5811 Ditmas Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11203BBL 3-07916-0001Map
Owner of record: Ditmas Center INC
5811 Ditmas Avenue is a school building built in 1975 in Brooklyn, 11203. The owner of record is Ditmas Center INC. HPD has recorded 1 housing violation here, most recently on March 30, 2004. 1 of the 1 most recent violations are still open.
- HPD violations
- 1
- DOB violations
- 46
- ECB violations
- 58
- HPD complaints
- 6
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
No rent-stabilized units in 2018–2024 tax bills
Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 1
- CImmediately hazardous
Provide temporary seal for all accessible opens er-1
Mar 30, 2004
Open — Nov sent out
DOB building violations · 46
- Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Nov 13, 2024
Dob violation - active - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Oct 30, 2024
Dob violation - active - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
May 11, 2022
Dob violation - active - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
May 11, 2022
Dob violation - active - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Jan 6, 2021
Dob violation - active - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Jan 6, 2021
Dob violation - active - Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
Feb 3, 2020
Dob violation - active - Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
Nov 3, 2019
Dob violation - active - 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 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
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- Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
Aug 3, 2019
Dob violation - active - Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
May 3, 2019
Dob violation - active - Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired
Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2016 cat 1 insp/tst
Jan 26, 2018
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired
Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2016 cat 1 insp/tst
Jan 26, 2018
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired
Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2015 cat 1 insp/tst
Jan 3, 2017
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired
Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2015 cat 1 insp/tst
Jan 3, 2017
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired
Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2014 cat 1 insp/tst
Nov 14, 2016
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired
Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2014 cat 1 insp/tst
Nov 14, 2016
Dob violation - dismissed - Residential elevator periodic inspection/test elevatorrequired
Failure to perform category 5 inspection
Jun 1, 2016
Dob violation - dismissed - Residential elevator periodic inspection/test elevatorrequired
Failure to perform category 5 inspection
Jun 1, 2016
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired
Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2012 cat 1 insp/tst
May 30, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired
Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2012 cat 1 insp/tst
May 30, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Nov 13, 2012
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 29, 2010
Dob violation - resolved - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 1, 2009
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 1, 2009
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 1, 2009
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 1, 2009
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Nov 13, 2007
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Nov 13, 2007
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 10, 2007
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 10, 2007
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 10, 2007
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 9, 2005
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 24, 2004
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 23, 2004
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
3p8537
Feb 19, 2003
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
3p8538
Feb 19, 2003
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
3p8537
Feb 28, 2002
Dob violation - resolved - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
May 5, 1999
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatoroptional
Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional
Jan 20, 1999
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatoroptional
Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional
Jan 6, 1998
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatoroptional
Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional
Jan 13, 1997
Dob violation - active - Elevator elevatoroptional
Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional
Jan 13, 1997
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatoroptional
Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional
Mar 8, 1996
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Oct 11, 1990
Vpw*-violation unserved ecb-work without permit-dismissed
ECB violations · 58
- Class - 2
Reissue ecb #35692016m. failure to maintain building in code-compliantmanner. noted: at (roof)parapet walls missing mortar with spalling of bricks/mortar throughout various areas. remedy: repair and/or replace.
Apr 23, 2026 · Penalty $3,125
Active - Class - 2
Re-issue #35678819p. failure to maintain building in code-compliant manner. noted: observed at parapet walls, missing mortar and spalling bricks at various locations. remedy: repair and/or replace.
Apr 21, 2025 · Penalty $3,125
Active - Class - 1
Class 1 item: missing dlm as now required by code. class 2 items: replace worn gibs where needed. secure gibs where needed. self resetting escape hatch switches prohibited. oil leak in pit.
Aug 28, 2024 · Penalty $6,250
Active - Class - 1
Class 1 item: missing dlm as now required by code. class 2 items: replace worn gibs where needed. secure gibs where needed. self resetting escape hatch switches prohibited. remove non elevator equipment from ma
Aug 28, 2024 · Penalty $6,250
Active - Class - 2
Reissue#35673057p failure to maintain building in code-compliant manner.noted:at time of my inspection i observed at the roof level parapetswall is in disrepair with missing mortar and crack and spalling bricks
Mar 27, 2024 · Penalty $1,562
Active - Class - 2
Failure to maintain building in code-compliant manner.noted:observed during inspection of exterior facade stair cracks mising mortar & spalling bricks noted throughout.remedy:repair and/or replace
Mar 22, 2023 · Penalty $625
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner.noted:observed during inspection of roof parapets in disrepair missing mortar & spalling block al throughout.remedy:repair and/or replace.
