291 Harman Street
Brooklyn, NY 11237BBL 3-03279-0053Map
Owner of record: Chen, Jian Ming
291 Harman 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 Chen, Jian Ming. HPD has recorded 59 housing violations here, most recently on September 30, 2026. 16 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 6 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.
- HPD violations
- 59
- DOB violations
- 3
- ECB violations
- 0
- HPD complaints
- 96
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 · 59
- 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
Sep 30, 2026
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Replace with new the missing doorknob at entrance door at public hall, 1st story
Sep 30, 2026
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latch at building entrance door at public hall, 1st story
Sep 30, 2026
Open — Nov sent out - 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, 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 10, 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 22, 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 23, 2023
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 14, 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 25, 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 25, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed
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- 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 17, 2018
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 24, 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.
Oct 9, 2015
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective lower window sashes total of 2 in the 4th room from north located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jul 28, 2015 · Apt 2R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from window to fire escape or provide approved type gate at north 2 window in the 1st room from north located at apt 2l, 2nd story, apartment at west
May 4, 2015 · Apt 2L
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the nuisance consisting of mold ... at north wall, north window and east wall (20 sq. ft.) in the bathroom located at apt 2r, 2nd story, apartment at east
May 4, 2015 · Apt 2R
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.
May 4, 2015
Open — Not complied with - BHazardous
Fire escape defective. adjust the dropladder so that it will slide easily in the guide rods at rear side of building fire escape
Oct 21, 2012
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Install the missing or repair/replace the defective window guard(s) in accordance with the specifications of the new york city health code section 24 rcny chapter 12. wg to install = 1; wg to replace = 0; wg to repair = 2; located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Oct 21, 2012 · Apt 2R
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector defective located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Oct 21, 2012 · Apt 2R
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation the 1st radiator from north at east wall in the 1st room from east located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Oct 21, 2012 · Apt 2R
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Remove all obstructions and repair all defects in bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Oct 21, 2012 · Apt 2R
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) 2nd window frame from south at west wall in the kitchen located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Oct 21, 2012 · Apt 2R
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the 3rd room from east located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Oct 21, 2012 · Apt 2R
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard - presumed lead paint that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) 1st riser from north at east wall in the 1st room from east located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Oct 21, 2012 · Apt 2R
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.
Sep 28, 2010
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.
Sep 28, 2010
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box ,
Sep 28, 2010
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective mechanical ventilation , in the bathroom located at apt 2r, 2nd story, apartment at east
May 13, 2010 · Apt 2R
Open — Not complied with - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin r0aches at entire apartment, 2nd story, apartment
Jan 30, 2005 · Apt 2R
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jan 30, 2005 · Apt 2R
Open — Not complied with - 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) 1st door frame from south at west wall, west wall in the 1st room from east located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jan 30, 2005 · Apt 2R
Open — Defect letter issued - 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) 1st closet from east at south wall wall in the 3rd room from east located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jan 30, 2005 · Apt 2R
Open — Defect letter issued - 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, south wall, east wall, west wall in the 2nd room from east located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jan 30, 2005 · Apt 2R
Open — Defect letter issued - BHazardous
And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes household articles at 2nd & 3rd stories at rear yard at fire escape
Sep 13, 2004
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, apartment at east
Sep 13, 2004 · Apt 2R
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
Jul 14, 1999
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing 2 sty north apt 2r maldonado , section '' ''
Oct 16, 1992 · Apt 2R
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice & roaches thru out 2 sty north apt 2r , section '' ''
Oct 16, 1992 · Apt 2R
