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85 South 4 Street

Brooklyn, NY 11249BBL 3-02429-0023Map

Owner of record: Cooper, Jasper

85 South 4 Street is a two-family home built in 1899 in Brooklyn, 11249. It has 2 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is Cooper, Jasper. HPD has recorded 19 housing violations here, most recently on November 25, 2025. 16 of the 19 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
19
DOB violations
5
ECB violations
12
HPD complaints
14

What to know

Concern
3 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation Nov 25, 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 · 19

  • 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 25, 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 29, 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.

    Mar 17, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    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 24, 2012

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace with new the missing 6 wood balusters at 2nd story at public hall stairs, 2nd story

    Feb 24, 2012

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly secure the loose wood handrail at east wall at public hall stairs, 1st story

    Feb 24, 2012

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Replace with new the missing wood newel post at public hall stairs, 2nd story

    Feb 24, 2012

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace with new the missing five wood balusters at public hall stairs, 3rd story

    Feb 24, 2012

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly secure the loose wood balustrade at 2nd and 3rd stories at public hall stairs

    Feb 24, 2012

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    And department rules and regulations: remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes flower pots at third story balcony at fire escape at front of building

    Oct 13, 2006

    Open — Nov sent out
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  • C

    Abate the nuisnace consisting of rodents cellar front.

    Aug 26, 2005

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures kitchen & bathroom, 2nd story apartment 4.

    Aug 26, 2005

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at walls and ceiling throughout 3 sty apt 3.

    Aug 26, 2005

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Section 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 . 2 apts converted to 4 apts creating mutiple dwellings.

    Aug 26, 2005

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Section 9, 56, 193, 300, 302 m.d. law- above frame building has been converted from a private dwelling to a multiple dwelling and is now occupied and maintained as such contrary to law.restore premises to lawful occupancy

    Aug 26, 2005

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Discontinue use of rooms for living purposes or obtain a certificate of occupancy basement apt.

    Aug 26, 2005

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Section 27-2032, 2034 adnim. code: discontinue use of illegal space and/or hot water heater and provide filed for & approved heater which obtains combustion air directly from outside the building or approved central system wall unit north room basement apt.

    Aug 26, 2005

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Section 27-2032, 2034 adnim. code: discontinue use of illegal space and/or hot water heater and provide filed for & approved heater which obtains combustion air directly from outside the building or approved central system wall unit north room 1st sty apt 1.

    Aug 26, 2005

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Section 27-2032, 2034 adnim. code: discontinue use of illegal space and/or hot water heater and provide filed for & approved heater which obtains combustion air directly from outside the building or approved central system wall unit north room 2nd sty apt 2.

    Aug 26, 2005

    Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 5

  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    May 22, 2012

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

    Work without a permit. noted: const. of ext. at roof level approx. 20' long 8' high, white aluminum siding. no permit available at time of inspection remedy: obtain permit or return premises to prior legal condition

    Jun 25, 2001

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

    Work without a permit. work noted: construction of an extension at roof level. extension is approx 20' long x bldg width x 8' high extension has windows and is finished with white aluminum remedy: obtain a permit or restore premise to prior legal condition

    Dec 20, 1999

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

    Work without a permit. work noted: work noted: having installed an ex tension at roof level: extension is timber frame and project 4' above roof level remedy: obtain a permit or restore to prior legal conditions

    Nov 24, 1999

    Vp-violation unserved ecb-active
  • Construction other optional

    Work without a permit. work noted: having erected a dormer off of rear section of roof to raise ceiling height of attic. no permit posted remedy:" stop all work. obtain a permit if feasible or remove illegal work

    Apr 1, 1999

    Vw-violation work without permit - active

ECB violations · 12

  • Class - 3

    Failure to maintain bldg in code-compliant manner.note:at the south (front) and west (left side) sides of bldg missing asphalt shingles/ siding throughout. rmdy: repair and/or replace defects.