Mar 22, 2023 · Penalty $625
Active - Class - 2
Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner:ilumination for exits,exit discharges and public corridors per bc1006.1;27-381.noted at 2nd floor stair c,1st em#36 at stairwell b,1st floor by exit 2 em by
May 12, 2022 · Penalty $625
Resolve - Class - 2
Exit door not self-closing.noted at basement level,gym entrance by b10stair d by b12,kitchen entrance by b05,the exit doors are not working properly.remedy:repair or replace door.
May 12, 2022 · Penalty $625
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner.noted:door at room 223, 114 109 and b008 not working properly.remedy:repair and/or replace
May 12, 2022 · Penalty $625
Resolve
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- Class - 1
Class 1 item: missing dlm as now required by code. class 2 items: replace worn gibs where needed. self resetting escape hatch switches prohibited. oil in pit. seal piston leaks. inoperative pit lighting.
Jan 20, 2022 · Penalty $6,250
Active - Class - 1
Class 1 item: missing dlm as now required by code. class 2 items: replace worn gibs where needed. self resetting escape hatch switches prohibited.
Jan 20, 2022 · Penalty $6,250
Active - Class - 1
No door lock monitoring installed in this controller as mandated by 3.10.12 of appendix k3 of the 2014 nycbc. this is a controller feature which ensures passenger safety. remedy; file application, install dlm a
Oct 7, 2020 · Penalty $6,250
Active - Class - 1
No door lock monitoring installed in this controller as mandated by 3.10.12 of appendix k3 of the 2014 nycbc. this is a controller feature which ensures passenger safety. remedy; file application, install dlm a
Oct 7, 2020 · Penalty $6,250
Active - Class - 2
Reissue#35442702j-failure to maintain building in code compliant manner.illumination for the exit lights discharges & pubilic corridors per bc1006&27-381.noted:emergency lgihts are working properly throughout e
Jun 8, 2020 · Penalty $1,562
Resolve - Class - 2
Exit door not self-closing. noted: @the basement lvl stair d, outside the gymnasium, ecit door not working properly. rem: repair/replace door.
Aug 5, 2019
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain building in code-complaint mannet noted: @the gas meter room, water stains & spalling paint in various areas thtoughout the ceiling. rem: make neccessary repairs.
Aug 5, 2019
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain building in code-complaint manner: illumination for exits discharges & public corridors per bc 1006.1; 27-381. noted: the following emergency lights are inoperative basement em 36 @stair b,
Aug 5, 2019
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain building in code-compliant manner.noted:at the roof level parapet walls are missing matter in various areas throughout.also observed,the realing material under the flashing is loose and hang
Aug 5, 2019 · Penalty $3,125
Active - Class - 2
Failure to maintain building in code-complaint manner. noted: the following doors are not working properly; @the basement lvl (boo8), kitchen, b013b & the womens restroom. rem: repair and/or replace.
Aug 5, 2019
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain building in code-compliant manner: no fire stopping per bc 712.3; 27-345. noted: @the basement electrical room, missing sections of drywall on the ceiling.rem: provide/maintain fire stopping
Aug 5, 2019
Resolve - Class - 2
Exit door not self closing.at first floor exit 2 stair way "b"one dooris not self closing properly when tested at the time of inspection.rem:repair/replace door
Jun 14, 2018
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner.illumination forexits,exit discharges and public corridors per bc 1006.1;27-381 at first floor near room no 111 place two lights near room no 103 place two
Jun 14, 2018
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner. lack of emergency lighting for exits, exit discharges,and public corridors. per bc 1006.1, 27-542. noted: lights & 2nd fl near of room 218,219 stwyc at
Nov 16, 2016
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner.illumination for exits,exit discharges & public corridors per bc1006.1;27-381.note @ 2nd,1st & basement level in corridors,stwy's,gym & cafeteria numerous emerg
Oct 9, 2015
Resolve - Class - 2
Fire proof self closing doors being held open w/ kick stop /bolt/chain.note @ 2nd,1st fl & basement level numerous fire proof self closing doors are being held open w/ kick down door stops.rem remove door stops
Oct 9, 2015
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner.note @ basement level electrical room is being used for storage.(boxes,doors etc).rem remove storage items,comply w/ nov
Oct 9, 2015
Resolve - Class - 2
No fire stopping in room b-003 boiler room b-004 elec. room. remedy: maintain fire - stopping as per code
Jun 21, 2013
Resolve - Class - 2
Lower window, when open, slide off track and/ or sash. room 117, 218, 224, 205, 207 remedy: maintain building as per code
Jun 21, 2013
Resolve - Class - 2
Roof chiller # 5 ( cafeteria roof) opposite the chiller is a 15'-0" vertical crack in brick. remedy: maintain bldg as per code
Jun 21, 2013
Resolve - Class - 2
Emergency exit light not illuminating when test button depressed at various locations throughout all lvl rem: repair replace lighting
Mar 12, 2012
Resolve - Class - 2
Reissue #34871719x water penetrating bldg enevelope at rooms 207 219 & various location throughout rem: maintain weatherproof integrity of bldg
Mar 12, 2012
Resolve - Class - 2
Door not closing at 1st story exit #3 discharge doors rem: repair / replace doors
Mar 12, 2012
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain bldg noted: extensive water penetration into roomsteachers cafe,kitchen office,b12,cafeteria ceiling,room 201,207.219,203,224,basement level stair b. also roof membrane w/multiple tears/open
Sep 27, 2011 · Penalty $500
Active - Class - 2
Exterior roof has become porous and allowing rain into the bldg causing interior damages in room 207 & 219 on the 2nd flr level. remedy: water-proof exterior roof.
