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285 Fountain Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11208BBL 3-04247-0009Map

Owner of record: 285 Fountain LLC

285 Fountain Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1930 in Brooklyn, 11208. It has 6 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is 285 Fountain LLC. HPD has recorded 85 housing violations here, most recently on October 20, 2026. 28 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 6 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
85
DOB violations
23
ECB violations
2
HPD complaints
210

What to know

Concern
8 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Watch
Last violation Oct 20, 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

Rent-stabilized units in 2024
6
About 100% of the building's 6 apartments

Counts come from owners' rent-stabilization filings shown on NYC Department of Finance tax bills, as extracted by JustFix. They tell you a building has stabilized apartments, not which ones.

Stabilized units by tax-bill year

Think your apartment is stabilized? Request its rent history from HCR (free), then check your renewal with the renewal calculator.

Violations

Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.

HPD housing violations · 85

  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective window lower sash counter ballance in the kitchen located at apt 1f, 1st story

    Oct 20, 2026 · Apt 1F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective windows lower sashes in the entire apartment located at apt 1f, 1st story

    Oct 20, 2026 · Apt 1F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

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

    Oct 14, 2026 · Apt 1F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of hotwater exceeding 130 degrees. in the entire apartment located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Oct 14, 2026 · Apt 1F

    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.

    May 8, 2026

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 sq ft at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 12, 2025 · Apt 1F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 sq ft at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east original violation 18164194 issued 12-aug-25 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code 27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).

    Aug 12, 2025 · Apt 1F

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

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective ceiling light fixture in the kitchen located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 12, 2025 · Apt 1F

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective ceiling light fixture in the bathroom located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 12, 2025 · Apt 1F

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 12, 2025 · Apt 1F

    Closed — Violation closed
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  • A

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

    Aug 12, 2025 · Apt 1F

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

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

    Aug 12, 2025 · Apt 1F

    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.

    Nov 26, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Provide a safe and adequate supply of electric service to the fixtures (light fixture and outlets) in the kitchen located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 10, 2024 · Apt 1F

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling in the 4th room from east located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 10, 2024 · Apt 1F

    Open — Not complied with
  • C

    Provide a safe and adequate supply of electric service to the fixtures (light fixture and outlets) in the bathroom located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 10, 2024 · Apt 1F

    Open — Not complied with
  • C

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

    Sep 10, 2024 · Apt 1F

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

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

    Sep 10, 2024 · Apt 1F

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling and east wall in the 3rd room from east located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 10, 2024 · Apt 1F

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 sq feet at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south original violation 17270090 issued 10-sep-24 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code §27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).

    Sep 10, 2024 · Apt 1F

    Open — Not complied with
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 sq feet at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 10, 2024 · Apt 1F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 6, 2024 · Apt 1F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling in the 4th room from east located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 6, 2024 · Apt 1F

    Open — Not complied with
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 6, 2024 · Apt 1F

    Open — Defect letter issued
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling and east wall in the 3rd room from east located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 6, 2024 · Apt 1F

    Open — Not complied with
  • C

    Provide a safe and adequate supply of electric service to the fixtures (all electrical outlets and light fixture) in the bathroom located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 6, 2024 · Apt 1F

    Open — Not complied with
  • C

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

    Sep 6, 2024 · Apt 1F

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

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

    Sep 6, 2024 · Apt 1F

    Open — Not complied with
  • C

    Provide a safe and adequate supply of electric service to the fixtures (lights and electrical outlets) in the kitchen located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 6, 2024 · Apt 1F

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective brick 's mortar joints at south exterior wall, all stories

    Jun 14, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective brick's motar joints at 3rd story at west exterior wall

    Jun 14, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... at ceiling and east wall approx. 2 sq. feet in the bathroom located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Apr 22, 2024 · Apt 1F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective light fixture at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Apr 22, 2024 · Apt 1F

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... at ceiling and east wall approx. 2 sq. feet in the bathroom located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south original violation 16928839 issued 22-apr-24 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code §27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).

