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429 Putnam Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11221BBL 3-01825-0074Map

Owner of record: Boggs, Jr., Trustee, John T

429 Putnam Avenue is a two-family home built in 1899 in Brooklyn, 11221. It has 2 residential units across 2 floors. The owner of record is Boggs, Jr., Trustee, John T. HPD has recorded 33 housing violations here, most recently on May 5, 2026. 31 of the 33 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
33
DOB violations
23
ECB violations
13
HPD complaints
26

What to know

Concern
2 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 · 33

  • 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 20, 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 10, 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 27, 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 11, 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 21, 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 24, 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 10, 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 1, 2022

    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.

    Mar 1, 2022

    Open — Info nov sent out
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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.

    Apr 12, 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.

    Apr 12, 2021

    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 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 19, 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 28, 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 14, 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.

    Oct 13, 2015

    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 24, 2015

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • C

    Remove the illegal fastening double cylinder key operated lock at entrance door to building at public hall, 1st story

    Jan 25, 2013

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the room located at b-room 3fl, 3rd story, 1st b-room from east at south

    Jan 25, 2013 · Apt 3FL

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of heat from an approved central heating system, or an approved system of gas or electrical heating in good operating condition for the dwelling unit in the room located at b-room 3fl, 3rd story, 1st b-room from east at south

    Jan 25, 2013 · Apt 3FL

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. in the room located at b-room 3, 3rd story

    Jan 25, 2013 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector ,(missing), in the room located at b-room 3, 3rd story

    Jan 25, 2013 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Properly repair the broken or defective bell-buzzer/intercom system in the room located at b-room 3, 3rd story

    Jan 25, 2013 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    File with this department a registration statement for building.

    Nov 6, 1996

    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 50 watts night inspection.

    May 6, 1988

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-12.01 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department walls & ceilings public halls all stys.

    Mar 23, 1976

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code abate the nuisance consisting of iron gate across 1 sty public hall obstructing proper egress.

    Mar 23, 1976

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Section 329, m/d law and dept. rules and regs. provide a completed certificate of inspection visits in a proper frame at or near mailboxes, bottom edge of frame between 48-62 inches above floor

    Mar 23, 1976

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair the broken or defective 1st & 2nd tread up stairs to cellar.

    Mar 2, 1976

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-13.03 adm code abate the nuisance consisting of vermin roaches at kitchen 3rd sty public hall.

    Mar 2, 1976

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-20.01 adm code provide a peep hole in entrance door of the dwelling unit so located so as to permit a person inside the dwelling to view any person outside entrance door all units all stys.

    Mar 2, 1976

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Section 65 m/d law provide under completed permit, a proper enclosure for the central heating plant, boiler cellar center.

    Mar 2, 1976

    Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 23

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2024 external low pressure inspection

    Nov 14, 2025

    Dob violation - active
  • Immediate emergency anythingoptional

    Remove the existing sidewalk shed. erect a new heavy duty sidewalk shed at exp-1 with the same dimensions (approx 20 linear feet) with 5 foot extension on the left and right side to safeguard the public from falling debris

    Aug 14, 2025

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Immediate emergency anythingoptional

    Repair damaged sections and replace missing parapet panels of the side walk shed to bring the shed into code compliant manner to safeguard the public and property

    Aug 8, 2025

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2023 external low pressure inspection

    Sep 23, 2024

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    Sidewalk shed rendered non-compliant noted: at time of inspection fdny responded to a call of loose panels on deck. panels were removed and secured. no injuries reported noted. expired permit

    Dec 23, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2020 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 30, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2021 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 30, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2018 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 20, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2019 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 20, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2022 external low pressure inspection

    Apr 25, 2023

    Dob violation - active
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  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2017 inspection report

    Nov 8, 2019

    Dob violation - active
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Aug 9, 2018

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    Ftm 3 stry+c,masonry walls+wood flrs.attach bldg.fw cornice detach from bldg&at risk of fall.fw in disrepair.browstone has spalled&pieces miss in many locs.chimney deteriorating&bricks miss.rotting&displaced window frames found thruout.remedy:own engage lic pe&cont'r eval&rpr bldg und perm.file perm no later 6/1/18.start wrk no later 6/15/18

    May 10, 2018

    Dob violation - active
  • Immediate emergency anythingoptional

    Install approximately 30 linear feet of shed along the front(exposure 1)of 429 putnam avenue.shed shall extend approximately 5 feet to protect the main entrance of the adjacent 431 putnam avenue building

    May 9, 2018

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2016 inspection report

    Apr 6, 2018

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2015 inspection report

    Feb 24, 2017

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2014 inspection report

    Oct 1, 2015

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2013 inspection report

    Mar 3, 2015

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 10, 1997

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Aug 29, 1995

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jun 1, 1994

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Aug 16, 1993

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jun 1, 1993

    Dob violation - active

ECB violations · 13

  • Class - 2

    Pedestrian protection doe not meet code specification sidewalk shed deteriorated with fallen pieces from the decking and parapet wood panelsthroughout. remedy: comply to code specifications.

    Aug 7, 2025 · Penalty $10,000

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Temp construction equip installation on site expired permit shed b00044445-l1-sh on 5/23/2019. remedy: renew permit.

