2 Franklin Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11249BBL 3-02261-0009Map
Owner of record: Congregation Beth Osher
2 Franklin Avenue is a hotel built in 1959 in Brooklyn, 11249. It has 71 residential units across 5 floors. The owner of record is Congregation Beth Osher. HPD has recorded 11 housing violations here, most recently on May 4, 2026. 5 of the 11 most recent violations are still open.
- HPD violations
- 11
- DOB violations
- 51
- ECB violations
- 23
- HPD complaints
- 1
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 · 11
- ANon-hazardous
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
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
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
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
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 10, 2024
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
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
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
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
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.
Feb 24, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
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 - 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 22, 2017
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, 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 9, 2015
Closed — Violation dismissed
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- 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.
Feb 20, 2015
Closed — Violation dismissed
DOB building violations · 51
- Failure to post energy grade/score none
Failure to display energy efficiency score and energy efficiency grade as per adcode sec. 28-309.12.3
Apr 29, 2021
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Feb 16, 2021
Dob violation - resolved - High pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued - failure to file 2017 internal high pressure boiler inspection
Mar 16, 2020
Dob violation - dismissed - High pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued - failure to file 2017 external high pressure boiler inspection
Mar 16, 2020
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Feb 7, 2020
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 18, 2019
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 29, 2018
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2015 inspection/test
Dec 1, 2016
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Nov 10, 2016
Dob violation - resolved - High pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file 2013 annual high pressure boiler inspection
Mar 3, 2015
Dob violation - dismissed
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- Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
Jun 3, 2013
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 15, 2013
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2011 inspection/test
Oct 1, 2012
Dob violation - dismissed - Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
May 3, 2012
Dob violation - dismissed - Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
Jan 1, 2012
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
Boro comm's 15 day letter remedy; stop all work make site safe contact dob
May 3, 2010
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Jan 2, 2010
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
Work does not conform to approved construction documents and or approv ed amendments contractor failed to provide attchment of existing i bea m to new i beam at exp 2 & 3 1,2,3 floor no details provided for attac hement of c joist to roof framing to structure remedy: stop all work call dob for reinspection 212 442-1544 conform to approved documents
Sep 2, 2009
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Aug 13, 2009
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Feb 19, 2008
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 17, 2007
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 6, 2006
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 30, 2005
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 25, 2004
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
3f4041
Aug 22, 2002
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
3f4041
Aug 21, 2001
Dob violation - resolved - Construction other optional
Work without a permit work noted: excovation of grade floor approx 15 deep opening approx 20 x 40 underwiring floor & walls oil in bottom of pit. metal chemming erected from cellar to roof. without permit stop a ll work remedy: make site safe obtain necessary permit & approvals co ntact dob office before returning to work
Sep 8, 2000
Vw*-violation - work w/o permit dismissed - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Sep 8, 2000
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
Work without permits work noted: at basement level swimming pool insta lled appox: 15ft l 10ft w 4ft deep (with 5 tier lockers & benches). al so ventilation system with duct work terminating at center driveway remedy: obtain permits if feasible or restore premises to prior legal condition
Sep 8, 2000
Vw*-violation - work w/o permit dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
3f4041
Mar 27, 2000
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatoroptional
Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional
Mar 10, 2000
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 - Elevator elevatoroptional
Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional
Jan 20, 1999
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
May 4, 1998
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatoroptional
Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional
Jan 6, 1998
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Sep 16, 1997
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 10, 1997
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatoroptional
Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional
Mar 8, 1996
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Jan 30, 1996
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Aug 29, 1995
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatoroptional
Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional
Apr 17, 1995
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jun 1, 1994
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatoroptional
Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional
May 31, 1994
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Aug 16, 1993
Dob violation - active - Elevator elevatoroptional
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Jun 28, 1993
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jun 1, 1993
Dob violation - dismissed - Boiler boiler optional
B-boiler boiler optional
Aug 24, 1992
Vp*-violation unserved ecb- dismissed - Elevator elevatoroptional
1
Apr 7, 1992
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatoroptional
1
Apr 25, 1991
Dob violation - dismissed
ECB violations · 23
- Class - 3
Work does not conform to approved construction documents &/or approvedamendments for this pro cert job,dwgs:fec 2011.noted:@ ground flr,sou th space adjacent to lobby,plan proposes sprinkler inter or space with
Mar 14, 2011
Resolve - Class - 2
Sec. 28-207.2.2;26-248. failure to comply w/dob partial rescind of stop work order dated 9.9.09 requiring "no work at 1,2,3 flrs at exp 2 & 3 w/25' safety zone, except for welding" noted: work ongoing under alt
Dec 22, 2009 · Penalty $4,000
Resolve - Class - 2
Sidewalk shed does not meet code specs. noted: vertical supports out of plumb wood sills are rotted or missing sidewalk shed is not tight against bldg. remedy: conform shed to code specs.
