open cockloft scuttle recess 3 sty public hall.

    Aug 3, 1989

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Fire egress defective. make stationary the iron ladder leading to scuttle opening in roof 3 sty public hall.

    Aug 3, 1989

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the roof thru out.

    Aug 3, 1989

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective brick chimney roof.

    Aug 3, 1989

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective plaster wall & ceiling 2 to 3 sty public hall.

    Aug 3, 1989

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-11.01, 11.03, 11.05 adm code remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the 0ccellar throughout.

    Aug 3, 1989

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective electric wall switch 3 sty apt 3 kitchen. located at apt 3

    Aug 3, 1989 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code remove all encumbrances consisting of household items 3 sty pub hall.

    Aug 3, 1989

    Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 3

  • Landmark none

    Landmk-landmark none

    Mar 5, 2025

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Landmark none

    Landmk-landmark none

    Nov 27, 2024

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Landmark none

    Landmk-landmark none

    Nov 27, 2024

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 7

  • Class - 2

    Work does not conform to approved construction documents and/or approved amendments. at the time of inspection, i observed the rear exp. 3 with 3 sliding doors instead of 2 on the 1st floor, the 2nd and 3rd flo

    Apr 29, 2025

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Unlawfully continued work while on notice of a stop work order. at of inspection, observed approx. 7 workers on site while on notice of a partial stop work order vio. 39141010x issued on 3/11/2025. job app #b08

    Apr 1, 2025

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure of permit holder to provide inspection access and/or expose ongoing construction or work on an active and permitted worksite. at the time of inspection, i heard workers in the cellar level boarding up t

    Mar 10, 2025 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Proposing enlargement on an 3 story basement + cellar residential building . site closed upon inspection noted : fence has been erected on exposure 1 , missing project information panel

    May 8, 2024 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Solid tarp wrapped around 44ft high 18ft wide supported scaffold at exposure1 contrary to the drawings b01019338 eq-002.00 showing safety netting with openings 1/2"x1/2".that creates major dislodgement hazard b

    Apr 3, 2024 · Penalty $625

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Work w/o permit.noted:atoi observed on 2&3fl demo of internal walls&ceiling.all combustible materials taken off are sitting on fl w/electrical cables loose&hanging&fire to erupt.demo work aprx80%complete no per

    Aug 5, 2022 · Penalty $625

    Resolve
  • Class - 3

    Work w/o permit noted:atoi observed wooden frame w/plywood fence [email protected] of 3sides of fence aprx18'x8'.metal entry door installed w/combinationlock.work 100%complete.no permit issued.obtain permit

    Aug 5, 2022

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Electric

    Lighting

    Sep 30, 2011 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 1, 2011 · Apt 2

    Close

Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

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

Building details

Building type
Walk-up apartment building (C0)
Year built
1899
Floors
3
Residential units
3
Building area
3,830 ft²
Lot area
1,875 ft²
Zoning
R6B
Community board
303
Council district
36
Block / lot
1758 / 71
Assessed value
$158,820
Landmark / historic district
Willoughby-Hart Historic District

HPD registration #318136, last renewed Sep 17, 2015.

Questions about 479 Willoughby Avenue

Who owns 479 Willoughby Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Jacobowitz, Joseph.

Does 479 Willoughby Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 73 housing violations at this property.

Is 479 Willoughby 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 479 Willoughby Avenue built?

City records list 1899 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 479 Willoughby 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.