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285 Shepherd Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11208BBL 3-03973-0013Map

Owner of record: Martinez, Sergio

285 Shepherd Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1930 in Brooklyn, 11208. It has 3 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is Martinez, Sergio. HPD has recorded 144 housing violations here, most recently on May 5, 2026. 10 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
144
DOB violations
3
ECB violations
7
HPD complaints
151

What to know

Concern
2 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation May 5, 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 · 144

  • A

    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 5, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    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 10, 2025

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    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 11, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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.

    Nov 17, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    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 24, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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.

    Nov 7, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    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

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Properly secure the loose wooden tread , 2nd from bottom at basement public hall stairs

    Jan 10, 2022

    Open — Second no access to re-inspect violation
  • B

    § 12 m/d law discontinue the storage of combustible material consisting of house hold items in boiler room at basement

    Jan 10, 2022

    Open — Second no access to re-inspect violation
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 1st story

    Jan 10, 2022 · Apt 2

    Open — Second no access to re-inspect violation
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  • A

    Provide a peep hole in entrance door of the dwelling unit so located so as to permit a person inside the dwelling to view any person outside entrance door ''missing'' in the entrance located at apt 2, 1st story

    Jan 10, 2022 · Apt 2

    Open — Second no access to re-inspect violation
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of house hold items at public hall, 2nd story

    Jan 10, 2022

    Open — Second no access to re-inspect violation
  • B

    Fire egress defective. make stationary the iron ladder leading to scuttle opening in roof at public hall, 2nd story

    Jan 10, 2022

    Open — Second no access to re-inspect violation
  • C

    Properly secure the loose balustrade at public hall, 2nd story

    Jan 10, 2022

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    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

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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.

    Apr 13, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Properly repair the broken or defective intercom system in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Oct 27, 2020 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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.

    Oct 31, 2019

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing located at apt 3, 2nd story, apartment at east

    Jun 9, 2019 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Arrange and make self-closing the doors in the entrance located at apt 3, 2nd story, apartment at east

    Jun 9, 2019 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective located at apt 2, 1st story, apartment at north

    Jun 9, 2019 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Arrange and make self-closing the doors in the entrance located at apt 2, 1st story, apartment at north

    Jun 9, 2019 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Arrange and make self-closing the doors .. at boiler room

    Jun 9, 2019

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective metal ceiling at boiler room

    Jun 9, 2019

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Arrange and make self-closing the doors in the entrance located at bsmt-apt 1, bsmt-apt at north

    Jun 9, 2019 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Post a sign indicating hours of collection and method of collection of waste material where dumbwaiter service is not provided. at public hall, 1st story

    Dec 5, 2018

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing at public hall, 1st story

    Dec 5, 2018

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Post, in a form approved by the commissioner, and maintain a notice in a common area of the building regarding the procedures that should be followed when a gas leak is suspected at public hall, 1st story

    Oct 30, 2018

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Post and maintain a proper sign on wall of entrance story showing the registration number assigned by the department and the address of the building. at public hall, 1st story

    Oct 30, 2018

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Post notice, in form approved by the department, stating the name and location of the person designated by the owner to have key to buildings heating system .. at public hall, 1st story

    Oct 30, 2018

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Post and maintain a proper notice on wall of the entrance story in english and spanish on the availability of the agencys housing information guide. a sample notice can be found at www.nyc.gov/hpd. at public hall, 1st story

    Oct 30, 2018

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Post, in a form approved by the commissioner, and maintain a notice in a common area of the building regarding the procedures that should be followed when a gas leak is suspected at public hall, 1st story

    Oct 30, 2018

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Post a proper notice of carbon monoxide detecting device requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, in a common area of a class a multiple dwelling near inspection certificate or provide notice to tenants in a private dwelling. at public hall, 1st story

    Oct 30, 2018

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace with new the broken or defective hatchcover frame

    Oct 10, 2018

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 1fl, 1st story

    Aug 1, 2018 · Apt 1FL

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Properly repair the broken or defective paving at front entrance to building in the yard

    Mar 8, 2018

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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.

    Nov 29, 2017

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

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

    Aug 18, 2017 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all walls and ceiling in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Aug 18, 2017 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective paving at the west yard at front areaway

    Aug 18, 2017

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the 1st room from east located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Aug 18, 2017 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Replace with new the missing vynl floor tiles in the 1st room from east located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Aug 18, 2017 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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.

