85 Newel Street
Brooklyn, NY 11222BBL 3-02650-0024Map
Owner of record: Podbielski, Jacek
85 Newel Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1930 in Brooklyn, 11222. It has 6 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is Podbielski, Jacek. HPD has recorded 121 housing violations here, most recently on May 5, 2026. 31 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 3 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.
- HPD violations
- 121
- DOB violations
- 10
- ECB violations
- 5
- HPD complaints
- 276
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
Counts come from owners' rent-stabilization filings shown on NYC Department of Finance tax bills, as extracted by JustFix. They tell you a building has stabilized apartments, not which ones.
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Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 121
- 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 5, 2026
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing the doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Nov 27, 2024 · Apt 2L
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective intercom system from building front entrance to north wall return buzzer in the kitchen located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Nov 27, 2024 · Apt 2L
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Replace the broken or defective radiator at east in the 1st room from east located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Nov 27, 2024 · Apt 2L
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing the doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Nov 23, 2024 · Apt 2L
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing the doors that is missing or defective hinges at building front entrance door , 1st story
Nov 23, 2024
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing the doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Nov 14, 2024 · Apt 2L
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing the doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Oct 18, 2024 · Apt 2L
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of hot water exceeding the maximum temperature of 130 degrees at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Oct 18, 2024 · Apt 2L
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing the doors that is missing or defective hinges at door to public hall in the 1st room from east located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Oct 18, 2024 · Apt 2L
Closed — Violation closed
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- CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing the doors that is missing or defective hinges at building front entrance door , 1st story
Sep 20, 2024
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jun 9, 2024 · Apt 3L
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing the doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jun 9, 2024 · Apt 3L
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective locking assembly at vestibule door at public hall, 1st story
Nov 19, 2023
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at south wall in the kitchen located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Nov 19, 2023 · Apt 2L
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective in the entrance located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Nov 19, 2023 · Apt 2L
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing the doors that is missing or defective . in the entrance located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Dec 21, 2022 · Apt 2L
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective in the entrance located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Dec 17, 2022 · Apt 2L
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing the doors that is missing or defective . in the entrance located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Dec 6, 2022 · Apt 2L
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at south and north wall in the kitchen located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Nov 29, 2022 · Apt 2L
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective in the entrance located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Nov 29, 2022 · Apt 2L
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective vestibule door at public hall, 1st story
Nov 29, 2022
Open — Nov sent out - 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
Nov 29, 2022
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective vinyl floor tiles at public hall, 2nd story
Nov 29, 2022
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective ... in the entrance located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Nov 14, 2022 · Apt 2L
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant plaster at north wall at public hall, 1st story
Nov 14, 2022
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the north wall at public hall, 1st story
Nov 14, 2022
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective in the entrance located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Oct 10, 2022 · Apt 2L
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective in the entire apartment located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Sep 28, 2022 · Apt 2L
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Sep 28, 2022 · Apt 2L
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective in the entrance located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Sep 28, 2022 · Apt 2L
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
§ 300 m/d law file plans and application and legalize the following alteration or restore to the legal condition existing prior to the making of said alteration drop ceiling acustical tiles in the bathroom located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Sep 28, 2022 · Apt 2L
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color north wall in the kitchen located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Sep 28, 2022 · Apt 2L
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Provide a safe and adequate supply of electric service to the fixtures at ceiling at public hall, 2nd story
Mar 7, 2022
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective return bell buzzer from first story vestibule to bell buzzer at north wall in the kitchen located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Feb 28, 2022 · Apt 2L
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Provide adequate light of not less than 60 watts incandescent or equivalent illumination at building front yard
Feb 28, 2022
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
§ 300 m/d law file plans and application and legalize the following alteration or restore to the legal condition existing prior to the making of said alteration suspended accoustical tiles at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Dec 22, 2021 · Apt 2L
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Code: arrange and make self-closing the doors in the entrance located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Dec 22, 2021 · Apt 2L
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective bell and buzzer return system in the kitchen located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Dec 22, 2021 · Apt 2L
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective bell buzza system in front of the building , 2nd story
Nov 10, 2021
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 12, 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.
