259 Boerum Street
Brooklyn, NY 11206BBL 3-03073-0080Map
Owner of record: 259 Boerum St LLC
259 Boerum Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1920 in Brooklyn, 11206. It has 5 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is 259 Boerum St LLC. HPD has recorded 68 housing violations here, most recently on June 6, 2025.
- HPD violations
- 68
- DOB violations
- 41
- ECB violations
- 15
- HPD complaints
- 14
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 · 68
- 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 6, 2025
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 9, 2024
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 17, 2023
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.
Mar 21, 2023
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Sep 18, 2022 · Apt 3L
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system .. at boiler room
Sep 18, 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.
Feb 23, 2022
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.
Feb 23, 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 7, 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 16, 2018
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.
Nov 20, 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 4, 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 7, 2015
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.
Feb 17, 2015
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Fire egress defective. make stationary the iron ladder leading to scuttle opening in roof ... at public hall, 3rd story
Jan 7, 2002
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing :::thomas hubsaman. in the entire apartment located at apt 3r, 3rd story, apartment at south
Jan 7, 2002 · Apt 3R
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing ( katie plack ) in the entire apartment located at apt 1stfl, 1st story
Jul 11, 2001 · Apt 1STFL
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective sheet rock east wall at public hall, 1st story
Jul 11, 2001
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Replace with new the missing ceramic floor tiles at public hall, 1st story
Jul 11, 2001
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide temporary seal up of all accessible openings to vacant building er1
Jun 23, 1999
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
D26-16.01 adm code repair the flushing apparatus and maintain same so as to flush effectively the water closet 3 sty apt 3r bathroom. , section '' ''
Sep 21, 1987 · Apt 3R
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
D26-10.01 adm code replace with new the missing window chains southwest window 3 sty apt 3r south room. , section '' ''
Sep 21, 1987 · Apt 3R
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
D26-10.01 adm code & 309 m/d law abate the nuisance consisting of drop ceiling 3 sty apt 3r. , section '' ''
Sep 21, 1987 · Apt 3R
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
D26-10.01 adm code properly repair the broken or defective window casing 3 sty apt 3r center room. , section '' ''
Sep 21, 1987 · Apt 3R
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
D26-10.01 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective metal ceiling 3 sty apt 3r kitchen. , section '' ''
Sep 21, 1987 · Apt 3R
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
D26-10.01 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color walls & ceiling 3 sty apt 3r bathroom & center room. , section '' ''
Sep 21, 1987 · Apt 3R
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code remove all encumbrances consisting of refrigerator 3 sty public hall.
Oct 22, 1985
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
D26-10.01 adm code properly secure the loose window sash 3 sty apt 4r thru out. located at apt 4r
Oct 22, 1985 · Apt 4R
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
D26-20.08,20.09 adm code provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations missing 3 sty apt 4r. located at apt 4r
Oct 22, 1985 · Apt 4R
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
D26-10.01 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective cement floor 3 sty apt 4r bathroom. located at apt 4r
Oct 22, 1985 · Apt 4R
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
D26-10.01 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color wall & ceiling 3 sty apt 4r thru out. located at apt 4r
Oct 22, 1985 · Apt 4R
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
D26-16.01 adm code reset, so as to secure a proper and tight connection, the water closet bowl 3 sty apt 4r bathroom. located at apt 4r
Oct 22, 1985 · Apt 4R
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
D26-16.01 adm code repair by closing so as to be gas-tight all openings in the waste pipe sink 3 sty apt 4r kitchen. located at apt 4r
Oct 22, 1985 · Apt 4R
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
D26-16.01 adm code repair the leaky and/or defective faucets sink 3 sty apt 4r kitchen er1. located at apt 4r
Oct 22, 1985 · Apt 4R
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
D26-10.01 adm code properly repair the broken or defective cabinet 3 sty apt 4r kitchen. located at apt 4r
Oct 22, 1985 · Apt 4R
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
D26-16.01 adm code repair the flushing apparatus and maintain same so as to flush effectively the water closet 3 sty apt 4r bathroom. located at apt 4r
Oct 22, 1985 · Apt 4R
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
D26-10.01 adm code replace with new the broken or defective glass skylight over public hall roof.
