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34 Putnam Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11238BBL 3-01992-0018Map

Owner of record: NYC Housing Preservation And Development

34 Putnam Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1930 in Brooklyn, 11238. It has 32 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is NYC Housing Preservation And Development. HPD has recorded 202 housing violations here, most recently on April 11, 2024. 25 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
202
DOB violations
19
ECB violations
1
HPD complaints
0

What to know

Concern
11 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation Apr 11, 2024

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 · 202

  • 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
  • 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 29, 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
  • 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 8, 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 8, 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 16, 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 16, 2021

    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
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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.

    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.

    Oct 31, 2019

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective spring balance at upper sash window at south wall in the 4th room from north located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jan 14, 2019 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color all walls in the private hallway located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jan 14, 2019 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective vinyl tiles at floor in the private hallway located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jan 14, 2019 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective vinyl tiles at floor in the kitchen located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jan 14, 2019 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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.

    Dec 6, 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 28, 2017

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, apartment at west

    Sep 20, 2017 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective vinyl floor tiles in the private hallway located at apt 2r, 2nd story, apartment at west

    Sep 20, 2017 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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, 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.

    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.

    Mar 2, 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 24, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color east wall near entrance door in the private hallway located at apt 3-r, 3rd story, apartment at west

    Oct 21, 2003 · Apt 3-R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Arrange and make self-closing the doors in the entrance located at apt 3-r, 3rd story, apartment at west

    Oct 21, 2003 · Apt 3-R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Properly secure the loose entrance door to jamb in the 1st room from east at south located at apt 3-r, 3rd story, apartment at west

    Oct 21, 2003 · Apt 3-R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective connection waste line sink in the kitchen located at apt 3-r, 3rd story, apartment at west

    Oct 21, 2003 · Apt 3-R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the kitchen located at apt 3-r, 3rd story, apartment at west

    Oct 21, 2003 · Apt 3-R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    File with this department a telephone number at which the owner or a responsible person can be reached at all hours in the event of an emergency.

    Apr 8, 1992

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    File with this department a telephone number at which the owner or a responsible person can be reached at all hours in the event of an emergency.

    Apr 6, 1992

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Remove or cover in a manner approved by the department the peeling lead paint bathroom north wall 2 sty west apt 2r hayes 638 1838 0692546 er1. , section '' ''

    Mar 9, 1992 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective 2 sty west apt 2r hayes. , section '' ''

    Mar 9, 1992 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Remove or cover in a manner approved by the department the peeling lead paint north room east wall 2 sty west apt 2r hayes 638 1838 0692546 er1. , section '' ''

    Mar 9, 1992 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Remove or cover in a manner approved by the department the peeling lead paint north room ceiling 2 sty west apt 2r hayes 638 1838 0692546 er1. , section '' ''

    Mar 9, 1992 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from window to fire escape or provide approved type gate 2 sty west apt 2r. , section '' ''

    Mar 9, 1992 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Remove or cover in a manner approved by the department the peeling lead paint kitchen north wall 2 sty west apt 2r hayes 638 1838 0692546 er1. , section '' ''

    Mar 9, 1992 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Remove or cover in a manner approved by the department the peeling lead paint center room north wall 2 sty west apt 2r hayes 638 1838 0692546 er1. , section '' ''

    Mar 9, 1992 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Remove or cover in a manner approved by the department the peeling lead paint center room east wall 2 sty west apt 2r hayes 638 1838 0692546 er1. , section '' ''

    Mar 9, 1992 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Remove or cover in a manner approved by the department the peeling lead paint south room steam riser 2 sty west apt 2r hayes 638 1838 0692546 er1. , section '' ''

    Mar 9, 1992 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Remove or cover in a manner approved by the department the peeling lead paint south room west wall 2 sty west apt 2r hayes 638 1838 0692546 er1. , section '' ''

    Mar 9, 1992 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Remove the illegal fastening double cylinder key operated lock installed entrance door to 2 sty northwest apt 2r , section '' ''

    Mar 3, 1992 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from window to fire escape or provide approved type gate 2 sty northwest apt 2r , section '' ''

    Mar 3, 1992 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Remove the illegal fastening double cylinder key operated lock installed entrance door to 2 sty northwest apt 2r , section '' ''

    Mar 3, 1992 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations missing 2 sty northwest apt 2r , section '' ''

    Mar 3, 1992 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from window to fire escape or provide approved type gate 2 sty northwest apt 2r , section '' ''

    Mar 3, 1992 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations missing 2 sty northwest apt 2r , section '' ''

    Mar 3, 1992 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Remove or cover in a manner approved by the department the peeling lead paint ceiling & west wall front room 2 sty east apt 2l cauthen no phone er1 2751342. , section '' ''

    Oct 1, 1991 · Apt 2L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice & roaches 2 sty east apt 2l. , section '' ''

    Oct 1, 1991 · Apt 2L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective 2 sty east apt 2l cauthen. , section '' ''

    Oct 1, 1991 · Apt 2L

    Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 19

  • Unsafe buildings none

    Ub-unsafe buildings none

    Apr 14, 2026

    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 2014 inspection report

    Oct 1, 2015

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2013 inspection report

    Mar 3, 2015

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 6, 2006

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 13, 2004

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 19, 2003

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 26, 2002

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 26, 2002

    Dob violation - dismissed
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  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 27, 2001

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 27, 2001

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 7, 2000

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 16, 1999

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    May 4, 1998

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Aug 29, 1995

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Unsafe buildings none

    Ub-unsafe buildings none

    Apr 4, 1995

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Plumbing none

    P-plumbing none

    Jun 15, 1990

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Plumbing none

    P-plumbing none

    Jun 13, 1990

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 1

  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to maintain exterior bldg wall.defect is:1-vertical cracks on facade various location (approx.4"x3').2-one window bt glass broken in3rd&4floor + respectively.remedy:repair defects.

    Apr 3, 1995 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve

Complaints

No HPD complaints in our records

Complaint data is still being backfilled from NYC Open Data.

Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

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

Building details

Building type
Walk-up apartment building (C1)
Year built
1930
Floors
4
Residential units
32
Building area
13,201 ft²
Lot area
3,800 ft²
Zoning
R7A
Community board
302
Council district
35
Block / lot
1992 / 18
Assessed value
$1,116,450
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #329856, last renewed Aug 13, 2025.

Questions about 34 Putnam Avenue

Who owns 34 Putnam Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is NYC Housing Preservation And Development.

Does 34 Putnam Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 202 housing violations at this property.

Is 34 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 34 Putnam Avenue built?

City records list 1930 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 34 Putnam Avenue?

It has 32 residential units.

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