    Nov 15, 2016

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Provide ventilation for water closet compartment and/or bathroom and file application for approval before doing work .. in the bathroom located at apt 3, 2nd story, apartment at north

    Jul 1, 2016 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ..water damaged ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2, 1st story, apartment at north

    Jul 1, 2016 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Provide ventilation for water closet compartment and/or bathroom and file application for approval before doing work .. in the bathroom located at apt 2, 1st story, apartment at north

    Jul 1, 2016 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Provide ventilation for water closet compartment and/or bathroom and file application for approval before doing work .. in the bathroom located at bsmt-apt 1

    Jul 1, 2016 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of several wires and cables tied to gooseneck ladder leading to roof at fire escape at east

    Jul 1, 2016

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace with new the broken or defective scuttle hatchcover and frame at roof at public hall

    Jul 1, 2016

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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.

    Oct 14, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed

DOB building violations · 3

  • Construction other optional

    Ther is not 80 sq ft of livable space per person throughout. current livable space is approx 1,534 sq ft & observed occupancy is 30 beds/ persons

    Jun 30, 2015

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Feb 26, 2014

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Jan 15, 2014

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 7

  • Class - 1

    In 3 story, basement, 1st and 2nd floor, 3 family building, apt at 1st floor has front door of apt covered over with sheetrock obstructing egress., remove obstruction

    Mar 12, 2020 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner. noted: on the first floor at various locations there are holes in the ceiling. rem: repair and/or replace.

    Mar 6, 2018 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#063015cstfoiscs issued on 06/30/15 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1 & 102-01. for exceeding max occupancy load. remedy: comply w/comm's order

    Dec 21, 2017 · Penalty $12,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/comm's order contained in summ/vio#063015cstf01scs issued on 06/30/15 and to file a cofc pursuant to 28-201.and 1rcny 102-01.there is not 80 sq ft on livable space per person throughout.occu

    Nov 8, 2017 · Penalty $4,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply with the commissioner's order contained in summons/vio 063015cstf01scs issued on 6/30/15 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. for exeeding max. occupancy load. remedy: compl

    Aug 14, 2017 · Penalty $2,430

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Gas being supplied to building w/o inspection and certification by dobat first floor gas meter for the first floor is supplying gas to the far right gas meter bar.having no gas meter & gas meter bar being lock

    Oct 11, 2013

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Gas being supplied to bldg w/o inspection and certification by dob. at1st flr gas meter for the 1st flr is supplying gas to the far right gas meter bar.having no gas meter & gas meter bar being lockedby utility

    Oct 9, 2013 · Penalty $1,000

    Active

Complaints

  • General

    Mailbox

    Jun 4, 2026 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jun 4, 2026 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jun 4, 2026 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Apr 5, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Aug 3, 2018 · Apt 2FL

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Aug 3, 2018 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • General

    Cooking gas

    Aug 1, 2018 · Apt 1FL

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Aug 1, 2018 · Apt 1FL

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Mar 6, 2018 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Mar 6, 2018 · Apt 3

    Close
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  • Door/window

    Door

    Mar 6, 2018 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Outside building

    Pavement

    Mar 6, 2018 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Mar 6, 2018 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Mar 6, 2018 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Aug 15, 2017 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Aug 15, 2017 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Outside building

    Pavement

    Aug 15, 2017 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Aug 15, 2017 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Aug 15, 2017 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Aug 15, 2017 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Aug 15, 2017 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Aug 15, 2017 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Aug 15, 2017 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Aug 15, 2017 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Aug 15, 2017 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Aug 15, 2017 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Aug 15, 2017 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Aug 15, 2017 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Aug 15, 2017 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Window/frame

    Aug 15, 2017 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Safety

    Fire escape

    Aug 15, 2017 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door frame

    Sep 25, 2015 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Sep 25, 2015 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Sep 25, 2015 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Sep 25, 2015 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Sep 25, 2015 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Sep 25, 2015 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Sep 25, 2015 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 31, 2013 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Mar 11, 2013 · Apt 1

    Close
  • General

    Ceramic-tile

    Mar 11, 2013 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Mar 11, 2013 · Apt 1

    Close
  • General

    Locks

    Mar 11, 2013 · Apt 1

    Close
  • General

    Doors

    Mar 11, 2013 · Apt 1

    Close
  • General

    Locks

    Mar 11, 2013 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Mar 11, 2013 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Mar 11, 2013 · Apt 1

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Mar 11, 2013 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 8, 2013 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 24, 2013 · 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
Walk-up apartment building (C0)
Year built
1930
Floors
3
Residential units
3
Building area
2,166 ft²
Lot area
1,950 ft²
Zoning
R6B
Community board
305
Council district
37
Block / lot
3973 / 13
Assessed value
$57,960
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #330162, last renewed Aug 22, 2025.

Questions about 285 Shepherd Avenue

Who owns 285 Shepherd Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Martinez, Sergio.

Does 285 Shepherd Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 144 housing violations at this property.

Is 285 Shepherd 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 285 Shepherd Avenue built?

City records list 1930 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 285 Shepherd Avenue?

It has 3 residential units.

Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.