Jun 25, 1985
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
D26-19.05 adm code provide adequate light of not less than 60 watts incandescent or equivalent illumination all sty public hall.
Jun 25, 1985
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
D26-10.01 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood shingles front exterior wall 1 sty .
Jun 25, 1985
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
D26-10.01 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective masonry material rear exterior wall 1 sty .
Jun 25, 1985
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
D26-10.01 adm code replace with new the missing 40 watts light bulb fixture rear yard.
Jun 25, 1985
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
D26-12.03 adm code and dept. rules and regulations. scrape and remove rust scales and paint with 2 coats of paint fire escape rear all stys all parts.
Jun 25, 1985
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code remove all encumbrances consisting of refrigerator with locking device intact 3 sty public hall.
Jun 25, 1985
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code fire egress defective. make stationary the iron ladder leading to scuttle opening in roof 3 sty public hall.
Jun 25, 1985
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code and dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes all stys rear
Jun 25, 1985
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
D26-10.01 adm code replace with new the missing glass in transom over door street vestibule.
Jun 25, 1985
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
D26-10.01 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective plaster board ceiling cellar thru out.
Jun 25, 1985
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
D26-10.01 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective metal clg 1 sty pub hall rear.
Jun 25, 1985
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
D26-10.01 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective plaster board fire retardant ceiling cellar at rear.
Jun 25, 1985
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
D26-10.01 adm code replace with new the missing glass insert entrance vestibule 1 sty public hall.
Jun 18, 1985
Closed — Violation closed
DOB building violations · 41
- 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 2020 external low pressure inspection
Jun 30, 2023
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2021 external low pressure inspection
Jun 30, 2023
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 2019 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 - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2017 inspection report
Nov 8, 2019
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2016 inspection report
Apr 6, 2018
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2015 inspection report
Feb 24, 2017
Dob violation - active
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- Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2014 inspection report
Oct 1, 2015
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2013 inspection report
Mar 3, 2015
Dob violation - active - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Jun 18, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2012 inspection report
May 15, 2014
Dob violation - active - Construction other optional
Fail to maintain:3story&cellar,wood framed,class 3,non-fireproof,resdl bldg.stud bearing wall@exp 4-rear 50% has rotted,split,missing members exp3 stucco bulging,partially collapsed. 2nd fljoist framing doesn't have sufficient bearing at rear.repair to be performed under permit & under direction of lic pe or ra.drawings to be filed by may 23, 2014
Apr 25, 2014
Dob violation - active - Emergency none
Egncy-emergency none
Mar 31, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Jan 15, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Jan 15, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Jan 15, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Jan 15, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Jan 15, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2011 inspection report
Mar 1, 2013
Dob violation - active - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Oct 3, 2012
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Oct 3, 2012
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2010 inspection report
Dec 13, 2011
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Lblvio-low pressure boiler boiler required
Dec 31, 2009
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 1, 2009
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 3, 2008
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 19, 2007
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 6, 2006
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 31, 2005
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 13, 2004
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 - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 7, 2000
Dob violation - dismissed - Unsafe buildings none
Ub-unsafe buildings none
Jun 28, 1999
V%*-dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 16, 1999
Dob violation - dismissed - Immediate emergency anythingoptional
Imegncy-immediate emergency anythingoptional
Dec 1, 1998
Dob violation - active - Construction other optional
Hazardous
Jul 24, 1998
Dob violation - active - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
May 4, 1998
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Sep 16, 1997
Dob violation - dismissed
ECB violations · 15
- Class - 2
B265 as per class (b265) 28-303.7 failure to file a complete boiler inspection report as per dob records. submit a current bo9 report.
Apr 17, 2017
Resolve - Class - 1
Unlawfull acts.failure to comply w/ an order of the comm's.note:vacateorder #278/2013 issued to apt #2r & 3r due to structural damage to exterior walls.@ time of reinsp.found all structurial work @ exterior & i
Oct 28, 2015
Resolve - Class - 2
Permit holder fail to provide access and /or expose work on active site. noted: premises under permit #320953134 with expiration date 10/05/2015,having const actvity at time of inspection and refusing access to
Jan 20, 2015 · Penalty $10,000
Resolve - Class - 2
Fail to comply w/the comm's order to file a c of o w/the dob for notice of violation #35091101n issued on 03/17/14 pursuant to 28-204.4 & ircny 102-01.expo 3 stucco wall in disrepair.rem:file a c of c
Jul 2, 2014 · Penalty $4,000
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain building walls noted at exposure (3)masonry stuccowall in disrepair cracked loose and missing throughout.remedy:maintainbuilding walls.
