185 Amboy Street
Brooklyn, NY 11212BBL 3-03540-0013Map
Owner of record: Amboy Development East LLC
185 Amboy Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1930 in Brooklyn, 11212. It has 16 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is Amboy Development East LLC. HPD has recorded 4 housing violations here, most recently on November 26, 2024.
- HPD violations
- 4
- DOB violations
- 18
- ECB violations
- 23
- HPD complaints
- 8
What to know
No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.
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 · 4
- 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 26, 2024
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 - 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 17, 2015
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
D26-10.01 adm code replace with new the missing window handle intermediate landing between 3 & 4 sty public hall.
Mar 27, 1986
Closed — Violation closed
DOB building violations · 18
- Construction other optional
Ftm bldg in a code compliant manner-obsvd @ exp2 spa;;ing/cracking stucco @ masonry @ 4fl level & ground level. spalling&deteriorated brick masonry w/missing mortar joints @ exp3/4 corner. owner to immed retain nuspe to eval the entire bldg,prepare/file repair dwgs,repair bldg under permit, start work by may 30 2026
Mar 30, 2026
Dob violation - active - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Sep 2, 2020
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2016 inspection report
Apr 6, 2018
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Oct 18, 2017
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Oct 18, 2017
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Oct 18, 2017
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Oct 18, 2017
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
May 17, 2017
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2011 inspection report
Mar 1, 2013
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 1, 2009
Dob violation - dismissed
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- Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 19, 2007
Dob violation - dismissed - 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
Jan 31, 2005
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 13, 2004
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Oct 5, 1997
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jun 1, 1994
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Aug 16, 1993
Dob violation - active - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jun 1, 1993
Dob violation - dismissed
ECB violations · 23
- Class - 2
Observed: at cellar level, large storage room was created, altering the original support structure (columns and walls) being replaced by beams and provisional shoring (metal columns). also, near to boiler room
Feb 17, 2023
Resolve - Class - 2
Observed: at cellar level, storage rooms & utilities room, windows and exterior door were closed with block walls, leaving the cellar level without natural ventilation, creating high temperatures (+90f). also,
Feb 17, 2023
Resolve - Class - 2
I observed in the hallways the installation of conduits, emergency lighting and branch circuit wiring with no electrical permit on file in dob records. photos taken., obtain permit; obtain permit and call for i
Feb 3, 2023
Resolve - Class - 2
I observed in the electrical meter room the installation of a finished ceiling that blocks access to junction box for the exterior lights. all electrical equipment must be readily accessible without the removal
Feb 3, 2023
Resolve - Class - 2
I observed on all floors failure to support the emt raceway supplying power to the emergency lights. photos taken, properly secure/support emt; support/secure raceways.
Feb 3, 2023
Resolve - Class - 2
Exit door not self-closing observed:at roof level and first floor,exitdoor do not allow easy escape from the building in case of evacuation doors without self-closing system.also at cellar level,exit doors do n
Mar 11, 2022 · Penalty $312
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain building in code-compliant manner:lack of emergency lighting for exits,exit dischargesand public corridors per bc 1006.1;27-542.observed:at 4th floor,3rd floor,2nd floor,and cellar level,pub
Mar 11, 2022
Resolve - Class - 1
Weil mclain 688 boiler sealed due to high co reading in boiler room. pilot line not hard piped. do not operate boiler until all hazardous conditions are immediately corrected and dob is notified to re-inspect t
Feb 25, 2020 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 1
Laars ph0325 hot water boiler sealed due to high co in boiler room., maintain boiler; do not operate boiler until all hazardous conditions are immediately corrected and dob is notified to re-inspect to lift cea
Feb 25, 2020 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain bldg walls or appurtenances. noted: observed at rear exp#3,retaining wall is bulging inward toward bldg,concrete masonry units are also shifting at the brick joints,& cracks throughout the
Mar 13, 2019
Resolve
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- Class - 1
Failure to comply with the commissioner's order contained in summons/violation #35287026r issued 07/26/17 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01. work without a permit. no
Jan 18, 2018
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to comply with the commissioners order contained in summons/violation #35287026r issued on 07/26/17 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01.for work without a permi
Nov 25, 2017
Resolve - Class - 1
Unlawful acts failure to comply w/an order of the commissioner records indicate no appl was made to correct & certify removal of vio contained in summons #35286712m;#35286713y.rem:comply w/comm's order.
Oct 31, 2017 · Penalty $2,400
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to comply with the commissioner's order contained in summons/violation #35287026r issued 07/26/17 and to file a certificate of correursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01. for work without a permit; rem:
Oct 12, 2017
Resolve - Class - 1
Unapproved,unsafe,unsuitable electrical equipment,apparatus,devices,materials,appliances or wiring in use. observed in boiler room & throughout basement: exposed energized wires in boiler room; pose an electric
Jul 26, 2017 · Penalty $400
Resolve - Class - 1
Work no permit.thru out basement.installed new 4",3",2" no hub drain pipeing without a permit on file.not part of appl. #s 320285561 or 302314733.remedy:obtain a permit.
Jul 26, 2017
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to install grounding electrode conductor in accordance w/section. observed in basement: main grounding conductor for bldgs electrical systems not protected from physical damage. conductor can be acciden
Jul 26, 2017 · Penalty $4,800
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to secure,support raceways,cable assemblies,boxes,cabinets,fittass. observed in basement: armored cables/risers that provide electrical power to apts above improperly supported. remedy: secure/support
Jul 26, 2017
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to have new or altered plumbing system tested.installed in basement new 4"3"2" no hub drain piping throughout.no inspections on filenot part of appl.302314733/320285561.remedy:perform inspections.
Jul 26, 2017 · Penalty $500
Resolve - Class - 1
Fgc408.2/miscellaneous violations.drips-future connections exist.observed on 02/15/17 future gas connections exist in basement.gas valve appears to be shut but not lock.
Feb 15, 2017
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain bldg code compliant. no fire stopping per bc712.3,27-345. noted: at cellar electric meter room, missing fire stopping atceiling with electric bx cables installed.open area exposes wood membe
Mar 31, 2016 · Penalty $250
Resolve - Non-hazardous
50/50a/.50-holes in boiler room walls & ceiling.50a-broken sewer pipe in boiler room.sewer water on boiler fl
May 18, 2007 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Hazardous
Failure to maintain. exterior building wall defective loose brick fell from story window at west arch over window.
Nov 5, 1997 · Penalty $800
Resolve
Complaints
- Heat/hot water
Entire building
Oct 22, 2026 · Apt 63
Open - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Mar 31, 2020 · Apt 74
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Mar 12, 2018 · Apt 25
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Mar 5, 2017 · Apt 70
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Mar 21, 2016 · Apt 72
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Mar 21, 2016 · Apt 80
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Jul 28, 2009 · Apt 2D
Open - Heating
Heat related
Jan 14, 2004 · Apt 1/A
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C1)
- Year built
- 1930
- Floors
- 4
- Residential units
- 16
- Building area
- 21,120 ft²
- Lot area
- 6,000 ft²
- Zoning
- R6
- Community board
- 316
- Council district
- 41
- Block / lot
- 3540 / 13
- Assessed value
- $1,680,300
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #307151, last renewed Nov 18, 2025.
Questions about 185 Amboy Street
Who owns 185 Amboy Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Amboy Development East LLC.
Does 185 Amboy Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 4 housing violations at this property.
Is 185 Amboy 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 185 Amboy Street built?
City records list 1930 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 185 Amboy Street?
It has 16 residential units.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.