    May 7, 2013 · Penalty $230

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Work w/o a permit. note: at roof level a structure apprx 25'w x 10'd x10'h with roof, a window and vinyl siding has been erected, no permit on file for work done. rmdy: obtain permit or return to prior legal co

    May 7, 2013

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply w/commissioner's order contained in nov#35000718r issued on 3/26/13. for work w/o a permit extension at roof. rmdy: complywith the commissioner's order.

    May 4, 2013

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Work w/o permit. note extension constructed on roof of existing bldg. wood frame structure w/vinyl siding. structure approx 25'long x 18'ft wide & 8'ft in height erected on top of existing bldg. remedy: obtain

    Mar 26, 2013

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work without a permit- noted- const. of ext. at roof level approx. 20' long x bldg. as pth x 8 high - white aluminum siping. at permits available at the of inspection. remedy- obtain a permit forth with and bri

    Jun 25, 2001 · Penalty $2,500

    Active
  • Non-hazardous

    Work without a permit : work noted: construction of an extension at roof level extension is approx. 20 long x bldg. width x 8 high exten- sion has window and is finished with white aluminum. remedy: obtain a

    Dec 20, 1999 · Penalty $2,500

    Active
  • Non-hazardous

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the department records. two family dwelling converted to a (4) four family dwelling. (each floor is an apartment). remedy: discontinue illegal use or amend the c/o.

    Aug 19, 1999 · Penalty $2,500

    Active
  • Non-hazardous

    Work without a permit. work noted: having erected an extension to the rear of attic on the roof. part of extension sits on roof of adjacent property. remedy: obtain a permit if feasible or remove extension on

    Aug 19, 1999 · Penalty $2,500

    Active
  • Hazardous

    Residence altered for occupancy as a dwelling for more than the legally approved number of families. building department records whichindicates residence legally approved for two families, residence now

    Aug 8, 1999 · Penalty $7,000

    Active
  • Hazardous

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by building department records. illegal occupancy noted legal two family converted to an illegal three family. note at basement level full partition walls erected crea

    Aug 8, 1999 · Penalty $2,500

    Active
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  • Non-hazardous

    Work without a permit work noted having erected a dormer off of rear section of roof to rasie ceiling hight of attic no permit posted remedy stop all work obtain a permit if feasible or remove all illegal work

    Apr 1, 1999 · Penalty $2,500

    Active
  • Non-hazardous

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the building department records. premises occupied as a three familiy c/o number 138745 states two families total. discontinue illegal use.

    Apr 1, 1999 · Penalty $2,500

    Active

Complaints

  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Sep 5, 2026 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Feb 23, 2012 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Carbon monoxide

    Feb 23, 2012 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • General

    Mailbox

    Feb 23, 2012 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Feb 23, 2012 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • General

    Stairs

    Feb 23, 2012 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • General

    Stairs

    Feb 23, 2012 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Jan 17, 2004 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Illegal

    Mar 31, 2003 · Apt G FL

    Close
  • Heating

    Space heater

    Mar 7, 2003 · Apt G FL

    Close
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  • Nonconst

    Smoke detector

    Mar 7, 2003 · Apt G FL

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Sewer

    Mar 7, 2003 · Apt G FL

    Close
  • General

    Mailbox

    Mar 7, 2003 · Apt G FL

    Close
  • General

    Doors

    Mar 7, 2003 · Apt G FL

    Close

Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

Sales come from the NYC Department of Finance rolling sales file.

Building details

Building type
Two-family home (B2)
Year built
1899
Floors
3
Residential units
2
Building area
3,124 ft²
Lot area
2,228 ft²
Zoning
R6
Community board
301
Council district
34
Block / lot
2429 / 23
Assessed value
$193,260
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #814833, last renewed Jan 12, 2026.

Questions about 85 South 4 Street

Who owns 85 South 4 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Cooper, Jasper.

Does 85 South 4 Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 19 housing violations at this property.

Is 85 South 4 Street 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 85 South 4 Street built?

City records list 1899 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 85 South 4 Street?

It has 2 residential units.

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