243 78 Street
Brooklyn, NY 11209BBL 3-05959-0062Map
Owner of record: Fairfax House Owners
243 78 Street is an elevator apartment building built in 1940 in Brooklyn, 11209. It has 60 residential units across 6 floors. The owner of record is Fairfax House Owners. HPD has recorded 54 housing violations here, most recently on February 27, 2018. 34 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 1 rent-stabilized apartment here in 2024.
- HPD violations
- 54
- DOB violations
- 17
- ECB violations
- 9
- HPD complaints
- 12
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
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.
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Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 54
- ANon-hazardous
Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation steam riser in the bathroom located at apt 6e, 6th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Feb 27, 2018 · Apt 6E
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all walls and ceiling in the entire apartment located at apt 6e, 6th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Feb 27, 2018 · Apt 6E
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the nuisance consisting of mold ... at ceiling 20 square feet, at north wall 10 square feet, at west wall 10 square feet, approx. 40 square feet40 in the bathroom located at apt 6e, 6th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Feb 27, 2018 · Apt 6E
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Replace with new the missing ceramic tiles at south wall in the bathroom located at apt 6e, 6th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Feb 27, 2018 · Apt 6E
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color west wall in the 1st room from north at west located at apt 6e, 6th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Feb 27, 2018 · Apt 6E
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the 2nd room from north at east located at apt 6e, 6th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Feb 27, 2018 · Apt 6E
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling and west wall in the 4th room from north at west located at apt 6e, 6th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Feb 27, 2018 · Apt 6E
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tiles at south and east walls in the bathroom located at apt 6e, 6th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Jul 18, 2017 · Apt 6E
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all walls and ceiling in the entire apartment located at apt 6e, 6th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Jul 18, 2017 · Apt 6E
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color west wall in the 4th room from north at east located at apt 6e, 6th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Jul 18, 2017 · Apt 6E
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
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- BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the 2nd room from north at west located at apt 6e, 6th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Jul 18, 2017 · Apt 6E
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the nuisance consisting of mold ... at ceiling 30 square feet, at north wall 10 square feet, at south wall 10 square feet, at east wall 10 square feet in the bathroom located at apt 6e, 6th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Jul 18, 2017 · Apt 6E
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of peeling paint aroundthe interior window frame in the bathroom located at apt 5-e, 5th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Jun 22, 2001 · Apt 5-E
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at the bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 5-e, 5th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Jun 22, 2001 · Apt 5-E
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at the wash basin in the bathroom located at apt 5-e, 5th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Jun 22, 2001 · Apt 5-E
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of peeling paint at the walls and ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 5-e, 5th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Jun 22, 2001 · Apt 5-E
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective waterproof grout between the base of the ceramic wall tiles and the top of the bathtub enclosure in the bathroom located at apt 5-e, 5th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Jun 22, 2001 · Apt 5-E
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tiles in the bathroom located at apt 5-e, 5th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Jun 22, 2001 · Apt 5-E
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Properly secure the loose ceramic wall tiles at the base of the border in the bathroom located at apt 5-e, 5th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Jun 22, 2001 · Apt 5-E
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of void between the walls and floor at the dining alcove located at apt 5-e, 5th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Jun 22, 2001 · Apt 5-E
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of bulging vinyl floor tiles in the kitchen located at apt 5-e, 5th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Jun 22, 2001 · Apt 5-E
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of evidence of a concealed water leak at the west wall and ceiling in the 1st bedroom from north at west located at apt 5-e, 5th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Jun 22, 2001 · Apt 5-E
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective defective hot water faucet handle washbasin 3 sty north apt 3a bathroom , section '' ''
Mar 5, 1991 · Apt 3A
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color walls and ceilings thru out 3 sty north apt 3a , section '' ''
Mar 5, 1991 · Apt 3A
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets bathtub 3 sty north apt 3a bathroom er1 , section '' ''
Mar 5, 1991 · Apt 3A
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations missing 3 sty north apt 3a , section '' ''
Mar 5, 1991 · Apt 3A
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of exposed bx cables foyer wall 3 sty north apt 3a , section '' ''
Mar 5, 1991 · Apt 3A
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of mildew walls 3 sty north apt 3a thru out , section '' ''
Mar 5, 1991 · Apt 3A
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin roaches 3 sty north apt 3a , section '' ''
Mar 5, 1991 · Apt 3A
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color west wall 2 sty center east apt 2k bathroom. , section '' ''
May 24, 1990 · Apt 2K
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective electrical wall switch cover 2 sty center east apt 2k bathroom. , section '' ''
May 24, 1990 · Apt 2K
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
D26-10.01 adm code properly repair the broken or defective iron fence rear west areaway of bldg.
Apr 23, 1990
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
D26-20.08,20.09 adm code provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations missing 6 sty apt 6k. located at apt 6k
Apr 23, 1990 · Apt 6K
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective eroded mortar joints east chimney to roof.
Apr 23, 1990
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective cement retaining wall at north fire passage to rear yard.
Apr 23, 1990
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective eroded mortar joints of front east & west parapet wall to roof.
Apr 23, 1990
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Cleanse and disinfect to the satisfaction of this department after removing the south fire passage to courtyard.
Apr 23, 1990
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
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 1 sty public hall and on boiler room door.
