26 Throop Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11206BBL 3-02242-0036Map
Owner of record: Thomas Lefkowitz
26 Throop Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1931 in Brooklyn, 11206. It has 3 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is Thomas Lefkowitz. HPD has recorded 15 housing violations here, most recently on September 15, 2021.
- HPD violations
- 15
- DOB violations
- 2
- ECB violations
- 5
- HPD complaints
- 47
What to know
No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.
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 · 15
- ANon-hazardous
§ 53, 187, 231 m/d law and department rules and regulations. provide a shoe properly secured to bottom of string of dropladder ..... at fire escape
Sep 15, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Sep 11, 2021 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system door lock at boiler room from public hall , 1st story
Sep 11, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story
Mar 21, 2021 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in uniform color east wall at vestibule at public hall, 1st story
Jul 21, 2020
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Remove all encumbrances consisting of ladder and household items at public hall, 1st story
Jul 8, 2020
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Remove all encumbrances consisting of ladder and household items at public hall, 2nd story
Jul 8, 2020
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Remove all encumbrances consisting of household items at public hall, 3rd story
Jul 8, 2020
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes consisting of air conditioner installed at window obstructing egress at 3rd story balcony, east fire escape stack at building front
Aug 29, 2017
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Remove all encumbrances consisting of household items at public hall, 3rd story
Dec 8, 2016
Closed — Violation dismissed
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- BHazardous
Remove all encumbrances consisting of household items at public hall, 1st story
Dec 8, 2016
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Remove the illegal fastening locking device at door blocking the egress to fire escape in the southeast room one (dob comp# 3209639, for fire escape #3209642) in the entire apartment located at apt 2fl, 2nd story
Nov 27, 2006 · Apt 2FL
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
§ 9, 170, 171, 300, 301, 302 m.d.law-file plans and application and obtain a certificate of occupancy to legalize the conversion from a private dwelling to multiple dwelling use if lawfully feasible or restore to lawful occupancy
Nov 27, 2006
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in uniform color ceilings and walls in the bathroom located at apt 2fl, 2nd story
Nov 27, 2006 · Apt 2FL
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Remove all encumbrances consisting of 4 bikes and ac blocking scuttel at public hall, 3rd story
Nov 27, 2006
Closed — Violation dismissed
DOB building violations · 2
- Construction other optional
Ftm bldg in a code compliant manner-@ exp1 obsvd rusted/damaged steel @ underside of fire escapes on landing of 2nd & 3rd flrs,vinil siding appears to be detaching from facade above 1fl ,defective lintels owner to retain nyspe to eval the entire bldg, prepare/file repair dwgs, repair blsg under permit, start work by 10/24/2026
Aug 24, 2026
Dob violation - active - Construction other optional
Unpermitted undocumented steel structure at 24 throop ave.
Jan 2, 2026
Dob violation - active
ECB violations · 5
- Class - 2
Work w/out a permit.noted:during inspection,observation was made at 2 nd fl apt.new renovation consisting of new electrical outlets,switchs,ceiling light fixtures,new mechanical split ac units w/running lines
Mar 25, 2022 · Penalty $400
Active - Class - 2
Work w/out a permit.noted:at time of inspection,observation was made at 1st fl level at above premises,new renovation consisting of new plumbing drainage lines running from basement into above apts.further ins
Mar 25, 2022 · Penalty $1,250
Active - Non-hazardous
Failure to comply w/ an order of the commissioner to correct the condition in 34569425n for failure to comply w/ an order of dept of bldg tocorrect violation # 34555755z-installation fire escape
Aug 18, 2007
Resolve - Hazardous
Failure to comply with an order of the dept to correct vio #34555755z for work w/o permit.installed fire escape @ front w/o filing,plans or permits.remedy:comply with dept order obtain permits & certify.
Apr 18, 2007
Resolve - Hazardous
Work w/o a permit. work noted: fire escape installed, providing accessory means of egress for 3rd & 2nd fls apts, at front,, exposure 1, of 3 sty bldg w/o permit. remedy: obtain permit or restore to prior legal
Dec 27, 2006
Resolve
Complaints
- Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 4, 2022 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 4, 2022 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 4, 2022 · Apt 2
Close - General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
Sep 9, 2021 · Apt 2
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Sep 9, 2021 · Apt 2
Close - Electric
Power outage
Mar 19, 2021 · Apt 2
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jul 6, 2020 · Apt 1A
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Jul 3, 2020 · Apt 2
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jul 3, 2020 · Apt 2
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jul 3, 2020 · Apt 2
Close
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- Flooring/stairs
Floor
Jul 3, 2020 · Apt 2
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jul 3, 2020 · Apt 2
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Mar 4, 2020 · Apt 1A
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Mar 4, 2020 · Apt 1A
Close - Plumbing
Steam pipe/riser
Mar 4, 2020 · Apt 1A
Close - General
Cabinet
Mar 4, 2020 · Apt 1A
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Mar 4, 2020 · Apt 1A
Close - General
Janitor/super
Mar 4, 2020 · Apt 1A
Close - Safety
Carbon monoxide detector
Mar 4, 2020 · Apt 1A
Close - Safety
Smoke detector
Mar 4, 2020 · Apt 1A
Close - Door/window
Door
Mar 4, 2020 · Apt 1A
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Mar 4, 2020 · Apt 1A
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Mar 4, 2020 · Apt 1A
Close - Water leak
Damp spot
Mar 4, 2020 · Apt 1A
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Mar 4, 2020 · Apt 1A
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Mar 4, 2020 · Apt 1A
Close - General
Ventilation system
Mar 4, 2020 · Apt 1A
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Mar 14, 2018 · Apt 1A
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Mar 14, 2018 · Apt BLDG
Close - General
Cooking gas
Mar 14, 2018 · Apt 1A
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Mar 14, 2018 · Apt BLDG
Close - General
Cooking gas
Mar 14, 2018 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 30, 2017 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 29, 2017 · Apt A1
Close - Electric
Power outage
Aug 24, 2017 · Apt 2
Close - Electric
Power outage
Aug 1, 2017 · Apt 1C
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 7, 2016 · Apt 3A
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Oct 31, 2016 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Oct 26, 2016 · Apt 3A
Close - Electric
Power outage
Aug 27, 2016 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Mar 2, 2016 · Apt 1A
Close - Heating
Heat related
Mar 21, 2007 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heating
Heat related
Mar 22, 2006 · Apt 2B
Close - Heating
Heat related
Mar 22, 2006 · Apt 2B
Close - Heating
Heat related
Mar 22, 2006 · Apt 2B
Close - Nonconst
Smoke-fumes
Apr 13, 2005 · Apt FIRE
Close - Nonconst
Smoke-fumes
Apr 13, 2005 · Apt FIRE
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C0)
- Year built
- 1931
- Floors
- 3
- Residential units
- 3
- Building area
- 2,000 ft²
- Lot area
- 1,560 ft²
- Zoning
- R6A
- Community board
- 301
- Council district
- 33
- Block / lot
- 2242 / 36
- Assessed value
- $106,620
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #814895, last renewed Sep 22, 2025.
Questions about 26 Throop Avenue
Who owns 26 Throop Avenue?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Thomas Lefkowitz.
Does 26 Throop Avenue have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 15 housing violations at this property.
Is 26 Throop 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 26 Throop Avenue built?
City records list 1931 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 26 Throop Avenue?
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.