    Aug 7, 2025 · Penalty $6,250

    Active
  • Class - 2

    3307.6.5.3 responsibility for maintenance and use. observed: sidewalk shed installed at exposure# 1 not maintained. missing parapet section on place, some pieces are at sidewalk and front yard missing cover bol

    Jun 27, 2024 · Penalty $2,400

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Responding a complaint observed: sidewalk shed place installed at expo# 1. upon review department record it appear sidewalk shed permit expired on 05/23/2019, creating an unsafe condition for pedestrians and ad

    Jun 27, 2024 · Penalty $1,250

    Active
  • Class - 2

    At the time of my inspection of a 2 story building, i observed sidewalk shed in place at exposure #1 with the following objection missing parapet panel, missing bolt covers and rotten and missing mudsill. failu

    Apr 26, 2024 · Penalty $10,000

    Active
  • Class - 2

    At the time of my inspection of a 2 story building, i observed sidewalk shed in place at exposure #1, upon review of the department records it reveal that sidewalk shed permit has been expired from 05-23-2019.

    Apr 26, 2024 · Penalty $6,250

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Responding a complaint observed: sidewalk shed installed at exposure # 1 missing parapet panels at exposure# 2-4, as per bc 3307,6,4,6 creating an unsafe condition for public and occupied neighboring properties

    Jan 19, 2024 · Penalty $10,000

    Active
  • Class - 2

    @2story building with no building construction permit in departments records observe pedestrian protection sidewalk shed in place to be unsafe with parapets dislodged, fallen,and leaning exposing public,neighbo

    Dec 18, 2023 · Penalty $10,000

    Active
  • Class - 2

    @2story building with no building construction permit in departments records observe sidewalk shed in place job#b00044445 last issued permit expired since 05/23/2019.for sidewalk shed

    Dec 18, 2023 · Penalty $6,250

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Project information panel/sidewalk shed parapet panel/construction sign not provided or not in compliance with section.observed sidewalk shed erected by exposure#1 under job application#b00044445 missing projec

    Apr 11, 2022 · Penalty $6,250

    Active
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  • Class - 2

    Failure to obtain a permit prior to installation/use of temporary construction equipment.at the time of inspection,observed sidewalk shed erected at exposure#1 of property.dob now permit#b00044445-i1-sh expired

    Apr 11, 2022 · Penalty $6,250

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain building wall(s) or appurtenances. noted: at exp #1, building front cornice in a state of disrepair. observed cornice in danger of falling. condition is safeguarded by a sidewalk shed at bui

    Jun 27, 2018 · Penalty $6,250

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain bldg walls or appurtenance. at time of inspection front of premises exp#1 top decorative(egress/cornice in a state of disrepair & detached from the main bldg-stucco/brownstone decorative sid

    May 8, 2018 · Penalty $12,500

    Active

Complaints

  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 6, 2013 · Apt 4FL

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 5, 2013 · Apt 4FL

    Close
  • Electric

    Bell-buzzer/intercom

    Jan 28, 2013 · Apt TOP

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Jan 28, 2013 · Apt TOP

    Close
  • General

    Ceramic-tile

    Jan 28, 2013 · Apt TOP

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Jan 28, 2013 · Apt TOP

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Smoke detector

    Jan 28, 2013 · Apt TOP

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Carbon monoxide

    Jan 28, 2013 · Apt TOP

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Jan 28, 2013 · Apt TOP

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Jan 22, 2013 · Apt 3

    Close
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  • Nonconst

    Smoke detector

    Jan 22, 2013 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Carbon monoxide

    Jan 22, 2013 · Apt 3

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Jan 22, 2013 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Electric

    Bell-buzzer/intercom

    Jan 22, 2013 · Apt 3

    Close
  • General

    Ceramic-tile

    Jan 22, 2013 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Rubbish

    Jan 22, 2013 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 22, 2013 · Apt 3FL

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Smoke detector

    Jan 15, 2013 · Apt PVT

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Carbon monoxide

    Jan 15, 2013 · Apt PVT

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat-plant

    Jan 15, 2013 · Apt PVT

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Jan 15, 2013 · Apt PVT

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Jan 15, 2013 · Apt PVT

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Jan 15, 2013 · Apt PVT

    Close
  • Electric

    Bell-buzzer/intercom

    Jan 15, 2013 · Apt PVT

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 15, 2013 · Apt PVT

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Janitor/super

    Dec 24, 2007 · Apt 3

    Close

Sales history

DatePriceTypeUnits
Jun 29, 2026$400,000Two family dwellings2

Building details

Building type
Two-family home (B3)
Year built
1899
Floors
2
Residential units
2
Building area
2,765 ft²
Lot area
1,558 ft²
Zoning
R6A
Community board
303
Council district
36
Block / lot
1825 / 74
Assessed value
$101,340
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #363270, last renewed Dec 13, 2012.

Questions about 429 Putnam Avenue

Who owns 429 Putnam Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Boggs, Jr., Trustee, John T.

Does 429 Putnam Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 33 housing violations at this property.

Is 429 Putnam 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 429 Putnam Avenue built?

City records list 1899 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 429 Putnam 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.