roofy

231 Brightwater Court

Brooklyn, NY 11235BBL 3-08685-0070Map

Owner of record: 231 Brightwater Court Owner LLC

231 Brightwater Court is an elevator apartment building built in 1928 in Brooklyn, 11235. It has 49 residential units across 6 floors. The owner of record is 231 Brightwater Court Owner LLC. HPD has recorded 331 housing violations here, most recently on September 30, 2026. 32 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 26 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
331
DOB violations
19
ECB violations
10
HPD complaints
454

What to know

Concern
12 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Watch
Last violation Sep 30, 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

Rent-stabilized units in 2024
26
About 53% of the building's 49 apartments
Down from 49 in 2018

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.

Stabilized units by tax-bill year

Think your apartment is stabilized? Request its rent history from HCR (free), then check your renewal with the renewal calculator.

Violations

Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.

HPD housing violations · 331

  • C

    Abate the nuisance consisting of evidence of rats and all underlying causes creating the pest infestations, by using integrated pest management (ipm), eliminate all burrow entry and passageways, pest nests, holes, gaps or cracks in walls, ceilings, floors, fixing leaks and managing garbage in public areas. evidence found at throughout yard

    Sep 30, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules missing in the entire apartment located at apt d2, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 30, 2026 · Apt D2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color east wall in the private hallway located at apt d2, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 30, 2026 · Apt D2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes flower pots and household items at 2nd from east at south at fire escape, 4th story

    Sep 30, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color west wall in the 1st room from north located at apt d2, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 30, 2026 · Apt D2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt d2, 4th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Sep 30, 2026 · Apt D2

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tiles at north wall and south wall in the bathroom located at apt d2, 4th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Sep 30, 2026 · Apt D2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt d2, 4th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Sep 30, 2026 · Apt D2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling, south and west walls in the 5th room from north at east located at apt d2, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 30, 2026 · Apt D2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at south wall and west wall in the 5th room from north at west located at apt d2, 4th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Sep 30, 2026 · Apt D2

    Open — Nov sent out
Show 40 more ↓
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at east wall in the foyer located at apt d2, 4th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Sep 30, 2026 · Apt D2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective glass lite at lower sash north 1 and north 2 window in the 3rd room from north located at apt d2, 4th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Sep 30, 2026 · Apt D2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at north wall in the 1st room from north located at apt d2, 4th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Sep 30, 2026 · Apt D2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations missing in the entire apartment located at apt d2, 4th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Sep 30, 2026 · Apt D2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules missing in the entire apartment located at apt d2, 4th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Sep 30, 2026 · Apt D2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt d2, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 30, 2026 · Apt D2

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt d2, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 30, 2026 · Apt D2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 square feet observed at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt d2, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 30, 2026 · Apt D2

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • C

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tiles at south wall in the bathroom located at apt d2, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 30, 2026 · Apt D2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color south wall in the 5th room from north at west located at apt d2, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 30, 2026 · Apt D2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective glass pane at lower sash at 2nd window from east in the 5th room from north at west located at apt d2, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 30, 2026 · Apt D2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective glass pane at lower sash at 1st window from north in the 3rd room from north located at apt d2, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 30, 2026 · Apt D2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective glass pane at lower sash at 2nd window from north in the 3rd room from north located at apt d2, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 30, 2026 · Apt D2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the 1st room from north located at apt d2, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 30, 2026 · Apt D2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color west wall in the 1st room from north located at apt d2, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 30, 2026 · Apt D2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations missing in the entire apartment located at apt d2, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 30, 2026 · Apt D2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective caulking around bathtub in the bathroom located at apt d2, 4th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Sep 30, 2026 · Apt D2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of bicycles at public hall, 1st story

    Aug 25, 2026

    Open — Nov certified on time
  • A

    Post a proper notice regarding rent stabilization law, in a form approved by the commissioner, in a conspicuous location within the common area at the buildings entrance. for more information about signage requirements, please visit: https://www.nyc.gov/site/hpd/services-and-information/required-signage.page

