497 Dekalb Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11205BBL 3-01927-0004Map
Owner of record: 497 Dekalb Ave Realestate Corp
497 Dekalb Avenue is a mixed residential and retail building built in 1955 in Brooklyn, 11205. It has 2 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is 497 Dekalb Ave Realestate Corp. HPD has recorded 5 housing violations here, most recently on September 15, 2015. 5 of the 5 most recent violations are still open.
- HPD violations
- 5
- DOB violations
- 11
- ECB violations
- 34
- HPD complaints
- 4
What to know
Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.
Date of the most recent HPD inspection that found a problem.
No balance due on recent ECB violations.
Rent stabilization
No rent-stabilized units in 2018–2024 tax bills
Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 5
- ANon-hazardous
Provide sufficient,proper and separate metal receptacles for the deposit of garbage, rubbish and other waste material and arrange for collection and disposal of such material.
Sep 15, 2015
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceiling,walls,wood work throughout in the entire apartment located at apt 2fl, 2nd story
May 2, 2001 · Apt 2FL
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Replace with new the missing ceiling at closet in the foyer located at apt 2fl, 2nd story
May 2, 2001 · Apt 2FL
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor at kitchen, 2nd story, apartment
May 2, 2001 · Apt 2 FL
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of concealed water leak at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 2fl, 2nd story
May 2, 2001 · Apt 2FL
Open — Nov sent out
DOB building violations · 11
- Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Oct 4, 2023
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Nov 13, 2019
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Nov 13, 2019
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
Stop all work immediately and make site safe contact borough commissio ner's office at 718 802-3677 submit information
May 24, 2019
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
May 2, 2018
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
May 2, 2018
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
May 2, 2018
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
May 2, 2018
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Oct 4, 2017
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Dec 4, 2013
Dob violation - dismissed
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- Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Nov 2, 2011
Dob violation - dismissed
ECB violations · 34
- Class - 1
At time of inspection observed at cellar level unsafe store propane tank., maintain storage in compliance with fire code
Sep 26, 2026 · Penalty $2,500
Active - Class - 1
Unlawfully continued work while on a notice of a full stop work order. ref to dob records issued on 05/24/2019 upon inspection observed ongoing construction activities, electrical work, new bx wires, installing
Jul 19, 2022 · Penalty $5,000
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#35245001p issued on 07-07-17 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. b102 failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner-cellar
Dec 9, 2019 · Penalty $3,125
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply with commissioner's order contained in summons/violation#35245001p issued onn 7/7/17and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01.remedy:comply with commissione
Oct 24, 2019 · Penalty $3,125
Resolve - Class - 1
Occupancy contrary to that allowed the certificate of occupancy or building department records.at time of inspection responding to a compliant from the 79th precint;the 3rd floor of the aforementioned place of
Aug 20, 2019 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Class - 1
Work without permit.at time of inspection 3rd floor of the aforementioned place of occurrence has been observed to be converted to a barber shop/hair saloon by police officers cooley#24949 and ardolino#19087 to
Aug 20, 2019 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#35245001p issued on 07-07-17 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. remedy: comply w/comm's order &/or file a c of c.
Aug 13, 2019 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply with the commissioners order contained in summons/violation #35245001p issued on 07-07-17 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01.comply with commissioner
May 22, 2019 · Penalty $3,125
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply with the commissioner's order contained in summons/violation #35245001p issued on 07/07/17 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01.note:no doc file for
Nov 30, 2018 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#35245001p issued on 07-07-17 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. failure to maintain bldg in a code compliant manner. note at ce
Sep 5, 2018 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve
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- Class - 2
Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#35245001p issued on 07-07-17 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. for: no 2nd means of egress at ground level eating & drinking
Jul 18, 2018 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#35245001p issued on 07-07-17 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. remedy: comply w/comm's order &/or file a c of c.
Jun 13, 2018 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply with the commissioners order contained in summons/violation#35336722z issued on 07/07/17 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01.for no secondary means of
Apr 21, 2018 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply wilth the commissioner's order contained in summons/violation #35245001p issued on 7/7/17 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01.for cellar level being use
Mar 1, 2018 · Penalty $2,000
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to have new or alteted plumbing system tested. i observed in cellar/basement of commercial space gas piping installed for stove & 2 fryers w/fittings & valves & no proper testing was performed on piping
Feb 2, 2018 · Penalty $500
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to secure support raceways cable assemblies boxes cabinets fittings. splice boxes in panel closet not supported & armored cables. rem: secure support per ee.
Feb 2, 2018 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Class - 2
Sec: ec 110.14a. double lugging in electrical panel more than (1) wire under circuit breaker in closet panel on the ground flr. rem: comply w/ ec code. obtain permit.
