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
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 · 144
- 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 5, 2026
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.
Jun 10, 2025
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 11, 2024
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 17, 2023
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 24, 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 2, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
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 - BHazardous
§ 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 - CImmediately hazardous
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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- ANon-hazardous
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 - BHazardous
Remove all encumbrances consisting of house hold items at public hall, 2nd story
Jan 10, 2022
Open — Second no access to re-inspect violation - BHazardous
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 - CImmediately hazardous
Properly secure the loose balustrade at public hall, 2nd story
Jan 10, 2022
Closed — Violation closed - 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
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 13, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
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 - 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
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
Arrange and make self-closing the doors .. at boiler room
Jun 9, 2019
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective metal ceiling at boiler room
Jun 9, 2019
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
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 - ANon-hazardous
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 - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing at public hall, 1st story
Dec 5, 2018
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
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 - ANon-hazardous
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 - CImmediately hazardous
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 - ANon-hazardous
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 - ANon-hazardous
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 - ANon-hazardous
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 - CImmediately hazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective hatchcover frame
Oct 10, 2018
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
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 - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective paving at front entrance to building in the yard
Mar 8, 2018
Closed — Violation closed - 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 29, 2017
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
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 - ANon-hazardous
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 - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective paving at the west yard at front areaway
Aug 18, 2017
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - 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 15, 2016
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - ANon-hazardous
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 - ANon-hazardous
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 - CImmediately hazardous
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 - CImmediately hazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective scuttle hatchcover and frame at roof at public hall
Jul 1, 2016
Closed — Violation closed - 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
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
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.