Violations at 557 Cortelyou Road

Violation issued-failure to file 2024 external low pressure inspection

Nov 14, 2025

Violation issued-failure to file 2024 external low pressure inspection

Nov 14, 2025

Violation issued-failure to file 2024 external low pressure inspection

Nov 14, 2025

Violation issued-failure to file 2021 external low pressure inspection

Jun 30, 2023

Violation issued-failure to file 2021 external low pressure inspection

Jun 30, 2023

Violation issued-failure to file 2021 external low pressure inspection

Jun 30, 2023

Violation issued-failure to file 2020 external low pressure inspection

Jun 30, 2023

Violation issued-failure to file 2020 external low pressure inspection

Jun 30, 2023

Violation issued-failure to file 2020 external low pressure inspection

Jun 30, 2023

Violation issued-failure to file 2022 external low pressure inspection

Apr 25, 2023

Violation issued-failure to file 2022 external low pressure inspection

Apr 25, 2023

Violation issued-failure to file 2022 external low pressure inspection

Apr 25, 2023

E-elevator elevatorrequired

May 27, 2021

E-elevator elevatorrequired

Sep 14, 2020

Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2017 cat 1 insp/tst tst

Sep 6, 2019

E-elevator elevatorrequired

May 15, 2019

E-elevator elevatorrequired

May 14, 2018

Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2016 cat 1 insp/tst

Jan 26, 2018

E-elevator elevatorrequired

May 9, 2017

Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2014 cat 1 insp/tst

Nov 14, 2016

E-elevator elevatorrequired

Oct 19, 2014

Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2012 cat 1 insp/tst

May 30, 2014

E-elevator elevatorrequired

Aug 21, 2013

E-elevator elevatorrequired

Dec 13, 2011

Vcat1-elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired

Oct 8, 2010

E-elevator elevatorrequired

Jun 10, 2010

E-elevator elevatorrequired

Apr 17, 2009

E-elevator elevatorrequired

Apr 17, 2009

Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional

Feb 27, 2009

Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional

Mar 21, 2008

E-elevator elevatorrequired

Mar 5, 2008

E-elevator elevatorrequired

Mar 5, 2008

E-elevator elevatorrequired

Jun 5, 2007

E-elevator elevatorrequired

Jun 5, 2007

Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional

Apr 2, 2007

Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

Jan 19, 2007

Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

Jan 19, 2007

Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

Jan 19, 2007

E-elevator elevatorrequired

Jan 4, 2006

E-elevator elevatorrequired

Jan 4, 2006

Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional

Oct 1, 2005

Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional

Nov 19, 2004

Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional

Apr 21, 2004

Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional

Mar 21, 2003

3f5284

Apr 17, 2002

Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional

Feb 19, 2002

Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional

Mar 8, 2001

3f5284

Apr 12, 2000

3f5285

Apr 12, 2000

Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional

Mar 10, 2000

Failure to maintain building in code-compliant manner. illumination for exits, exit discharges and public. corridors per bc 1006.1; 27-381. at the time of inspection, 6 emergency light in gym not working. emerg

Feb 17, 2026 · Penalty $1,250

Failure to maintain building in code-compliant manner. use of prohibited door and/or hardware for bc 1008.1.8; 28-371(5). at the time of inspection, the following room doors had turn knob handles: 340, 345, 342

Feb 17, 2026 · Penalty $1,250

Re-issued 35720906j. failure to maintain building in code-compliant manner. at the time of inspection, water stains and efflorescense was observed on cmu wall in electrical meter room located in cellar, as a re

Feb 17, 2026 · Penalty $3,125

Re-issued 35720907l. failure to maintain building in code-compliant manner. at the time of inspection, the following room doors were not self-closing:-345, 342, 338, 333, 318, 310, 207, 224, 234, 134a, 131, 124

Feb 17, 2026 · Penalty $3,125

Observed one dual fuel burnham model 4fl-563a-50 4713000 btu steam boiler that is unable to operate because it has two leaking tubes that need to be repaired. correct all violating conditions and submit a certi

Aug 7, 2025 · Penalty $1,250

Failure to maintain building in code-compliant manner.noted:classroom doors#118,126,234 and 324 do not close properly.rem:repair/replace doors.

