899 Bushwick Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11221BBL 3-03284-0008Map
Owner of record: Melvyn Trepper
899 Bushwick Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1931 in Brooklyn, 11221. It has 20 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is Melvyn Trepper. HPD has recorded 54 housing violations here, most recently on September 16, 2025. 10 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 20 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.
- HPD violations
- 54
- DOB violations
- 4
- ECB violations
- 1
- HPD complaints
- 55
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
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Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 54
- CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures at range in the entire apartment located at apt 2c, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Sep 16, 2025 · Apt 2C
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Remove all encumbrances consisting of table and chairs at public hall, 2nd story
Sep 16, 2025
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Remove all encumbrances consisting of construction materials at public hall, 1st story
Sep 16, 2025
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes flower pots at balcony, 1st from east at north at fire escape, 2nd story
Sep 16, 2025
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes household items at balcony, 1st from east at north at fire escape, 3rd story
Sep 16, 2025
Open — Nov sent out - 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 = 2, wg to replace = 0, wg to repair = 0 in the entire apartment located at apt 4a, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jul 24, 2025 · Apt 4A
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures at gas range in the kitchen located at apt 4a, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jul 24, 2025 · Apt 4A
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules missing in the entire apartment located at apt 4a, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jul 24, 2025 · Apt 4A
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations missing in the entire apartment located at apt 4a, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jul 24, 2025 · Apt 4A
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures at gas range in the kitchen located at apt 4c, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jul 24, 2025 · Apt 4C
Closed — Violation closed
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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.
Jun 9, 2025
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures at range in the kitchen located at apt 1b, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Apr 10, 2025 · Apt 1B
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes household items at 3rd and 2nd story balcony building rear at fire escape
Dec 29, 2024
Open — Invalid certification - CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of heat for the apartment in the 7th room from north located at apt 1b, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Dec 26, 2024 · Apt 1B
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the 7th room from north located at apt 1b, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Dec 26, 2024 · Apt 1B
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system door locked at basement at boiler room
Dec 26, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide a safe and adequate supply of electric service to the fixtures at all ceilings and walls in the entire apartment located at apt 1b, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Dec 26, 2024 · Apt 1B
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at north wall in the 4th room from north located at apt 2c, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jul 5, 2024 · Apt 2C
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective at wood floor in the 4th room from north located at apt 2c, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jul 5, 2024 · Apt 2C
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective at wood floor in the 1st room from north located at apt 2c, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jul 5, 2024 · Apt 2C
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color east wall at closet in the 1st room from north located at apt 2c, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jul 5, 2024 · Apt 2C
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at west wall in the private hallway located at apt 2c, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jul 5, 2024 · Apt 2C
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 2c, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jul 5, 2024 · Apt 2C
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - BHazardous
Remove all encumbrances consisting of wood floor material, 6 bags of cerment & sheet rock at public hall, 2nd story
Apr 11, 2024
Closed — Violation closed - 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, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective porcelain enamel reglaze at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 2c, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Mar 13, 2024 · Apt 2C
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation at 1st door frame from north at east wall, 1st door from north at east wall in the foyer located at apt 2c, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Mar 13, 2024 · Apt 2C
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at west wall in the foyer located at apt 2c, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Mar 13, 2024 · Apt 2C
Closed — Violation closed - 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 in the 4th room from north located at apt 2c, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Mar 13, 2024 · Apt 2C
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 south at west wall door, 1st closet from south at west wall door frame, 1st door from west at north wall, 2nd door from south at west wall, 1st door frame from west at north wall, 1st door frame from south at west wall, 2nd door frame from south at west wall, east wall in the foyer located at apt 2c, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Mar 13, 2024 · Apt 2C
Open — Defect letter issued - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective leading to roof at bulkhead
Nov 21, 2023
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Provide plain glass at the building entrance door at public hall, 1st story
Nov 21, 2023
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes consisting of household items at the 2nd story balcony building front at fire escape
Nov 21, 2023
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Remove all encumbrances consisting of household items and bikes at bulkhead
Nov 21, 2023
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of plexi glass installed at the building entrance door at public hall, 1st story
Nov 21, 2023
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tiles in the bathroom located at apt 4c, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Nov 21, 2023 · Apt 4C
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing located at apt 4c, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Nov 21, 2023 · Apt 4C
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing located at apt 4c, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Nov 21, 2023 · Apt 4C
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 21, 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.
