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597 Myrtle Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11205BBL 3-01896-0067Map

Owner of record: Bais Chaim, A Religious Corporation

597 Myrtle Avenue is a mixed residential and retail building built in 1905 in Brooklyn, 11205. It has 3 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is Bais Chaim, A Religious Corporation. HPD has recorded 38 housing violations here, most recently on May 5, 2026. 22 of the 38 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
38
DOB violations
26
ECB violations
19
HPD complaints
26

What to know

Concern
9 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 · 38

  • 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

    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.

    Jun 10, 2025

    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
  • 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

    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 4, 2022

    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 1, 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
  • 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.

    Apr 12, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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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.

    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 18, 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 27, 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 23, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Provide hand rail at first 4 stairs from lobby at public hall stairs, 1st story

    Dec 6, 2013

    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, 3rd story

    May 4, 2008 · Apt 2

    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 1, 2nd story

    May 4, 2008 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    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 radiator from north at east wall, 1st window frame from north at east wall, 2nd window frame from north at east wall in the 1st room from north located at apt 2, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Apr 19, 2005 · Apt 2

    Open — Defect letter issued
  • C

    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 east at south wall, 1st window frame from north at east wall in the 2nd room from north located at apt 2, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Apr 19, 2005 · Apt 2

    Open — Defect letter issued
  • C

    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 east wall, ceiling, 1st door frame from west at north wall, 1st door frame from north at east wall, 1st window frame from east at south wall in the 1st room from north at west located at apt 2, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Apr 19, 2005 · Apt 2

    Open — Defect letter issued
  • C

    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 north wall, baseboard at south wall, baseboard at west wall, ceiling, 1st door frame from south at west wall in the 1st room from north at east located at apt 2, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Apr 19, 2005 · Apt 2

    Open — Defect letter issued
  • C

    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 east wall, baseboard at west wall, 1st door frame from west at north wall, 1st door frame from east at south wall, 1st window frame from north at east wall, 2nd window frame from north at east wall in the 3rd room from north located at apt 2, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Apr 19, 2005 · Apt 2

    Open — Defect letter issued
  • C

    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 east at south wall, 1st door frame from south at west wall, 1st window frame from north at east wall, 2nd window frame from north at east wall in the 1st room from north at east located at apt 2, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jan 28, 2005 · Apt 2

    Open — Defect letter issued
  • C

    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, 1st window frame from east at south wall, 2nd window frame from east at south wall, 1st window frame from north at east wall in the 3rd room from north at east located at apt 2, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jan 28, 2005 · Apt 2

    Open — Defect letter issued
  • C

    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 east at south wall, 1st window frame from north at east wall, 2nd window frame from north at east wall in the 2nd room from north at east located at apt 2, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jan 28, 2005 · Apt 2

    Open — Defect letter issued
  • C

    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 north wall, baseboard at south wall, baseboard at east wall, baseboard at west wall, 1st door frame from east at south wall, 1st door frame from south at west wall, 1st window frame from north at east wall in the 1st room from north located at apt 2, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jan 28, 2005 · Apt 2

    Open — Defect letter issued
  • B

    Remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the roof rear

    Jul 25, 1999

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

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

    Jul 25, 1999

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Arrange and make self-closing the doors public hall bulkhead at roof

    Jul 25, 1999

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective metal ceiling boiler room cellar

    Jul 25, 1999

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retarded ceiling cellar rear

    Jul 25, 1999

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective cinder block wall east and south boiler room cellar

    Jul 25, 1999

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Provide adequate lighting cellar thru out

    Jul 25, 1999

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Arrange and make self-closing the doors boiler room cellar

    Jul 25, 1999

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective window lower sash northeast room 4 sty apt 3 , section '' ''

    Feb 14, 1994 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Refit south entrance door 4 sty apt 3 , section '' ''

    Feb 14, 1994 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 26

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2024 external low pressure inspection

    Nov 14, 2025

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2023 external low pressure inspection

    Sep 23, 2024

    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
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2017 inspection report

    Nov 8, 2019

    Dob violation - active
  • 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
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  • 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
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2012 inspection report

    May 15, 2014

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2011 inspection report

    Mar 1, 2013

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2010 inspection report

    Dec 13, 2011

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 1, 2009

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 3, 2008

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 19, 2007

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 6, 2006

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 26, 2002

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    May 14, 2001

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    Work without a permit. a one story masonry north extension constructed approx 12'x 10' remedy: obtain a legal permit or restore to prior legal condition

    May 11, 2001

    Vw-violation work without permit - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 27, 2001

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 16, 1999

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    Haz

    Nov 4, 1998

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    May 4, 1998

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 19

  • Class - 2

    As per class 2(b265) 28-303.7 failure to file a complete boiler insp report as per dob records.submit a current (bo-9) report.