Jul 2, 2025 · Penalty $1,250

Failure to maintain building in code-compliant manner.noted:at cellar,retaining wall has become porous allowing the rain water into the electrical room.rem:make necessary repairs.

Jul 2, 2025 · Penalty $1,250

Exit door not self closing properly at 3rd floor near rm-300 stairway"g"1exit door not self closing properly,at 2nd floor stairway"d"(near rm-231a)1 exit door not self closing properly at the time of inspection

May 27, 2021 · Penalty $625

Failure to maintain building in code-compliant manner.illumination forexits,exit discharges and public corridors per bc1006.1;27-381.at 2nd floor(near rm-200)one exit is illuminated at first floor auditorium 1

May 27, 2021 · Penalty $625

Reissue#35495850l.date of issue:06022020.failure to maintain building in code-compliant manner at basement level.noted:at kitchen area two kitchen door jammed/racked.repair and/or replace.remedy:repair and/or r

May 27, 2021 · Penalty $1,562

Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner noted: @kitchen area, one kitchen door jammed/racked. rem: repair/repalce door.

Jun 2, 2020 · Penalty $625

Temporary outdoor fuel oil tank placed onsite without dob, dot, and fdny permits displayed, maintain boiler; correct violations and submit the certificate of correction

May 20, 2019

Bc28-301.1:unlawful placement of furnishings,decorations or other objects at exits that obstruct access to egress from or visibility therof per fdnyu 2008 code;fc 1027.4.noted:furniture consisting of table and

May 22, 2018

Failure to maintain bldg in code-compliant manner.lack of emergencu lighting for exits,exit discharges and public corridors per bc 1006.1;27-542.noted:at cafeteria defective emergency lighting package observed.

May 22, 2018

Failure to maintain bldg in code-compliant manner.re-issue viol#35268096z.noted:at bsmt level,in the fan room at east side,vertical crack in the masonry wall.rem;repair and/or replace

May 22, 2018

Re-issue#35221358l the following doors are racked & not closing/opening properly: bulkhead staircase b&h,room 233,240,201a,103 & basement exit e. remedy: comply w/summons.

Jun 22, 2017

Re-issue#35221359n at basement,vertical crack near fan room. remedy: comply w/summons.

Jun 22, 2017

Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner.noted:@basement level, van room,@the east side, vertical cracked masonry in the wall.rem:comply w.the code.

Nov 14, 2016

Exit door not self closing.noted:@bulkhead staircase b, h& 2nd flr room #233,240,201a &1st flr rm #103& basement,exit (e), the doors have defective in the hinges and closers.rem:comply w.the code.

Nov 14, 2016

Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner.noted:@bulkhead staircase e and f,water damage to ceiling and walls due to water penetration through roof.rem:comply w.code.

Nov 14, 2016

At 2nd flr corridor adjacent to staircase f excessive amount of schoolmaterials such as tables, chairs, books & boards are being stored reducing the corridor width. remedy: remove obstructions.

May 29, 2013

Reissue previous nov #34950515j. water penetrating located at bulkheads b,c,e,f & south fan room. remedy: maintain weather proofing.

May 29, 2013

Cracked / displaced / bulging concrete surfaces. triping hazards. at :flagyard e 8 st. exposure concrete surface cracked, spalling, bulging.uneven surfaces with exposed rusted rebar. remedy : repair &/or repla

Mar 23, 2012

Water penetrating building envelope. at : roof bulkheads stair bc, ef and south fan room. remedy : repair defects noted : maintain weatherproof integrity of buildings envelope.

Mar 23, 2012

Failure to maintain bldg walls and appurtenances. noted: north and south bulkheads have horizontal & vertical cracks in bricks allowing water penetration into bulkhead. spalding bricks on interior of parapet

Jul 1, 2010

Failure to maintain bldg walls and appurtenances. noted water penetration into corridor adjacent to room 332 though roof. remedy: maintain bldg. repair/replace.

Jul 1, 2010

Failure to maintain bldg in code-compliant manner: noted gas meter room door is not fire proof holes are in door for ventilation. remedy: maintain bldg - repair/replace.

