291 Essex Street
Brooklyn, NY 11208BBL 3-03972-0001Map
Owner of record: 291 Essex St LLC
291 Essex Street is an elevator apartment building built in 1930 in Brooklyn, 11208. It has 12 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is 291 Essex St LLC. HPD has recorded 42 housing violations here, most recently on December 1, 2025. 32 of the 42 most recent violations are still open.
- HPD violations
- 42
- DOB violations
- 25
- ECB violations
- 4
- HPD complaints
- 88
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 · 42
- 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 1, 2025
Open — Info nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Provide a safe and adequate supply of electric service to the fixtures , in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Nov 29, 2025 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of heat for the apartment in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Nov 29, 2025 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the flushing apparatus and maintain same so as to flush effectively the water closet .. in the bathroom located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Nov 29, 2025 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective connection at waistline at sink in the kitchen located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Nov 29, 2025 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
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 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Nov 29, 2025 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of hot water exceeding the maximum allowable temperature of 130 deg.at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Nov 29, 2025 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Replace with new the missing window glass pane at 1st window lower sash from south at west in the 3rd room from north at west located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Nov 29, 2025 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Nov 29, 2025 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Nov 29, 2025 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out
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- BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective spring balance at 1st window lower sash from west at north in the 2nd room from north located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Nov 29, 2025 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective broken glass at 2nd window lower sash from south at west in the 3rd room from north at west located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Nov 29, 2025 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Replace the broken or defective washbasin in the bathroom located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Nov 29, 2025 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt b1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Aug 19, 2025 · Apt B1
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Remove all obstructions and repair all defects in wasteline at wash basin in the bathroom located at apt b1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Aug 19, 2025 · Apt B1
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt b1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Aug 19, 2025 · Apt B1
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - 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 13, 2025
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the kitchen located at apt b1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jan 16, 2025 · Apt B1
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system locked door at boiler room
Jan 16, 2025
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective ceiling light fixture in the bathroom located at apt b1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jan 16, 2025 · Apt B1
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt b1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jan 16, 2025 · Apt B1
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt b1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jan 16, 2025 · Apt B1
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt b1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jan 16, 2025 · Apt B1
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt b1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jan 16, 2025 · Apt B1
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - CImmediately hazardous
Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt d2, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 15, 2025 · Apt D2
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system locked door at boiler room
Jan 15, 2025
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt b1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Dec 5, 2024 · Apt B1
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective ceiling light fixture in the bathroom located at apt b1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Dec 5, 2024 · Apt B1
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Provide adequate supply of hot water for the fixtures ... in the kitchen located at apt b1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Dec 5, 2024 · Apt B1
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective ventilation system at the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt b1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Dec 5, 2024 · Apt B1
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt b1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Dec 5, 2024 · Apt B1
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt b1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Dec 5, 2024 · Apt B1
Open — 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 31, 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 7, 2022
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 10, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Dec 20, 2021 · Apt 2B
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system door locked at basement
Dec 20, 2021
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.
Apr 20, 2021
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.
Apr 20, 2021
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 6, 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.
Oct 29, 2018
Closed — Violation dismissed - 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, apartment at north
Mar 8, 2007 · Apt 1
Open — Not complied with
DOB building violations · 25
- Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2016 inspection/test
Sep 15, 2017
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2015 inspection/test
Dec 1, 2016
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 13, 2016
Dob violation - resolved - Residential elevator periodic inspection/test elevatorrequired
Failure to perform category 5 inspection
Jun 1, 2016
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2014 inspection/test
Jun 10, 2015
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2013 inspection/test
Oct 31, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2012 inspection/test
Mar 31, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 18, 2013
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2011 inspection/test
Oct 1, 2012
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2010 inspection/test
Dec 13, 2011
Dob violation - dismissed
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- Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Dec 8, 2011
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Vcat1-elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Oct 8, 2010
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 3, 2010
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Oct 23, 2007
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 6, 2006
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatoroptional
Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional
Oct 1, 2005
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 17, 2003
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
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Mar 19, 2001
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
3f5420
Feb 8, 2000
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
3f5420
Dec 7, 1998
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatoroptional
Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional
Jan 6, 1998
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatoroptional
Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional
Jan 13, 1997
Dob violation - active - Elevator elevatoroptional
Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional
Jan 13, 1997
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Oct 16, 1995
Vp*-violation unserved ecb- dismissed - Elevator elevatoroptional
Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional
Apr 17, 1995
Dob violation - dismissed
ECB violations · 4
- Class - 1
Failure to correct condition(s) cited in nov 34817221l for work done w/o a permit ( kitchen, bathroom, etc at cellar ) remedy: correct condition(s0 cited
Apr 13, 2010
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to file c of o w/ do pursuant to 28-204.2 for violation 34817553h operation of pa w.o a permit. remedy: file c of o
Apr 13, 2010 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Class - 1
Operation of a public assembly w/o a current pa permit.rem-obtain a p/a permit.
