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59 Herbert Street

Brooklyn, NY 11222BBL 3-02827-0029Map

Owner of record: Farino Josephine

59 Herbert Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1920 in Brooklyn, 11222. It has 4 residential units across 2 floors. The owner of record is Farino Josephine. HPD has recorded 46 housing violations here, most recently on May 4, 2026. 34 of the 46 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 6 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2019.

HPD violations
46
DOB violations
13
ECB violations
0
HPD complaints
13

What to know

Concern
1 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation May 4, 2026

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

Rent-stabilized units in 2019
6
About 100% of the building's 4 apartments

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.

Stabilized units by tax-bill year

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Violations

Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.

HPD housing violations · 46

  • A

    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
  • 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 20, 2025

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    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

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    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

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    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 23, 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.

    Nov 10, 2022

    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.

    Feb 25, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    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 25, 2022

    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.

    Apr 9, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    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 9, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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  • 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 24, 2017

    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 9, 2016

    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.

    Oct 9, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the foyer located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jun 23, 2006 · Apt 2L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in north-2 room and in the 1st room from north located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jun 23, 2006 · Apt 2L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of exposed elecrtical wire at east and south walls in the 1st room from north located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jun 23, 2006 · Apt 2L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of exposed electrical wire at north wall in the 3rd room from north located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jun 23, 2006 · Apt 2L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of exposed electrical wire at ceiling and south wall and make all electrical outlets operable in the kitchen located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jun 23, 2006 · Apt 2L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of exposed electrical wire at ceiling in the 2nd room from north located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jun 23, 2006 · Apt 2L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Replace with new the missing electrical light fixture at ceiling in the 1st room from north located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jun 23, 2006 · Apt 2L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly secure the loose electrical light fixture at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jun 23, 2006 · Apt 2L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective wood baseboard in the 3rd room from north located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jun 23, 2006 · Apt 2L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all walls and ceiling in the entire apartment located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jun 23, 2006 · Apt 2L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color all walls and ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jun 23, 2006 · Apt 2L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling, north and south walls in the bathroom located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jun 23, 2006 · Apt 2L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. in the entire apartment located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jun 23, 2006 · Apt 2L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Replace with new the missing wood baseboard in the foyer located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jun 23, 2006 · Apt 2L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Replace with new the missing cabinets in the kitchen located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jun 23, 2006 · Apt 2L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Replace with new the missing stove in the kitchen located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jun 23, 2006 · Apt 2L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Replace with new the missing electrical light fixture at ceiling in the 2nd room from north located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jun 23, 2006 · Apt 2L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tile floor bathroom 2 sty apt 4. , section '' ''

    Jan 19, 1989 · Apt 4

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code refit door unhinged 2 sty east apt 2 room from rear. , section '' ''

    Jan 19, 1989 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective ceiling light fixture 2 sty east apt 2r bathroom. located at apt 2r

    Jan 19, 1989 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Provide adequate light of not less than 60 watts incandescent or equivalent illumination 1 to 2 sty public hall.

    Jan 19, 1989

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations missing 2 sty east apt 2r. located at apt 2r

    Jan 19, 1989 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-12.01 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department interior window frames thru out 2 sty east apt 2r. , section '' ''

    Jan 19, 1989 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-16.01 adm code reset, so as to secure a proper and tight connection, the water closet bowl 2 sty east apt 2r bathroom. , section '' ''

    Jan 19, 1989 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-13.03 adm code abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice & roaches 2 sty east apt 2r. , section '' ''

    Jan 19, 1989 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code provide proper cover for pit cellar front.

    Jan 19, 1989

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Provide a lock and key to the entrance door of dwelling unit and, if a cl a multiple dwelling, also chain door guard entrance 3 sty west apt 3l. , section '' ''

    Jan 14, 1989 · Apt 3L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of peephole to height entrance door 3 sty west apt 3l. , section '' ''

    Jan 14, 1989 · Apt 3L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Refit door entrance 3 sty west apt 3l bathroom. , section '' ''

    Jan 14, 1989 · Apt 3L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Provide a lock and key to the entrance door of dwelling unit and, if a cl a multiple dwelling, also chain door guard 3 sty west apt 3l. , section '' ''

    Jan 14, 1989 · Apt 3L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Arrange and make self-closing the doors entrance 3 sty west apt 3l. , section '' ''

    Jan 14, 1989 · Apt 3L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    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 1 sty public hall & on boiler room door.

    Jan 14, 1989

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly secure the loose handrails street to bldg.

    Jan 14, 1989

    Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 13

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2015 inspection report

    Feb 24, 2017

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2014 inspection report

    Oct 1, 2015

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 19, 2003

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 26, 2002

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 27, 2001

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 7, 2000

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 16, 1999

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    May 4, 1998

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Sep 16, 1997

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Aug 29, 1995

    Dob violation - active
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  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jun 1, 1994

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Aug 16, 1993

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jun 1, 1993

    Dob violation - active

ECB violations · 0

No ECB violations on record

Complaints

  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 16, 2009 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jun 19, 2006 · Apt 2L

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Carbon monoxide

    Jun 19, 2006 · Apt 2L

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Smoke detector

    Jun 19, 2006 · Apt 2L

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Jun 19, 2006 · Apt 2L

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Jun 19, 2006 · Apt 2L

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Jun 19, 2006 · Apt 2L

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Jun 19, 2006 · Apt 2L

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Jun 19, 2006 · Apt 2L

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Jun 19, 2006 · Apt 2L

    Close
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  • Electric

    Lighting

    Jun 19, 2006 · Apt 2L

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Jun 19, 2006 · Apt 2L

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Jun 19, 2006 · Apt 2L

    Close

Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

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

Building details

Building type
Walk-up apartment building (C3)
Year built
1920
Floors
2
Residential units
4
Building area
5,400 ft²
Lot area
2,500 ft²
Zoning
R6
Community board
301
Council district
34
Block / lot
2827 / 29
Assessed value
$975,600
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #328237, last renewed Dec 16, 2025.

Questions about 59 Herbert Street

Who owns 59 Herbert Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Farino Josephine.

Does 59 Herbert Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 46 housing violations at this property.

Is 59 Herbert Street rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 6 rent-stabilized units here in 2019 (about 100% of its 4 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 59 Herbert Street built?

City records list 1920 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 59 Herbert Street?

It has 4 residential units.

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