256 Jefferson Street
Brooklyn, NY 11237BBL 3-03174-0022Map
Owner of record: 256 Jefferson Ymj LLC
256 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 256 Jefferson Ymj LLC. HPD has recorded 149 housing violations here, most recently on November 29, 2024. City tax records listed 6 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.
- HPD violations
- 149
- DOB violations
- 24
- ECB violations
- 7
- HPD complaints
- 410
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
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 · 149
- 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 29, 2024
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 25, 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 9, 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 18, 2018
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
§ 213, subd. 5 m/d law discontinue use of interior room for living or provide a single opening of at least 60 percent of area of the partition to room having window opening directly to street or yard ... in the 3rd room from north located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Aug 9, 2017 · Apt 3L
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of uncapped gas line in the kitchen located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Aug 9, 2017 · Apt 3L
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Aug 9, 2017 · Apt 3L
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 1l, 1st story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Aug 9, 2017 · Apt 1L
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective in the entire apartment located at apt 1l, 1st story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Aug 9, 2017 · Apt 1L
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures at range stove in the kitchen located at apt 3l, 3rd story, apartment at north
Apr 28, 2017 · Apt 3L
Closed — Violation dismissed
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- CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of uncapped radiator at public hall, 1st story
Jul 25, 2016
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from window to fire escape or provide approved type gate at east 2 window in the kitchen located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jul 21, 2016 · Apt 3L
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Refit the upper and lower sashes at the windows in the entire apartment located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jul 21, 2016 · Apt 3L
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Refit upper and lower window sashes. in the entire apartment located at apt 3l, 3rd story
Jul 18, 2016 · Apt 3L
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from window to fire escape or provide approved type gate ... in the kitchen located at apt 3l, 3rd story
Jul 18, 2016 · Apt 3L
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective window glass pane. in the 3rd room from east located at apt 3l, 3rd story
Jul 18, 2016 · Apt 3L
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly secure the loose iron gate at building front
Jul 17, 2016
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of uncapped radiator valve at public hall, 1st story
Jul 17, 2016
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective interior glass at window lower sash in the 1st room from north located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jul 17, 2016 · Apt 3L
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from window to fire escape or provide approved type gate , in the kitchen located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jul 17, 2016 · Apt 3L
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective counter balance at window lower sash in the kitchen located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jul 17, 2016 · Apt 3L
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Arrange and make self-closing the doors in the entrance located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jul 17, 2016 · Apt 3L
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jul 17, 2016 · Apt 1R
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective in the entire apartment located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jul 17, 2016 · Apt 1R
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from window to fire escape or provide approved type gate , in the kitchen located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jul 17, 2016 · Apt 1R
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from window to fire escape or provide approved type gate , in the kitchen located at apt 1l, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jul 17, 2016 · Apt 1L
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color north wall in the 3rd room from north located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
May 11, 2016 · Apt 1R
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color east wall in the kitchen located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
May 11, 2016 · Apt 1R
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color all walls & ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
May 11, 2016 · Apt 1R
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 1l, 21st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Aug 17, 2015 · Apt 1L
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the 1st room from north, the kitchen , the bathroom located at apt 1l, 21st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Aug 17, 2015 · Apt 1L
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of rodents rats in the entire apartment located at apt 1l, 21st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Aug 17, 2015 · Apt 1L
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the south wall in the 3rd room from north located at apt 1l, 21st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Aug 17, 2015 · Apt 1L
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) north wall in the 3rd room from north located at apt 1l, 21st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Aug 17, 2015 · Apt 1L
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 1l, 21st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Aug 17, 2015 · Apt 1L
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Provide adequate lighting at or near the outside of the front entranceway of the building and keep same burning from sunset every day to sunrise on the day following 200 watts minimum required (lightfixtures present)
Jun 11, 2015
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
May 21, 2015 · Apt 1R
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Provide fire proof door to boiler room at basement
May 21, 2015
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retarding ceiling at basement throughout
May 21, 2015
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from window to fire escape or provide approved type gate at south window in the kitchen located at apt 1l, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
May 21, 2015 · Apt 1L
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes consisting of flower pots and shopping cart at 2nd and 3rd stories at fire escape
May 21, 2015
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide fire guard
May 21, 2015
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective ceramic tile at south wall in the bathroom located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
May 21, 2015 · Apt 1R
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1l, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
May 21, 2015 · Apt 1L
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Arrange and make self-closing the doors .. in the entrance located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
May 21, 2015 · Apt 1R
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair and abate unsafe electric wiring condition consisting of exposed bx cable throughout at basement
May 21, 2015
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 10, 2015 · Apt 3L
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Post and maintain a proper notice on wall of the entrance story in english and spanish on the availability of the agency?s housing information guide. a sample notice can be found at www.nyc.gov/hpd.