Sep 18, 2009 · Penalty $2,400
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to safguard all persons & property affected by construction operations.noted:@ time of inspec. contactor failed to cap & cage oxygen & acetylene tanks @ 5th flr. & numerous other locations.job#310201616
Sep 2, 2009 · Penalty $2,400
Resolve - Class - 2
27-1009(a)misc.vio.failure to provide 3ft inch guard rails or equivalent around all floor & permieter openings noted @ time of inspection no guard rails provided at 1st flr. elevator shaft.inadequate guard rail
Sep 2, 2009 · Penalty $400
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to safeguard all person & property affected by construction operations.observed recent smoking within construction site.in violation of nyc fire code 140.1 observed recent smoking thru out this 5 story
Sep 2, 2009 · Penalty $1,200
Resolve - Class - 1
97r07 failure to notify dob prior to dismantling or removal of the elevator entire car cab walls car top car gates has been already removed
Mar 16, 2009 · Penalty $1,600
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain adequate housekeeping per section requirements. note: large piles of construction debris observed in the open courtyard of this property with no dumpster provided for the removal of same.
Nov 15, 2008 · Penalty $4,000
Resolve - Class - 1
Sec. 1rcny9.01. rigger failed to name designated foreman. noted: no foreman at job site. remedy: comply w/code.
Sep 22, 2008
Resolve - Class - 1
Licensed rigger failed to ensure scaffold worker met minimum req. noted: worker on scaffold w/o certificate of fitness. remedy: comply w/code.
Sep 22, 2008
Resolve
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- Class - 1
Sec. bc3314.6.2 &27-1055. lifelines & tiebacks shall be protected fromsharp edges at all times. noted: lifelines & tiebacks not protected from sharp edges. remedy: comply w/code.
Sep 22, 2008
Resolve - Class - 1
Sec. bc3314.6.1. lifelines & tiebacks shall be attached to safe point of anchorage including structural members of the bldg. noted: lifelines & tiebacks attached to handrails & ladder on roof. remedy: comply
Sep 22, 2008
Resolve - Class - 1
Sec. bc3314.15.2 & 27-1046. stirrups shall be placed at least 6" but no more than 18" from the end of platform. noted: stirrups moved approx3' from the end of platform at both ends. remedy: comply w/code.
Sep 22, 2008
Resolve - Class - 1
No record of daily inspection of suspended scaffold performed by authorized person at site. noted: no inspection log on site. remedy: maintain daily insp log.
Sep 22, 2008
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Failure to maintain plumbing and/or appurtenances: i observed in the cellar of kitchen/storage area a leak from the ceiling could not determine where leak was coming from. also observed flue pipes to boiler + h
May 16, 2008 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Altered building occupied w/o a valid certificate of occupancy.noted: permit #301135180 exp. 8/28/01 on file to convert cellar and 1st flr into religious vocational school. building observed to be occupied thro
May 16, 2008 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Hazardous
Failure to maintain exterior building wall defects noted: vertical cracks at various locations throughout exterior building wall with several broken and cracked panes of glass at various locations throughout bl
May 16, 2008 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Hazardous
Work without a permit work noted:excavation of of grade floor approx 15'd opening approx 20'x40' underway floor and walls.oil in bottom of pit.metal chimney erected from cellar to roof without permit.stop all w
Sep 8, 2000
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Occupancy contrary to that allowed by building dept records.factory building with first converted and occupied as a synogague without a valid certificate of occupancy.remedy:discontinue illegal use or amend cof
Sep 8, 2000
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Work without permits work noted:at basement level swimming pool installed approx 15ftlx101ftwx4ftd(with 5 tier lockers and benches).also ventilation system with duct work terminating at center driveway.remedy:o
Sep 8, 2000 · Penalty $250
Resolve - Non-hazardous
16,49. submit of registeration for this boiler fulton nb 45868 year 1985.
Mar 28, 2000 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Non-hazardous
49-low water cut out mercury switch base corroded. 2-blow down line leaking.
Oct 18, 1999 · Penalty $180
Resolve - Non-hazardous
75u 38x 50y 11q 17q 75u perform 5year test & tag 17q 4fl door broken glass
Dec 22, 1998 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve
Complaints
- Nonconst
Vermin
Feb 22, 2013 · Apt 446
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Hotel (H3)
- Year built
- 1959
- Floors
- 5
- Residential units
- 71
- Building area
- 56,635 ft²
- Lot area
- 12,755 ft²
- Zoning
- R7-1
- Community board
- 301
- Council district
- 33
- Block / lot
- 2261 / 9
- Assessed value
- $4,794,750
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #384266, last renewed Jul 14, 2025.
Questions about 2 Franklin Avenue
Who owns 2 Franklin Avenue?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Congregation Beth Osher.
Does 2 Franklin Avenue have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 11 housing violations at this property.
Is 2 Franklin 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 2 Franklin Avenue built?
City records list 1959 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 2 Franklin Avenue?
It has 71 residential units and 73 units in total.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.