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342 Ridgewood Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11208BBL 3-04127-0031Map

Owner of record: 342 Ridgewood Realty Corp.

342 Ridgewood Avenue is a mixed residential and retail building built in 1915 in Brooklyn, 11208. It has 4 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is 342 Ridgewood Realty Corp.. HPD has recorded 55 housing violations here, most recently on May 7, 2026. 17 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
55
DOB violations
24
ECB violations
15
HPD complaints
18

What to know

Concern
3 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation May 7, 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 · 55

  • 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 7, 2026

    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 18, 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.

    Jun 12, 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 16, 2024

    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 29, 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 8, 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.

    Apr 16, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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

    Mar 10, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    § 329, m/d law and dept. rules and regs. provide a completed certificate of inspection visits in a proper frame at or near mailboxes, bottom edge of frame between 48-62 inches above floor at public hall, 1st story

    Mar 10, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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

    Mar 10, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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  • A

    Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box at public hall, 1st story

    Mar 10, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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.

    Mar 10, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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

    Mar 10, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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

    Mar 10, 2021

    Open — Invalid certification
  • C

    Remove the illegal double cylinder key operated locking device at door at entrance to building, at public hall, 1st story

    Oct 24, 2019

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Install the missing or repair/replace the defective window guard(s) in accordance with the specifications of the new york city health code section 24 rcny chapter 12. wg to install = 1; wg to replace = 0; wg to repair = 0; at public hall, 2nd story

    Oct 24, 2019

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of free standing radiator at public hall, 2nd story

    Oct 24, 2019

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at wash basin sink (hot water) in the bathroom located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Oct 24, 2019 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Install the missing or repair/replace the defective window guard(s) in accordance with the specifications of the new york city health code section 24 rcny chapter 12. wg to install = 3; wg to replace = 00; wg to repair = 0; in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Oct 24, 2019 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from window to fire escape or provide approved type gate ... in the 1st room from east located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Oct 24, 2019 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

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

    Sep 4, 2019 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Sep 4, 2019 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

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

    Sep 4, 2019 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation radiator at north in the 2nd room from east located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Sep 4, 2019 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

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

    Sep 4, 2019 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

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

    Sep 4, 2019 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

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

    Sep 4, 2019 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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

    Sep 4, 2019

    Open — Invalid certification
  • 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

    Sep 4, 2019

    Open — Invalid certification
  • A

    Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box missing at public hall, 1st story

    Sep 4, 2019

    Open — Invalid certification
  • A

    § 329, m/d law and dept. rules and regs. provide a completed certificate of inspection visits in a proper frame at or near mailboxes, bottom edge of frame between 48-62 inches above floor miising at public hall, 1st story

    Sep 4, 2019

    Open — Invalid certification
  • 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

    Sep 4, 2019

    Open — Invalid certification
  • C

    Install the missing or repair/replace the defective window guard(s) in accordance with the specifications of the new york city health code section 24 rcny chapter 12. wg to install = 3; wg to replace = 2; wg to repair = 0; in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Sep 4, 2019 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    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 2nd room from east located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Sep 4, 2019 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the kitchen , the bathroom located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Sep 4, 2019 · Apt 2

    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.

    Dec 6, 2017

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective mortise lock mechanism at door in the entrance located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jan 18, 2017 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 missing at vestibule 1st story public hall

    Jan 18, 2017

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jan 18, 2017 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    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, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jan 18, 2017 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jan 18, 2017 · Apt 1

    Open — Invalid certification
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jan 18, 2017 · Apt 1

    Open — Invalid certification
  • C

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

    Jan 18, 2017 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

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

    Jan 18, 2017 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the nuisance consisting of mold ... (18 sq ft) on ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jan 18, 2017 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

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

    Jan 18, 2017 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the nuisance consisting of mold ... (4 sq ft) on sill at 2nd window frame from west at north wall in the 1st room from east at north located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jan 18, 2017 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system door locked to cellar at 1st story public hall

    Jan 18, 2017

    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 23, 2016

    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.

    Oct 19, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed

DOB building violations · 24

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2024 external low pressure inspection

    Nov 14, 2025

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2023 external low pressure inspection

    Sep 23, 2024

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    Structure rendered non compliant. at time of inspection damage observe d to have been sustained to metal roll down gate 15' of storefront alo ng with severed gas lines due to vehicle impact

    Apr 20, 2024

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2017 inspection report

    Nov 8, 2019

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2016 inspection report

    Apr 6, 2018

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2014 inspection report

    Oct 1, 2015

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2013 inspection report

    Mar 3, 2015

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2011 inspection report

    Mar 1, 2013

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Sep 19, 2012

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 1, 2009

    Dob violation - dismissed
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  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 3, 2008

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 6, 2006

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 19, 2003

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 26, 2002

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 27, 2001

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 7, 2000

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 16, 1999

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    May 4, 1998

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Sep 16, 1997

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 10, 1997

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Aug 29, 1995

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jun 1, 1994

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • 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 - dismissed

ECB violations · 15

  • Class - 3

    Work without a permit.note:observed an illegal curb cut of approximately 8ft allowing access onto the caption premises at time of inspectionthere are no records of filing for permit for the above work.illegal c

    Sep 30, 2020

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply w/the commissioner's order contained in nov #34953023r issued on 6.29.13 for construction work etc. done w/o a permit. remedy: comply w/the commissioner's order.

