157 Kent Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11249BBL 3-02349-0015Map
Owner of record: Waterview Lofts LLC
157 Kent Avenue is an elevator apartment building built in 2012 in Brooklyn, 11249. It has 86 residential units across 7 floors. The owner of record is Waterview Lofts LLC. HPD has recorded 11 housing violations here, most recently on May 8, 2026. 1 of the 11 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 86 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.
- HPD violations
- 11
- DOB violations
- 30
- ECB violations
- 31
- HPD complaints
- 43
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
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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 8, 2026
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of heat for the apartment in the entire apartment located at apt 1d, 1st story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Nov 10, 2023 · Apt 1D
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 2j, 2nd story, apartment at east
Jun 10, 2020 · Apt 2J
Closed — Violation closed - 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
Oct 10, 2018
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Replace with new the missing missing safety cover or plugs at electric outlet at north wall at south section at public hall, 1st story
Oct 10, 2018
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
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. at public hall, 1st story
Oct 10, 2018
Closed — Violation dismissed - 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 3, 2016
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box missing on wall at public hall, 1st story
Feb 3, 2016
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
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. at public hall, 1st story
Feb 3, 2016
Closed — Violation dismissed - 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 3, 2016
Closed — Violation dismissed
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- 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 missing on wall and boiler room door to basement at public hall, 1st story
Feb 3, 2016
Open — Invalid certification
DOB building violations · 30
- Construction other optional
Emergency work order due to defective/loose balcony underside concrete at balcony line exp1 north elevation 2fl north 4th st. remedy: immed take and provide safety measures to secure and protect the public also make immed repairs and secure/remove any loose/hanging materials under supervision of lic professional
Jan 27, 2023
Dob violation - dismissed - Plumbing none
Applicant of record, alberto roman, pe surrendered all filing privileges. stop all plumbing work under permit # b00541669.
Aug 9, 2022
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 3, 2021
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 3, 2021
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 3, 2021
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Feb 20, 2020
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Feb 20, 2020
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Feb 20, 2020
Dob violation - resolved - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Nov 20, 2019
Dob violation - active - Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired
Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2017 cat 1 insp/tst tst
Sep 6, 2019
Dob violation - dismissed
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- Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Feb 11, 2019
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Feb 11, 2019
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Feb 11, 2019
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Feb 11, 2019
Dob violation - resolved - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Aug 23, 2018
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Feb 15, 2018
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2016 inspection/test
Sep 15, 2017
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 24, 2017
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 24, 2017
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Feb 18, 2016
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Feb 18, 2016
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Feb 18, 2016
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Feb 18, 2016
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2013 inspection/test
Oct 31, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2013 inspection/test
Oct 31, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2013 inspection/test
Oct 31, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2013 inspection/test
Oct 31, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed - 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 - Construction other optional
Failure to provide required lot line construction fence, currently @ exp 1 interior of adjoining lot, a non solid, leaning, temp non attach to ground link fence is inadequate, this fence is defecting open lean not supported, not classifying as a construction fence remedy: swo install regulation solid fencing at lot lines
Sep 3, 2008
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Sep 14, 1998
Dob violation - dismissed
ECB violations · 31
- Class - 1
Class 2: adjust car door speed and repair noise. hoist ropes worn replace.
Aug 13, 2025 · Penalty $625
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to submit the required parking structure initial observation report for an existing parking structure or a periodic inspection of a parking structure(pips) report documenting the conditions of psid#b000
Oct 1, 2024 · Penalty $625
Resolve - Class - 2
Inoperative car phone. misaligned cab mirror. replace worn gibs where needed. secure gibs where needed. car shut down during inspection.
Sep 8, 2023 · Penalty $655
Resolve - Class - 2
Car phone has low audio. self resetting escape hatch switches prohibited. unreadable controller fuses. bottom landing qualifies as an illegal vestibule; conform to 2.11.6.5
Sep 8, 2023 · Penalty $1,562
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain building exterior facade & appurtenances.note:observed at time of inspection defective/loos balcony underside concrete at balcony dline 2nd fl exp #1 north elevation(north 4th st)remedy:main
Jan 27, 2023 · Penalty $312
Resolve - Class - 2
Phone. missing cab nmirror. replace worn gibs where needed. secure gibs where needed. secure escape hatch. self resetting escape hatches prohibited. shorten hoist ropes.