Oct 31, 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 19, 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 28, 2017
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective plaster wall at south wall at public hall, 2nd story
Aug 7, 2017
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire rated sheetrock at south wall at public hall, 2nd story
Aug 7, 2017
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Post a sign indicating hours of collection and method of collection of waste material where dumbwaiter service is not provided. at public hall, 1st story
Aug 7, 2017
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling at public hall, 2nd story
Aug 7, 2017
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective plastered ceiling at public hall, 2nd story
Aug 7, 2017
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
Aug 7, 2017
Closed — Violation closed
DOB building violations · 10
- Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2024 external low pressure inspection
Nov 14, 2025
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2023 external low pressure inspection
Sep 23, 2024
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2018 external low pressure inspection
Jun 20, 2023
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2022 external low pressure inspection
Apr 25, 2023
Dob violation - active - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Sep 23, 2015
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Sep 23, 2015
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Sep 23, 2015
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 26, 2002
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
May 4, 1998
Dob violation - dismissed
ECB violations · 5
- Class - 2
Work without a permit; noted: observed new opening with door was installed at the right side rear of 3rd floor apt. # 3l. bedroom. appl. # b00770657 was filed to renovate apt. # 3r only., obtain all permits
Nov 25, 2024
Resolve - Class - 2
Electrical work w/o permit. observed at 10:40am in apt#3l new panel box,branch wiring,outlets switches boxes & a new riser from the basementup. remedy: obtain permit.
Jan 20, 2017
Resolve - Class - 1
Construction work w/o a permit at above date/place of occurrence at apprx 1330 hours i observed the following:interior construction of aptat cellar level.erection of full height partitions creating three to
Jul 1, 2015 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Class - 1
Plumbing work w/o a permit at above date/location at apprx 1330 hrs i observed the following: installation of new hot and cold water lines &wastelines throughout cellar.installation of water lines for 3pc bath
Jul 1, 2015 · Penalty $1,600
Resolve - Class - 1
Electrical work w/o a permit at above date/location at apprx 1330 hrs i observed the following: newly installed electrical components throughout cellar, including new general wiring,new outlets,new switches,and
Jul 1, 2015 · Penalty $1,600
Resolve
Complaints
- Safety
Smoke detector
Nov 26, 2025 · Apt 2L
Close - Safety
Carbon monoxide detector
Nov 26, 2025 · Apt 2L
Close - Door/window
Door
Nov 26, 2025 · Apt 2L
Close - Plumbing
Radiator
Dec 12, 2024 · Apt 2L
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 2, 2024 · Apt 2L
Close - General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
Dec 2, 2024 · Apt 2L
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Nov 30, 2024 · Apt 2L
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Nov 29, 2024 · Apt 2L
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Nov 27, 2024 · Apt 2L
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Nov 27, 2024 · Apt 2L
Close
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- General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
Nov 24, 2024 · Apt 2L
Close - Plumbing
Radiator
Nov 24, 2024 · Apt 2L
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Nov 24, 2024 · Apt 2L
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Nov 23, 2024 · Apt 2L
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Nov 21, 2024 · Apt 2L
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Nov 14, 2024 · Apt 2L
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Nov 12, 2024 · Apt 2L
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Oct 27, 2024 · Apt 2L
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Oct 25, 2024 · Apt 2L
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Oct 20, 2024 · Apt 2L
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Oct 17, 2024 · Apt 2L
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Oct 15, 2024 · Apt 12
Close - General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
Jul 18, 2024 · Apt 2L
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jun 9, 2024 · Apt 2L
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jun 9, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jun 9, 2024 · Apt 2L
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Jun 9, 2024 · Apt 2L
Close - Door/window
Door
Jun 9, 2024 · Apt 2L
Close - General
Janitor/super
Jun 9, 2024 · Apt 2L
Close - General
Signage missing
Jun 9, 2024 · Apt 2L
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jun 8, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jun 8, 2024 · Apt 3L
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jun 8, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jun 8, 2024 · Apt ENTIRE
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jun 8, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jun 8, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jun 8, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jun 8, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Door/window
Door
Feb 25, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Nov 17, 2023 · Apt 2L
Close - General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
Sep 14, 2023 · Apt FRONTD
Close - Electric
Wiring
Sep 14, 2023 · Apt FRONTD
Close - Door/window
Door
Sep 14, 2023 · Apt FRONTD
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Dec 22, 2022 · Apt 2L
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Dec 21, 2022 · Apt 2L
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Dec 21, 2022 · Apt 2L
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Dec 20, 2022 · Apt 2L
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Dec 19, 2022 · Apt 2L
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Dec 18, 2022 · Apt 2L
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Dec 17, 2022 · Apt 2L
Close
Sales history
| Date | Price | Type | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 29, 2026 | Non-market transfer | Rentals - walkup apartments | 6 |
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C2)
- Year built
- 1930
- Floors
- 3
- Residential units
- 6
- Building area
- 4,875 ft²
- Lot area
- 2,500 ft²
- Zoning
- R6B
- Community board
- 301
- Council district
- 33
- Block / lot
- 2650 / 24
- Assessed value
- $855,000
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #320801, last renewed Nov 1, 2025.
Questions about 85 Newel Street
Who owns 85 Newel Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Podbielski, Jacek.
Does 85 Newel Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 121 housing violations at this property.
Is 85 Newel Street rent stabilized?
NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 3 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 50% of its 6 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.
When was 85 Newel Street built?
City records list 1930 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 85 Newel Street?
It has 6 residential units.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.