Open — Not complied with - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice & roaches 3 sty east apt 3r. located at apt 3r
Apr 15, 1991 · Apt 3R
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Replace with new the missing ceramic wall tiles bathroom 3 sty east apt 3r. located at apt 3r
Apr 15, 1991 · Apt 3R
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from window to fire escape or provide approved type gate 3 sty east apt 3r. located at apt 3r
Apr 15, 1991 · Apt 3R
Open — Not complied with - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector defective 3 sty east apt 3r beltre. located at apt 3r
Apr 15, 1991 · Apt 3R
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Remove or cover in a manner approved by the department the peeling lead paint east wall 2 sty east apt 2r kitchen maldonado n/p er1. , section '' ''
Apr 10, 1991 · Apt 2R
Open — Defect letter issued - CImmediately hazardous
Remove or cover in a manner approved by the department the peeling lead paint west wall 1 room from kitchen 2 sty east apt 2r maldonado n/p er1. , section '' ''
Apr 10, 1991 · Apt 2R
Open — Defect letter issued - CImmediately hazardous
Remove or cover in a manner approved by the department the peeling lead paint ceiling 2 sty east apt 2r bathroom maldonado n/p er1. , section '' ''
Apr 10, 1991 · Apt 2R
Open — Defect letter issued - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice & roaches 2 sty east apt 2r. , section '' ''
Apr 10, 1991 · Apt 2R
Open — Not complied with - BHazardous
Provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations missing 2 sty east apt 2r. , section '' ''
Apr 10, 1991 · Apt 2R
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations missing 2 sty west apt 2r. , section '' ''
Apr 1, 1991 · Apt 2R
Closed — Violation closed
DOB building violations · 3
- 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 7, 2000
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Aug 29, 1995
Dob violation - dismissed
ECB violations · 0
No ECB violations on record
Complaints
- Door/window
Door
Sep 24, 2026 · Apt 2R
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Sep 24, 2026 · Apt 2R
Open - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Sep 24, 2026 · Apt 2R
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Sep 24, 2026 · Apt 2R
Close - Electric
No lighting
Sep 24, 2026 · Apt 2R
Close - Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
Sep 24, 2026 · Apt 2R
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 22, 2024 · Apt 2R
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Mar 17, 2016 · Apt 2L
Close - Heating
Heat related
Feb 8, 2013 · Apt 2R
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Oct 16, 2012 · Apt 2R
Close
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- Plumbing
Sewer
Oct 16, 2012 · Apt 2R
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Oct 16, 2012 · Apt 2R
Close - Plumbing
Shower-stall
Oct 3, 2012 · Apt 2R
Close - Plumbing
Shower-stall
Sep 13, 2012 · Apt 2R
Close - Nonconst
Janitor/super
Mar 6, 2012 · Apt 2R
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Mar 6, 2012 · Apt 2R
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Mar 6, 2012 · Apt 2R
Close - General
Mold
Mar 6, 2012 · Apt 2R
Close - Plumbing
Toilet
Mar 6, 2012 · Apt 2R
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Mar 6, 2012 · Apt 2R
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Mar 6, 2012 · Apt 2R
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Mar 6, 2012 · Apt 2R
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Jan 30, 2012 · Apt 2R
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Jan 30, 2012 · Apt 2R
Close - General
Mold
Jan 30, 2012 · Apt 2R
Close - Plumbing
Toilet
Jan 30, 2012 · Apt 2R
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Jan 30, 2012 · Apt 2R
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Jan 30, 2012 · Apt 2R
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Jan 30, 2012 · Apt 2R
Close - Heating
Heat related
Feb 5, 2011 · Apt 2R
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
May 6, 2010 · Apt 2R
Close - General
Windows
May 6, 2010 · Apt 2R
Close - Electric
Bell-buzzer/intercom
May 6, 2010 · Apt 2R
Close - General
Doors
May 6, 2010 · Apt 2R
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
May 6, 2010 · Apt 2R
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
May 6, 2010 · Apt 2R
Close - General
Floor
May 6, 2010 · Apt 2R
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
May 6, 2010 · Apt 2R
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
May 6, 2010 · Apt 2R
Close - General
Windows
May 6, 2010 · Apt 2R
Close - General
Doors
May 6, 2010 · Apt 2R
Close - General
Floor
May 6, 2010 · Apt 2R
Close - Electric
Wiring
May 6, 2010 · Apt 2R
Close - General
Floor
May 6, 2010 · Apt 2R
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
May 6, 2010 · Apt 2R
Close - General
Doors
May 6, 2010 · Apt 2R
Close - General
Floor
May 6, 2010 · Apt 2R
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
May 6, 2010 · Apt 2R
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
May 6, 2010 · Apt 2R
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
May 6, 2010 · Apt 2R
Close
Sales history
| Date | Price | Type | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 2, 2025 | Non-market transfer | Rentals - walkup apartments | 6 |
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
- 37
- Block / lot
- 3279 / 53
- Assessed value
- $525,600
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #303366, last renewed Nov 25, 2025.
Questions about 291 Harman Street
Who owns 291 Harman Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Chen, Jian Ming.
Does 291 Harman Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 59 housing violations at this property.
Is 291 Harman 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 291 Harman Street built?
City records list 1931 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 291 Harman 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.