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616 East 17 Street

Brooklyn, NY 11226BBL 3-05237-0022Map

Owner of record: Jason I Pestano

616 East 17 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1936 in Brooklyn, 11226. It has 6 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is Jason I Pestano. HPD has recorded 35 housing violations here, most recently on May 4, 2026. 28 of the 35 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 7 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
35
DOB violations
1
ECB violations
3
HPD complaints
29

What to know

Concern
3 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

Rent-stabilized units in 2024
7
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

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Violations

Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.

HPD housing violations · 35

  • 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
  • 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 20, 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 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 29, 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 9, 2024

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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.

    May 31, 2023

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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

    May 31, 2023

    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 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 10, 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
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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.

    Apr 8, 2021

    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 8, 2021

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures , cooking range in the kitchen located at apt 1b, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Nov 9, 2020 · Apt 1B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 .. , 1st story

    Nov 9, 2020

    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 in the vestibule. , 1st story

    Nov 9, 2020

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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, 1st story

    Nov 9, 2020

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

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

    Nov 9, 2020 · Apt 1B

    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.

    Oct 30, 2019

    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 21, 2017

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from window to fire escape or provide approved type gate 2 sty north apt 2r. , section '' ''

    Aug 3, 1987 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of double cylinder key operated lock installed entrance door to 2 sty north apt 2r. , section '' ''

    Aug 3, 1987 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code & 309 m/d law abate the nuisance consisting of extension cords electrical over load 2 sty west apt 2r thru out. located at apt 2r

    Mar 30, 1987 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair the broken or defective electrical outlets at ceiling light fixture 2 sty west apt 3r 2 room from front. , section '' ''

    Mar 30, 1987 · Apt 3R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code & 309 m/d law abate the nuisance consisting of no electricity provided 2 sty west apt 3r front room. , section '' ''

    Mar 30, 1987 · Apt 3R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-11.01, 11.03, 11.05 adm code remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the 2 sty public hall & front yards.

    Sep 8, 1986

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code fire escape defective. properly secure defective gooseneck laader to roof.

    Sep 8, 1986

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-19.07 adm code install and maintain sufficient light or lights of at least 40 watts incandescent or equivalent each, to light adequately from sunset to sunrise the rear yard south & north court.

    Sep 8, 1986

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-19.07 adm code 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 50 watts building front.

    Sep 8, 1986

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-19.07 adm code 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 lights not on fixtures present.

    Sep 8, 1986

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-19.05 adm code provide adequate light of not less than 60 watts incandescent or equivalent illumination 1 sty pub hall vestibule.

    Sep 8, 1986

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    D26-10.01 adm code & 309 m/d law abate the nuisance consisting of electric not supplied to 2 sty east apt 2l entire apt er1. located at apt 2l

    Sep 8, 1986 · Apt 2L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Section 300 m/d law file plans and application and legalize the following alteration or restore to the legal condition existing prior to the making of said alteration celotex wall stair enclosure 1 sty pub hall to cellar.

    Sep 8, 1986

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-19.05 adm code provide adequate light of not less than 60 watts incandescent or equivalent illumination 2 & 3 sty pub halls.

    Sep 8, 1986

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code remove all encumbrances consisting of flower pot plants 3 sty pub hall.

    Sep 8, 1986

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Section 300 m/d law file plans and application and legalize the following alteration or restore to the legal condition existing prior to the making of said alteration wood partitions erected creating rooms in north cellar.

    Sep 8, 1986

    Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 1

  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Aug 29, 1995

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 3

  • Non-hazardous

    Work without a permit: work noted-an area 10' x 15' at front of pre--misses used as parking pad fence, removed reae over and curb cut. remedy: obtain a permit if feasible or restore to prior legal conditi

    Jan 20, 1995 · Penalty $350

    Active
  • Non-hazardous

    Work without a permit:work noted:creating a 7ft.curb-cut at south end of lot.remedy:obtain the required approvals/permits or restore to pri-or legal condition.

    Mar 5, 1993 · Penalty $5,000

    Active
  • Unknown

    Work without permit work noted creating a 7 foot long curb cut as south end of lot remedy obtaing permit if feasible or restore premises to prior legal condition

    Aug 3, 1988 · Penalty $1,000

    Active

Complaints

  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Dec 26, 2024 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Feb 2, 2023 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Feb 2, 2023 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • General

    Cooking gas

    Feb 2, 2023 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Dec 28, 2022 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • General

    Cooking gas

    Jul 15, 2022 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • General

    Cooking gas

    Nov 6, 2020 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • General

    Cooking gas

    Nov 6, 2020 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Oct 19, 2013 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Oct 19, 2013 · Apt 1B

    Close
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  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 8, 2013 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 27, 2012 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 4, 2010 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Jan 4, 2010 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Jan 4, 2010 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jan 4, 2010 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Jan 4, 2010 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Smoke detector

    Jan 4, 2010 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jan 4, 2010 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jan 4, 2010 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Smoke detector

    Jan 4, 2010 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Jan 4, 2010 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Jan 4, 2010 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Jan 4, 2010 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Jan 4, 2010 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Jan 4, 2010 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Jan 4, 2010 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Jan 4, 2010 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Jan 4, 2010 · Apt 3L

    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
1936
Floors
3
Residential units
6
Building area
6,725 ft²
Lot area
4,000 ft²
Zoning
R6A
Community board
314
Council district
45
Block / lot
5237 / 22
Assessed value
$692,100
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #346726, last renewed Nov 24, 2025.

Questions about 616 East 17 Street

Who owns 616 East 17 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Jason I Pestano.

Does 616 East 17 Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 35 housing violations at this property.

Is 616 East 17 Street rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 7 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 616 East 17 Street built?

City records list 1936 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 616 East 17 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.