Mar 10, 2015
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Replace with new the missing balasters at balastrate 1st to 2nd story and 2nd to 3rd story at public hall
Mar 10, 2015
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from window to fire escape or provide approved type gate .. in the kitchen located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 10, 2015 · Apt 3L
Closed — Violation closed
DOB building violations · 24
- 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 for failure to file annual boiler 2015 inspection report
Feb 24, 2017
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
May 20, 2016
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2014 inspection report
Oct 1, 2015
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Aug 12, 2015
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
Filed a certificate form, application etc. containing a material false statement(s) under job application permit #320958549 alt-2 on section (#26 is a check mark" no" remain occupancy and no rent control stabilization /remedy: comply with code
May 21, 2015
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2012 inspection report
May 15, 2014
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 - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 3, 2008
Dob violation - dismissed
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- 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 - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 19, 2003
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 27, 2001
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
Mar 16, 1999
Dob violation - dismissed - 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 - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 10, 1997
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Aug 29, 1995
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jun 1, 1994
Dob violation - dismissed - 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 - dismissed
ECB violations · 7
- Class - 2
Unapproved unsafe unsuitable electrical equipment devices appliances apparatus materials or wiring in use.defective fixture wiring in all hallways,wiring is not properly terminated in fixtures.rem comply w/ ec
May 21, 2015
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner.noted: at rear observed storage of material (household) on the fire escape creating a triphazard,also in apt 3l access to fire escape is obstructed with metal
May 21, 2015 · Penalty $1,000
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner. noted: at time of inspection, removal of interior stairs and replace with temporary wooden stairs and handrails with no risers and fire stopping 3rd flr
May 21, 2015 · Penalty $250
Resolve - Class - 2
Electrical work w/o permit.observed @ 215pm temp wiring in basement removed of existing wiring in basement & branch circuit wiring in basement.also observed end line box cover missing in basement.no app on file
May 21, 2015
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner.no fire stopping perbc 712.3,27-345.noted: observed at time of inspection large area of the cellar ceiling, the fire stopping to be missing penetration wall
May 21, 2015 · Penalty $1,000
Resolve - Class - 1
Work w/out permit.work noted:i observed @4:00pm in cellar oil boiler was replaced w/new burham gas boiler & gas fired hot water heater.3/4" gas line is tied into drip leg of gas riser to apt 2d.access was given
May 21, 2015
Resolve - Class - 2
B254,38,15,48a,21b,50a,50b. 50a auto feed cover missing. 50b boiler room fire door defective.
Apr 13, 2009 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve
Complaints
- Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Feb 11, 2026 · Apt 2L
Close - Water leak
Damp spot
Feb 11, 2026 · Apt 2L
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jul 10, 2025 · Apt 2R
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Mar 17, 2021 · Apt 2L
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Sep 25, 2018 · Apt 2R
Close - General
Cooking gas
Apr 21, 2017 · Apt 3L
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 25, 2017 · Apt 1R
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Oct 19, 2016 · Apt 1L
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Oct 19, 2016 · Apt 3L
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Jul 15, 2016 · Apt 3L
Close
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- Door/window
Window frame
Jul 15, 2016 · Apt 3L
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jun 27, 2016 · Apt 3L
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Jun 27, 2016 · Apt 3L
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Jun 27, 2016 · Apt 3L
Close - Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
Jun 27, 2016 · Apt BLDG
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jun 7, 2016 · Apt 1L
Close - Outside building
Roof door/hatch
May 9, 2016 · Apt 1R
Close - Safety
Fire escape
May 9, 2016 · Apt 1R
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
May 9, 2016 · Apt 1R
Close - Door/window
Window frame
May 9, 2016 · Apt 1R
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
May 9, 2016 · Apt 1R
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
May 9, 2016 · Apt 1R
Close - Safety
Smoke detector
May 9, 2016 · Apt 1R
Close - Safety
Carbon monoxide detector
May 9, 2016 · Apt 1R
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Aug 24, 2015 · Apt 2R
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Aug 13, 2015 · Apt 1L
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Aug 13, 2015 · Apt 1L
Close - Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
Aug 13, 2015 · Apt 1L
Close - Outside building
Roof door/hatch
May 7, 2015 · Apt 3L
Close - Door/window
Door
May 7, 2015 · Apt 3L
Close - Door/window
Door
May 7, 2015 · Apt 3L
Close - Safety
Fire escape
May 7, 2015 · Apt 3L
Close - Door/window
Window frame
May 7, 2015 · Apt 3L
Close - Door/window
Window frame
May 6, 2015 · Apt 3L
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
May 6, 2015 · Apt 1L
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Apr 24, 2015 · Apt 1L
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Apr 24, 2015 · Apt 1L
Close - Safety
Smoke detector
Mar 5, 2015 · Apt 3L
Close - Safety
Carbon monoxide detector
Mar 5, 2015 · Apt 3L
Close - Safety
Fire escape
Mar 5, 2015 · Apt 1L
Close - General
Cabinet
Feb 3, 2015 · Apt 3L
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Feb 3, 2015 · Apt 3L
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Feb 3, 2015 · Apt 3L
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Feb 3, 2015 · Apt 3L
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Feb 3, 2015 · Apt 3L
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Feb 3, 2015 · Apt 3L
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Feb 3, 2015 · Apt 3L
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Feb 3, 2015 · Apt 3L
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Feb 3, 2015 · Apt 3L
Close - Flooring/stairs
Stairs
Feb 3, 2015 · Apt 3L
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C2)
- Year built
- 1931
- Floors
- 3
- Residential units
- 6
- Building area
- 4,125 ft²
- Lot area
- 2,500 ft²
- Zoning
- R6
- Community board
- 304
- Council district
- 34
- Block / lot
- 3174 / 22
- Assessed value
- $467,550
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #338034, last renewed Jul 8, 2025.
Questions about 256 Jefferson Street
Who owns 256 Jefferson Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 256 Jefferson Ymj LLC.
Does 256 Jefferson Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 149 housing violations at this property.
Is 256 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 256 Jefferson Street built?
City records list 1931 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 256 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.