Apr 8, 2022 · Penalty $312
Resolve - Class - 2
Replace worn gibs where needed. secure gibs where needed. adjust hoistway door access holes for proper inspection. unreadable controller fuses. gov missing seals.
Apr 8, 2022 · Penalty $625
Resolve - Class - 2
Inoperative phone. missing cab nmirror. replace worn gibs where needed. secure gibs where needed. secure escape hatch. self resetting escape hatches prohibited. inoperative pit light. water condition in pit. ad
Apr 8, 2022 · Penalty $312
Resolve - Class - 2
Violation of zoning resolution.accessory off street parking requirements in r6 or r7 district.quality housing program.pc alt3 321525694 plans represent commercial space expanded into reqd off street parking lot
Oct 17, 2017 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Class - 2
97x10 the elevator in building out of service.upon inspeciton the device is found to be out of service creating a hazardous conditions as per 1rcny1102. restore to service immediately.
Aug 24, 2017
Resolve
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- Class - 2
B251)97x10:elevator is inoperable,repair
Jul 12, 2017
Resolve - Class - 2
97x10:failure to maintain bldg in a code compliant manner.upon inspection elevator was out of service.resotre to service immediately.
May 25, 2017
Resolve - Class - 1
Work w/o permit.note:@time of inspection found two illlumnated wall signs installed along kent ave for gym,(physical culture establishmnet)"orange theory"fitness.one wall sign over store front approx.2'x10',sec
Apr 21, 2017 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Class - 2
Work does not conform to approved construction documents and/or approved amendments. premises under p.c.ahii 340481883. filed for renovationof existing commercial space in a mixed use bldg.note:@ time of inspec
Apr 21, 2017
Resolve - Class - 2
Board of standards and appeals approval required for occupancy physical culture establishment + gym premises under alt2 #340363216 l.o.c. folder. at time of inspection found: occupied and fully functional orang
Jan 27, 2017 · Penalty $300
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to institute/maintain safety equipment measures or temporary construction. no guardrails, no guard railing has been installed and/ or installed at all patios. partial stop work order - issued pursuant
Nov 4, 2013 · Penalty $1,200
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to institute/maintain safety equipment measures or temp construction. no toe boards have been installed/provided for railings at rear (terrace) walkway. remedy: provide required toe boards for railings
Nov 4, 2013 · Penalty $1,000
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to safeguard all persons and property affected by constructionoperations. temp guard railing for patio of apt 7a (n/e/c) is not secured to slab and in danger of coming loose. remedy: secure mentioned
Nov 4, 2013 · Penalty $2,400
Resolve - Class - 1
Dangerous areas - at time of inspection observed discharge end of chute, fork lift, cinder block, dirt & sand, construction debris located on street and public safety is a risk - there are no barricades along
Mar 25, 2013 · Penalty $1,600
Resolve - Class - 1
Sec. bc 3307.4.3. failure to provide signal lights on barricades - at this time of (inspection), observed, barricades along kent ave side ofjob site w/no signal lights or barricades - this area is used as a
Mar 25, 2013 · Penalty $1,600
Resolve - Class - 1
Work w/o permit - at time of inspection observed debris (chute) attached to 7 sty bldg and end of chute crosses into public street area - there is no danger signs or barricade around chute area. remedy:stop all
Mar 25, 2013 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain adequate housekeeping per section requirements noted: at time of inspection trades working throughout building,there is debris consisting of wood broken concrete,cardboard,food products thr
Feb 14, 2013
Resolve - Class - 2
Bc3307.6.2. sidewalk shed, areas to be protected noted,sidewalk shed erected on kent avenue and north 4th street n.b. working deck is 6th flr,sidewalk shed does not extend required distance pass bldg line @bot
Nov 14, 2012
Resolve - Class - 2
Sec. bc 3303.3. obstruction of sidewalk and street w/o dot permit. noted: at time of inspection at perimeter of site observed erected site fence, installed (jersey) barriers on street - partially obstruction
Oct 20, 2012
Resolve - Class - 2
Work does not conform to the approved construction documents or amendments at exp 3 adjacent property's foundation is deeper than shown on plan,as a result no underpinning is needed in this area & depth of
Jun 14, 2012
Resolve - Class - 2
Sec. 105.8.2. temporary construction equipment on site - expired permit. construction fence permit has expired for job #310118985-01-eq-fn on 3.9.12 w/no renewal on record.8' high woodconstructionfence erected
Mar 28, 2012 · Penalty $400
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to safeguard all persons & property affected by construction operations. 1) currently vacant site is accessible thru-out, swinging cain link gate at n 4 street. 2) gate typical of #1 swings out at wythe
Sep 3, 2008 · Penalty $1,200
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to provide sign at job site pursuant to subsection. currently construction signage is not posted on frontage at north 4th s as required. remedy: post required signage.
