285 East 8 Street
Brooklyn, NY 11218BBL 3-05360-0082Map
Owner of record: El-Rowmein, Mohamed
285 East 8 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1930 in Brooklyn, 11218. It has 16 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is El-Rowmein, Mohamed. HPD has recorded 23 housing violations here, most recently on November 15, 2025. 7 of the 23 most recent violations are still open.
- HPD violations
- 23
- DOB violations
- 8
- ECB violations
- 11
- HPD complaints
- 102
What to know
No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.
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 · 23
- BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tiles in the kitchen located at apt 3d, 4th story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Nov 15, 2025 · Apt 3D
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling at public hall, 4th story
Nov 15, 2025
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Remove all encumbrances consisting of household item at public hall, 1st story
Nov 15, 2025
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant plaster at ceiling at public hall, 4th story
Nov 15, 2025
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
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
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 27, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
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
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
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
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 9, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
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
Closed — Violation dismissed
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- ANon-hazardous
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
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
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
Feb 22, 2021
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
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 lobby, 1st story
Dec 24, 2019
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
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. at lobby, 1st story
Dec 24, 2019
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
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 lobby, 1st story
Dec 24, 2019
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.
Oct 30, 2019
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.
Feb 18, 2015
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Feb 5, 2010 · Apt 1A
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department walls in the entire apartment located at apt 2d, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Sep 9, 2009 · Apt 2D
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Replace with new the missing ceramic wall tiles in the bathroom located at apt 2d, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Sep 9, 2009 · Apt 2D
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective ceiling light fitxure in the 2nd room from north located at apt 2d, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Sep 9, 2009 · Apt 2D
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 2d, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Sep 9, 2009 · Apt 2D
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. in the entire apartment located at apt 2d, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Sep 9, 2009 · Apt 2D
Open — Nov sent out
DOB building violations · 8
- 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 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
ECB violations · 11
- Class - 1
Failure to comply w/commissioner's order to correct condition cited innov #34835595p, condition continues to exist. remedy: comply w/order.
Oct 19, 2012
Resolve - Class - 2
Vio of parking regulations in a residential district.residential district is r5.@ time of insp. one passenger motor vehicle with n.y.s licnese plate#esz 7786 is parked on paved frontyard in an area not designat
Apr 6, 2011 · Penalty $400
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to provide unobstructed exit passageway noted:the area of discharge from the fire escapie infront of the bldg is totally blocked w/garbage thereby obstructing the secondary means of egress.rem:remove ob
Jul 9, 2010 · Penalty $3,000
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply w/the commissioner's order to file a cofc with the dob noted:respondent failed to comply w/the commissioner's order to correct the violating conditions & file a cofc pursuant to 28-204.2 for n
Jul 9, 2010 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Class - 2
Work w/o a permit! illegal work noted: at bldg front yard setback, entry to bldg, found erected a wooden ramp appropriated to concrete masonry step, 1st sty. remedy: obtain the required permit & approval from
Feb 25, 2010 · Penalty $4,000
Resolve - Class - 1
People w/physical disabilities: primary entrance/ramp inaccessible. defects noted: bldg found w/wooden ramp erected at front yard setback appropriated to entry stair for the modification of primary means of
Feb 25, 2010 · Penalty $8,000
