638 Kosciuszko Street
Brooklyn, NY 11221BBL 3-03252-0015Map
Owner of record: 638 Adar LLC
638 Kosciuszko Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1931 in Brooklyn, 11221. It has 6 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is 638 Adar LLC. HPD has recorded 24 housing violations here, most recently on May 25, 2022. 3 of the 24 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 1 rent-stabilized apartment here in 2024.
- HPD violations
- 24
- DOB violations
- 30
- ECB violations
- 16
- HPD complaints
- 587
What to know
Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.
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
- CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire rated material at west wall at scuttle opeining at public hall, 3rd story
May 25, 2022
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair and abate unsafe electric wiring condition consisting of exposed wiring at ceiling at public hall, 1st story
May 25, 2022
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
May 25, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
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 missing at public hall, 1st story
May 25, 2022
Open — Nov certified late - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the west wall at scuttle opeining at public hall, 3rd story
May 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.
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 30, 2019
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 - 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 minimum required 100 watts (light fixture present) at front areaway, 1st story
May 10, 2017
Open — Nov sent out
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- BHazardous
Properly secure the loose balustrade at public hall, 2nd story
Sep 24, 2012
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Fire escape defective. adjust the dropladder so that it will slide easily in the guide rods at building rear at fire escape
Sep 24, 2012
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes at second story balcony, building rear at fire escape
Sep 24, 2012
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 2l, 2nd story, apartment at north
Sep 22, 2012 · Apt 2L
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 2l, 2nd story, apartment at north
Sep 22, 2012 · Apt 2L
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective masonry chimney at north west at roof
Sep 22, 2012
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the ... rear yard
Sep 22, 2012
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly secure the loose balustrade at 1 to 2 story at public hall stairs
Sep 22, 2012
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box ... at public hall, 1st story
Sep 22, 2012
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Post a proper notice of carbon monoxide detecting device requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, in a common area of a class a multiple dwelling near inspection certificate or provide notice to tenants in a private dwelling. at public hall, 1st story
Sep 22, 2012
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Section 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
Sep 22, 2012
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 ..100 watts minmum required
Sep 22, 2012
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective bell and intercom system from building entrance to located at apt 2r, 2nd story
Jan 3, 2012 · Apt 2R
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. in the entire apartment located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west
May 10, 2011 · Apt 3R
Open — Not complied with
DOB building violations · 30
- 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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- Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
May 8, 2013
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2011 inspection report
Mar 1, 2013
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Feb 8, 2012
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Jan 25, 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 6, 2006
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 - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Feb 22, 2001
Dob violation - active - 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
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 · 16
- Class - 2
Failure to comply w/commissioner's order to file a certificate of cor-rection w/dob for nov#35003869h issued on 2/7/13 pursuant to 28-204.4 & 1rcny 102-01. rmdy: file a certificate of correction.
Jun 25, 2013
Resolve - Class - 1
Work w/o a permit. noted: major renovation of entire bldg except for 3rd fl apt #3r which is impacted by illegal & improper work. alt type 2permit #32046605415 for minor rehab on cellar,1st & 2nd fls. work
Feb 7, 2013 · Penalty $1,600
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to safeguard all persons & property affected by construction operations. noted: major renovation w/tenants occupying 1st fl & cellarduplex & 3rd fl. 3rd fl corridor full of construction equipment,box
Feb 7, 2013 · Penalty $2,400
Resolve - Class - 2
B254,15,16,34b,32a,50a,b,c,d,e. 50a- back flow preventor leaking. 50b-relocate low water cut off. 50c- no check valve on feed water line. 50d- drain valve on boiler missing. 50e- no lights in boiler room.
May 12, 2012
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to comply w/the commissioner's order contained in notice of violation #34917032k issued on 11/17/11. for( ) main support beam @ cellar etc. remedy: comply w/the comm's order.
Mar 23, 2012
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to comply with the commissioner's order contained in notice ofviolation #34917032k issued on 11-17-11 for failure to maintain main support beam @ cellar sagging. rem:comply with the commissioner's order
Jan 25, 2012 · Penalty $2,400
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain bldg interior in a code compliant manner.defect noted:@ cellar level main support beam sagging,defective downward is supported by temp shoring approx.12'l at exp.#3 & 4rec.remedy:immediately
Nov 17, 2011 · Penalty $1,000
Active - Class - 1
B154 15 16 50 5a 50b 50c 51. 50-cease use opening on boiler @ base (if started fumes will fill bldg). 50a-no lights in boiler room (burnham boiler- gas), 50b-repipe pressure trols. 50c-pipe pop safety to flr.