Nov 22, 2009 · Penalty $1,600
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner 3pack emergency lighting @ rear exit is inopenable @ time of inspection.rem-repair or replace emergency lighting as indicated forwith.
Nov 22, 2009 · Penalty $250
Resolve
Complaints
- Electric
No lighting
Feb 12, 2026 · Apt A1
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Feb 12, 2026 · Apt A1
Close - Door/window
Door
Feb 12, 2026 · Apt A1
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Feb 12, 2026 · Apt A1
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Feb 12, 2026 · Apt A1
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Feb 12, 2026 · Apt A1
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Feb 12, 2026 · Apt A1
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Nov 28, 2025 · Apt 1
Close - Water leak
Heavy flow
Nov 28, 2025 · Apt 1
Close - Electric
Power outage
Nov 28, 2025 · Apt 1
Close
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- Door/window
Window pane
Nov 28, 2025 · Apt 1
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Nov 28, 2025 · Apt 1
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Nov 28, 2025 · Apt 1
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Nov 28, 2025 · Apt 1
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Nov 3, 2025 · Apt 1
Close - Electric
Power outage
Nov 3, 2025 · Apt 1
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Nov 3, 2025 · Apt 1
Close - Door/window
Window pane
Nov 3, 2025 · Apt 1
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Aug 18, 2025 · Apt B1
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Aug 18, 2025 · Apt B1
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Aug 18, 2025 · Apt B1
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Aug 18, 2025 · Apt B1
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Aug 18, 2025 · Apt B1
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Aug 18, 2025 · Apt B1
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Aug 18, 2025 · Apt B1
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Aug 18, 2025 · Apt B1
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 16, 2025 · Apt B1
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jan 16, 2025 · Apt B1
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jan 16, 2025 · Apt B1
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 14, 2025 · Apt D2
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 12, 2025 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 11, 2025 · Apt 1D
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 7, 2025 · Apt D2
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 7, 2025 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Dec 13, 2024 · Apt A1
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Dec 2, 2024 · Apt B1
Close - Electric
Lighting
Dec 2, 2024 · Apt B1
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Dec 2, 2024 · Apt B1
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Dec 2, 2024 · Apt B1
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Dec 2, 2024 · Apt B1
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Jul 26, 2023 · Apt 3C
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 28, 2022 · Apt 2B
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 27, 2022 · Apt 2B
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 14, 2022 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 24, 2021 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 19, 2021 · Apt 2B
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 7, 2021 · Apt BLDG
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Dec 4, 2021 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 27, 2021 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 26, 2021 · Apt 2B
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Elevator apartment building (D1)
- Year built
- 1930
- Floors
- 4
- Residential units
- 12
- Building area
- 12,240 ft²
- Lot area
- 7,500 ft²
- Zoning
- R6B
- Community board
- 305
- Council district
- 37
- Block / lot
- 3972 / 1
- Assessed value
- $742,500
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #388222, last renewed Jul 14, 2026.
Questions about 291 Essex Street
Who owns 291 Essex Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 291 Essex St LLC.
Does 291 Essex Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 42 housing violations at this property.
Is 291 Essex 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 291 Essex Street built?
City records list 1930 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 291 Essex Street?
It has 12 residential units.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.