254 Skillman Street
Brooklyn, NY 11205BBL 3-01941-0028Map
Owner of record: Steinmetz, Nathan
254 Skillman Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1901 in Brooklyn, 11205. It has 3 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is Steinmetz, Nathan. HPD has recorded 33 housing violations here, most recently on April 11, 2024. 24 of the 33 most recent violations are still open.
- HPD violations
- 33
- DOB violations
- 1
- ECB violations
- 1
- HPD complaints
- 44
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 · 33
- ANon-hazardous
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 - ANon-hazardous
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 2, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
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 13, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed - IInformation / order
Apts have been vacated by this department and cannot be reoccupied until so ordered after proof of compliance for apts 3(3rd sty south 1 ) vacate # 157476
Nov 23, 2020
Open — Info nov sent out - IInformation / order
Apts have been vacated by this department and cannot be reoccupied until so ordered after proof of compliance for apts 2(2nd story south 1) vacate # 157476
Nov 23, 2020
Open — Info nov sent out - IInformation / order
Apts have been vacated by this department and cannot be reoccupied until so ordered after proof of compliance for apts 1 (1st story, west 1) vacate # 157476
Nov 23, 2020
Open — Info nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire rated material at ceiling at public hall, 3rd story
Nov 12, 2020
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood decking and asphalt materail at roof
Nov 12, 2020
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling at public hall, 3rd story
Nov 12, 2020
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire rated material at ceiling at public hall stairs, 2nd story
Nov 12, 2020
Open — Nov sent out
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- ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceilng at public hall stairs, 2nd story
Nov 12, 2020
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of fire damage in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Nov 12, 2020 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of fire damage in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Nov 12, 2020 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Provide a safe and adequate supply of electric service to the fixtures at ceiling fixtures, outlets and light switches in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Nov 12, 2020 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures at range in the kitchen located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Nov 12, 2020 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - IInformation / order
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 - BHazardous
Remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the building front
Nov 3, 2017
Closed — Violation dismissed - IInformation / order
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 15, 2016
Closed — Violation dismissed - IInformation / order
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 14, 2015
Closed — Violation dismissed - IInformation / order
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 - BHazardous
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 100 watts required
Aug 8, 2003
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Repair the broken or defective connection broken hot water supply pipe kitchen sink faucet basement sty apt 1. , section '' ''
May 21, 1993 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice & roaches thru out basement sty apt 1. , section '' ''
May 21, 1993 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color north wall private hall west & south walls center room basement sty apt 1. , section '' ''
May 21, 1993 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of evidence concealed water leak ceiling kitchen basement sty apt 1. , section '' ''
May 21, 1993 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
§ 178, 217 m/d law provide skylight ventilation of at least 40 sq.in. or fixed or movable louvres, or movable sash roof over 2 sty public hall.
Jan 24, 1990
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
§ 65 m/d law provide under completed permit, a proper enclosure for the central heating plant, cellar center.
Jan 24, 1990
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code egress obstructed. provide proper means of egress by removing partitions forming closet enclosing scuttle ladder to roof 3 sty pub hall.
Jan 24, 1990
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
D26-20.08,20.09 adm code file certification of satisfactory installation of smoke detecting device in accordance with h.p.d. rules and regulations.
Jan 24, 1990
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Post notice, in form approved by the department, stating the name and location of the person designated by the owner to have key to buildings heating system 1 sty public hall & on boiler room door.
Jan 24, 1990
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the rear yard.
Jan 24, 1990
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective paving cellar thru out.
Jan 24, 1990
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly secure the loose balustrade all stys public hall.
Jan 24, 1990
Open — Nov sent out
DOB building violations · 1
- Construction other optional
Due to fire
Nov 6, 2020
Dob violation - active
ECB violations · 1
- Class - 2
Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner.noted:section of dinning room ceiling sheetrock missing/collapse in such reducing ceiling (joist)fire protection for 2nd fl apt. rem:maintain bldg as per code
Mar 24, 2014 · Penalty $2,500
Active
Complaints
- Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 5, 2017 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 2, 2017 · Apt 2
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Jun 17, 2017 · Apt 2
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jun 17, 2017 · Apt 2
Close - Safety
Smoke detector
Jun 17, 2017 · Apt 2
Close - Safety
Carbon monoxide detector
Jun 17, 2017 · Apt 2
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Jun 17, 2017 · Apt 2
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Jun 17, 2017 · Apt 2
Close - General
Ventilation system
Jun 17, 2017 · Apt 2
Close - Safety
Sprinkler
Jun 17, 2017 · Apt 2
Close
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- Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jul 29, 2014 · Apt 2
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Jul 29, 2014 · Apt 2
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jul 29, 2014 · Apt 2
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Jul 14, 2014 · Apt 2
Close - Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
Jul 14, 2014 · Apt 2
Close - Safety
Window guard broken/missing
Jul 14, 2014 · Apt 2
Close - Water leak
Heavy flow
Jul 14, 2014 · Apt 2
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jul 14, 2014 · Apt 2
Close - Door/window
Window pane
Mar 24, 2014 · Apt 1
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Mar 24, 2014 · Apt 1
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Mar 23, 2014 · Apt 2
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Mar 23, 2014 · Apt 2
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Mar 23, 2014 · Apt 2
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Mar 23, 2014 · Apt 2
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Mar 22, 2014 · Apt 3
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Aug 25, 2009 · Apt 3
Close - General
Windows
Aug 25, 2009 · Apt 3
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Jul 8, 2007 · Apt 2
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jul 8, 2007 · Apt 2
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Mar 7, 2007 · Apt 1
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Mar 7, 2007 · Apt 1
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Mar 7, 2007 · Apt 1
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Mar 7, 2007 · Apt 1
Close - Electric
Electric-supply
Oct 30, 2006 · Apt 2
Close - Heating
Heat-plant
Oct 30, 2006 · Apt 2
Close - Heating
Heat related
Oct 30, 2006 · Apt 2
Close - Heating
Heat-plant
Oct 27, 2006 · Apt 2
Close - Heating
Heat related
Oct 27, 2006 · Apt 2
Close - Heating
Heat related
Oct 27, 2006 · Apt 2
Close - Heating
Heat related
Oct 27, 2006 · Apt 1
Close - Heating
Heat related
Oct 27, 2006 · Apt 1
Close - Heating
Heat related
Feb 21, 2006 · Apt TOP
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 14, 2005 · Apt 3FL
Close - Heating
Heat related
Nov 25, 2005 · Apt 3FL
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C0)
- Year built
- 1901
- Floors
- 3
- Residential units
- 3
- Building area
- 2,000 ft²
- Lot area
- 2,040 ft²
- Zoning
- R7A
- Community board
- 303
- Council district
- 36
- Block / lot
- 1941 / 28
- Assessed value
- $118,620
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #369970, last renewed Jul 22, 2025.
Questions about 254 Skillman Street
Who owns 254 Skillman Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Steinmetz, Nathan.
Does 254 Skillman Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 33 housing violations at this property.
Is 254 Skillman Street 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 254 Skillman Street built?
City records list 1901 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 254 Skillman Street?
It has 3 residential units.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.