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478 Jerome Street

Brooklyn, NY 11207BBL 3-04045-0037Map

Owner of record: Olufemi Falade

478 Jerome Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1930 in Brooklyn, 11207. It has 6 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is Olufemi Falade. HPD has recorded 109 housing violations here, most recently on May 5, 2026. 43 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
109
DOB violations
34
ECB violations
10
HPD complaints
8

What to know

Concern
11 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 · 109

  • 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
  • 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 18, 2025

    Open — Info 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

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 26, 2024

    Open — Info 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.

    Apr 10, 2024

    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.

    Mar 23, 2023

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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.

    Feb 25, 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.

    Feb 25, 2022

    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.

    Apr 9, 2021

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 30, 2019

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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  • 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 18, 2018

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Fire escape defective. replace with new the broken, defective and/or missing drop ladder at east fire escape (building front)

    Dec 20, 2017

    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 24, 2017

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Provide adequate lighting at or near the outside of the front entranceway of the building and keep same burning from sunset every day to sunrise on the day following a minimum of 100 watts of incandescent light required. (light fixture present)

    Jan 26, 2017

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Provide adequate lighting at or near the outside of the front entranceway of the building and keep same burning from sunset every day to sunrise on the day following a minimum of 100 watts of incandescent light required. (light fixture present)

    Oct 12, 2015

    Open — Not complied with
  • 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.

    Feb 23, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • I

    Above premises have been vacant and untenanted except for caretaker for 60 days or more, and cannot be reoccupied until a new certificate of occupancy has been obtained. premises have been vacant since ...(6/21/2012)

    Jun 21, 2012

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

    Properly secure the loose light fixture ceiling 1st sty public hall

    Oct 17, 1999

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

    Remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the south yard

    Oct 2, 1998

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

    Remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the cellar thru out

    Oct 2, 1998

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

    § 185, 240 m/d law properly fire retard in accordance with the rules and regulations of this department the cellar ceiling thru out

    Oct 2, 1998

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

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

    Oct 2, 1998

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

    Remove or cover in a manner approved by the department the peeling lead paint ceiling northwest room 2 sty west apt 4 er1 6078. located at apt 4

    Jun 24, 1998 · Apt 4

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

    Provide adequate lighting at or near the outside of the front entranceway of the building and keep same burning from sunset every day to sunrise on the day following 100 watts

    Jun 24, 1998

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Provide adequate light of not less than 60 watts incandescent or equivalent illumination 3 sty public hall

    Jun 24, 1998

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

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of exposed wires north wall electric outlet northwest room 2 sty west apt 4. located at apt 4

    Jun 24, 1998 · Apt 4

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

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin roaches 2 sty west apt 4. located at apt 4

    Jun 24, 1998 · Apt 4

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

    Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from window to fire escape or provide approved type gate 2 sty west apt 4. located at apt 4

    Jun 24, 1998 · Apt 4

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

    Replace with new the missing marble treads 2nd up intermediate stair landing to 3 sty public hall.

    Jun 24, 1998

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

    Replace with new the missing marble treads 1st 2nd and 5th up intermediate landing stair to 2 sty public hall.

    Jun 24, 1998

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

    Replace with new the missing marble tread intermediate landing top at 1 sty public hall.

    Jun 24, 1998

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

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective eroded and corroded seat angle and metal pans and risers stairs all stys public hall.

    Jun 24, 1998

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

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling 1 sty public hall.

    Jun 24, 1998

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

    Repair the roof so that it will not leak ceiling 3 sty public hall.

    Jun 24, 1998

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

    Remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the south court er1.

    Jun 24, 1998

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

    Replace with new the broken or defective upper sash glass window 1 sty public hall stairs intermediate landing to 2 sty er1.

    Jun 24, 1998

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

    Replace with new the missing lower sash window 1 sty public hall stairs intermediate landi to 2 sty er1.

    Jun 24, 1998

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

    Remove or cover in a manner approved by the department the peeling lead paint north wall southwest room 2 sty west apt 4 boatwright no phone er1 6078. located at apt 4

    Jun 24, 1998 · Apt 4

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

    Remove or cover in a manner approved by the department the peeling lead paint east wall and west entrance door case molding kitchen 2 sty west apt 4 boatwright no phone er1 6078. located at apt 4

    Jun 24, 1998 · Apt 4

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

    Remove or cover in a manner approved by the department the peeling lead paint door jamb bathroom 3 sty east apt 5 er1 97026607. located at apt 5

    Aug 29, 1997 · Apt 5

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

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

    Aug 29, 1997

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

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice and roaches 3 sty east apt 5. located at apt 5

    Aug 29, 1997 · Apt 5

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

    Cleanse and disinfect to the satisfaction of this department after removing the offensive odor cellar thru out.

    Aug 29, 1997

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

    Remove or cover in a manner approved by the department the peeling lead paint windows sash southeast room 3 sty east apt 5 er1 97026607 located at apt 5

    Aug 29, 1997 · Apt 5

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

    Remove or cover in a manner approved by the department the peeling lead paint windows sash northeast room 3 sty east apt 5 kirkland 827 9098 er1 97026607. located at apt 5

    Aug 29, 1997 · Apt 5

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

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures kitchen and bathroom 3 sty east apt 5 er1. located at apt 5

    Aug 29, 1997 · Apt 5

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

    Properly repair the broken or defective lock and assembly street entrance door to vestibule.

