1209 Dekalb Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11221BBL 3-03231-0033Map
Owner of record: Spruce 1209 LLC
1209 Dekalb Avenue is an elevator apartment building built in 2012 in Brooklyn, 11221. It has 127 residential units across 5 floors. The owner of record is Spruce 1209 LLC. HPD has recorded 24 housing violations here, most recently on May 16, 2023. City tax records listed 127 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.
- HPD violations
- 24
- DOB violations
- 55
- ECB violations
- 28
- HPD complaints
- 103
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 · 24
- BHazardous
Refit the fire door at public hall, 1st story, section at west
May 16, 2023
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
§ 329, m/d law and dept. rules and regs. provide a completed certificate of inspection visits in a proper frame at or near mailboxes, bottom edge of frame between 48-62 inches above floor missing at public hall, 1st story
May 16, 2023
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 312, 3rd story, 3rd apartment from west at north
Oct 18, 2022 · Apt 312
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 327, 3rd story, 4th apartment from west at north
May 6, 2022 · Apt 327
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor at bottom of sink base cabinet in the kitchen located at apt 327, 3rd story, 4th apartment from west at north
May 6, 2022 · Apt 327
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood back panel of sink base cabinet in the kitchen located at apt 327, 3rd story, 4th apartment from west at north
May 6, 2022 · Apt 327
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Post and maintain a street number on the front of the dwelling plainly visible from the sidewalk.
Apr 22, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at ceiling at public hall at cellar
Apr 22, 2022
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 216, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Mar 11, 2022 · Apt 216
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective gasket around window panel at south wall in the 2nd room from east at south located at apt 402, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Nov 4, 2021 · Apt 402
Closed — Violation closed
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- BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective gasket around window panel at south wall in the 1st room from east located at apt 402, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Nov 4, 2021 · Apt 402
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 204, 2nd story, 3rd apartment from east at south , section at east
Dec 1, 2020 · Apt 204
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the door in the entrance in the bathroom located at apt 204, 2nd story, 3rd apartment from east at south , section at east
Dec 1, 2020 · Apt 204
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of sprinkler head coated with paint at north wall in the 2nd room from east at south located at apt 204, 2nd story, 3rd apartment from east at south , section at east
Dec 1, 2020 · Apt 204
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 204, 2nd story, 3rd apartment from east at south , section at east
Oct 24, 2020 · Apt 204
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 111, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jun 10, 2020 · Apt 111
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Cleanse to the satisfaction of this department the approximately 6 square feet of ceramic tile surface and grouted joints of visible mold at west wall in the bathroom located at apt 111, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south , section at south
Jun 10, 2020 · Apt 111
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 111, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south , section at south
Jun 10, 2020 · Apt 111
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the nuisance consisting of mold ... at ceiling approx 5 sq feet in the 1st room from north located at apt 127, 1st story, apartment at north
Oct 31, 2018 · Apt 127
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Post and maintain a proper sign on wall of entrance story showing the registration number assigned by the department and the address of the building. at public hall, 1st story
May 29, 2018
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Post and maintain a proper notice on wall of the entrance story in english and spanish on the availability of the agencys housing information guide. a sample notice can be found at www.nyc.gov/hpd. at public hall, 1st story
Jun 8, 2017
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
§ 329, m/d law and dept. rules and regs. provide a completed certificate of inspection visits in a proper frame at or near mailboxes, bottom edge of frame between 48-62 inches above floor .. at public hall, 1st story
Jun 8, 2017
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Post and maintain a proper sign on wall of entrance story showing the registration number assigned by the department and the address of the building. at public hall, 1st story
Jun 8, 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 at public hall, 1st story
Jun 8, 2017
Closed — Violation closed
DOB building violations · 55
- Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Nov 17, 2021
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Nov 17, 2021
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Nov 17, 2021
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Nov 17, 2021
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Nov 17, 2021
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Oct 28, 2020
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Oct 28, 2020
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Oct 28, 2020
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Oct 28, 2020
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 11, 2019
Dob violation - resolved
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- Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 11, 2019
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 11, 2019
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 11, 2019
Dob violation - resolved - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Nov 28, 2018
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 14, 2018
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 14, 2018
Dob violation - resolved - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Mar 21, 2018
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 18, 2017
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 18, 2017
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 18, 2017
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
Cease use
Sep 7, 2016
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 6, 2016
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 6, 2016
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 6, 2016
Dob violation - resolved - Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
Jun 2, 2016
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Oct 9, 2015
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2014 inspection/test
Jun 10, 2015
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 1, 2015
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 1, 2015
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 1, 2015
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 1, 2015
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 3, 2014
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 3, 2014
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 3, 2014
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 3, 2014
Dob violation - resolved - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Feb 10, 2012
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Feb 10, 2012
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Aug 19, 2008
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatoroptional
Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional
Mar 21, 2008
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 3, 2008
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatoroptional
Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional
Apr 2, 2007
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 - Elevator elevatoroptional
Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional
Oct 1, 2005
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 31, 2005
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatoroptional
Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional
Nov 19, 2004
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Jul 6, 2004
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 9, 2003
Dob violation - resolved - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 26, 2002
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
3f5098
Mar 22, 1999
Dob violation - resolved
ECB violations · 28
- Class - 1
Cease use item: inoperative zone lock restrictor. class 2 items: replace worn gibs where needed. expired maintenance log. shorten hoist ropes. top landing qualifies as an illegal vestibule; conform to 2.11.6.5
Aug 13, 2025 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 2
Replace worn gibs where needed. maintenance log not up to date.
