648 Watkins Street
Brooklyn, NY 11212BBL 3-03638-0042Map
Owner of record: Chang, Leon Jeffery
648 Watkins Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1930 in Brooklyn, 11212. It has 4 residential units across 2 floors. The owner of record is Chang, Leon Jeffery. HPD has recorded 68 housing violations here, most recently on May 6, 2026. 50 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.
- HPD violations
- 68
- DOB violations
- 0
- ECB violations
- 0
- HPD complaints
- 41
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 · 68
- 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.
May 6, 2026
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.
Nov 19, 2025
Open — Info nov sent out - 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 11, 2025
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.
Nov 26, 2024
Open — Info nov sent out - 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 12, 2024
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.
Nov 20, 2023
Open — Info nov sent out - 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 27, 2023
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department , east wall in the foyer located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 8, 2023 · Apt 1R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at the ceiling in the 2nd room from east located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 8, 2023 · Apt 1R
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Certify compliance with lead-based paint hazard control requirements during period of unit vacancy by performing activities necessary to abate tested lead-based paint from required window and/or door friction surfaces for apartment and make floors smooth and cleanable, positive lead-based paint in an apartment with a child under six located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 8, 2023 · Apt 1R
Open — Nov sent out
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- 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 door frame from west at north wall in the bathroom located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 8, 2023 · Apt 1R
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) north wall in the foyer located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 8, 2023 · Apt 1R
Open — Defect letter issued - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the kitchen located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 8, 2023 · Apt 1R
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department , west wall, south wall, 1st closet from south at west wall door in the 1st room from east at north located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 8, 2023 · Apt 1R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at the ceiling in the 1st room from east at south located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 8, 2023 · Apt 1R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective window from east at south, lower sash, counter balance in the bathroom located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 8, 2023 · Apt 1R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective upper glass pane at the window from east at south in the kitchen located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 8, 2023 · Apt 1R
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 8, 2023 · Apt 1R
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 8, 2023 · Apt 1R
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 8, 2023 · Apt 1R
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department , south wall, 1st door from south at west wall in the 1st room from east at south located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 8, 2023 · Apt 1R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at the ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 8, 2023 · Apt 1R
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department , west wall in the bathroom located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 8, 2023 · Apt 1R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at the west wall in the bathroom located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 8, 2023 · Apt 1R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at the east wall and ceiling in the 1st room from east at north located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 8, 2023 · Apt 1R
Open — Nov sent out - 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) ceiling, 1st door from south at west wall, 1st door frame from south at west wall, north wall, east wall in the 1st room from east at north located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 8, 2023 · Apt 1R
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard-paint that is xrf tested inconclusive for lead content at 0.5mg/cm2 and is presumed lead paint as set forth in (28 rcny §11-07(b)) and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface-using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) 1st window frame from north at east wall, 2nd window frame from north at east wall in the 1st room from east at south located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 8, 2023 · Apt 1R
Open — Nov sent out - 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) ceiling, 1st door frame from south at west wall, north wall, east wall, west wall in the 1st room from east at south located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 8, 2023 · Apt 1R
Open — Nov sent out - 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) ceiling, 1st window frame from east at south wall in the 2nd room from east located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 8, 2023 · Apt 1R
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.
Nov 7, 2022
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.
Mar 2, 2022
Open — Info nov sent out - 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 2, 2022
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.
Apr 13, 2021
Open — Info nov sent out - 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 13, 2021
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.
Oct 31, 2019
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.
Oct 22, 2018
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 30, 2017
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 16, 2016
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.
Oct 14, 2015
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.