    Apr 22, 2024 · Apt 1F

    Open — Not complied with
  • A

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

    Apr 22, 2024 · Apt 1F

    Open — Not complied with
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the 4th room from east located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Apr 22, 2024 · Apt 1F

    Open — Not complied with
  • A

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

    Apr 22, 2024 · Apt 1F

    Open — Not complied with
  • C

    Remove the illegal fastening key operated padlock obstructing egress at south yard from fire escape leading to street yard

    Apr 22, 2024

    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 16, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective in the entrance located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Aug 11, 2021 · Apt 1F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective spring balance lower sash window in the bathroom located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Aug 11, 2021 · Apt 1F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

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

    Aug 11, 2021 · Apt 1F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the foyer located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Aug 11, 2021 · Apt 1F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

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

    Aug 11, 2021 · Apt 1F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the 1st room from east located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Aug 11, 2021 · Apt 1F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective connection drain pipe at wash basin in the bathroom located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Aug 11, 2021 · Apt 1F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Aug 11, 2021 · Apt 1F

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

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

    Aug 11, 2021 · Apt 1F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Aug 11, 2021 · Apt 1F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

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

    Apr 23, 2021 · Apt 1F

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 23

  • 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

    Nov 8, 2019

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2016 inspection report

    Apr 6, 2018

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2015 inspection report

    Feb 24, 2017

    Dob violation - active
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  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 19, 2007

    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

    Jan 31, 2005

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 13, 2004

    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

    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 · 2

  • Class - 2

    B265/as per class 2(265)28-303.7 failure to file a compelete boiler inspection report as per dob records.submit a current b0-9 report.

    Apr 25, 2017

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Install stack cleanout door. install a approved fireproof boiler roomdoor.

    Dec 12, 1988 · Penalty $3,000

    Active

Complaints

  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Oct 23, 2026 · Apt 2F

    Open
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Oct 23, 2026 · Apt 2F

    Open
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Oct 23, 2026 · Apt 1F

    Open
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Oct 23, 2026 · Apt 1F

    Open
  • Electric

    No lighting

    Oct 22, 2026 · Apt 1F

    Open
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Oct 22, 2026 · Apt 1F

    Open
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Oct 22, 2026 · Apt 1F

    Open
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Oct 22, 2026 · Apt 1F

    Open
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Oct 22, 2026 · Apt 1F

    Open
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Oct 22, 2026 · Apt 1F

    Open
Show 40 more ↓
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Oct 21, 2026 · Apt 1F

    Open
  • Electric

    No lighting

    Oct 21, 2026 · Apt 1F

    Open
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Oct 21, 2026 · Apt 1F

    Open
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Oct 21, 2026 · Apt 1F

    Open
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Oct 21, 2026 · Apt 1F

    Open
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Oct 20, 2026 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Oct 20, 2026 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Oct 20, 2026 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Oct 20, 2026 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Oct 19, 2026 · Apt 1F1STF

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Oct 19, 2026 · Apt 1F1STF

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Oct 18, 2026 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Oct 18, 2026 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Oct 17, 2026 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Oct 17, 2026 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Oct 16, 2026 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door frame

    Oct 15, 2026 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Oct 15, 2026 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Oct 15, 2026 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Oct 15, 2026 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Oct 15, 2026 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Oct 14, 2026 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Oct 13, 2026 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Oct 9, 2026 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Oct 6, 2026 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Oct 6, 2026 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Oct 5, 2026 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Sep 9, 2026 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Sep 8, 2026 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Aug 27, 2026 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Aug 27, 2026 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Aug 22, 2026 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Aug 9, 2026 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Aug 9, 2026 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Jul 19, 2026 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Jun 23, 2026 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jun 23, 2026 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Electric

    No lighting

    Jun 23, 2026 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jun 23, 2026 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    May 25, 2026 · Apt 1F

    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
4,800 ft²
Lot area
2,750 ft²
Zoning
R5
Community board
305
Council district
42
Block / lot
4247 / 9
Assessed value
$333,000
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #341587, last renewed Jul 3, 2025.

Questions about 285 Fountain Avenue

Who owns 285 Fountain Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 285 Fountain LLC.

Does 285 Fountain Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 85 housing violations at this property.

Is 285 Fountain Avenue rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 6 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 100% of its 6 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 285 Fountain Avenue built?

City records list 1930 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 285 Fountain Avenue?

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.