    Nov 15, 2013 · Penalty $2,400

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply w/the commissioner's order contained in notice of violation #34953023r issued on 6/29/13. for construction work etc done w/o a permit. remedy: comply w/the comm's order.

    Sep 10, 2013 · Penalty $6,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply w/the commissioner's order contained in notice of violation #34953023r issued on 6/29/12. for construction work etc done w/o a permit. remedy: comply w/the comm's order.

    Jul 3, 2013 · Penalty $2,400

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply w/the commissioner's order contained in notice of violation #34953023r issued on 6/29/12. for construction etc done w/o a permit. remedy: comply w/the comm's order.

    May 13, 2013 · Penalty $6,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Fail to comply w/commissioner's order contained in nov #34953023r issued on 06/29/12 for installing cooking equip w/o a permit.noted:job filed in associate of said violation #300226869 on 8/1/12 remains approve

    Mar 25, 2013 · Penalty $6,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Work without permit work noted:inside meat market gas line ran to multiple gas cooking equipment of remodeled store. rem: obtain permit.

    Jun 29, 2012 · Penalty $1,600

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain building in code complaint manner. note: ground floor right apt, metal gate obstruct means of egress. rem: remove gate.

    Jun 9, 2009

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Work w/o permit illegal work noted bldg found to be modified at cellar in that 5 rms etal were created using full height partitions in order to create additional dwelling spaces w/o proper lights and ventilatio

    Nov 19, 2008

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Occupancy contrary to the that allowed by c of o or dept records bldg is arranged and occupied as dwelling space at cellar w/ 5rms etal contrary to c of o #170176160 which specified permissible use and occupanc

    Nov 19, 2008 · Penalty $2,400

    Resolve
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  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner broken defective loose wooden staircase from 1st fl to cellar use as primary means of egress for sros etal at cellar boiler rm door not self closing ceiling & f

    Nov 19, 2008 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner noted at first floor right apt bdrm and living rm found w/ the installation of rolldown gate on the exterior wall obstruction egress at second means and prevent

    Nov 19, 2008 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work without a permit work noted frame sheet rock partitions constructed thrughout cellar east section created two rooms bathroom, and two closets. remedy: obtain a permit if feasible or restore the premises to

    Jan 3, 1997 · Penalty $350

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work without a permit work noted construction of partition walls a bathroom and kitchen at cellar west. remedy:obtain a permit if feasiblor remove the illegal construction and restore to prior legal conditio

    Nov 23, 1992 · Penalty $350

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by dept. of buildings records. occupancy change from ordinary to living quarters in the cellar. remedy:obtain a valid cofo if feasible or discontinue illegal occupanc

    Nov 23, 1992

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Mar 7, 2021 · Apt 5

    Close
  • Safety

    Window guard broken/missing

    Aug 29, 2019 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Aug 29, 2019 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Aug 29, 2019 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Steam pipe/riser

    Jan 17, 2017 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jan 17, 2017 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jan 17, 2017 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jan 17, 2017 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jan 17, 2017 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jan 17, 2017 · Apt 1

    Close
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  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 17, 2017 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Jan 17, 2017 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 17, 2016 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • General

    Cooking gas

    Oct 13, 2012 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 31, 2009 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Aug 11, 2008 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Aug 11, 2008 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Mar 30, 2003 · Apt BLDG

    Close

Sales history

DatePriceTypeUnits
Aug 18, 2026$1,250,000Rentals - 4-10 unit6

Building details

Building type
Mixed residential and retail building (S9)
Year built
1915
Floors
3
Residential units
4
Building area
4,095 ft²
Lot area
3,210 ft²
Zoning
R4
Community board
305
Council district
37
Block / lot
4127 / 31
Assessed value
$266,400
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #368791, last renewed Feb 20, 2026.

Questions about 342 Ridgewood Avenue

Who owns 342 Ridgewood Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 342 Ridgewood Realty Corp..

Does 342 Ridgewood Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 55 housing violations at this property.

Is 342 Ridgewood 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 342 Ridgewood Avenue built?

City records list 1915 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 342 Ridgewood Avenue?

It has 4 residential units and 6 units in total.

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