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to provide unobstructed exit passageway: defects noted: at bldg front yard setback found w/fire escape used as secondary means of egress and @ 2nd sty balcony found w/the storage of numerous flower pots
Feb 25, 2010 · Penalty $6,000
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain exterior bldg wall and/or appurtenances. bldg found w/broken & defective facade cracked prefabricated masonry sills, et al. deteriorated mortar at brick joints parapet wall. cracked wall at
Feb 25, 2010 · Penalty $5,000
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain bldg in code-compliant manner: use of prohibited hardware! defects noted: at bldg north elevation found w/a fire corridor under passageway and on the nw section to said corridor found w/an
Feb 25, 2010 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Class - 3
Work w/o permit. illegal work noted: at front of property on approx 10ft long section of curb been cut/lowered for vehicle access to front yard parking pad. the existing front brick fence, along the new curb
Jan 22, 2010 · Penalty $500
Resolve
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- Non-hazardous
B4a 16 50h 32a 38 34a b 50a 50b 50c 50d 50e 50f 50g. 50 missing dar kit on burner. 50a missing blow down piping on relief valve. 50b missingcheck valve after backflow. 50c flue pipe not supported. 50d water pip
Jun 16, 2008 · Penalty $180
Resolve
Complaints
- Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 12, 2025 · Apt 3D
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 19, 2021 · Apt 2C
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Dec 17, 2019 · Apt ALLAPA
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Dec 17, 2019 · Apt ALLAPA
Close - Unsanitary condition
Sewage
Dec 17, 2019 · Apt ALLAPA
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Dec 17, 2019 · Apt ALLAPA
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Mar 25, 2015 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 27, 2011 · Apt 4D
Close - Heating
Heat related
Feb 2, 2010 · Apt 1A
Close - Heating
Heat related
Nov 5, 2009 · Apt A4
Close
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- Nonconst
Vermin
Sep 5, 2009 · Apt 2D
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Sep 5, 2009 · Apt 2D
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Sep 5, 2009 · Apt 2D
Close - Nonconst
Rubbish
Sep 5, 2009 · Apt 2D
Close - Electric
Lighting
Sep 5, 2009 · Apt 2D
Close - General
Doors
Sep 5, 2009 · Apt 2D
Close - General
Doors
Sep 5, 2009 · Apt 2D
Close - General
Cabinet
Sep 5, 2009 · Apt 2D
Close - General
Ceramic-tile
Sep 5, 2009 · Apt 2D
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Sep 5, 2009 · Apt 2D
Close - General
Doors
Sep 5, 2009 · Apt 2D
Close - General
Doors
Sep 5, 2009 · Apt 2D
Close - General
Locks
Sep 5, 2009 · Apt 2D
Close - General
Floor
Sep 5, 2009 · Apt 2D
Close - General
Floor
Sep 5, 2009 · Apt 2D
Close - Appliance
Refrigerator
Sep 5, 2009 · Apt 2D
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Sep 5, 2009 · Apt 2D
Close - General
Windows
Sep 5, 2009 · Apt 2D
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Sep 5, 2009 · Apt 2D
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Sep 5, 2009 · Apt 2D
Close - General
Doors
Sep 5, 2009 · Apt 2D
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Sep 5, 2009 · Apt 2D
Close - Electric
Wiring
Sep 5, 2009 · Apt 2D
Close - General
Windows
Sep 5, 2009 · Apt 2D
Close - General
Ceramic-tile
Sep 5, 2009 · Apt 2D
Close - General
Windows
Sep 2, 2009 · Apt 2D
Close - General
Windows
Sep 2, 2009 · Apt 2D
Close - General
Floor
Sep 2, 2009 · Apt 2D
Close - General
Floor
Sep 2, 2009 · Apt 2D
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Sep 2, 2009 · Apt 2D
Close - General
Doors
Sep 2, 2009 · Apt 2D
Close - Appliance
Refrigerator
Sep 2, 2009 · Apt 2D
Close - Heating
Heat related
Feb 18, 2009 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 3, 2009 · Apt 3A
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 22, 2008 · Apt 3C
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 7, 2008 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heating
Heat related
Nov 6, 2008 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heating
Heat related
Oct 28, 2008 · Apt 1B
Close - Paint/plaster
Radiator
Jul 26, 2008 · Apt 2D
Close - Electric
Lighting
Jul 26, 2008 · Apt 2D
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C1)
- Year built
- 1930
- Floors
- 4
- Residential units
- 16
- Building area
- 11,000 ft²
- Lot area
- 4,000 ft²
- Zoning
- R5
- Community board
- 312
- Council district
- 39
- Block / lot
- 5360 / 82
- Assessed value
- $387,900
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #331492, last renewed Jul 20, 2026.
Questions about 285 East 8 Street
Who owns 285 East 8 Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is El-Rowmein, Mohamed.
Does 285 East 8 Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 23 housing violations at this property.
Is 285 East 8 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 285 East 8 Street built?
City records list 1930 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 285 East 8 Street?
It has 16 residential units.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.