Oct 14, 2011 · Penalty $5,000
Active - Class - 2
Fgc 623.1 a new cooking stove is installed in apt 2l; it is connected to gas line in apt's kitchen but gas line is not connected to a gas meter or gas service in cel. there is no meter. retest piping connected
Mar 17, 2010 · Penalty $2,000
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to file cofc with dob pursuant to 28-204.2 for vio#34811347j.rem:file cofc
Mar 16, 2010 · Penalty $4,000
Resolve
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- Class - 1
Failure to maintain: defect noted: excessive debris at cellar, concrete, wood, bags, const debris approx 10 ft cu yds. scathed throughout cellar, front steps collapsing,in danger of collapse. rem: maintain buil
Oct 19, 2009 · Penalty $5,000
Resolve - Class - 3
Failure to maintain bldg code complaint manner note @ cellar level large plastic bags filled w/ garbage & debris emitting a foul odor are being stored evidence of large rodents (droppings) noted @ exterior
Oct 16, 2009 · Penalty $500
Resolve - Class - 2
16/15/32/50/50a/50b/50c/50d/38 50-boiler relief not piped to floor 50a-separate pressure trole each having one pig tail 50b-no swing check on 50c-boiler make up water must feed boiler from return line 50d-boile
Aug 28, 2009 · Penalty $2,500
Active - Hazardous
Failure to comply with commissioners order to certify/correct nov 34518537h for work w/o permit plumbing electrical partitions cellar. @ time of insp no permit is obtained.remedy:comply with commissioners
Aug 17, 2006 · Penalty $1,500
Resolve - Hazardous
Work without a permit- hazardous. at above premises, a 3 story wood frame building. with cellar has illegal work noted: at cellar level 7' sheet rock partitions/electrical/ plumbing. work at several locations:
Apr 26, 2006 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Failure to maintain exterior building wall.noted:rear of building shingle loose and pulling away at various location at rear wall of building.remedy:repair defects.
Feb 22, 2001 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve
Complaints
- Heat/hot water
Entire building
Sep 17, 2025 · Apt BLDG
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Mar 20, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Mar 20, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Mar 20, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Mar 20, 2024 · Apt 2R
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Mar 20, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Safety
Smoke detector
Sep 17, 2023 · Apt 2R
Close - Safety
Carbon monoxide detector
Sep 17, 2023 · Apt 2R
Close - Water leak
Heavy flow
Sep 17, 2023 · Apt 2R
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Aug 28, 2023 · Apt 2R
Close
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- Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
Aug 25, 2023 · Apt 2R
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Aug 25, 2023 · Apt 2R
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Aug 25, 2023 · Apt 2R
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Aug 25, 2023 · Apt 2R
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Nov 16, 2022 · Apt 1R
Close - Water leak
Heavy flow
Dec 29, 2020 · Apt 3L
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Dec 29, 2020 · Apt 3L
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Mar 17, 2020 · Apt 1L
Close - Nonconst
Smoke detector
Jun 14, 2013 · Apt 2R
Close - Nonconst
Carbon monoxide
Jun 14, 2013 · Apt 2R
Close - Nonconst
Smoke detector
Jun 14, 2013 · Apt 1L
Close - Nonconst
Carbon monoxide
Jun 14, 2013 · Apt 1L
Close - Electric
Bell-buzzer/intercom
Dec 27, 2011 · Apt 2R
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Dec 27, 2011 · Apt 2R
Close - Electric
Lighting
Dec 27, 2011 · Apt 2R
Close - General
Floor
Dec 27, 2011 · Apt 2R
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Dec 27, 2011 · Apt 2R
Close - General
Ventilation system
Dec 27, 2011 · Apt 2R
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Dec 27, 2011 · Apt 2R
Close - General
Doors
Dec 27, 2011 · Apt 2L
Close - General
Doors
Dec 27, 2011 · Apt 2L
Close - Electric
Lighting
Dec 27, 2011 · Apt 2L
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Dec 27, 2011 · Apt 2L
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Dec 27, 2011 · Apt 2L
Close - General
Cabinet
Dec 27, 2011 · Apt 2L
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Dec 27, 2011 · Apt 2L
Close - Heating
Heat related
Nov 18, 2011 · Apt 2R
Close - General
Cabinet
Nov 11, 2011 · Apt 2L
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Nov 11, 2011 · Apt 2L
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Nov 11, 2011 · Apt 2L
Close - General
Mold
Nov 11, 2011 · Apt 2L
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Nov 11, 2011 · Apt 2L
Close - Heating
Heat related
Nov 11, 2011 · Apt 2L
Close - Heating
Heat related
Nov 10, 2011 · Apt 3R
Close - Heating
Heat related
Nov 10, 2011 · Apt 2R
Close - Heating
Heat related
Nov 10, 2011 · Apt 1L
Close - Heating
Heat-plant
Nov 8, 2011 · Apt 3L
Close - Heating
Heat related
Nov 8, 2011 · Apt 3L
Close - Heating
Heat related
Oct 5, 2011 · Apt 2R
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
May 7, 2011 · Apt 3R
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
- 4,500 ft²
- Lot area
- 2,469 ft²
- Zoning
- R6
- Community board
- 304
- Council district
- 34
- Block / lot
- 3252 / 15
- Assessed value
- $718,650
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #344063, last renewed Aug 28, 2025.
Questions about 638 Kosciuszko Street
Who owns 638 Kosciuszko Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 638 Adar LLC.
Does 638 Kosciuszko Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 24 housing violations at this property.
Is 638 Kosciuszko Street rent stabilized?
NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 1 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 17% of its 6 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.
When was 638 Kosciuszko Street built?
City records list 1931 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 638 Kosciuszko 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.