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401 Park Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11205BBL 3-01881-0051Map

Owner of record: Bais Ruchel Taaffe INC.

401 Park Avenue is a school building built in 1930 in Brooklyn, 11205. The owner of record is Bais Ruchel Taaffe INC.. HPD has no housing violations on record for this property.

HPD violations
0
DOB violations
15
ECB violations
36
HPD complaints
5

What to know

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No open Class C

No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.

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No HPD violations

HPD has not cited this building.

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No unpaid ECB fines

No balance due on recent ECB violations.

Rent stabilization

No rent-stabilized units in 2018–2024 tax bills

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Violations

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HPD housing violations · 0

No HPD violations on record

DOB building violations · 15

  • Failure to post energy grade/score none

    Failure to display energy efficiency score and energy efficiency grade as per adcode sec. 28-309.12.3

    Dec 1, 2024

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Dec 16, 2019

    Vp-violation unserved ecb-active
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Jan 24, 2018

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Dec 13, 2017

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Failure to benchmark none

    Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4

    May 2, 2017

    Dob violation - active
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Feb 22, 2017

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Jun 29, 2016

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Dec 3, 2014

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Emergency none

    Egncy-emergency none

    Sep 12, 2014

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    Failure to comply

    Aug 26, 2014

    Dob violation - dismissed
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  • Construction other optional

    Work without a permitexpired.#320729182 issused on 6/6/13 expired on 7/28/13

    Aug 28, 2013

    Vpw*-violation unserved ecb-work without permit-dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    May 8, 2013

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Immediate emergency anythingoptional

    Imegncy-immediate emergency anythingoptional

    Feb 19, 2013

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    Work without a permit. work noted: sheet rock partitions constructed at entire 1st story and basement creating 3 rms, kitchen and 3pc bath- room constructed at basement south section.opening created in 1st sty south section created ingress and egress to and from 1st sty to base- ment. remedy: obtain permit or restore premises to prior legal condi

    Mar 24, 2000

    Vw*-violation - work w/o permit dismissed
  • Immediate emergency anythingoptional

    Work without a permit. work noted: five suspended air condition units installed at various locations. one air condition unit installed at west section center (6 air condition units installed) remedy: obtain a permit if feasible or restore the premises to prior legal condition

    Dec 1, 1999

    Vw*-violation - work w/o permit dismissed

ECB violations · 36

  • Class - 1

    Observed at exp2 excavation with new foundation/concrete form work in progress, also created an opening in structural fire rated wall with no permits or approvals issued by dob, obtain permit; obtain required p

    Aug 14, 2023 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain bldg in code-compliant manner.noted:@time of insp observed @ 1st fl & cellar level hallway missing ceiling tiles,missingfl tiles,cracks in fl & missing sheetrock @certain areas.rem:maintain

    Dec 16, 2019

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply with teh commissioners order to file a certificate of correction with the dob certify correction for violation.ecb#35294149m served date 10/28/17.court docked date 03/31/18.rem:file a certific

    Sep 27, 2018

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply with the commissioners order contained in summons/violation #35294149m issued on 10/28/18 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01.for:work without a permi

    Aug 7, 2018

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply with the commissioners order contained in summons/violation #35294149m issued on 10/28/17 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01.note:no document file fo

    Jun 25, 2018

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#35294149m issued on 10/28/17 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. no application or permit filed to correct violating condition.

    May 16, 2018

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply the comm's order contained is summons/vio#35294149m issued on 10/28/17 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. work w/o a permit. noted: permit#321362627 states minor partion

    Mar 17, 2018

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply w/comm's order contained in summ/viol#35294149m iss ued on 10/28/17 and to file a cofc pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-.1.note:no doc file for work w/o permit.rem:comply w/comm's order and/

    Jan 21, 2018

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#35237050l issued on 09/15/17 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. failure to maintain bldg walls or appurtenances. remedy: comply

    Dec 7, 2017 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain in code compliant manner observed at time of inspection at exp.#2 building #401 park ave drain system removed and building has no drain from the roof to the ground.observed pipe is broken on

    Nov 9, 2017 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
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  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#35237050l issued on 09/15/17 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. failure to maintain bldg walls or appurtenances: note at exp#2

    Oct 28, 2017 · Penalty $2,430

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Work w/o permit: note: permit#321362627 states minor partion work & facade work no plumbing. job was total bldg(stuccoes)no permited(100% ofbldg stuccoes). remedy: obtain all required permits.

