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215 Cumberland Street

Brooklyn, NY 11205BBL 3-02102-0028Map

Owner of record: Nathan Brauer

215 Cumberland Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1867 in Brooklyn, 11205. It has 10 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is Nathan Brauer. HPD has recorded 131 housing violations here, most recently on October 2, 2026. 12 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
131
DOB violations
41
ECB violations
21
HPD complaints
7

What to know

Concern
3 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Watch
Last violation Oct 2, 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 · 131

  • A

    Post and maintain a proper sign on wall of entrance story showing the registration number assigned by the department and the address of the building., 2nd story

    Oct 2, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    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 missing , 2nd story

    Oct 2, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Post a proper notice of carbon monoxide detecting device requirements, in a form approved by commissioner, in a common area of a class a multiple dwelling near inspection certificate or provide notice to tenants in private dwellings missing

    Oct 2, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mailbox missing , 2nd story

    Oct 2, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    § 329, m/d law and dept. rules and regs. provide a completed certificate of inspection visits in a proper frame at or near mailboxes, bottom edge of frame between 48-62 inches above floor missing , 2nd story

    Oct 2, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Post and maintain a proper notice on wall of the entrance story in english and spanish on the availability of the agencys housing information guide. a sample notice can be found at www.nyc.gov/hpd., 2nd story

    Oct 2, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at building front entrance door , 2nd story

    Oct 2, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Oct 2, 2026 · Apt 2

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective caulking around bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 2, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jul 5, 2026 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt 2, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jul 5, 2026 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
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  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jul 5, 2026 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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 4, 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 9, 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 9, 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 22, 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.

    Feb 24, 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.

    Feb 24, 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 8, 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.

    Nov 21, 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 4, 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 8, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Provide a manager who shall be responsible for the conduct, operation and maintenance of premises and who shall live on premises or be regularly present therein.

    Apr 24, 2002

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide adequate supply of cold water for the fixtures fixtures thru out 1 sty room 4 er1

    Oct 28, 1993

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures 1 sty room 4 er1

    Oct 28, 1993

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Provide adequate supply of hot water for the fixtures fixtures thru out 1 sty room 4 er1

    Oct 28, 1993

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Provide adequate supply of cold water for the fixtures kitchen & bathroom 2 sty east b room 4 er1.

    Oct 5, 1993

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Provide adequate supply of cold water for the fixtures kitchen and bathroom 2 sty east apt b room 4 er1

    Sep 15, 1993

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color walls and ceilings thru out 2 sty east b room 4

    Sep 15, 1993

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective 2 sty front apt 3 , section '' ''

    Jan 22, 1992 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code refit door boiler room cellar.

    Oct 5, 1987

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code arrange and make self-closing the doors entrance 3 sty b room 6.

    Oct 5, 1987

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code arrange and make self-closing the doors entrance to 2 sty west apt 3. located at apt 3

    Oct 5, 1987 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code provide proper fresh air ventilation for boiler room cellar rear.

    Oct 5, 1987

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color walls & ceilings thru out 4 sty northeast b room 8.

    Oct 5, 1987

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code properly secure the loose sprinkler pipe 1 to 2 sty public hall.

    Oct 5, 1987

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    § 329, m/d law and dept. rules and regs. provide a completed certificate of inspection visits in a proper frame at or near mailboxes, bottom edge of frame between 48-62 inches above floor frame missing.

    Oct 5, 1987

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-16.01 adm code repair the leaky and/or defective faucets washbasin and bathtub 4 sty public hall bathroom.

    Oct 5, 1987

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code replace with new the broken or defective wood window frames & sashes 4 sty east b room 9.

    Oct 5, 1987

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code replace with new the broken or defective painted sprinkler heads 1 sty west b room .

    Oct 5, 1987

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    D26-16.01 adm code repair the leaky and/or defective faucets sink 1 sty east b room kitchen.

    Oct 5, 1987

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • A

    D26-12.01 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceiling and wall 1 sty east b room kitchen.

    Oct 5, 1987

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code replace with new the missing glass pane 1 sty public hall vestiuble door.

    Oct 5, 1987

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code arrange and make self-closing the doors entrance to 2 sty east room 4.

    Oct 5, 1987

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair the broken or defective defective bell system from vestibule to 2 sty east room 4.

    Oct 5, 1987

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code replace with new the missing missing newel post south front yard to bldg.

    Oct 5, 1987

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Replace with new the broken or defective painted sprinkler heads 4 sty northeast b room 8.

    Oct 5, 1987

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    D26-19.01 adm code provide adequate lighting rear yard.

    Oct 5, 1987

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color clg & walls thru out basement apt.

    Oct 5, 1987

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 41

  • 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
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2014 inspection report

    Oct 1, 2015

    Dob violation - active
  • Landmark none

    Landmk-landmark none

    Apr 14, 2015

    Dob violation - dismissed
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  • Landmark none

    Landmk-landmark none

    Apr 14, 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 - 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

    Lblvio-low pressure boiler boiler required

    Dec 31, 2009

    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

    Jan 31, 2005

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 13, 2004

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 19, 2003

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 26, 2002

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 27, 2001

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    Work without permit work noted: bldg under renovation. original contractor under permit #300713823 to renovate bldg for a 6 family residence has been withdrawn. no new permit has been issued for work throughout. stop all work. remedy: obtain permits or restore to prior legal condition. contact dob 802-3685 before returning to work

    Feb 28, 2000

    Vw*-violation - work w/o permit dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 7, 2000

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 16, 1999

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    Work without a permit. work noted: having gutted basement thru third f loor, including removal of partitions, plumbing, electrical remedy: stop all work until permit is obtained

    Jun 2, 1998

    Vw*-violation - work w/o permit dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    May 4, 1998