Sep 3, 2008 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Failure to maintain bldg.defects noted:large concrete block 6' x 2' w x 2'd weighing several pounds is not secured and is leaning out of plumb,on edge occurring at various area along north 4th st and kent ave
Mar 3, 2007 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Work w/o a permit.on inspection existing concrete plant has been demolished.approx 3 silo's has been dismanteled.existing bldg demolished,debris on site & cut steel members,dob records shows no permits issued
Jan 23, 2007
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the department of buildings records. premises occupied as concrete cement manufacturing plant. discontinue illegal use or amend the c of o.
Sep 14, 1998
Resolve
Complaints
- Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
Oct 18, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Open - Unsanitary condition
Mold
May 17, 2024 · Apt 5H
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Dec 5, 2023 · Apt 1G
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Nov 8, 2023 · Apt 1D
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Nov 8, 2023 · Apt 1D
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Nov 8, 2023 · Apt 1D
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Aug 18, 2023 · Apt 5H
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jun 12, 2023 · Apt 7B
Close - Water leak
Heavy flow
Jun 12, 2023 · Apt 7B
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Oct 26, 2022 · Apt 3O
Close
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- Unsanitary condition
Pests
May 1, 2020 · Apt 2J
Close - General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
May 1, 2020 · Apt 2J
Close - Door/window
Door
Feb 28, 2020 · Apt 5E
Close - General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
Feb 28, 2020 · Apt 5E
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 30, 2019 · Apt 4C
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 28, 2019 · Apt 4C
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 21, 2019 · Apt 4C
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Oct 7, 2018 · Apt 2A
Close - Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
Apr 19, 2018 · Apt BLDG
Close - General
Signage missing
Mar 28, 2018 · Apt 2D
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Mar 28, 2018 · Apt 2D
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Oct 11, 2017 · Apt 3G
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Aug 28, 2017 · Apt 5D
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Aug 28, 2017 · Apt 5D
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Aug 28, 2017 · Apt 5D
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Sep 8, 2016 · Apt 7A
Close - Elevator
Maintenance
Jun 23, 2016 · Apt BLDG
Close - Safety
Fire escape
Jun 22, 2016 · Apt BLDG
Close - Door/window
Door
Jan 20, 2016 · Apt 5F
Close - Door/window
Door
Jan 20, 2016 · Apt 5F
Close - General
Signage missing
Jan 19, 2016 · Apt 4A
Close - General
Janitor/super
Jan 19, 2016 · Apt 4A
Close - Safety
Fire escape
Jan 19, 2016 · Apt 1A
Close - Electric
Power outage
Jul 13, 2015 · Apt 5K
Close - Electric
Power outage
Mar 5, 2015 · Apt 6B
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 9, 2015 · Apt 2O
Close - Electric
Power outage
Jan 9, 2015 · Apt 2O
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 17, 2014 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 17, 2014 · Apt 2O
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Jun 19, 2014 · Apt 20
Close - Water leak
Damp spot
Jun 19, 2014 · Apt 20
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jun 19, 2014 · Apt 20
Close - Water leak
Heavy flow
Jun 19, 2014 · Apt 20
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Elevator apartment building (D6)
- Year built
- 2012
- Floors
- 7
- Residential units
- 86
- Building area
- 71,720 ft²
- Lot area
- 21,300 ft²
- Zoning
- M1-2/R6A
- Community board
- 301
- Council district
- 33
- Block / lot
- 2349 / 15
- Assessed value
- $10,459,800
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #385086, last renewed Oct 8, 2025.
Questions about 157 Kent Avenue
Who owns 157 Kent Avenue?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Waterview Lofts LLC.
Does 157 Kent Avenue have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 11 housing violations at this property.
Is 157 Kent Avenue rent stabilized?
NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 86 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 100% of its 86 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.
When was 157 Kent Avenue built?
City records list 2012 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 157 Kent Avenue?
It has 86 residential units and 89 units in total.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.