Feb 23, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Sep 22, 2021 · Apt 2B
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Code: arrange and make self-closing the doors in the entrance located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Sep 22, 2021 · Apt 2B
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Remove all encumbrances consisting of household items at public hall, 1st story
Sep 22, 2021
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
Sep 22, 2021
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 agencys housing information guide. a sample notice can be found at www.nyc.gov/hpd.
Sep 22, 2021
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Sep 22, 2021 · Apt 2B
Closed — Violation closed - 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 7, 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 16, 2018
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Remove or cover in a manner approved by the department the peeling lead paint all walls west room 4 sty south apt 4c er1 94026788. , section '' ''
Sep 21, 1999 · Apt 4C
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Remove or cover in a manner approved by the department the peeling lead paint all walls east room 4 sty south apt 4c er1 94026788. , section '' ''
Sep 21, 1999 · Apt 4C
Closed — Violation closed
DOB building violations · 4
- Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2014 inspection report
Oct 1, 2015
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
Aug 16, 1993
Dob violation - active
ECB violations · 1
- Non-hazardous
50/b4a boiler door not fire proof
Feb 23, 2004
Resolve
Complaints
- Plumbing
Water supply
Feb 19, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Feb 19, 2026 · Apt 2C
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Nov 11, 2025 · Apt 4C
Close - General
Cooking gas
Oct 1, 2025 · Apt BLDG
Close - General
Cooking gas
Sep 15, 2025 · Apt 2C
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Aug 19, 2025 · Apt 2C
Close - General
Cabinet
Aug 19, 2025 · Apt 2C
Close - Safety
Smoke detector
Jul 18, 2025 · Apt 4A
Close - Safety
Window guard broken/missing
Jul 18, 2025 · Apt 4A
Close - Safety
Carbon monoxide detector
Jul 18, 2025 · Apt 4A
Close
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- General
Cooking gas
Jul 18, 2025 · Apt 4A
Close - General
Cooking gas
Jul 17, 2025 · Apt 4C
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
May 3, 2025 · Apt 4A
Close - General
Cooking gas
Apr 8, 2025 · Apt 2C
Close - General
Cooking gas
Mar 12, 2025 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 28, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Electric
Power outage
Dec 28, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 28, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 28, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 26, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Electric
Power outage
Dec 26, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Dec 26, 2024 · Apt 2C
Close - Electric
Lighting
Dec 25, 2024 · Apt 3C
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 25, 2024 · Apt 3C
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jul 5, 2024 · Apt 2C
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Jul 5, 2024 · Apt 2C
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jul 5, 2024 · Apt 2C
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jun 9, 2024 · Apt 2C
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Jun 9, 2024 · Apt 2C
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Jun 9, 2024 · Apt 2C
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Jun 9, 2024 · Apt 2C
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Jun 9, 2024 · Apt 2C
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Mar 11, 2024 · Apt 2C
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Mar 11, 2024 · Apt 2C
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Mar 7, 2024 · Apt 2C
Close - Water leak
Heavy flow
Sep 24, 2021 · Apt 4A
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Sep 24, 2021 · Apt 4A
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Sep 13, 2021 · Apt 2B
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Sep 13, 2021 · Apt 2B
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Oct 29, 2005 · Apt 4B
Close - Electric
Lighting
Oct 29, 2005 · Apt 4B
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Oct 17, 2005 · Apt 4B
Close - Electric
Lighting
Oct 17, 2005 · Apt 4B
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Oct 15, 2005 · Apt 4B
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Oct 15, 2005 · Apt 4A
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Oct 15, 2005 · Apt 4A
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Oct 15, 2005 · Apt 4A
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Oct 15, 2005 · Apt 4A
Close - Heating
Heat related
Apr 3, 2005 · Apt 4E
Close - Electric
Electric-supply
Apr 3, 2005 · Apt 4E
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C1)
- Year built
- 1931
- Floors
- 4
- Residential units
- 20
- Building area
- 12,000 ft²
- Lot area
- 4,625 ft²
- Zoning
- R6
- Community board
- 304
- Council district
- 37
- Block / lot
- 3284 / 8
- Assessed value
- $432,450
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #342249, last renewed Jul 30, 2026.
Questions about 899 Bushwick Avenue
Who owns 899 Bushwick Avenue?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Melvyn Trepper.
Does 899 Bushwick Avenue have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 54 housing violations at this property.
Is 899 Bushwick Avenue rent stabilized?
NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 20 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 100% of its 20 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.
When was 899 Bushwick Avenue built?
City records list 1931 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 899 Bushwick Avenue?
It has 20 residential units.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.