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169 Jamaica Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11207BBL 3-03487-0015Map

Owner of record: Rodriguez, Joel A

169 Jamaica Avenue is a two-family home built in 1910 in Brooklyn, 11207. It has 2 residential units across 2 floors. The owner of record is Rodriguez, Joel A. HPD has recorded 14 housing violations here, most recently on September 25, 2026. 13 of the 14 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
14
DOB violations
3
ECB violations
11
HPD complaints
39

What to know

Concern
3 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Watch
Last violation Sep 25, 2026

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 · 14

  • C

    Provide a safe and adequate supply of electric service to the fixtures at all electrical outlets and at light fixture at ceiling in the entire apartment located at apt 2fl, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 25, 2026 · Apt 2FL

    Open — Civ14 mailed
  • B

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

    Sep 25, 2026 · Apt 2FL

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

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

    Sep 25, 2026 · Apt 2FL

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    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 2fl, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 25, 2026 · Apt 2FL

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in uniform color at ceiling and at south wall in the kitchen located at apt 2fl, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 25, 2026 · Apt 2FL

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the 2nd room from north located at apt 2fl, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 25, 2026 · Apt 2FL

    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.

    Sep 25, 2026

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures at gas range in the entire apartment located at apt apt2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 23, 2026 · Apt APT2

    Open — Invalid certification
  • B

    Repair the roof so that it will not leak over ceiling in the kitchen located at apt apt2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 23, 2026 · Apt APT2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide a safe and adequate supply of electric service to the fixtures , in the entire apartment located at apt apt2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 23, 2026 · Apt APT2

    Open — Civ14 mailed
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  • A

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in uniform color at south wall in the kitchen located at apt apt2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 23, 2026 · Apt APT2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tiles at floor in the 4th room from north at west located at apt apt2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 23, 2026 · Apt APT2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the roof so that it will not leak over ceiling in the 3rd room from north located at apt apt2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 23, 2026 · Apt APT2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Remove the illegal fastening a hasp and eye capable of being locked at the gate at the building fornt yard

    Jun 11, 2020

    Closed — Violation dismissed

DOB building violations · 3

  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Dec 27, 2017

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Oct 19, 2011

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    Work without a permit. work noted: construction sheet rock and metal partition wall, creating a cellar center remedy: restore the cellar to prior legal condition

    Dec 15, 1998

    Vw*-violation - work w/o permit dismissed

ECB violations · 11

  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply with the commissioner's order contained in summons/ violation #35263401n issued on 10/03/17 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01 for work w/o a permit

    May 18, 2018

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply w/ the commissioner's order contained in summon's/violation# 35263401n issued on 10/3/17 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. work w/out permit. note @ cellar level erected

    Mar 28, 2018

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply w/comm's order contained n summ/vio#35263401n issued on 10/03/17 and to file a cofc pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01.for:work w/o permit at cellar level.rem:comply w/comm's order and/or f

    Dec 20, 2017 · Penalty $2,400

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Work w/o a permit. noted: at cellar level,removed full partition from 3 sro's,sink from kitchen,toilet(2)from bathroom. remedy: obtain all required permits.

    Dec 20, 2017 · Penalty $400

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply with the commissioner's order contained in summons/violation #35263400l issued on 10/03/17 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1and 1rcny 102-01.for changing from two

    Nov 8, 2017 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Residence altered for occupancy as a dwelling. as a dwelling from a 2 family to a 2 family plus 3 sro's in cellar w/community 3pc bathroom & kitchen sink w/microwave. noted bedding furniture,seperate locks on

    Oct 3, 2017 · Penalty $47,400

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to provide unobstructed exit passageway. at cellar level 3 sros w/no secondary or primary means of egress noted egress from cellar totally obstructed. remedy: remove obstruction.

    Oct 3, 2017 · Penalty $1,200

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Work w/o a permit. at cellar level erected full height partitions creating 3 sros,2 toilets,1 shower,kitchen area w/sink & full plumbing & electrical service. no permits on file. remedy: obtain permits.

    Oct 3, 2017 · Penalty $1,600

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by c/o & dob records.class"a" apt created at cellar partitions erected creating rooms for living.kitchen fixtures w/gas stove & gas line present. 2 water closets, stall shower

    Jul 6, 2011 · Penalty $2,400

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Occupancy contrary to dept records changed from b2 two family dwellingto an s.r.o. at 1st floor 5 individual rooms. at 2nd floor one family.remedy: immediately discontinue illegal use.

    May 13, 2005 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
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  • Non-hazardous

    Work without a permit work noted construction sheet rock and metal portition wall, creating a room at cellar center. remedy:restore the cellar to prior legal condition

    Dec 15, 1998

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Electric

    Power outage

    Sep 23, 2026 · Apt 2FL

    Close
  • Electric

    No lighting

    Sep 23, 2026 · Apt 2FL

    Close
  • General

    Cooking gas

    Sep 16, 2026 · Apt APT2

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Sep 16, 2026 · Apt APT2

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Aug 3, 2023 · Apt ATTIC

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Feb 16, 2023 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Feb 16, 2023 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 16, 2023 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Feb 16, 2023 · Apt 1

    Close
  • General

    Mailbox

    Feb 16, 2023 · Apt 1

    Close
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  • Door/window

    Door

    Feb 16, 2023 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Sep 11, 2022 · Apt KITCHE

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Sep 11, 2022 · Apt KITCHE

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Sep 11, 2022 · Apt KITCHE

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Sep 11, 2022 · Apt KITCHE

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Steam pipe/riser

    Jun 13, 2022 · Apt CELLAR

    Close
  • Water leak

    Damp spot

    Jun 13, 2022 · Apt CELLAR

    Close
  • General

    Cooking gas

    Jun 13, 2022 · Apt CELLAR

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Aug 4, 2020 · Apt KITCHE

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Mar 28, 2020 · Apt BOILER

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Mar 28, 2020 · Apt FIRSTF

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Sep 12, 2018 · Apt ATTIC

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 2, 2017 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Jul 28, 2017 · Apt 1FL

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jul 10, 2016 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 15, 2016 · Apt 3D

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 15, 2016 · Apt 3D

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Apr 20, 2015 · Apt FRONT

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Apr 20, 2015 · Apt FRONT

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Jul 1, 2011 · Apt BSMT

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Jul 1, 2011 · Apt BSMT

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Jun 15, 2011 · Apt BSMNT

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Smoke detector

    Oct 8, 2010 · Apt 1FL

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Carbon monoxide

    Oct 8, 2010 · Apt 1FL

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Oct 8, 2010 · Apt 1FL

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Oct 8, 2010 · Apt 1FL

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 8, 2010 · Apt 1FL

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Shower-stall

    Oct 8, 2010 · Apt 1FL

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Oct 8, 2010 · Apt 1FL

    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
1910
Floors
2
Residential units
2
Building area
1,700 ft²
Lot area
3,250 ft²
Zoning
R4
Community board
305
Council district
37
Block / lot
3487 / 15
Assessed value
$57,420
Landmark / historic district
No

Questions about 169 Jamaica Avenue

Who owns 169 Jamaica Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Rodriguez, Joel A.

Does 169 Jamaica Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 14 housing violations at this property.

Is 169 Jamaica Avenue 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 169 Jamaica Avenue built?

City records list 1910 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 169 Jamaica Avenue?

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.