Aug 13, 2025
Resolve - Class - 1
97x17.return elevator device to service and file for reinspection
Sep 1, 2018 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 2
97x10)the elevator in building out of service. upon inspection the device is found to be out of service, repair and back to service immediately.
Apr 26, 2018 · Penalty $625
Resolve - Class - 1
*5x10,2x10,57bb10,61a7. 5x-door zone restrictor inoperative. this is a safety device to ensure elevtor passengers safety. repair restrictorand conta t nycdob at [email protected] and 212-393-2435 to return
Mar 30, 2018 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 1
Cease use 5a10, 39b11, 67x10, 80b14, door zone restrictor has been tampered with disabled and rendered inoperative.this is a safety device to ensure t elevator passengers safety.repair and restore and
Sep 22, 2017 · Penalty $1,000
Resolve - Class - 1
Cease use. 5a10,1b10,2b10,41b6,67x10,68b7,20b14. (5a)door zone restrictor has been tampered w/ disabled & rendered inoperative.this is a safety device to ensure elevator passengers safety. repair restrictor & c
Sep 11, 2017 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Class - 2
Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the certificate of occupancy (c of o) or building department records.certificate of occupancy #310068299f,does not allow for dwelling units at cellar level.at time of inspe
Oct 9, 2015 · Penalty $1,200
Resolve - Class - 2
Work w/o a permit.@ time of insp observed @ cellar level as installed full height partitions creating a class"a" apt w/ 3-pc bathroom,l1 bedroom,living room & kitchen.rem:obtain all necessary permits.
Oct 9, 2015 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Class - 2
Job site fence not constructed pursuant to subsection. construction site fence has fallen at east of construction site into rear yard of 278evergreen ave approx 24' of plywood panels. 8' ht. construction fence
Jan 5, 2009 · Penalty $400
Resolve
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- Class - 2
Jobsite fence not constructed pursuant to subsection noted jobsite fence is defective at exp 1 an 8ftx8ft section of fence is missing has fallen onto public sidewalk and is obstructing walkway at exp 2 a 8x4ft
Oct 27, 2008 · Penalty $400
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to safeguard public and property affected by const operations noted at exp 1 jobsite fence gates are leaning and falling toward public sidewalk and a portion of fence is missing open and unguarded to
Oct 27, 2008 · Penalty $1,200
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to safeguard all persons & property affected by construction operations. at time of inspection 40' of construction fence in conjunction w/appl #310068299-03-nb is down, laying on sidewalk forcing
Sep 8, 2008 · Penalty $2,400
Resolve - Class - 2
Job site fence not constructed to pursuant to subsection! hazardous defects noted: construction site,with application for nb #310068299 dm #302395165 exp. 11-19-08,found with excavation and foundation work and
Aug 19, 2008 · Penalty $400
Resolve - Class - 2
Job site fence not constructed pursuant to subsection! noted: construction site,with application for nb 310068299 dm 302395165 exp 11-19-08,found with excavation and foundation work and fence under application
Aug 19, 2008
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to safeguard all person and property affected by demolition operations. noted: at the time of inspection on active demolition site gate and part of fence was broken gate swing open onto the sidewalk.
Jul 10, 2008 · Penalty $2,400
Resolve - Non-hazardous
No dot permit posted. noted: construction(deceased) on demo site of above location. no dot permit for sidewalk crossing posted. remedy: obtain, post permit.
Apr 25, 2008
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Expired permit upon inspection at 1203 dekalb ave 1 stories bldg is in place with sidewalk shed erected to the front facade of this (me story) bldg sidewalk shed permit 301780525 expired on the 12/31/07 no
Jan 5, 2008 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Hazardous
Sidewalk shed doen't meet building code specitications. job#301780525 exp. 12/31/07 defect noted: shed inadequatly lighted w/missing & none working bulbs throughout structure remedy: conform shed to code.