Mar 17, 2014 · Penalty $5,000
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain bldg in code-compliant. manner. noted: very large bulge in exterior masonry wall, at passageway between 259 & 261 boerumst. noted: this condition poses a serious hazard & requires immediate
Jul 17, 2013 · Penalty $5,000
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain bldg wall(s) or appurtenances.noted:right side exterior wall is bulging out towards the adjacent premises by the 1st flrlevel.rmdy: maintain exterior building wall.
May 4, 2013 · Penalty $10,000
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain bldg wall. noted: right side ext wall has bulging masonary/stucco coating not properly secured to substrate. remedy: maintain & repair defect.
Mar 4, 2013 · Penalty $25,000
Resolve - Class - 1
Failto maintain bldg in code-compliant manner.noted:@right side,severe bulging of 1st fl masonry coating in areaway of 261 boerum.bulging cement coat is so severe it may fall into areaway of adj property.2 prio
Jan 30, 2013 · Penalty $10,000
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain bldg walls or appurtenances: note wall @ exp #4 isbulging approx 1 foot outward towards #261. numerious (sten) cracks instucco veneer: windows @ exp #1 are seperating from brick openings.
Dec 26, 2012 · Penalty $10,000
Resolve
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- Class - 1
Failure to maintain bldg in a code-compliant manner. at time of inspection observed rear yard to have illegal excessive storage of construction debris, approx 5-10 cu yds. rear yard is only approx 3' x 25' and
Jul 13, 2012 · Penalty $5,000
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain bldg walls or appurtenances.noted:along exposure 4 side wall along passage way is severely bulging from load bearing wall.has possibly failed & in danger of potential collapse.@ rear yard pa
Jul 12, 2012 · Penalty $5,000
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Failure to maintain exterior building wall. defect is: wall is bulgingapprox. 3" at 2nd story south west wall. 2) horizontal crack approx. 2" between 2nd & 3rd story. 3) windows broken and missing at front, at
Jul 21, 1999 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Hazardous
Failure to maintain exterior bldg wall. defect is: the stucco on the side walls is cracked & bulging & in danger of falling into side yard of 260 boerum st. remedy: make safe, maintain exterior bldg walls, ob
Nov 30, 1998 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Hazardous
Failure to maintain exterior building wall. hazardous defects are: at 2nd flr front frame wall bulging approx. 3" out of plumbs. asbestos siding shingles loose & missing in various locations. remedy: obtain
Jul 24, 1998 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve
Complaints
- Unsanitary condition
Mold
Oct 12, 2023 · Apt 1F
Close - Unsanitary condition
Sewage
Oct 12, 2023 · Apt 1F
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Aug 29, 2023 · Apt 1F
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Aug 29, 2023 · Apt 1F
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Jun 21, 2019 · Apt 3L
Close - General
Cooking gas
Jul 11, 2018 · Apt 2L
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 11, 2011 · Apt 3FLR
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 7, 2005 · Apt 1F
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Jan 7, 2005 · Apt 1F
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Jan 7, 2005 · Apt 1F
Close
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- Heating
Heat related
Jan 14, 2004 · Apt 1 R
Close - General
Cooking gas
Jan 14, 2004 · Apt 1 R
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 13, 2004 · Apt 3L
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 8, 2004 · Apt 3L
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C2)
- Year built
- 1920
- Floors
- 3
- Residential units
- 5
- Building area
- 3,375 ft²
- Lot area
- 1,223 ft²
- Zoning
- M1-2
- Community board
- 301
- Council district
- 34
- Block / lot
- 3073 / 80
- Assessed value
- $571,950
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #335125, last renewed Sep 9, 2025.
Questions about 259 Boerum Street
Who owns 259 Boerum Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 259 Boerum St LLC.
Does 259 Boerum Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 68 housing violations at this property.
Is 259 Boerum 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 259 Boerum Street built?
City records list 1920 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 259 Boerum Street?
It has 5 residential units.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.