    Mar 20, 2017 · Penalty $2,500

    Active
  • Non-hazardous

    Work does not conform to plans. note: plan provide job # 302283124, approved date 7/2/07 do not conform to in that new structural stem staircase installed throughout w/o being indicated on plans. remedy- amend

    Aug 1, 2007

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Noted: filing a false certification w/ the nyc dob. pursuant to section 26-126.2, respondent filed a c of o for notice of viol #34506762x on1/6/2006. an insp made on 10/3/06 which resulted in the issuance of

    Oct 3, 2006 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Noted: work w/o a permit stripping interior walls & ceiling removing fire protection. remedy: stop all work0 obtain permit, prior to recommencement of work order (212) 669-8031.

    Oct 3, 2006

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain ext. blg. wall note: chimney (brick) (on taaffe plside of roof) has loose bricks with mortar missing. remedy: maintain bldg.

    Jan 6, 2006 · Penalty $2,000

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain: defect noted 1) chimney at rear of the building (taffe pl) has spalling mortar joints and loose bricks and leaning out of plumb. 2) parapet has spalling brick and mortar joints. remedy:

    Aug 29, 2005 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain. note: chimney at the rear of the building (seen from taffe pl.) has spalling mortar joints and loose bricks. it is alsoout of plumb, leaning inwards. also, the one story garage at the rear

    Apr 21, 2005

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain exterior building wall. note: the parapet wall on the east side (taffe pl.) of the building and at the northern end is out of plumb and is leaning inwards and has spalling mortar joints.

    Apr 21, 2005

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain : defect noted : (1) chimney a rear of premise & at corner of taffe pl has spalling mortar joints & loose bricks (2) onestory garage at taaffe pl side has severe stress cracks remedy : make

    Dec 9, 2004 · Penalty $2,000

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain.defects noted (1) chimney at corner of taafg pl & myrtle ave is missing bricks & has spalling mortar joints,also chimney at rear has spalling masonary joints & loose bricks (2) one story gar

    Jul 27, 2004 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
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  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain defect noted (1)chimney at corner of taaffg pl & myrtle ave is missing bricks & has spalling mortar joints also chimney at rear has spalling masonry joints & loose brick (2) one story garag

    Mar 24, 2004 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain exterior building wall. defect is: broken & cracked stone/ brownstone window lintels all floor missing cement mortar a all brickwork joints all floors & front & traffe place as well. remedy:

    Sep 30, 2003 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain exterior bldg wall defect are at various locations at south east and north side of bldg are missing mortar joints crack and bldg cornice also brick chimney at rear n/e corner of roof mortar

    Sep 23, 2003 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Altered building occupied without a valid certificate of occupancy. note: 1st floor renovate under job #301262568 not signed off & is now occupied as a school. finance occupancy code indicate "s3-residence-mu

    Sep 23, 2003 · Penalty $350

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain building. hazardous. defect is: at rear north of building fire-escape steps leading from 2nd floor to 1st floor rear extension & ladder leading from extension to grade are missing. remedy

    Sep 23, 2003 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to maintain exterior building wall.defect is cracked, loose, defective spalling brown stone lintel over south and east side second and third story windows.remedy:repair defect

    May 14, 2001 · Penalty $880

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work without a permit-1 story masonry north extension constructed approx 12'x10'.remedy:obtain a legal permit or restore to prior legal condition.

    May 11, 2001

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain exterior building wall. hazardous defect is cracked, loose defecttive spalling brown stone lintel over south and east side second and third story windows. provide adequate protection at ea

    Nov 4, 1998 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work w/o a permit. work noted: 1 story masonry north extension constructed approx 12'x10'. remedy: obtain a permit forthwith if feasible or restore the premises to prior legal condition.

    Nov 4, 1998 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve

Complaints

  • General

    Stairs

    Nov 22, 2013 · Apt 4FL

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Apr 19, 2005 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Apr 19, 2005 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Apr 19, 2005 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Apr 19, 2005 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Apr 19, 2005 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Apr 11, 2005 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Apr 11, 2005 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Janitor/super

    Mar 8, 2005 · Apt 2

    Close
  • General

    Stairs

    Mar 8, 2005 · Apt 2

    Close
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  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Mar 8, 2005 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Mar 8, 2005 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Mar 8, 2005 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Mar 8, 2005 · Apt 2

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Mar 8, 2005 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Mar 8, 2005 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Mar 8, 2005 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Mar 8, 2005 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Jan 26, 2005 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Jan 26, 2005 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jan 26, 2005 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jan 26, 2005 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 18, 2004 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 18, 2004 · Apt 1FL

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 16, 2004 · Apt 1FL

    Close
  • Heating

    Radiator

    Feb 24, 2003 · Apt 3

    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 (S3)
Year built
1905
Floors
4
Residential units
3
Building area
4,400 ft²
Lot area
1,460 ft²
Zoning
R7A
Community board
303
Council district
33
Block / lot
1896 / 67
Assessed value
$475,650
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #305549, last renewed Nov 3, 2025.

Questions about 597 Myrtle Avenue

Who owns 597 Myrtle Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Bais Chaim, A Religious Corporation.

Does 597 Myrtle Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 38 housing violations at this property.

Is 597 Myrtle 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 597 Myrtle Avenue built?

City records list 1905 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 597 Myrtle Avenue?

It has 3 residential units and 4 units in total.

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