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712 Ditmas Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11218BBL 3-05401-0005Map

Owner of record: Brett Gordon As Trustee

712 Ditmas Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1910 in Brooklyn, 11218. It has 3 residential units across 2.5 floors. The owner of record is Brett Gordon As Trustee. HPD has recorded 28 housing violations here, most recently on May 4, 2026. 4 of the 28 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
28
DOB violations
1
ECB violations
8
HPD complaints
5

What to know

Concern
2 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

No rent-stabilized units in 2018–2024 tax bills

Some apartments can still be regulated. Use the rent-stabilized checker or request the rent history from HCR.

Violations

Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.

HPD housing violations · 28

  • 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 19, 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

    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

    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 9, 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

    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

    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.

    Apr 8, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective counter balance at lower sash at 2nd window from west at north in the kitchen located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Oct 11, 2019 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Oct 11, 2019 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Oct 11, 2019 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

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

    Oct 11, 2019 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Arrange and make self-closing the doors ,, in the entrance located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Oct 11, 2019 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation at 1st radiator from west at north wall in the kitchen located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Oct 11, 2019 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at 1st window frame from west at north wall, baseboard at north wall, 1st closet from south at west wall door frame in the kitchen located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Oct 11, 2019 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation , 1st radiator from east at south wall in the 2nd room from north located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Oct 11, 2019 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department , 1st door from south at west wall, 1st door frame from south at west wall, 1st door from north at east wall, 1st closet from south at west wall door, 1st closet from south at west wall door frame, 1st door frame from west at north wall in the 2nd room from north located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Oct 11, 2019 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Oct 11, 2019 · Apt 3

    Open — Invalid certification
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Oct 11, 2019 · Apt 3

    Open — Invalid certification
  • C

    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 window frame from north at east wall in the 2nd room from north located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Oct 11, 2019 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    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 closet from south at west wall door in the kitchen located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Oct 11, 2019 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Arrange and make self-closing the doors entrance to building

    Feb 14, 2019

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    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.

    Feb 14, 2019

    Open — Not complied with
  • C

    Install the missing or repair/replace the defective window guard(s) throughout the public areas in accordance with the specifications of the new york city health code section 24 rcny chapter 12. at public hall, 3rd story

    Feb 22, 2018

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Install the missing or repair/replace the defective window guard(s) in accordance with the specifications of the new york city health code section 24 rcny chapter 12. wg to install = 8; wg to replace = 0; wg to repair = 0; in the entire apartment located at apt 3rdfl, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jan 15, 2018 · Apt 3RDFL

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at bath tub in the bathroom located at apt 3rdfl, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jan 15, 2018 · Apt 3RDFL

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Install the missing or repair/replace the defective window guard(s) throughout the public areas in accordance with the specifications of the new york city health code section 24 rcny chapter 12. at public hall

    Jan 15, 2018

    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 8, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed

DOB building violations · 1

  • Construction other optional

    Public nuisance.wood framed,residential.enclosed porch on 2nd fl& surrounding area of roof at ne corner are sagging. enclosure at 2ndfl porch was installed w/o permit&may be overloading the ext brick piers at 1st fl porch.remedy:owner immed engage lic prof to direct install of shoring under 2ndfl porch.dwgs be filed w/dob w/2 bus days of comp

    Jan 11, 2017

    Dob violation - active

ECB violations · 8

  • Class - 3

    Ati i observed a blue mercedes gls 450 lic ny lrr 3640 illegally parked on the front yard exp1 of the property, illegal osp maintained without dob approval & contrary to zr 25-62, bc 3202.2.2.4 no garage curb c

    Jun 12, 2023

    Resolve
  • Class - 3

    Zr23-451/failure to comply with zoning resolutions front yard plantingrequirements.at time of inspection observed impervious concrete surface.property is located ina r-5 zoning disrict and has 32.50 frontage.fr

    Jan 8, 2018

    Resolve
  • Class - 3

    Zr25-621/failure to comply with zoning resolution.non compliant parking in front yard of a residential lot.at time of inspection front of property being used as open off street parking area.a grey nissan sentra

    Jan 8, 2018

    Resolve
  • Class - 3

    Violation of parking regulations in a residential district.observed a grey toyota vehicle parked at front of property w/o legal driveway or parking.vehicle ny state lic plate#fbl5265.rem:conform to parking regs

    Nov 14, 2017

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner.noted @ the time of inspection bldg front extension over patio on the left corner of expo #1(front facade)is deflected and visibly sagging.no impending collapse

    Dec 15, 2016 · Penalty $530

    Resolve
  • Class - 3

    Sec. 25-631 width of curb cuts in a r-5 general residential district. noted: at the time of my inspection i observed a curb was cut that wasapprox 20'feet wide (17) this district. where the property is less

    Jul 30, 2012

    Resolve
  • Class - 3

    Sec. 25-621 location of parking spaces in (certain) districts noted: at the time of my inspection i observed a vehicle parked at the front yard space in a r-5 general residential district. no vehicle shall be

    Jul 30, 2012

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work without permits work noted: removed existing city staret curb to make an illegal curb cut for three (3) illegal car pads in front of house, remedy: obtain permits if feasible or restore to prior legal cond

    Dec 5, 2001

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Oct 3, 2019 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Oct 3, 2019 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    Oct 3, 2019 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 14, 2019 · Apt 3FL

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 13, 2018 · Apt 3RDFL

    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 (C0)
Year built
1910
Floors
2.5
Residential units
3
Building area
2,760 ft²
Lot area
2,828 ft²
Zoning
R5
Community board
312
Council district
40
Block / lot
5401 / 5
Assessed value
$92,040
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #307968, last renewed Jul 29, 2026.

Questions about 712 Ditmas Avenue

Who owns 712 Ditmas Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Brett Gordon As Trustee.

Does 712 Ditmas Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 28 housing violations at this property.

Is 712 Ditmas Avenue 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 712 Ditmas Avenue built?

City records list 1910 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 712 Ditmas Avenue?

It has 3 residential units.

Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.