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255 Jefferson Street

Brooklyn, NY 11237BBL 3-03165-0038Map

Owner of record: 255 Jefferson Usa LLC

255 Jefferson Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1931 in Brooklyn, 11237. It has 6 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is 255 Jefferson Usa LLC. HPD has recorded 19 housing violations here, most recently on September 16, 2023. 5 of the 19 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 6 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
19
DOB violations
4
ECB violations
12
HPD complaints
439

What to know

Concern
2 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation Sep 16, 2023

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 2024
6
About 100% of the building's 6 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 · 19

  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective intercom system from building entrance to east wall in the kitchen located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 16, 2023 · Apt 3L

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective , in the entrance located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 16, 2023 · Apt 3L

    Open — Invalid certification
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). both units defective in the entire apartment located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 16, 2023 · Apt 3L

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector both units defective in the entire apartment located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 16, 2023 · Apt 3L

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at south wall of vestibule , 1st story

    Sep 16, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at south wall of vestibule , 1st story

    Sep 16, 2023

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Provide adequate light of not less than 60 watts incandescent or equivalent illumination at ceiling at public hall, 1st story

    Sep 16, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective ... in the entrance located at apt 1l, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Aug 22, 2023 · Apt 1L

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at west wall at lower level apt in the 2nd room from east located at apt 1l, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jul 12, 2023 · Apt 1L

    Open — Nov certified late
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approximately 2 sq feet of mold at west wall at lower level room in the 2nd room from east located at apt 1l, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jul 12, 2023 · Apt 1L

    Closed — Violation closed
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  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approximately 2 sq feet of mold at west wall at lower level room in the 2nd room from east located at apt 1l, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south original violation 16091404 issued 12-jul-23 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code §27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).

    Jul 12, 2023 · Apt 1L

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • A

    Post and maintain a street number on the front of the dwelling plainly visible from the sidewalk.

    Jul 5, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective light fixture at ceiling at public hall, 1st story

    Jul 5, 2023

    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
  • 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
  • C

    Properly repair the broken or defective heavy duty mortise lock and assembly for building entrance door from street , 1st story

    Nov 5, 2020

    Open — Invalid certification
  • 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 18, 2018

    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 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.

    Oct 9, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed

DOB building violations · 4

  • 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 31, 2005

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 16, 1999

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    May 15, 1991

    Vp*-violation unserved ecb- dismissed

ECB violations · 12

  • Class - 1

    Sec. 28-201.1 failure to comply with comm-order to obtain a permit perviolation #34622931x installing brick (veneer),steel leader (ect) w/o permit. remedy: correct conditions citied in #3462293k.

    Oct 28, 2008 · Penalty $8,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Work w/o a permit work noted 1 sty extension (approx 10x30x8) erected at rear of apt 1r remedy: obtain permit or restore to prior legal condition

    Aug 15, 2008 · Penalty $4,000

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    27-127,27-147 b4a,bq9,32a,47,50a,50b,50c,50d,50e,50f,50g (50a) bq9 no fb permit filed w/ dob for the replacement of fired burner (50b) flue pipe not properly sealed to chimney (50c) pip safety or relief valve u

    Jun 14, 2008 · Penalty $5,000

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to comply with an order of the commissioner to correct violation #34622931x for installing brick veneer, installed steel lintels at window openings & erection of 1 story addition at the rear of the bldg

    May 12, 2008 · Penalty $5,000

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Bq9,b4b,16,21a,32a,36,38,51,51a,50,50a,b,c,d,e,f,g.51-new boiler peerless installed w/o permit.51a-missing ratting plate for new boiler.50-safety valve not mounted upright.50a-missing blow down piping on safety

    Mar 28, 2008

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Work w/o a permit illegal work noted: installed a brick veneer with structural steel lintels at rough openings for windows bldg facade south elevation erected a one story addition at rear yard north at approx

    Dec 18, 2007 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the c of o dept records illegal occupancy noted: existing violation on recrod with depart for illegal extension at rear yard area of refude with ecb 34622931x dob

    Dec 18, 2007 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Exit drop ladder at fire escape landing obstructed hazardous defects noted the storage of glass bottles in plastic case underneath fire escape drop ladder at bilco door landing at rear yard north elevation

    Dec 18, 2007 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    B4a,48a,b,40,50a,b,c,d,e,f.50a-flue pipe not properly sealed to chimney.50b-boiler burner mount not properly sealed.50c-no mixing valve on hot water coil.50d-pipe safety or relief valve down no threaded end.50e

    Jul 3, 2007

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain bldg. - hazardous. defect noted: sections of roofing defective, and let the rain water penetrated ceilings at 3rd fl apartmnts., causing damage to ceilings, flooring; also noted: defective

    Oct 14, 2005 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
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  • Non-hazardous

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by building department records in that building department records shows: ub105/84. entire premises occupied. remedy:discontinue illegal use of occupying premises.

    Oct 29, 1992 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work with out a permit in that sheet rock partitions have erected at cellar, adding four additional room at cellar and premises and occupieat the time of inspection. remedy:demolish all sheet rock partition at

    Oct 20, 1992 · Penalty $350

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 27, 2026 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Feb 24, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Feb 24, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Feb 24, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Feb 24, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Feb 24, 2025 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Jun 10, 2024 · Apt APT1L

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Mar 9, 2024 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Safety

    Fire escape

    Sep 13, 2023 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Safety

    Window guard broken/missing

    Sep 13, 2023 · Apt 3L

    Close
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  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Sep 13, 2023 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Sep 13, 2023 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Sep 13, 2023 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Electric

    No lighting

    Sep 13, 2023 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Sewage

    Sep 13, 2023 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Safety

    Carbon monoxide detector

    Sep 13, 2023 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Aug 16, 2023 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Jul 3, 2023 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Jul 3, 2023 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 2, 2020 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Electric

    Power outage

    Dec 5, 2015 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Mar 20, 2013 · Apt NA

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Apr 23, 2011 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Apr 23, 2011 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Construction

    Roof

    Jun 4, 2010 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 22, 2008 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 2, 2008 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 2, 2008 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 1, 2008 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Dec 1, 2008 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 11, 2008 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 11, 2008 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Oct 30, 2008 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Oct 30, 2008 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Oct 30, 2008 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 30, 2008 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • General

    Mailbox

    Sep 11, 2008 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Sep 11, 2008 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Sep 11, 2008 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • General

    Doors

    Sep 11, 2008 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Sep 11, 2008 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Sep 11, 2008 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Sep 11, 2008 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Sep 11, 2008 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Aug 25, 2008 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Aug 25, 2008 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Aug 25, 2008 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Aug 25, 2008 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Aug 21, 2008 · Apt 2L

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Aug 21, 2008 · 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 (C2)
Year built
1931
Floors
3
Residential units
6
Building area
4,275 ft²
Lot area
2,500 ft²
Zoning
R6
Community board
304
Council district
34
Block / lot
3165 / 38
Assessed value
$485,100
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #348450, last renewed Jul 31, 2026.

Questions about 255 Jefferson Street

Who owns 255 Jefferson Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 255 Jefferson Usa LLC.

Does 255 Jefferson Street have violations?

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

Is 255 Jefferson Street rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 6 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 100% of its 6 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 255 Jefferson Street built?

City records list 1931 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 255 Jefferson 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.