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286 Fountain Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11208BBL 3-04246-0035Map

Owner of record: Varela, Carmelo C

286 Fountain Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1910 in Brooklyn, 11208. It has 3 residential units across 2 floors. The owner of record is Varela, Carmelo C. HPD has recorded 24 housing violations here, most recently on May 4, 2026. 17 of the 24 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
24
DOB violations
0
ECB violations
0
HPD complaints
28

What to know

Concern
2 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation May 4, 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 · 24

  • 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 4, 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 9, 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

    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 10, 2024

    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 17, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective upper window sash at east wall in the 1st room from east at south located at apt 1stflo, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jun 11, 2023 · Apt 1STFLO

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

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

    Jun 11, 2023 · Apt 1STFLO

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... 1sqft of mold at north wall near window in the bathroom located at apt 1stflo, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jun 11, 2023 · Apt 1STFLO

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tiles near window in the bathroom located at apt 1stflo, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jun 11, 2023 · Apt 1STFLO

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 1stflo, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jun 11, 2023 · Apt 1STFLO

    Open — Nov sent out
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  • C

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

    Jun 11, 2023 · Apt 1STFLO

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 1stflo, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jun 11, 2023 · Apt 1STFLO

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective in the entire apartment located at apt 1stflo, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jun 11, 2023 · Apt 1STFLO

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

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

    Jun 11, 2023 · Apt 1STFLO

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the 5th room from east located at apt 1stflo, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jun 11, 2023 · Apt 1STFLO

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling at public hall, 1st story

    Jun 11, 2023

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... 1sqft of mold at north wall near window in the bathroom located at apt 1stflo, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north original violation 16032413 issued 11-jun-23 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code §27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).

    Jun 11, 2023 · Apt 1STFLO

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • 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 22, 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.

    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.

    Feb 24, 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 8, 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 17, 2018

    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 22, 2017

    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 9, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed

DOB building violations · 0

No DOB violations on record

ECB violations · 0

No ECB violations on record

Complaints

  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Apr 18, 2023 · Apt 1STFLO

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Apr 18, 2023 · Apt 1STFLO

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Apr 18, 2023 · Apt 1STFLO

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Apr 18, 2023 · Apt 1STFLO

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Apr 18, 2023 · Apt 1STFLO

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Apr 18, 2023 · Apt 1STFLO

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Apr 18, 2023 · Apt 1STFLO

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Apr 18, 2023 · Apt 1STFLO

    Close
  • Water leak

    Damp spot

    Apr 18, 2023 · Apt 1STFLO

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Apr 18, 2023 · Apt 1STFLO

    Close
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  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Apr 18, 2023 · Apt 1STFLO

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Apr 18, 2023 · Apt 1STFLO

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Apr 18, 2023 · Apt 1STFLO

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Apr 18, 2023 · Apt 1STFLO

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Apr 18, 2023 · Apt 1STFLO

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Apr 18, 2023 · Apt 1STFLO

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Apr 18, 2023 · Apt 1STFLO

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Apr 18, 2023 · Apt 1STFLO

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Apr 13, 2023 · Apt 1STFLO

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Apr 13, 2023 · Apt 1STFLO

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Apr 13, 2023 · Apt 1STFLO

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Apr 13, 2023 · Apt 1STFLO

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Apr 13, 2023 · Apt 1STFLO

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Apr 13, 2023 · Apt 1STFLO

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Apr 13, 2023 · Apt 1STFLO

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Apr 13, 2023 · Apt 1STFLO

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 25, 2022 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Sep 20, 2022 · Apt 1

    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
1910
Floors
2
Residential units
3
Building area
3,780 ft²
Lot area
2,500 ft²
Zoning
R5
Community board
305
Council district
42
Block / lot
4246 / 35
Assessed value
$68,640
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #358095, last renewed Jul 14, 2025.

Questions about 286 Fountain Avenue

Who owns 286 Fountain Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Varela, Carmelo C.

Does 286 Fountain Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 24 housing violations at this property.

Is 286 Fountain 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 286 Fountain Avenue built?

City records list 1910 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 286 Fountain 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.