249 East 23 Street
Brooklyn, NY 11226BBL 3-05167-0061Map
Owner of record: Lafortune, Ruth
249 East 23 Street is a two-family home built in 1910 in Brooklyn, 11226. It has 2 residential units across 2 floors. The owner of record is Lafortune, Ruth. HPD has recorded 29 housing violations here, most recently on December 4, 2024. 2 of the 29 most recent violations are still open.
- HPD violations
- 29
- DOB violations
- 1
- ECB violations
- 2
- HPD complaints
- 33
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 · 29
- 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.
Dec 4, 2024
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective skylight glass pane at public hall, 2nd story
Feb 8, 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 28, 2023
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures at range in the kitchen located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Nov 19, 2022 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of hot water exceeexceeding the maximum temperature of 130 degrees at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Nov 19, 2022 · 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.
Nov 17, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures at range in the kitchen located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jun 14, 2022 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the 1st door frame from west at north wall, 1st radiator from north at east wall, 2nd radiator from north at east wall in the 1st room from east at south located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 19, 2022 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the north wall in the 4th room from east located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 19, 2022 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard-paint that is xrf tested inconclusive for lead content at 0.5mg/cm2 and is presumed lead paint as set forth in (28 rcny §11-07(b)) and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface-using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) 2nd window frame from south at west wall in the 4th room from east located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 19, 2022 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation closed
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- BHazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 19, 2022 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
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) 1st window frame from south at west wall in the 4th room from east located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 19, 2022 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
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) 1st window frame from north at east wall in the 1st room from east at south located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 19, 2022 · Apt 1
Open — Lead docs submitted, not acceptable - CImmediately hazardous
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) 1st door frame from west at north wall in the 2nd room from east at south located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 19, 2022 · Apt 1
Open — Lead docs submitted, not acceptable - CImmediately hazardous
Certify compliance with lead-based paint hazard control requirements during period of unit vacancy by performing activities necessary to abate tested lead-based paint from required window and/or door friction surfaces for apartment and make floors smooth and cleanable, positive lead-based paint in an apartment with a child under six located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 19, 2022 · 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.
Apr 14, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
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) 1st door frame from west at north wall in the 2nd room from east at south located at apt 2ndfl, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 13, 2022 · Apt 2NDFL
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Remove all obstructions and repair all defects in the waste pipe at the bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 2ndfl, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 13, 2022 · Apt 2NDFL
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling in the 2nd room from east at south located at apt 2ndfl, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 13, 2022 · Apt 2NDFL
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the 1st window frame from south at west wall in the 4th room from east at north located at apt 2ndfl, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 13, 2022 · Apt 2NDFL
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
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) 1st door frame from west at north wall in the 1st room from east at south located at apt 2ndfl, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 13, 2022 · Apt 2NDFL
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the kitchen located at apt 2ndfl, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 13, 2022 · Apt 2NDFL
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
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) 1st door frame from east at south wall in the bathroom located at apt 2ndfl, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 13, 2022 · Apt 2NDFL
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
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) baseboard at north wall, baseboard at south wall, 1st closet from west at north wall door frame in the private hallway located at apt 2ndfl, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 13, 2022 · Apt 2NDFL
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard-paint that is xrf tested inconclusive for lead content at 0.5mg/cm2 and is presumed lead paint as set forth in (28 rcny §11-07(b)) and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface-using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) 1st door frame from south at west wall in the 2nd room from east at south located at apt 2ndfl, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 13, 2022 · Apt 2NDFL
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
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) 1st door frame from north at east wall, 1st door frame from south at west wall in the 3rd room from east located at apt 2ndfl, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 13, 2022 · Apt 2NDFL
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
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) 1st door frame from east at south wall in the 4th room from east at north located at apt 2ndfl, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 13, 2022 · Apt 2NDFL
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
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) 1st window frame from south at west wall, 2nd window frame from south at west wall in the 4th room from east at south located at apt 2ndfl, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 13, 2022 · Apt 2NDFL
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Certify compliance with lead-based paint hazard control requirements during period of unit vacancy by performing activities necessary to abate tested lead-based paint from required window and/or door friction surfaces for apartment and make floors smooth and cleanable, positive lead-based paint in an apartment with a child under six located at apt 2ndfl, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 13, 2022 · Apt 2NDFL
Closed — Violation closed
DOB building violations · 1
- Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Nov 24, 2000
Dob violation - dismissed
ECB violations · 2
- Non-hazardous
B4a/50a 32a/50b 48a/50c 48b/50d 38/50e 19b/50f (50a) boiler room not astorage room. (50b) back flow preventor missing on feed water line. (50c) pipe safety or relief valve discharge down no threaded end. no
Dec 19, 2005 · Penalty $180
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the dob records. front yard being used to park/store automobile. found jeep plate#eh8-17e black. remedy: discontinue illegal use forthwith & make fence solid so auto can't
Nov 24, 2000
Resolve
Complaints
- Plumbing
Water supply
Dec 11, 2023 · Apt 1
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Dec 11, 2023 · Apt 1FLOOR
Close - Door/window
Door frame
Dec 11, 2023 · Apt 1FLOOR
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Feb 26, 2023 · Apt 2
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 25, 2023 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 25, 2023 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Feb 25, 2023 · Apt 2
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Nov 20, 2022 · Apt 2
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Nov 15, 2022 · Apt 2
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Oct 4, 2022 · Apt 2
Close
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- Door/window
Window frame
Jun 8, 2022 · Apt 2
Close - Electric
No lighting
Jun 8, 2022 · Apt 2
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
May 25, 2022 · Apt 1
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
May 25, 2022 · Apt 1
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
May 25, 2022 · Apt 1
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Apr 18, 2022 · Apt 1FLOOR
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Apr 18, 2022 · Apt 1
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Apr 18, 2022 · Apt 1FLOOR
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Apr 18, 2022 · Apt 1FLOOR
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Apr 18, 2022 · Apt 1FLOOR
Close - Water leak
Heavy flow
Apr 14, 2022 · Apt 1
Close - Unsanitary condition
Sewage
Apr 8, 2022 · Apt 2
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Mar 22, 2022 · Apt 2NDFL
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Mar 22, 2022 · Apt 2NDFL
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Mar 22, 2022 · Apt 2NDFL
Close - General
Windows
Feb 14, 2012 · Apt 2
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Dec 19, 2005 · Apt BLDG
Close - General
Windows
Dec 19, 2005 · Apt BLDG
Close - Nonconst
Smoke detector
Dec 19, 2005 · Apt BLDG
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Dec 19, 2005 · Apt BLDG
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Dec 19, 2005 · Apt BLDG
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Dec 19, 2005 · Apt BLDG
Close - Nonconst
Carbon monoxide
Dec 19, 2005 · Apt BLDG
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Two-family home (B9)
- Year built
- 1910
- Floors
- 2
- Residential units
- 2
- Building area
- 2,120 ft²
- Lot area
- 2,000 ft²
- Zoning
- R5B
- Community board
- 314
- Council district
- 40
- Block / lot
- 5167 / 61
- Assessed value
- $61,800
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #822689, last renewed Dec 15, 2023.
Questions about 249 East 23 Street
Who owns 249 East 23 Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Lafortune, Ruth.
Does 249 East 23 Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 29 housing violations at this property.
Is 249 East 23 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 249 East 23 Street built?
City records list 1910 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 249 East 23 Street?
It has 2 residential units.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.