Feb 2, 2018 · Penalty $1,200
Resolve - Class - 2
Unapproved,unsafe,unsuitable electrical electrical equipment devices apparatus,appliances,materials or wiring in use. armored cables not terminated, flexible cord used as permanent wiring, outlet covers missing
Feb 2, 2018 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Class - 1
Work w/o a permit. i observed gas piping in basement/cellar of commercial space for stove & fryers w/fittings & valves. no permits on file. remedy: obtain permit.
Feb 2, 2018 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Class - 1
Gas being supplied to bldg w/o inspecitons & certifications given by dob. i observed in cellar/basement gas piping installed for stove & 2 fryers & main gas at meter was in the on position supplying gas to bldg
Feb 2, 2018 · Penalty $500
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner. i observed in cellar/basement 2 gas fryers installed w/1 gas fryer connected w/a residential gas flex hose instead of having a commercial grade hose installed
Feb 2, 2018 · Penalty $500
Resolve - Class - 2
Electrical work w/out a permit. observed @ 3:45pm (1)newly installed exit light above entrance. no application on file for electrical work. rem: obtain permit.
Feb 2, 2018 · Penalty $200
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#35245001p issued on 07/07/17 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner. noted cellar
Jan 22, 2018 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply with the commissioners order contained in summons/violation#35245001p issued on 07/07/17 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01.for no second means of eg
Nov 22, 2017 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply w/ the commissioner's order contained in summons/violation# 35245001p issued on 7/7/17 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. for: failure to maintain bldg @ cellar & ground l
Oct 16, 2017 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Class - 1
Work w/o a permit. noted: commercial grade kitchen erected at cellar level & being used in conjunction w/the ground level eating & drinking establishment. full kitchen consists of deep fryer.grill & gas stove.
Jul 7, 2017
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain bldg in a code compliant manner. noted: cellar level being used in conjunction w/ground level eating & drinking establishment for food preparation area w/o required secondary means of egress
Jul 7, 2017 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to comply w/the commissioner's order contained in nov #35025363h issued on 9.7.13. (work w/o permit illegal kitchen/plumbing & gas lines installed at cellar for restaurant) remedy: comply w/the comm's
Nov 29, 2013
Resolve - Class - 1
Work w/o a permit. noted: commercial kitchen erected at cellar level &being used in conjunction w/ground level eating & drinking. full kitchen consisting of deep fryer,grill& gas stove w/no approvals or permits
Sep 7, 2013
Resolve - Class - 2
Missing fire proofing at cellar ceiling exposed floor joist also boiler room has holes around wall ceiling rem: provide fire proofing
Jul 23, 2011 · Penalty $500
Resolve - Class - 2
Work w/o permit at cellar installed 2 2pc btrm water & waste lines rem: obtain permit
Jul 23, 2011 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Class - 1
Occupancy contrary to bldg dept records (appl #302092768) illegal occupancy cellar level noted multiple sofas,lounge set up w/no 2 means of egress,also dj booth in place no record of entertainment.
Jul 23, 2011 · Penalty $2,400
Resolve - Class - 1
Occupancy contrary to bldg dept records. ground fl use group 6 bar nowoperating as a cabaret w/dance fl at rear approx 12 persons dancing. no sprinklers or fire alarm. remedy: discontinue illegal use.
Oct 12, 2008 · Penalty $2,400
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Work without a permit: work noted: a 1st floor extension 10'x15'x9' concrete block adn renovation and demolition of 2nd and 3rd floor's and stairway walk. remedy: stop al work obtain a permit.
Dec 9, 2002 · Penalty $500
Resolve
Complaints
- Unsanitary condition
Mold
Apr 22, 2025 · Apt 1
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Apr 22, 2025 · Apt 1
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Sep 10, 2015 · Apt 2
Close - Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
Sep 10, 2015 · Apt 2
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Mixed residential and retail building (S2)
- Year built
- 1955
- Floors
- 3
- Residential units
- 2
- Building area
- 3,300 ft²
- Lot area
- 1,600 ft²
- Zoning
- R7A
- Community board
- 303
- Council district
- 33
- Block / lot
- 1927 / 4
- Assessed value
- $118,200
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #825961, last renewed Aug 4, 2025.
Questions about 497 Dekalb Avenue
Who owns 497 Dekalb Avenue?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 497 Dekalb Ave Realestate Corp.
Does 497 Dekalb Avenue have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 5 housing violations at this property.
Is 497 Dekalb 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 497 Dekalb Avenue built?
City records list 1955 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 497 Dekalb Avenue?
It has 2 residential units and 3 units in total.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.