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285 Nostrand Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11216BBL 3-01794-0004Map

Owner of record: Gittens Yvonne J

285 Nostrand Avenue is a mixed residential and retail building built in 1910 in Brooklyn, 11216. It has 5 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is Gittens Yvonne J. HPD has recorded 64 housing violations here, most recently on May 5, 2026. 13 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
64
DOB violations
0
ECB violations
2
HPD complaints
93

What to know

Concern
5 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation May 5, 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 · 64

  • 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 5, 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 19, 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.

    Nov 27, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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 11, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of heat for the apartment in the 3rd room from east at south located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jan 8, 2024 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system locked door at boiler room

    Jan 8, 2024

    Open — Not complied with
  • 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 20, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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 24, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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 9, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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 1, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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  • 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 1, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of bicycle at public hall, 2nd story

    Jan 16, 2022

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Fire egress defective. make stationary the iron ladder leading to scuttle opening in roof .. at public hall, 4th story

    Jan 16, 2022

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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 12, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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 19, 2018

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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, 2017

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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 14, 2016

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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 13, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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 24, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Dec 1, 2012 · Apt 2

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the nuisance consisting of mold ... at ceiling 8 sq.ft, east wall 4 sq.ft. west wall 4 sq.ft. south wall 2 sq.ft. and north wall 2 sq.ft. in the bathroom located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Dec 1, 2012 · Apt 2

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective mechanical ventilation in the bathroom located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Dec 1, 2012 · Apt 2

    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 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Dec 1, 2012 · Apt 2

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Feb 18, 2012 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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, 1st apartment from west at north

    Feb 18, 2012 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Device present on central heating system which is capable of causing an otherwise operable system to become inoperable consisting of illegal temperature settings at day program at digital thermostat at cellar

    Jan 30, 2008

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 2fl, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jan 30, 2008 · Apt 2FL

    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 2fl, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jan 30, 2008 · Apt 2FL

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of evidence of wetness at ceiling in the entire apartment located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 27, 2005 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective wall outlets in the entire apartment located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 27, 2005 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice in the entire apartment located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 27, 2005 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of exposed electric wiring at ceiling in the private hallway located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 27, 2005 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic walls tiles in the bathroom located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 27, 2005 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice in the entire apartment located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 27, 2005 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of exposed electric wiring at ceiling in the private hallway located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 27, 2005 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tile at walls in the bathroom located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 27, 2005 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice in the entire apartment located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 27, 2005 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective electrical outlet in the 1st room from east at north located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 20, 2005 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice at entire apartment, 1st story, apartment

    Sep 20, 2005 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures .. in the kitchen located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 20, 2005 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of expose electrical wires on ceiling at foyer , 1st story, apartment

    Sep 20, 2005 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Replace with new the missing ceramic tiles on south wall at bathroom. , 1st story, apartment

    Sep 20, 2005 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets bathtub at bathroom. , 1st story, apartment

    Sep 20, 2005 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    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 in the 1st room from east at north located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 20, 2005 · Apt 1A

    Open — Defect letter issued
  • C

    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 riser from north at east wall in the kitchen located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 20, 2005 · Apt 1A

    Open — Defect letter issued
  • C

    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 in the bathroom located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 20, 2005 · Apt 1A

    Open — Defect letter issued
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department , 1st window frame from south at west wall, 1st riser from south at west wall, 1st closet from north at east wall door frame, east wall, south wall, baseboard at east wall, 1st door frame from west at north wall in the 3rd room from east at south located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    May 31, 2005 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department , 1st window frame from north at east wall in the 1st room from east at north located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Oct 1, 2004 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 0

No DOB violations on record

ECB violations · 2

  • Non-hazardous

    50a,b,18b. fulton v.t. boiler, 10hp, nb40954, oill, 1982. 50a. boiler sealed from service on previous ecb violation #32050162r (open) (call)dob to officially unseal boiler. 50b. single drain valve installed on

    Mar 8, 2008

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Altered building occupied without a valid certificate of occupancy.altereation number:300165005.remedy;obtain a valid certificate of occupancy forthwith or discontinue illegal occupancy.

    Mar 22, 2000 · Penalty $2,500

    Active

Complaints

  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 24, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 16, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 6, 2024 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 16, 2022 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 15, 2022 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 11, 2022 · Apt 4

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Nov 21, 2012 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Carbon monoxide

    Nov 21, 2012 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Smoke detector

    Nov 21, 2012 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Oct 16, 2009 · Apt 1

    Close
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  • Nonconst

    Janitor/super

    Oct 16, 2009 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 16, 2009 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Oct 16, 2009 · Apt 1

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Oct 16, 2009 · Apt 1

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Oct 16, 2009 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 26, 2008 · Apt 2FL

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Jan 21, 2008 · Apt 2FL

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 21, 2008 · Apt 2FL

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Jan 17, 2008 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 17, 2008 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 17, 2008 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 16, 2008 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 15, 2008 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 13, 2008 · Apt 2

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Dec 2, 2007 · Apt 2FL

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 18, 2007 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 10, 2007 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 4, 2007 · Apt 2FL

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Nov 1, 2005 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Nov 1, 2005 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • General

    Doors

    Sep 1, 2005 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Sep 1, 2005 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Sep 1, 2005 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Sep 1, 2005 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Aug 23, 2005 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • General

    Locks

    Aug 23, 2005 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • General

    Doors

    Aug 23, 2005 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • General

    Cooking gas

    Aug 23, 2005 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Jun 16, 2005 · Apt 3

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Jun 16, 2005 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jun 16, 2005 · Apt 3

    Close
  • General

    Locks

    Jun 16, 2005 · Apt 3

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    May 27, 2005 · Apt 3

    Close
  • General

    Doors

    May 27, 2005 · Apt 3

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    May 27, 2005 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Mar 9, 2005 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Mar 9, 2005 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Mar 9, 2005 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Mar 9, 2005 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Mar 9, 2005 · Apt 1A

    Close

Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

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

Building details

Building type
Mixed residential and retail building (S5)
Year built
1910
Floors
4
Residential units
5
Building area
4,400 ft²
Lot area
1,560 ft²
Zoning
R6A
Community board
303
Council district
36
Block / lot
1794 / 4
Assessed value
$475,650
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #346743, last renewed Mar 17, 2025.

Questions about 285 Nostrand Avenue

Who owns 285 Nostrand Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Gittens Yvonne J.

Does 285 Nostrand Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 64 housing violations at this property.

Is 285 Nostrand 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 285 Nostrand Avenue built?

City records list 1910 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 285 Nostrand Avenue?

It has 5 residential units and 6 units in total.

Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.