Feb 25, 2015
Open — Info nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing located at apt 2f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
May 10, 2011 · Apt 2F
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing located at apt 2f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
May 10, 2011 · Apt 2F
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - 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 in the foyer located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Sep 19, 2010 · Apt 2R
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - 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 in the 3rd room from east located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Sep 19, 2010 · Apt 2R
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - 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, 2nd window frame from south at west wall in the 4th room from east at south located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Sep 19, 2010 · Apt 2R
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - 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 in the 4th room from east at north located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Sep 19, 2010 · Apt 2R
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - ANon-hazardous
Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation the 1st window frame from south at west wall, 1st door frame from north at east wall, baseboard at north wall in the 4th room from east at south located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Sep 19, 2010 · Apt 2R
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the 1st window frame from west at north wall, chair rails at east wall in the 3rd room from east located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Sep 19, 2010 · Apt 2R
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - ANon-hazardous
Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation the 1st radiator from west at north wall in the 3rd room from east located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Sep 19, 2010 · Apt 2R
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the 1st closet from north at east wall ceiling, 1st closet from north at east wall wall in the 4th room from east at south located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Sep 19, 2010 · Apt 2R
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
DOB building violations · 0
No DOB violations on record
ECB violations · 0
No ECB violations on record
Complaints
- Door/window
Window frame
Dec 17, 2022 · Apt 1R
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Dec 17, 2022 · Apt 1R
Close - Door/window
Door
Jul 25, 2017 · Apt BLDG
Close - Outside building
Roofing
Jul 25, 2017 · Apt BLDG
Close - General
Signage missing
Jul 25, 2017 · Apt BLDG
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jul 25, 2017 · Apt BLDG
Close - Water leak
Damp spot
Jul 25, 2017 · Apt BLDG
Close - Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
Jul 25, 2017 · Apt BLDG
Close - Safety
Smoke detector
Jul 25, 2017 · Apt 1R
Close - Safety
Carbon monoxide detector
Jul 25, 2017 · Apt 1R
Close
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- Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jul 25, 2017 · Apt 1R
Close - Water leak
Damp spot
Jul 25, 2017 · Apt 1R
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Sep 15, 2010 · Apt 2R
Close - General
Windows
Sep 15, 2010 · Apt 2R
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Sep 15, 2010 · Apt 2R
Close - Appliance
Refrigerator
Sep 15, 2010 · Apt 2R
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Sep 15, 2010 · Apt 2R
Close - General
Windows
Jul 20, 2010 · Apt 2R
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Jul 20, 2010 · Apt 2R
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Jul 20, 2010 · Apt 2R
Close - General
Windows
Jul 20, 2010 · Apt 2R
Close - Electric
Wiring
Jul 20, 2010 · Apt 2R
Close - Electric
Bell-buzzer/intercom
Jul 20, 2010 · Apt 2R
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
May 10, 2010 · Apt 2FL
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
May 10, 2010 · Apt 2FL
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
May 10, 2010 · Apt 2R
Close - Nonconst
Smoke detector
Apr 26, 2010 · Apt 2
Close - Nonconst
Carbon monoxide
Apr 26, 2010 · Apt 2
Close - Plumbing
Radiator
Apr 26, 2010 · Apt 2
Close - General
Windows
Apr 26, 2010 · Apt 2
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Apr 26, 2010 · Apt 2
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 3, 2010 · Apt 2FL
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Jan 3, 2010 · Apt 2FL
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Jan 3, 2010 · Apt 2FL
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 10, 2009 · Apt 2FL
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 31, 2009 · Apt 2FL
Close - General
Mold
Dec 8, 2004 · Apt 1FL
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Dec 8, 2004 · Apt 1FL
Close - General
Floor
Dec 8, 2004 · Apt 1FL
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Dec 8, 2004 · Apt 1FL
Close - General
Windows
Dec 8, 2004 · Apt 1FL
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C3)
- Year built
- 1930
- Floors
- 2
- Residential units
- 4
- Building area
- 3,280 ft²
- Lot area
- 2,550 ft²
- Zoning
- R6
- Community board
- 316
- Council district
- 42
- Block / lot
- 3638 / 42
- Assessed value
- $204,750
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #318901, last renewed Oct 3, 2005.
Questions about 648 Watkins Street
Who owns 648 Watkins Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Chang, Leon Jeffery.
Does 648 Watkins Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 68 housing violations at this property.
Is 648 Watkins 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 648 Watkins Street built?
City records list 1930 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 648 Watkins Street?
It has 4 residential units.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.