Apr 23, 1990
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets washbasin 3 sty apt 3a bathroom er1. located at apt 3a
Apr 23, 1990 · Apt 3A
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of mildew at radiator 3 sty apt 3a kitchen. located at apt 3a
Apr 23, 1990 · Apt 3A
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector defective 3 sty center north apt 3a ziemelis. , section '' ''
Apr 23, 1990 · Apt 3A
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin roaches thru out 3 sty center north apt 3a. , section '' ''
Apr 23, 1990 · Apt 3A
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective gas burner range 3 sty center north apt 3a kitchen. , section '' ''
Apr 23, 1990 · Apt 3A
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of mildew walls & ceilings 3 sty center north apt 3a center & west rooms. , section '' ''
Apr 23, 1990 · Apt 3A
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code arrange and make self-closing the doors boiler room at cellar.
Apr 23, 1990
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
D26-10.01 adm code properly secure the loose antenna parapet wall rear east & west of building.
Apr 23, 1990
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
D26-10.01 adm code replace with new the broken or defective mechanical vent roof at front east.
Apr 23, 1990
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling 2 sty north apt 2k at west section bathroom. , section '' ''
Jan 17, 1990 · Apt 2K
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color loose unkeyed plaster ceiling 2 sty northeast apt 2k bathroom er1. , section '' ''
Jan 9, 1990 · Apt 2K
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code arrange and make self-closing the doors entrance 2 sty apt 2k. , section '' ''
Dec 20, 1989 · Apt 2K
Closed — Violation closed
DOB building violations · 17
- Failure to post energy grade/score none
Failure to display energy efficiency score and energy efficiency grade as per adcode sec. 28-309.12.3
Dec 1, 2024
Dob violation - active - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 21, 2020
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired
Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2017 cat 1 insp/tst tst
Sep 6, 2019
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 24, 2018
Dob violation - resolved - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Jun 29, 2016
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 24, 2016
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2012 inspection/test
Mar 31, 2014
Dob violation - active - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 4, 2012
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 10, 2010
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Oct 22, 2008
Dob violation - resolved
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- Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 3, 2008
Dob violation - active - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Oct 31, 2007
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Dec 7, 2006
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatoroptional
Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional
Oct 1, 2005
Dob violation - active - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 19, 2003
Dob violation - active - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 26, 2002
Dob violation - active - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Jul 21, 1998
Dob violation - dismissed
ECB violations · 9
- Class - 2
Clean pit. repair pit lighting. misaligned cab mirror. expired brake maintenance tag. seal oil leaks. clean oil residue from brake drum.
Apr 25, 2023 · Penalty $780
Resolve - Class - 1
Cease use item: inoperative zone lock restrictor. class 2 items/ unreadable main line fuses. expired brake maint tag. repair machine room lock.
Nov 30, 2022 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 1
*42n09,100m07,68b07,59t07,27t15,61t07,70o07. *class one item: 42n-bypassed fr2 fuse on br board: this fuse leads to the rope gripper and safety circuit*; 100m-in case of fire signge in bsmt and lobby; 68b-not
Apr 8, 2016 · Penalty $1,000
Resolve - Class - 2
02x10 08v01 81m07 42n09 40m07.(02x)alarm inoperative (08v)car leveling(81m)ctw run 4 signage (42n)wire across fuses (40m)no elevator co.name& tel # sticker in machine room.
Jun 25, 2014 · Penalty $530
Resolve - Class - 2
98bb05 99bb05 69m07 40x10 100m07 41l10 01b11 72m07 76m07 98&99-expired cat 1 & cat 5 top 67-missing code data plate 40-far in mr 100-provide prints for controller 41-lock is defective k3 items 01-update our eme
Mar 28, 2012 · Penalty $500
Resolve - Hazardous
Failure to provide adequate protection for sidewalks and walkways during construction operations in that hanging scafford does not have diaper surrounding all openings during work and no sidewalk shed provided
Jul 21, 1998
Resolve - Non-hazardous
08v,73a#,73b#,74#. 73remove cable in motor room.73b repair exposed wiring on top of elevator. 74 recommend changing locks + door keepers base to 6 floor.
Aug 30, 1995
Resolve - Non-hazardous
47#
Mar 26, 1991
Resolve - Non-hazardous
15l,28h,35#,57o,#35 replace broken window glass on motor room-
Oct 10, 1990 · Penalty $150
Resolve
Complaints
- Door/window
Door
Jan 23, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Feb 22, 2018 · Apt 6E
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Feb 22, 2018 · Apt 6E
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Feb 22, 2018 · Apt 6E
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Jun 28, 2017 · Apt 6E
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Jun 28, 2017 · Apt 6E
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Jun 28, 2017 · Apt 6E
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Jun 28, 2017 · Apt 6E
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Feb 26, 2015 · Apt 2G
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 8, 2014 · Apt NA
Close
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- Heating
Heat related
Jan 8, 2014 · Apt 2H
Close - Heating
Heat related
Nov 14, 2010 · Apt 21
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Elevator apartment building (D4)
- Year built
- 1940
- Floors
- 6
- Residential units
- 60
- Building area
- 61,800 ft²
- Lot area
- 14,715 ft²
- Zoning
- R4A
- Community board
- 310
- Council district
- 47
- Block / lot
- 5959 / 62
- Assessed value
- $2,433,150
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #348822, last renewed Aug 27, 2025.
Questions about 243 78 Street
Who owns 243 78 Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Fairfax House Owners.
Does 243 78 Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 54 housing violations at this property.
Is 243 78 Street rent stabilized?
NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 1 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 2% of its 60 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.
When was 243 78 Street built?
City records list 1940 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 243 78 Street?
It has 60 residential units.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.