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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

Concern
1 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation Mar 30, 2004

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 · 1

  • C

    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

Sales come from the NYC Department of Finance rolling sales file.

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.