    Mar 18, 2026

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling and all walls in the entire apartment located at apt a2, 1st story, 2nd apartment from north at east , section at east

    Jun 21, 2025 · Apt A2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt a4, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north , section at east

    Jun 21, 2025 · Apt A4

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling and north wall in the 1st room from north located at apt a2, 1st story, 2nd apartment from north at east , section at east

    Jun 21, 2025 · Apt A2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latch set on door at compactor closet, 2nd story

    May 21, 2025

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt a2, 1st story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Dec 12, 2024 · Apt A2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the 3rd room from east located at apt c2, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Dec 12, 2024 · Apt C2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt a4, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Dec 12, 2024 · Apt A4

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective chaulking around bathtub in the bathroom located at apt a2, 1st story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Dec 12, 2024 · Apt A2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 sq ft at ceiling by 2nd window from north at east in the 1st room from north located at apt a2, 1st story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Dec 12, 2024 · Apt A2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 sq ft at ceiling by 2nd window from north at east in the 1st room from north located at apt a2, 1st story, 2nd apartment from north at east original violation 17561685 issued 12-dec-24 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code §27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).

    Dec 12, 2024 · Apt A2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    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 missing note at public hall, 1st story

    Apr 17, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges on fire door at public hall, 6th story

    Apr 17, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes consisting of household articles at 5th story balcony at 2nd stack from east at south at building front at fire escape

    Oct 26, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective door at compactor closet at public hall, 5th story

    Oct 19, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective at compactor hopper at public hall, 5th story

    Apr 26, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Properly repair the broken or defective paving at west yard

    Apr 26, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department north wall in the public hall at 3rd story, building sec: east

    Mar 15, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Refit compactor closet door in the public hall at 3rd story, building sec: west

    Mar 15, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective fire door in the public hall at 2nd story

    Mar 15, 2023

    Open — Violation will be reinspected
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective fire door in the public hall at 6th story

    Mar 15, 2023

    Open — Violation will be reinspected
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective roof bulkhead door, building sec: east

    Mar 15, 2023

    Open — Violation will be reinspected

DOB building violations · 19

  • 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

    Apr 29, 2021

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Oct 7, 2020

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jul 14, 2018

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2016 inspection report

    Apr 6, 2018

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jun 25, 2017

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2015 inspection report

    Feb 24, 2017

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Nov 16, 2016

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 13, 2013

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Nov 19, 2010

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    May 22, 2009

    Dob violation - resolved
Show 9 more ↓
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Nov 28, 2007

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 19, 2007

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Dec 29, 2006

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Aug 22, 2006

    Vw*-violation - work w/o permit dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 30, 2005

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Apr 7, 2004

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    3p1743

    Feb 27, 2003

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Dec 12, 1992

    Vp*-violation unserved ecb- dismissed
  • Elevator elevatoroptional

    1

    Oct 12, 1989

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 10

  • Class - 1

    05n01 car door restrictor bypassed.repair.

    Aug 23, 2016 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    05n10 door restrictor bypassed repair

    Aug 23, 2016

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failed to notify the dept/obtain permit prior to use/installation of "c" hook in connection w/suspended scaffold.noted: no"c" hook notification for suspended scaffold @ this location.rem:notify the department

    Oct 8, 2009 · Penalty $400

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Inadequate safety measures:operation of hoisting equipment in unsafe manner.noted:upon inspection found loose j.bolts,parapet clamps not secured,tieback for life line,& outrigger beams not independent,attach

    Oct 8, 2009 · Penalty $4,800

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to perform safe/proper inspection of suspended scaffold.noted:daily insp records show that all items on check list were in compliance,upon insp found numerous violation conditions.rem:confor to safety

    Oct 8, 2009 · Penalty $10,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain adequate housekeeping.noted:large amount of debrison top of roof from demo of parapet.also debris in courtyard.remedy: maintain adequate housekeeping.

