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
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
No rent-stabilized units in 2018–2024 tax bills
Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 46
- 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, 2025
Open — Info 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.
Dec 3, 2024
Open — Info 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 28, 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 17, 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.
Mar 16, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - ANon-hazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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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- BHazardous
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 - CImmediately hazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - 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.
Dec 11, 2020
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - 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 8, 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.
Jan 11, 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.
Oct 24, 2016
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
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 - CImmediately hazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective bell, ( to the first story apartment), at the building entrance , 1st story
Oct 20, 2016
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - ANon-hazardous
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 - ANon-hazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - 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 1, 1st story
Jan 9, 2016 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - CImmediately hazardous
Cleanse and disinfect to the satisfaction of this department after removing the cellar thru-out
Mar 3, 2004
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Cleanse and disinfect to the satisfaction of this department after removing the stagnant water at cellar throughout
Mar 3, 2004
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of no electrical service cellar throughout
Mar 3, 2004
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide light all stories public hall and cellar
Mar 3, 2004
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Cleanse and disinfect to the satisfaction of this department after removing the water cellar throughout
Mar 3, 2004
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the cellar throughout
Mar 3, 2004
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective plaster board ceiling cellar throughout
Mar 3, 2004
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
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
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.