Jan 3, 2008 · Penalty $5,000
Resolve - Hazardous
Failure to maintain building exterior. detect noted: broken & defectedcorrugald metel fence at entry driveway. remedy: maintain gate
Jan 3, 2008 · Penalty $1,600
Resolve - Hazardous
Failure to maintain bldg exterior. defects noted: 1. broken and defective corrugated metal fence at entry to driveway w/opening at left. 2. missing doors on the ext. courtyard 3. dislodged cmu wall at parapet
Aug 13, 2007 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Hazardous
Sidewalk shed does not meet bldg code specifications under application#301780525 exp. 12.31.07 defects noted. 1. no light 2. missing light bulb thoughout w/broken and defective light fixtures. 3. light fixture
Aug 13, 2007 · Penalty $2,000
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Failure to maintain: as noted:at a lot space (vacant) approx 200' x 300' the entrance gates are open and unsecure creating an unsafe condition for the surrounding properties. note: debris are stored, consisting
Jun 18, 2007 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Hazardous
Sidewalk shed not adequately maintained. shed has loose cross posts. location: backyard of 282 evergreen ave. size: shed is approx 200'long location span:front of 1209 dekalb around into yards of 280-272 evergr
May 30, 2007 · Penalty $1,000
Resolve - Hazardous
Failure to maintain bldg. noted: large holes at 1st fl roof leaving structre.open to the elements.interior/exterior has excessive combustible debris strewn thur-out, e.g. wood pallets,mattresses,foam(rolls)
Aug 25, 2006 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Hazardous
Sidewalk shed does not meet bldg code specifications. defect is:no light under sidewalk shed. remedy:conform shed to bldg code
Apr 19, 2006 · Penalty $5,000
Resolve - Hazardous
Sidewlak shed does not meet bldg code specifications. at above premisses. under application# 301780525 a sidewalk shed measuring approx 12'wx 180' l on dekalb ave side east. has no illumination at night and
Apr 14, 2006 · Penalty $2,000
Resolve - Hazardous
Failure to post permit. note:under application# 301780525 along dekalbave, between evergreen ave & bushwick approximately 168ft in length, 15ft width, and 65ft length at the rear of 286 evergreen property
Apr 14, 2006 · Penalty $250
Resolve
Complaints
- Unsanitary condition
Sewage
Jul 14, 2026 · Apt 316
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Feb 2, 2026 · Apt 215
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Sep 11, 2025 · Apt 506
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
May 25, 2025 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 17, 2024 · Apt 316
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Apr 11, 2023 · Apt 521
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Apr 7, 2023 · Apt 521
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Mar 1, 2023 · Apt 308
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 27, 2022 · Apt BLDG
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Nov 18, 2022 · Apt 420
Close
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- Heat/hot water
Entire building
Oct 18, 2022 · Apt 312
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Oct 17, 2022 · Apt 312
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Aug 17, 2022 · Apt 211
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
May 13, 2022 · Apt 509
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
May 12, 2022 · Apt 211
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Apr 26, 2022 · Apt 327
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Apr 21, 2022 · Apt 402
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Apr 21, 2022 · Apt 402
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Apr 21, 2022 · Apt 402
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Apr 21, 2022 · Apt 402
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Apr 18, 2022 · Apt 518
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Apr 18, 2022 · Apt 525
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Apr 18, 2022 · Apt 413
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Apr 18, 2022 · Apt 214
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Apr 18, 2022 · Apt 420
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Apr 7, 2022 · Apt 521
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Apr 2, 2022 · Apt 327
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Mar 10, 2022 · Apt 216
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Mar 10, 2022 · Apt 216
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Mar 10, 2022 · Apt 216
Close - Plumbing
Radiator
Mar 10, 2022 · Apt 216
Close - Door/window
Door
Feb 7, 2022 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 17, 2022 · Apt 504
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 11, 2022 · Apt BLDG
Close - Electric
Outlet/switch
Nov 1, 2021 · Apt 402
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Nov 1, 2021 · Apt 402
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Nov 1, 2021 · Apt 402
Close - Door/window
Door
Sep 7, 2021 · Apt 401
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Nov 18, 2020 · Apt 204
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Oct 16, 2020 · Apt 204
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Oct 16, 2020 · Apt 204
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Oct 16, 2020 · Apt 204
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Oct 14, 2020 · Apt 116
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Oct 13, 2020 · Apt 401
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Oct 13, 2020 · Apt 303
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Oct 13, 2020 · Apt 303
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Oct 13, 2020 · Apt 303
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Oct 13, 2020 · Apt 204
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Oct 13, 2020 · Apt 204
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Apr 20, 2020 · Apt 111
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Elevator apartment building (D1)
- Year built
- 2012
- Floors
- 5
- Residential units
- 127
- Building area
- 101,957 ft²
- Lot area
- 44,950 ft²
- Zoning
- R6
- Community board
- 304
- Council district
- 34
- Block / lot
- 3231 / 33
- Assessed value
- $8,967,600
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #384778, last renewed Jul 25, 2025.
Questions about 1209 Dekalb Avenue
Who owns 1209 Dekalb Avenue?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Spruce 1209 LLC.
Does 1209 Dekalb Avenue have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 24 housing violations at this property.
Is 1209 Dekalb Avenue rent stabilized?
NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 127 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 100% of its 127 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.
When was 1209 Dekalb Avenue built?
City records list 2012 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 1209 Dekalb Avenue?
It has 127 residential units.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.