    Oct 8, 2009 · Penalty $400

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Fail to provide notice to dob (exp on 12.1.08) notice to dob for c-hooks in connection with 2 pt. suspended scaffolds. stop work from scaffold call to dob (212) 676-1076.

    Feb 21, 2009 · Penalty $4,000

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    75u05,08m03,46b15,57o02.15-perform 5 yr test 5 tag.08-install toe guard.46-provide properly clearance get w.cwt 5 buffer.

    Apr 17, 2001

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    73#,57o,40a, 73# 5 yr test, perform 5yr test & properly tag governor

    Dec 12, 1992

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    15l,17i,35o,57o

    May 28, 1991

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Sep 30, 2026 · Apt D2

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Sep 30, 2026 · Apt D2

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Sep 30, 2026 · Apt D2

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Sep 29, 2026 · Apt D2

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Sep 29, 2026 · Apt D2

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Sep 29, 2026 · Apt D2

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Sep 1, 2026 · Apt D2

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Sep 1, 2026 · Apt D2

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Aug 24, 2026 · Apt D2

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Aug 24, 2026 · Apt D2

    Close
Show 40 more ↓
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Aug 24, 2026 · Apt D2

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Aug 24, 2026 · Apt D2

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Aug 24, 2026 · Apt D2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Aug 24, 2026 · Apt D2

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Aug 23, 2026 · Apt 2W

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Aug 23, 2026 · Apt 2W

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Aug 23, 2026 · Apt 2W

    Close
  • Safety

    Window guard broken/missing

    Aug 23, 2026 · Apt 2W

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Aug 23, 2026 · Apt 2W

    Close
  • Water leak

    Damp spot

    Aug 14, 2026 · Apt D7

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Mar 16, 2026 · Apt A8

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Feb 11, 2026 · Apt D7

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Feb 11, 2026 · Apt D7

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Feb 11, 2026 · Apt D7

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Feb 11, 2026 · Apt D7

    Close
  • General

    Ventilation system

    Feb 11, 2026 · Apt D7

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Feb 11, 2026 · Apt D7

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Feb 11, 2026 · Apt D7

    Close
  • Safety

    Smoke detector

    Feb 11, 2026 · Apt D7

    Close
  • Electric

    Power outage

    Apr 12, 2025 · Apt E4

    Close
  • Electric

    Power outage

    Apr 11, 2025 · Apt E4

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Door/frame

    Mar 8, 2025 · Apt B5

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Apr 17, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 9, 2023 · Apt 8E

    Close
  • Safety

    Window guard broken/missing

    May 13, 2022 · Apt F6

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    May 13, 2022 · Apt F3

    Close
  • Safety

    Smoke detector

    May 13, 2022 · Apt C8

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    May 13, 2022 · Apt B3

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    May 13, 2022 · Apt B3

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    May 13, 2022 · Apt B3

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    May 13, 2022 · Apt D4

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    May 13, 2022 · Apt D4

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    May 13, 2022 · Apt D4

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    May 13, 2022 · Apt D4

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    May 13, 2022 · Apt D4

    Close
  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    May 13, 2022 · Apt D4

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    May 13, 2022 · Apt B7

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    May 13, 2022 · Apt B7

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    May 13, 2022 · Apt B7

    Close
  • Safety

    Fire escape

    May 13, 2022 · Apt C1

    Close

Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

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

Building details

Building type
Elevator apartment building (D1)
Year built
1928
Floors
6
Residential units
49
Building area
45,189 ft²
Lot area
9,452 ft²
Zoning
R7-1
Community board
313
Council district
48
Block / lot
8685 / 70
Assessed value
$2,231,550
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #312882, last renewed Jul 16, 2026.

Questions about 231 Brightwater Court

Who owns 231 Brightwater Court?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 231 Brightwater Court Owner LLC.

Does 231 Brightwater Court have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 331 housing violations at this property.

Is 231 Brightwater Court rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 26 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 53% of its 49 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 231 Brightwater Court built?

City records list 1928 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 231 Brightwater Court?

It has 49 residential units.

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