679 Bedford Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11211BBL 3-02225-0001Map
Owner of record: David Bodansky, As Trustee
679 Bedford Avenue is a mixed residential and retail building built in 1931 in Brooklyn, 11211. It has 6 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is David Bodansky, As Trustee. HPD has recorded 26 housing violations here, most recently on November 18, 2025. 14 of the 26 most recent violations are still open.
- HPD violations
- 26
- DOB violations
- 10
- ECB violations
- 15
- HPD complaints
- 0
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 · 26
- 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 18, 2025
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 26, 2024
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 7, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Certify compliance with lead-based paint hazard control requirements during period of unit vacancy by submitting required supporting documentation and affidavits for apartment : in the entire apartment located at apt 4b, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 1, 2020 · Apt 4B
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Correct failure to notify occupants and/or to investigate lead-based paint hazards.
Feb 6, 2020
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
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. at public hall, 1st story
Feb 6, 2020
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 .. at public hall, 1st story
Feb 6, 2020
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
§ 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 .. at public hall, 1st story
Feb 6, 2020
Open — Not complied with - ANon-hazardous
Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box .. at public hall, 1st story
Feb 6, 2020
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Post a proper notice of carbon monoxide detecting device requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, in a common area of a class a multiple dwelling near inspection certificate or provide notice to tenants in a private dwelling. at public hall, 1st story
Feb 6, 2020
Closed — Violation closed
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- ANon-hazardous
Post, in a form approved by the commissioner, and maintain a notice in a common area of the building regarding the procedures that should be followed when a gas leak is suspected at public hall, 1st story
Feb 6, 2020
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Correct failure to provide to the department within 45 days of demand all records required to be maintained by owner pursuant to local law 1 of 2004 related to lead-based paint notices, inspections and remediation/abatement activities.
Dec 19, 2019 · Apt 1A
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 29, 2019
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 16, 2018
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 3, 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 7, 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 minimum required
Dec 12, 2007
Open — Nov certified late - BHazardous
D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code and dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes household articles all balconies south fire escape.
Mar 6, 1978
Open — Nov certified late - BHazardous
D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code and dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes household items all stys east & west fire escapes.
Mar 6, 1978
Open — Nov certified late - BHazardous
D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code remove all encumbrances consisting of baby carriage 1st sty public hall.
Mar 6, 1978
Open — Nov certified late - BHazardous
D26-10.01 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color walls of public hall & ceilings all stories.
Mar 6, 1978
Open — Nov certified late - BHazardous
D26-10.01 adm code properly secure the loose masonry platform of stair public hall intermediate landing 2nd to 3rd story.
Mar 6, 1978
Open — Nov certified late - BHazardous
D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code remove all encumbrances consisting of household articles stored public hall 4th story to roof.
Mar 6, 1978
Open — Nov certified late - BHazardous
D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code arrange and make self-closing the doors public hall bulkhead to roof.
Mar 6, 1978
Open — Nov certified late - BHazardous
D26-11.01, 11.03, 11.05 adm code remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the front of bldg.
Mar 6, 1978
Open — Nov certified late - BHazardous
D26-10.01 adm code properly repair the broken or defective & or nailed door so as to open readily public hal 1st story to cellar.
Mar 6, 1978
Open — Nov certified late
DOB building violations · 10
- Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Dec 9, 2020
Dob violation - active - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Sep 2, 2020
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Sep 2, 2020
Dob violation - active - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Sep 2, 2020
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Sep 2, 2020
Dob violation - dismissed - 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 2010 inspection report
Dec 13, 2011
Dob violation - active - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
May 16, 2010
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
Aug 16, 1993
Dob violation - active
ECB violations · 15
- Class - 1
Failure to provide unobstructed exit passageway observed: at exp#1,2ndfl in window a/c unit have been installed obstructed passage of fire escape. remedy: remove obstruction.
Oct 26, 2021 · Penalty $3,125
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to provide unobstructed exit passageway.noted at southwest 2ndfloor level in windows ac units have been installed obstructed structed passage of fire escape.remedy:removed obstruction.
Jun 21, 2021 · Penalty $3,125
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to comply w/commissioner's order contained in summons/v39018645x issued3/2/20&to file c/c pursuant to28-201.1&1rcny102-01.work w/o permit.noted:@exp1 apt4b window removed&door installed.comply w/commiss
Mar 2, 2021 · Penalty $6,250
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply w/ commissioner's order contained in summons/violation#39018647j issued 3/2/20&to file certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1&1rcny102-01.failure to maintain bldg in code-compliant man
Nov 23, 2020
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to comply w/ commissioner's order contained in summons/violation#39018645x issued 3/2/20&to file certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1&1rcny102-01.work w/o permit@time of inspection.it was obse
Nov 23, 2020 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply w/ commissioner's order contained in summons/violation#35502218k issued 9/15/20&to file certificate of correction pursuantto 28-201.1&1rcny102-01 for failure to provide unobstructed exit passa
Nov 23, 2020
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#39018646h issued on 03/02/20 & to file a cert of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. remedy: comply w/comm's order &/or file a cert of c
Sep 15, 2020 · Penalty $625
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#39018624r issued on 03/02/20 & to file a cert of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. remedy: comply w/comm's order &/or file a cert of c
Sep 15, 2020 · Penalty $625
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to provide unobstructed exit passageway. noted: observed at 2nd fl southwest fire escape windows have gates installed & ac window unit installed obstructing passage of exterior fire exit in the event of
Sep 15, 2020 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#39018647j issued on 03/02/20 & to file a cert of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. remedy: comply w/comm's order &/or file a cert of c
Sep 15, 2020 · Penalty $625
Resolve
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- Class - 1
Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#39018624r issued on 03/02/20 & to file a cert of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. for work w/o permit. remedy: comply w/comm's order
Sep 15, 2020
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain building in-code compliant manner. at time of inspection observed at exposure 4, 4th floor tenant has installed a/c unit in window leading to fire escape, also 2nd window has been modified f
Mar 2, 2020 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain building in-code compliant manner. at time of inspection observed at apartment 4b fire escape has been obstructed with installation of a steel plate hatch type door where one needs to pull a
Mar 2, 2020 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 1
Work without a permit. at time of inspection observed at expo: 1 apt 4b window removed & door installed, fire escape has been removed & altered & platform has been enlarged, a hatch type door installed into pla
Mar 2, 2020 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain building wall(s) and appurtenances. at time of inspection observed at expo: 1,2 masonry facade in disrepair where stone has completely deteriorated at multiple locations along with vertical
Mar 2, 2020 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve
Complaints
No HPD complaints in our records
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Mixed residential and retail building (S5)
- Year built
- 1931
- Floors
- 4
- Residential units
- 6
- Building area
- 6,340 ft²
- Lot area
- 2,200 ft²
- Zoning
- R6
- Community board
- 301
- Council district
- 33
- Block / lot
- 2225 / 1
- Assessed value
- $620,100
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #348850, last renewed Nov 21, 2025.
Questions about 679 Bedford Avenue
Who owns 679 Bedford Avenue?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is David Bodansky, As Trustee.
Does 679 Bedford Avenue have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 26 housing violations at this property.
Is 679 Bedford 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 679 Bedford Avenue built?
City records list 1931 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 679 Bedford Avenue?
It has 6 residential units and 7 units in total.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.