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80 Lafayette Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11217BBL 3-02116-0021Map

Owner of record: James Mcdowell

80 Lafayette Avenue is a mixed residential and retail building built in 1931 in Brooklyn, 11217. It has 3 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is James Mcdowell. HPD has recorded 29 housing violations here, most recently on June 10, 2025. 14 of the 29 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
29
DOB violations
25
ECB violations
15
HPD complaints
24

What to know

Concern
8 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation Jun 10, 2025

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 · 29

  • 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
  • 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 20, 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 9, 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 25, 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 25, 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 9, 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 9, 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 30, 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
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of ,hot water excceds the maximum allowable operating limit of 130f degrees (150f degrees found) in the entire apartment located at apt zero, 2nd story

    Jan 29, 2016 · Apt ZERO

    Open — Nov sent out
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  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector ,missing in the entire apartment located at apt zero, 2nd story

    Jan 29, 2016 · Apt ZERO

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). ,missing in the entire apartment located at apt zero, 2nd story

    Jan 29, 2016 · Apt ZERO

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of heat for the apartment in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Mar 15, 2015 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector that is missing in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Mar 15, 2015 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Mar 15, 2015 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of scalding hot water 148 degrees thermometer #6295 in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Mar 15, 2015 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system door locked at cellar

    Mar 15, 2015

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Dec 9, 2014 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov certified late
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Dec 9, 2014 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Dec 9, 2014 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Dec 9, 2014 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov certified late
  • B

    Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Dec 9, 2014 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Dec 9, 2014 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Repair the roof so that it will not leak at ceiling at public hall, 3rd story

    Dec 9, 2014

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at the ceiling at public hall, 3rd story

    Dec 9, 2014

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling at public hall, 3rd story

    Dec 9, 2014

    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 ... at public hall, 1st story

    Dec 9, 2014

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace with new the broken or defective carpeting covering the stairs at public hall stairs, 1st story

    Dec 9, 2014

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system ... at cellar

    Dec 9, 2014

    Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 25

  • 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 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
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  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Apr 8, 2015

    Dob violation - active
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Feb 11, 2015

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Dec 3, 2014

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Sep 18, 2013

    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 - dismissed
  • 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
  • Construction other optional

    Work without a permit. noted: a metal deck approximately, 12'x 18' was built on roof without a permit remedy: obtain permit or restore to prior legal condition

    Apr 5, 2001

    Vw-violation work without permit - active
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Apr 1, 2001

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 16, 1999

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 15

  • Class - 2

    Failure to file required annual boiler inspection reports for low-pressure boiler 30000111829n0001 in accordance with the rules of the department. 1rcny 103-01(d)(1) requires that an annual inspection report fo

    Dec 16, 2024 · Penalty $3,125

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/the comm's order to file c of c w/the dob's for notice of vio #35108299x issued on 10/29/14 pursuant to 28-204.4 & 1rcny102-01. failure to provide unobstructed exit passageway. no access fro

    Mar 27, 2015

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply w/the commissioner's order contained in notice of violation #35108299x issued on 10/29/14. failure to provide unobstructedexit passageway at fire escape. no access from 3rd fl to drop down lad

    Feb 14, 2015

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    903&nfpa13 chapter,sprinkler system not in accordance w/ code.i observed @ 3:10pm in cellar control valve for sprinkler system is shut off.in stairwell @ the top an upright sprinkler head in thr pendant positon

    Jan 14, 2015 · Penalty $8,000

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply w/the commissioner's order contained in notice of violation #35108299x issued on 10/29/14. failure to provide unobstructedexit passageway. drop down ladder not accessible by 3rd fl.

    Dec 19, 2014

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/ the commissioner's order to file a certificate ofcorrection w/ the dept. of bldg for notice of vio. # 35111724p issued on 09/08/14 pursuant to 28-204.4 & 1rcny 102-01. failure to maintain u

    Oct 29, 2014 · Penalty $4,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to provide unobstructed exit passageway. noted : @ time of inspection : no acces from 3rd fl to drop down ladder. balcony railing has no openning to access ladder in case of emergency. remedy: provide a

    Oct 29, 2014

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to provide unobstructed exit passageway. noted at 3rd fl level fire escape landing & ladder is obstructed w/debris & bins. remedy: remove obstructions.

    Sep 8, 2014 · Penalty $6,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Change in occupancy/(woe)of c of o as per 28-118.3.1 & 28-118.3.2 by operating a place of assembly as per when current c of o does not allow.such occupancy.note c of o #74605 indicate have is 3 store.now there

    May 31, 2014 · Penalty $2,500

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Failure to provide unobstructed exit passageway noted at 2nd & 3rd flrlvls along(lafayette ave)fire escape ladder obstructed with trash bins& personal items.rem:remove obstructions.

    Mar 27, 2014 · Penalty $6,000

    Active
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  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain bldg walls noted at exposure (2)along (south portland ave)at rear loose,missing masonry brick and mortar evident.rem:maintain bldg walls have licensed p.e. evaluate facade.

    Mar 27, 2014 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Change in occupancy/use of c of o as per 28-118.3.1 - 28-118.3.2 by operating a place of assembly as per when the current c of o. does not allow such occupancy. premises d/b/a moe's eating & drinking establishm

    May 16, 2009 · Penalty $1,000

    Active
  • Non-hazardous

    36-weil mclain gas fired boiler.

    Feb 20, 2002 · Penalty $350

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work without a permit.noted:a metal deck approximately,12ft x 18ft was built on roof without a permit.rem:obtain permit or restore to prior legal conditions.

    Apr 5, 2001 · Penalty $250

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Work without a variance.noted:failure to carry out permitted work in accordance with applicable laws and regulation in that const. activities being performed at 1st fl other than weekdays 7a.m. -6p.m. without a

    Apr 1, 2001

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Nov 18, 2023 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 27, 2016 · Apt ZERO

    Close
  • Electric

    Power outage

    Apr 15, 2015 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Electric

    Power outage

    Apr 14, 2015 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Apr 14, 2015 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Apr 9, 2015 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Electric

    Power outage

    Mar 31, 2015 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Mar 30, 2015 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Mar 19, 2015 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Electric

    Power outage

    Mar 12, 2015 · Apt 2

    Close
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  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Mar 12, 2015 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Mar 3, 2015 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 4, 2015 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 13, 2014 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 13, 2014 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 11, 2014 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 9, 2014 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 6, 2014 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 4, 2014 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 26, 2014 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 19, 2014 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Electric

    No lighting

    Oct 17, 2014 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 8, 2006 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jun 28, 2006 · Apt 1FL

    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 (S9)
Year built
1931
Floors
3
Residential units
3
Building area
3,500 ft²
Lot area
1,600 ft²
Zoning
R7A
Community board
302
Council district
35
Block / lot
2116 / 21
Assessed value
$1,118,250
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #330761, last renewed Jul 27, 2026.

Questions about 80 Lafayette Avenue

Who owns 80 Lafayette Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is James Mcdowell.

Does 80 Lafayette Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 29 housing violations at this property.

Is 80 Lafayette 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 80 Lafayette Avenue built?

City records list 1931 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 80 Lafayette Avenue?

It has 3 residential units and 5 units in total.

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