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256 Covert Street

Brooklyn, NY 11207BBL 3-03424-0026Map

Owner of record: Adrienne Chambers

256 Covert Street is a two-family home built in 1920 in Brooklyn, 11207. It has 2 residential units across 2 floors. The owner of record is Adrienne Chambers. HPD has recorded 46 housing violations here, most recently on November 24, 2025. 11 of the 46 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
46
DOB violations
0
ECB violations
0
HPD complaints
32

What to know

Concern
1 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation Nov 24, 2025

Date of the most recent HPD inspection that found a problem.

Good
No unpaid ECB fines

No balance due on recent ECB violations.

Rent stabilization

No rent-stabilized units in 2018–2024 tax bills

Some apartments can still be regulated. Use the rent-stabilized checker or request the rent history from HCR.

Violations

Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.

HPD housing violations · 46

  • I

    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, 2025

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • I

    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.

    Dec 3, 2024

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • I

    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 28, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • I

    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 17, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • I

    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.

    Mar 16, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant, north cuttle closet, west wall, at public hall, 2nd story

    Jul 16, 2021

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of unhinged wood door, at north wall, in the 1st room from east at north located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jul 16, 2021 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Replace with new the broken or defective gaskets at refrigerator doors in the kitchen located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jul 16, 2021 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Replace with new the broken or defective cerami floor tiles in the foyer located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jul 16, 2021 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jul 16, 2021 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
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  • B

    Repair the roof so that it will not leak over the,ceiling and, east wall, in the kitchen located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jul 16, 2021 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Abate the nuisance consisting of hot water exceeds the maximum allowable operating temperature of 130 f (147 f foun in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jul 16, 2021 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jul 7, 2021 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jul 7, 2021 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • I

    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.

    Dec 11, 2020

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Dec 9, 2020 · Apt 2

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in uniform color the ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 2, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Dec 9, 2020 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Dec 9, 2020 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Dec 9, 2020 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in uniform color the ceiling at public hall, 2nd story

    Dec 9, 2020

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • I

    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 8, 2019

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • I

    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.

    Jan 11, 2018

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • I

    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 24, 2016

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Properly repair the broken or defective gasket on the door of the refrigerator in the kitchen located at apt 1sty.,, 1st story

    Oct 20, 2016 · Apt 1STY.,

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1sty.,, 1st story

    Oct 20, 2016 · Apt 1STY.,

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in uniform color the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1sty.,, 1st story

    Oct 20, 2016 · Apt 1STY.,

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Properly repair the broken or defective bell, ( to the first story apartment), at the building entrance , 1st story

    Oct 20, 2016

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in uniform color the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1fl, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Oct 3, 2016 · Apt 1FL

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of partition erected at north, (subdividing the entire 1st., story apartment), in the 1st room from north at west located at apt 1fl, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Oct 3, 2016 · Apt 1FL

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective gasket on the door at the refrigerator in the kitchen located at apt 1fl, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Oct 3, 2016 · Apt 1FL

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department walls and ceiling in the 1st room from north at west located at apt 1fl, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Oct 3, 2016 · Apt 1FL

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Properly repair the broken or defective bell buzzer intercommunication system in the foyer located at apt 1fl, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Oct 3, 2016 · Apt 1FL

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the 1st room from east at south located at apt 1, 1st story

    Jan 9, 2016 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the nuisance consisting of mold ... at ceiling apprx 2 square feet in the bathroom located at apt 1, 1st story

    Jan 9, 2016 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in uniform color at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1, 1st story

    Jan 9, 2016 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story

    Jan 9, 2016 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of partition wall erected from floor to ceiling in the 3rd room from north located at apt 1, 1st story

    Jan 9, 2016 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1, 1st story

    Jan 9, 2016 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Cleanse and disinfect to the satisfaction of this department after removing the cellar thru-out

    Mar 3, 2004

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Cleanse and disinfect to the satisfaction of this department after removing the stagnant water at cellar throughout

    Mar 3, 2004

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Abate the nuisance consisting of no electrical service cellar throughout

    Mar 3, 2004

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide light all stories public hall and cellar

    Mar 3, 2004

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Cleanse and disinfect to the satisfaction of this department after removing the water cellar throughout

    Mar 3, 2004

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the cellar throughout

    Mar 3, 2004

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective plaster board ceiling cellar throughout

    Mar 3, 2004

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    D26-17.10 adm code provide ready access to building's heating system cellar door locked.

    Mar 11, 1987

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 0

No DOB violations on record

ECB violations · 0

No ECB violations on record

Complaints

  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Jul 14, 2021 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Jun 24, 2021 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    May 21, 2021 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Apr 6, 2021 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Feb 13, 2021 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Jan 25, 2021 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Jan 25, 2021 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Jan 21, 2021 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 6, 2020 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Oct 17, 2016 · Apt 2FL

    Close
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  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Oct 17, 2016 · Apt 2FL

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Oct 17, 2016 · Apt 2FL

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Sep 28, 2016 · Apt 2FL

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Sep 28, 2016 · Apt 2FL

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Sep 28, 2016 · Apt 2FL

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Sep 28, 2016 · Apt 2FL

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Sep 15, 2016 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Sep 15, 2016 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Aug 14, 2016 · Apt 2NDFL

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Aug 14, 2016 · Apt 2NDFL

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Jun 11, 2016 · Apt 2FL

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Jun 11, 2016 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Apr 30, 2016 · Apt 2FL

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Mar 25, 2016 · Apt 2NDFL

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jan 8, 2016 · Apt 2FL

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Jan 8, 2016 · Apt 2FL

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Jan 5, 2016 · Apt 2FL

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Jan 5, 2016 · Apt 2FL

    Close
  • Water leak

    Damp spot

    Jan 5, 2016 · Apt 2FL

    Close
  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    Jan 5, 2016 · Apt 2FL

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Steam pipe/riser

    Jan 5, 2016 · Apt 2FL

    Close
  • General

    Locks

    Oct 8, 2013 · Apt 2

    Close

Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

Sales come from the NYC Department of Finance rolling sales file.

Building details

Building type
Two-family home (B2)
Year built
1920
Floors
2
Residential units
2
Building area
2,736 ft²
Lot area
1,900 ft²
Zoning
R6
Community board
304
Council district
37
Block / lot
3424 / 26
Assessed value
$128,940
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #816270, last renewed Jan 20, 2024.

Questions about 256 Covert Street

Who owns 256 Covert Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Adrienne Chambers.

Does 256 Covert Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 46 housing violations at this property.

Is 256 Covert Street rent stabilized?

No rent-stabilized units appear in its 2018–2024 tax bills. Individual apartments can still be regulated, so request the rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal if unsure.

When was 256 Covert Street built?

City records list 1920 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 256 Covert Street?

It has 2 residential units.

Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.