    Jul 12, 1997

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Refit bulkhead door to roof.

    Jul 12, 1997

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

    Arrange and make self-closing the doors public hall bulkhead to roof.

    Jul 12, 1997

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

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective plaster ceiling 3 sty public hall.

    Jul 12, 1997

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation

DOB building violations · 34

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2024 external low pressure inspection

    Nov 14, 2025

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2023 external low pressure inspection

    Sep 23, 2024

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2020 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 30, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2021 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 30, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2018 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 20, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2019 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 20, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2022 external low pressure inspection

    Apr 25, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2017 inspection report

    Jan 17, 2020

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2011 inspection report

    Mar 1, 2013

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2010 inspection report

    Dec 13, 2011

    Dob violation - active
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  • Unsafe buildings none

    Ub-unsafe buildings none

    Apr 23, 2010

    V%-dob violation
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Lblvio-low pressure boiler boiler required

    Dec 31, 2009

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 1, 2009

    Dob violation - active
  • Unsafe buildings none

    Ub-unsafe buildings none

    Jan 7, 2008

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 3, 2008

    Dob violation - active
  • Immediate emergency anythingoptional

    Imegncy-immediate emergency anythingoptional

    Aug 1, 2007

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 19, 2007

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 6, 2006

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 31, 2005

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 13, 2004

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 19, 2003

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 26, 2002

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 27, 2001

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 7, 2000

    Dob violation - active
  • Unsafe buildings none

    Ub-unsafe buildings none

    Dec 1, 1999

    V%-dob violation
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 16, 1999

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    May 4, 1998

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Sep 16, 1997

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Aug 29, 1997

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 10, 1997

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Aug 29, 1995

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jun 1, 1994

    Dob violation - active
  • 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 - active

ECB violations · 10

  • Class - 2

    Fail to comply w/commissioner's order to file a c/c w/dob for nov #34572670y issued 08/24/07. remedy: file certificate of correction.

    Jan 22, 2013 · Penalty $8,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 3

    Failure to maintain bldg. noted: windows of vacant bldg at rear of thepremises missing at cellar & second flr level, making access to the interior of bldg. remedy: seal all windows, make site safe.

    Jul 27, 2009 · Penalty $500

    Active
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain bldg. defects noted: missing windows at second andthird flrs exposing structure to environment to conditions. remedy: seal all openings.

    Jun 10, 2008 · Penalty $2,500

    Active
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain building. defect noted missing windows to be 2nd + 3rd flrs exposing structure to environment condition. remedy: seal all opening.

    May 10, 2008 · Penalty $10,000

    Active
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain bldg. defect noted: missing windows @ secured & 3rd flrs thru out exposing bldg to element. remedy: maintain bldg.

    Dec 6, 2007 · Penalty $2,500

    Active
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain bldg. defects noted: windows on the 3rd & 2nd flr found to be missing leaving rough openings exposed to the elements causing a hazardous condition. remedy: properly replace the missing

    Aug 24, 2007 · Penalty $2,500

    Active
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain bldg note:at rear of bldg 1st floor windows are broken out,rear door is open.bldg is vacant open & unguarded.remedy:maintain bldg.

    Jul 13, 2007 · Penalty $2,500

    Active
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to maintan building interior - defect is broken and open door at cellar front. remedy: replace to missing door.

    Dec 27, 1999 · Penalty $2,500

    Active
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to maintain bldg interior & exterior. defects are: rotted steel supports at underside of steel stairs at public hall throughout.broken, out of plumb, falling apart, brick guard wall at front yard.

    Aug 29, 1997 · Penalty $2,000

    Active
  • Non-hazardous

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the building department records cofo #41793 ordinary cellar changed and now occupied as storage of junk rubbish and sleeping quarters/bedroom.remedy discontinue illegal occ

    Dec 29, 1995 · Penalty $1,000

    Active

Complaints

  • Outside building

    Gutter/leader

    Dec 18, 2017 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Dec 18, 2017 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Dec 18, 2017 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Outside building

    Pavement

    Dec 18, 2017 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Electric

    No lighting

    Dec 18, 2017 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Dec 18, 2017 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Door/frame

    Dec 18, 2017 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Outside building

    Roofing

    Dec 18, 2017 · Apt BLDG

    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 (C2)
Year built
1930
Floors
3
Residential units
6
Building area
5,850 ft²
Lot area
2,500 ft²
Zoning
R5
Community board
305
Council district
42
Block / lot
4045 / 37
Assessed value
$351,000
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #318713, last renewed Oct 26, 2023.

Questions about 478 Jerome Street

Who owns 478 Jerome Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Olufemi Falade.

Does 478 Jerome Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 109 housing violations at this property.

Is 478 Jerome 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 478 Jerome Street built?

City records list 1930 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 478 Jerome Street?

It has 6 residential units.

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