Aug 10, 2010
Resolve - Class - 2
Interior concrete block block wall has a vertical crack approx 3'feet long located at stair 'd' between 1st & basement level. remedy: repair/replace vertical crack in wall.
May 20, 2009
Resolve - Class - 2
Exterior brick facade has become porous & allowing rain into the gas meter room at cellar & stair 'c' between 1st & basement causing interior damages. remedy: water proof exterior brick facade.
May 20, 2009
Resolve - Class - 2
Reissue: 347113944 exterior roof has become porous & allowing rain into the teacher's cafe at basement level & room 219 on the 2nd flr level causing interior damages. remedy: water proof exterior roof.
May 20, 2009
Resolve - Class - 2
Roof has become porous and allowing rain into the bldg causing interior damages in the teachers' lounge at basement level & room 219 at the 2nd fl. remedy: water-proof roof.
Nov 14, 2008
Resolve - Hazardous
Re-issue:34508705z. exit doors are not self-closing located at electrical meter room & gas meter room on basement level. remedy: install door checks.
Feb 13, 2007
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Noted: failure to provide/maintain required firestopping within: 1)gasmeter room. 2)electric meter room. 3)boiler room. remedy: provide/maintain fire-stopping
May 5, 2005
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Noted:exit door are held(door stops)in open position not readily self closing :(1) 2nd floor stair #2 (2) 2nd floor stairs (3) 1st floor stair 3 4 (4)1st floor stair #1 (5) basement stiar #2 (6) basement boiler
May 5, 2005
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Noted:exit door note self closing (1) 1st floor corridor between 102/103 (2) basement cafeteria southwest exit door (right hand leaf) (3) basement cafeteria northwest exit door (right hand leaf) (4)basement ele
May 5, 2005
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Noted: failure to provide/maintain gas meter room with adequate ventilation & free/clear of storage as per nyc bldg code rs16p115.6. remedy:provide required ventilation & maintain clear/free of storage
May 5, 2005
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Noted: 2nd floor stair 2 exit passage(in front of) required width decreased by obstructions: desk,chair,teacher, student. remedy: remove obstructions, maintain passage/corridor clear and unobstructed.
May 5, 2005
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Altered building occupied without a valid certificate of occupancy noted: building is occupied,temporary certificate of occupancy #3p0008411expired on 05/23/04.
Jul 7, 2004
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Failure to maintain. defect is- water penetrating through mortar joints in stair case #2. remedy: maintain building.
May 11, 2004
Resolve - Non-hazardous
"reissue." failure to maintain. defect is roof leaks in cafeteria, kitchen, room #104, 125 and 219. remedy: repair roof.
May 11, 2004
Resolve - Non-hazardous
"reissue" failure to maintain. defects are in cellar roof levels in cafeteria and kitchen also leaks in cafeteria and kitchen also leaks is rooms # 104 and # 1025 on 1st floor remedy : repair roof
Feb 5, 2003
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Failure to provide 10"x12" elevators.remedy"provide signage as per location 16/84
Jul 24, 2002
Resolve
Complaints
- Safety
Window guard broken/missing
Apr 30, 2025 · Apt 6F
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Apr 30, 2025 · Apt 6F
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Apr 30, 2025 · Apt 6F
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Apr 30, 2025 · Apt 6F
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Apr 30, 2025 · Apt 6F
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Apr 30, 2025 · Apt 6F
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- School building (W9)
- Year built
- 1975
- Floors
- 2
- Residential units
- —
- Building area
- 45,124 ft²
- Lot area
- 44,000 ft²
- Zoning
- R4
- Community board
- 317
- Council district
- 45
- Block / lot
- 7916 / 1
- Assessed value
- $3,152,700
- Landmark / historic district
- No
Questions about 5811 Ditmas Avenue
Who owns 5811 Ditmas Avenue?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Ditmas Center INC.
Does 5811 Ditmas Avenue have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 1 housing violations at this property.
Is 5811 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 5811 Ditmas Avenue built?
City records list 1975 as the year it was built.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.