    Oct 28, 2017

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure comply w/ storm water drainage of roof, paved area or yard, roof leader or downspout not connected to any drainage system, observed 5 roof drainage downspouts located @ exp#2 all disconnected or broken

    Sep 15, 2017 · Penalty $2,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain building walls or appurtenances. observed on ground floor level exposure 2 section of brick masonry above window approximately four feet by three fallen away and on ground. also observed add

    Sep 15, 2017 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply with the commissioners order contained in summons/violation#35113820y issued on 11/30/16 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01.rem:comply with commissio

    Feb 7, 2017 · Penalty $2,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Work doesn't conform to approved construction documents and/or approved amendments. observed construction work on 1st fl & cellar level @ exp. 3 under job/application # 321441579. door opening through masonsy w

    Nov 30, 2016 · Penalty $250

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Wrk w/out a permit.observed electrical wrk on 1st flr and cellar at exposure 3,cables installation for lighting on both levels.junction box on 1st flr.no active electrical permit posted or on record at dept of

    Nov 30, 2016 · Penalty $4,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to provide unobstructed exit passageway.observed in the cellarhallway a 4" fire suppression(sprinklers)pipes and valves located at alevel approximately 4'-5'ft above the flr presenting a hazard in case

    Nov 30, 2016 · Penalty $1,200

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to safeguard all persons & property affected by construction oeperations. noted: at time of inspection workers was removing plywood from roof w/o any fall protection & slipped off. the rafters & fell to

    Apr 6, 2016 · Penalty $12,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Work after hours w/o a variance permit contrary to 28-105.12.5. note: on sunday 8-23-15 at approx 9:15am observed 12 construction workers on1st fl at various locations doing electrical wiring,metal framing,shee

    Aug 23, 2015 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to safeguard all person & property affected by construction oprations. note: at front of bldg(park ave side)a large steel & plywood gate collapsed onto sidewalk. sidewalk is completed obstructed by

    Aug 1, 2015 · Penalty $2,400

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner found at the time ofinspection excessive construction/demo combustible material clogging rear yard refuge area posing severe fire hazard.rmdy:remove all debris

    May 12, 2015 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/commissioner's order to file a certificate of correction w/dob for nov #35010916r issued on 2/13/13 pursuant to 28-204.4and 1rcny 102-01.note: at time of inspection no certificate of correc

    Oct 9, 2014 · Penalty $4,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain bldg wall(s) or appurtenances.note: approx 3ft wide by 20ft in height-section of front facade free standing w/structurial cracks and leaning toward side walk in danger of collapse.brick faca

    Sep 8, 2014 · Penalty $5,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Fail to maintain bldg wall(s) or appurtenances: noted 1 story building @ facade (exp1) parapet is leaning and in danger of falling, also wall has a bulge near middle of wall w/slight cracking and separation @ e

    Feb 13, 2013 · Penalty $5,000

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by building department records noted: premises illegally converted to loft apartments at cellar, 1 and 2 floor department records state use to be a factory. remedy: discontinu

    Sep 30, 2002 · Penalty $2,500

    Active
  • Non-hazardous

    Work without a permit. work completed. noted 3 gas fired stove installed 4 gas fired heaters at 1st and 2nd floors. 3 pcs bathrooms at 1st and 2nd floor and kitche fixtures at 1st and 2nd floors. remedy: obtain

    Sep 29, 2002 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work without a permit. work noted: partition walls on 1st and 2nd floors for the purpose of bedrooms and bathrooms.

    Sep 29, 2002 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by building department records hazardous, building department records indicate structore to be a factory but has bee nconverted to loft apartments. remedy: discontinue illegal

    Sep 29, 2002

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain adequate. house keeping in that construction debris have been left on roof. noted: concrete block, cans etc. also noted at roof =: bar couch,chairs garage. remedy: maintain adequate have kee

    Sep 29, 2002 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Illegal use in a manufacturing district. factory has been converted to loft apartment in a m1-2 zone. remedy: discontinue illegal use.

    Sep 29, 2002 · Penalty $2,500

    Active
  • Non-hazardous

    Work without a permit work noted:sheetrock partitions constructed at entire 1st story & basement created 3 rooms,kitchen &3pc.bathroom at first story south section 2)2pc.bathroom constructed at basement south s

    Mar 24, 2000 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the bldg.dept.records'factory' changed & now arranged to be occupied as an apt at the 1st story south section kitchen with gas stove,3pc.bathroom,3rooms,accessory stairs to

    Mar 24, 2000 · Penalty $800

    Active
  • Non-hazardous

    Work without a permit. work noted five suspended air condition units installed at various location. 1 air condition unit installed at west section center. six air condition units installed at west section .

    Dec 1, 1999 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    8a 8b 17b 46b

    Oct 21, 1993 · Penalty $175

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Replace s.v. with 13/4 125 psi hp safety valve. repair corroded plate at front of boiler.

    Feb 8, 1989

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Jul 16, 2015 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Jul 15, 2015 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Dec 21, 2014 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    May 5, 2014 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    May 4, 2014 · Apt 4

    Close

Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

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

Building details

Building type
School building (W4)
Year built
1930
Floors
2
Residential units
—
Building area
58,870 ft²
Lot area
44,276 ft²
Zoning
M1-2
Community board
303
Council district
33
Block / lot
1881 / 51
Assessed value
$5,190,750
Landmark / historic district
No

Questions about 401 Park Avenue

Who owns 401 Park Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Bais Ruchel Taaffe INC..

Does 401 Park Avenue have violations?

NYC HPD has no housing violations on record for this property.

Is 401 Park 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 401 Park Avenue built?

City records list 1930 as the year it was built.

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