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Sep 16, 1997

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    Haz

    May 14, 1997

    Vp-violation unserved ecb-active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 10, 1997

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Nov 27, 1996

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Aug 29, 1995

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jun 1, 1994

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    May 5, 1994

    Vh-violation hazardous - active
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Mar 8, 1994

    Vh-violation hazardous - active
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Nov 8, 1993

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Aug 16, 1993

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jun 1, 1993

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Mar 24, 1993

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Mar 20, 1990

    Dob violation - active

ECB violations · 21

  • Class - 3

    Miscellaneous violations. atoi observed local law 110 not in compliance. served notice of violation#39191603r, 39192665r, 39192745r, 39192853y,39192666z,34216147z, was not posted in lobby per local law 110.; 28

    Aug 5, 2026

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Work without permit, i observed in cellar 2 new tankless boilers installed with all typical piping 90% completed from basement to 4th floor with no permits in the dob system., obtain all permits

    Jun 17, 2026 · Penalty $1,250

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Atoi observed two (2) navien tankless water heaters at boiler room including copper supply/return piping. no permit on file with the department to substantiate work., obtain all permits

    Jun 16, 2026 · Penalty $620

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply with the commissioner's order to file a certificate of correction with the department of buildings for ecb # 34216147z issued on 02/28/2000 for the building occupied without a valid c of o. th

    Jun 15, 2026 · Penalty $1,250

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Work without a permit. plumbing work noted. at the time of inspection, i observed the gas lines on the basement, 2nd and 3rd floor levels were removed and the walls were closed. added water lines for a washer w

    Jun 15, 2026 · Penalty $620

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Altered changed building without a valid certificate of occupancy as per 28-118.3.1- 28-118.3.2. at the time of inspection, i observed the building occupied with 3 families on the basement, 3rd and 4th floor le

    Jun 15, 2026 · Penalty $620

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Unapproved/unsafe/unsuitable electrical equipment, apparatus, materials, devices, appliances or wiring in use. atoi observed exposed electrical wiring throughout 1st floor apartment and foyer producing a hazard

    Jun 8, 2026 · Penalty $1,600

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain adequate housekeeping per section requirements. atoi i was granted access to subject location where i observed excessive dust and construction materials in hallways producing a health risk a

    Jun 8, 2026 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Altered building occupied without a valid c of o. note application number 300713823 issued 4/13/99 expies 8/20/00 to convert (rannovate) building for a 6 family residence is now being occupied. note at third

    Feb 28, 2000 · Penalty $350

    Active
  • Non-hazardous

    Work contrary to approved plans. note application number 300713823 to rennovate for only four family dwelling. note at basement level one class apartment at first and second floor duplex one class a apt at th

    Feb 28, 2000 · Penalty $250

    Active
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  • Non-hazardous

    Work without permit. work noted entire building under rennovations. original contractor nder permit number 300713823 to rennovate buildingfor a six family. residence has been withdrawn. no new permits have be

    Feb 28, 2000

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain exterior building wall. defect is cracked and broken conice. broken cracked and spalling front facade. bracker and partically missing hand rails on front stoop. obtain all nessary permit and

    May 4, 1999

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work w/o a permit. work noted: having gutted bsmt thru 3rd fl, including removal of partitions, plumbing, electrical. remedy: stop all work until permit is obtained.

    Jun 2, 1998 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to maintain exterior wall of bldg.defect is:front exterior wall spalling in various locations.handrail on right side missing.window sills missing and broken.various locations.remedy:repair defects.

    Sep 20, 1995 · Penalty $5,000

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain exterior bldg wall:defect is:cracked and broken c-ornice,broken crack and spalling front facade missing and broken in h-andrail at front steps.remedy:make all necessary repairs.q

    Apr 19, 1995 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to maintain exterior building wall. defect is: cracked, loose masonry brownstone at 1st, 2nd, 3rd, story front throughout. remedy: make all necessary repairs.

    Jan 5, 1995 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failture to maintaine exterior building wall.defect is: crack and broken cornice broken spalling the front side of building. missing handrall on front stoop. remedy: repair defects.

    Oct 12, 1994 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain exterior building wall:defect is:crack and broken cornice.broken,crack and spalling front facade.missing/broken hand ra-il exterior stoop.remedy:provide immediate maintenance of building as

    Mar 3, 1993 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to maintain exterior building wall.defect is crack and broken masonry at sporadie places of front building.remedy:maintain exterior building wall to satisfaction of building dept.

    May 19, 1992 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to maintain 1)exterior brown store is loose spall defective in various area thru out front 1st sty to top floor with sections collapsed +rections in danger of collapse 2)stair land rails from ground lev

    Sep 10, 1991 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to maintain exterior bulilding wall. defect is : brownstone is cracked loose and spalling at 1st and 2nd fl levels, causing a dan-gerous condition. remedy: make necessary repairs forthwith.

    Mar 20, 1990 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Sep 21, 2026 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Sep 21, 2026 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    Sep 21, 2026 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Electric

    No lighting

    Sep 21, 2026 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Jul 21, 2026 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    Jul 21, 2026 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jun 14, 2026 · Apt 2

    Close

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 (C5)
Year built
1867
Floors
4
Residential units
10
Building area
4,157 ft²
Lot area
1,985 ft²
Zoning
R6B
Community board
302
Council district
35
Block / lot
2102 / 28
Assessed value
$1,334,700
Landmark / historic district
Fort Greene Historic District

HPD registration #347384, last renewed Jul 17, 2026.

Questions about 215 Cumberland Street

Who owns 215 Cumberland Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Nathan Brauer.

Does 215 Cumberland Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 131 housing violations at this property.

Is 215 Cumberland 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 215 Cumberland Street built?

City records list 1867 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 215 Cumberland Street?

It has 10 residential units.

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