Jul 1, 2010

Failure to maintain bldg in code-compliant manner. noted: north bulkhead door to roof uneven not fully closing. also girl's bathroom 1st flradjacent to room 116 hinge defective. door not operating. remedy:

Jul 1, 2010

Failure to maintain bldg in code-compliant manner. noted: cellar levelcorridor adjacent to stair f and room b8 have large holes approx 4 x 4ft in ceilings covered w/masonite. not rated or fire proof. remedy:

Jul 1, 2010

The plaster is spalling in room 231a on the 2nd floor level. rem: repair/replace plaster.

May 28, 2009

Wooden floor is lifting & bulging causing a tripping hazard located in room 323 on the 3rd floor level. rem: repair/replace wooden floor.

May 28, 2009

Reissue: 34570561x,50h no fire stopping provided in electrical meter room holes in front door and open wire mesh above door. also ceiling infront door and open wire mesh above door. also ceiling in front of b10

Sep 11, 2008

Re issue # 34513250h. no fire stop @ elec meter room.remedy:provide/ maintain fire stop .

Apr 3, 2007

Fire smoke stop door in basement by rms b14/b16 not self closing. remedy: repair/replace door closer.

Mar 10, 2006

No fire stopping provided in elect. meter room-holes in front door andheavy mech screen above the door frame. remedy: provide/maintain fire stopping.

Mar 10, 2006

Reissue# 34481867y. required width decrease by obstructions: at auditorium-table, desks with computer equipment. remedy: remove obstructions.

Mar 10, 2006

Noted: exit doors not self closing: 1)2nd floor corridor door (east side) b/w 230/220. 2)1st floor stair 8/9 vestibule doors. 3)auditorium northwest corner exit door. 4)basement exit #7. 5)gas meter room. remed

May 4, 2005

Noted: oil storage tank room vault concrete ceiling spalling with loose concrete,exposed & corroded rebars creating a hazardous condition. remedy: remove loose concrete, repair rebars & concrete as required.

May 4, 2005

Noted: failure to maintain gas meter room free/clear of storage-table,floor cleaning equipment (mop buckets)-as per nyc bldg code rs16p115.6remedy: remove all stored items, maintain clear

May 4, 2005

Noted: failure to provide/maintain required fire-stopping: 1)electric meter room-conduit penetrations. 2)gas meter room-wall pipe penetration. remedy: provide/maintain fire-stopping

May 4, 2005

Noted: exit passage/corridor required width decreased by obstructions:1)auditorium-tables,chairs,computer equipment. 2)1st floor north west corner stair passage (mercy college stairs)-file cabinets. remedy:remo

May 4, 2005

Failure to provide panic hardware where required.location-cafeteria occupancy 450.remedy:provide panic hardware

Feb 23, 2004

Use illegal hardware-note-all exits on 1st floor (except main entrancehave illegal hardware.padlock with slide bolts.not locked at time of inspection.remedy:remove illgal hardware.

Feb 23, 2004

84z07/60r07 84/z water leaking in the shaft 60/r disconnect sw installed on the oil tank call to dob elevator division after remove items 84/z 60/r

Sep 23, 2003

Re issue failrue to maintain noted exit doors throughout buidling are in need of repair door bucks rusted remeyd : repair / repalce doors

Jan 31, 2003

Re - issue. failure to provide panic hardware where requried location - cafeteria occupancy 450 remedy: provide panic hardware

Jan 31, 2003

Failure to use panic hardware where required by law. location: cpy occupancy 572 & cofettion occupancy 430. remedy: provide panic hardware.

Mar 25, 2002

Failure to maintian defect is: cracked plaster walls cinda block walls. location: stwy 4 3 floor stwy 2 3 floor. stwy 7 1 & 3 floor stwy 9 3 floor. room 331, 338, cellar toot & recuing rooms.

Mar 25, 2002

Failure to maintain: defect is cracked, broken & missing slazed ulocks & tire. locaiton: cafeteria gym, auditioum rear exit stwy 9 2 floor stway 4 3 floor. remedy; do repairs.

Mar 25, 2002

Failure to maintain: defect is: chipped cracked reading plaster & paints. rocation: rooms 201,201a, 216,231,234,344,101a,100,116,331. remedy; do repairs.

Mar 25, 2002