266 Washington Avenue,Brooklyn, NY 11205
114 Units
•Built in 1928
•6 Floors
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In the past three years, this building had:
265 complaints
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Open Violations
A violation is issued to a building when a city inspector from
NYC's Department of Housing Preservation and Development validates and confirms a complaint made to 311.
The violations listed below are open violations that have yet to be addressed or have not been confirmed
as resolved by the city.
This building has a total of 217 violations which is 1.9 violations per unit for their entire portfolio.
That is worse than the city average, which is 0.81 violations per unit.
Non-hazardous
49Class A
Non-Hazardous violations (i.e. no peephole on a door, or no street # on the building)
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Hazardous
106Class B
Hazardous violations (i.e. smoke detector issues, inadequate lighting)
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Immediately-hazardous
62Class C
Immediately Hazardous (i.e. rodents, inadequate heat or hot water)
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Approval DateDescriptionCurrent Status
Apr 21, 2024§ 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceiling at public hall, 6th storyNov sent out
Apr 10, 2024§ 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department wall cabinet at east wall in the kitchen located at apt e2, 5th story, 2nd apartment from north at eastNov sent out
Apr 05, 2024§ 27-2017.3 hmc: trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... at north wall inside shower stall (approx. 3 sq. ft.) in the bathroom located at apt b1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east , section ''north''Notice of issuance sent to tenant
Apr 05, 2024§ 27-2005 adm code properly secure the loose electrical outlet (1st from north at west) in the 1st room from east located at apt b1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east , section ''north''Nov sent out
Apr 05, 2024§ 27-2026, 2027 hmc: properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at north and west walls in the 1st room from east located at apt b1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east , section ''north''Nov sent out
Apr 05, 2024§ 27-2005 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the north and west walls in the 1st room from east located at apt b1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east , section ''north''Nov sent out
Mar 06, 2024§ 27-2017.3 hmc: trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approx 4 sq.ft at 1st base cabinet from east at south wall in the kitchen located at apt d19, 4th story, 3rd apartment from north at eastNotice of issuance sent to tenant
Mar 06, 2024§ 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the kitchen , the 2nd room from north, the 2nd bathroom from north, the 5th room from north, the 1st bathroom from north, the 4th room from north, the 1st room from north located at apt d19, 4th story, 3rd apartment from north at eastNov sent out
Feb 22, 2024§ 27-2005 adm code paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation door in the entrance located at apt e15, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at eastNov sent out
Feb 21, 2024§ 27-2005 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling east wall and south wall in the bathroom located at apt d16, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at northNov sent out
Feb 21, 2024§ 27-2005 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective metal escutcheon plate in the bathroom located at apt d16, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at northNov sent out
Feb 21, 2024§ 27-2005 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt d16, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at northNov sent out
Feb 20, 2024§ 27-2017.3 hmc: trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... at ceiling approx 2 sq ft in the kitchen located at apt a1, 1st story, 2nd apartment from north at eastNotice of issuance sent to tenant
Feb 08, 2024§ 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling in vestibule , 1st storyNov sent out
Feb 08, 2024§ 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling at public hall, 6th storyNov sent out
Jan 26, 2024§ 27-2017.3 hmc: trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... at ceiling (approx. 1 sq. ft.) in the kitchen located at apt a28, 1st story, 2nd apartment from north at east , section ''east''Notice of issuance sent to tenant
Jan 26, 2024§ 27-2026, 2027 hmc: properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling inside closet (1st from north at east) in the bathroom located at apt a28, 1st story, 2nd apartment from north at east , section ''east''Nov sent out
Jan 26, 2024§ 27-2005 hmc: properly repair or replace the broken or defective light fixture at ceiling in the private hallway located at apt a28, 1st story, 2nd apartment from north at east , section ''east''Nov sent out
Jan 26, 2024§ 27-2026, 2027 hmc: properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling and east wall in the 1st room from east located at apt a28, 1st story, 2nd apartment from north at east , section ''east''Nov sent out
Jan 26, 2024§ 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling and east wall in the 1st room from east located at apt a28, 1st story, 2nd apartment from north at east , section ''east''Nov sent out
Oct 10, 2023§ 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at the ceiling and west wall, in east south sections, at public hall, 6th storyNov sent out
Oct 10, 2023§ 27-2011 adm code cleanse to the satisfaction of this department the ceramic tiles surface, caulking and grouts joints of visible mold at west wall around bathtub in the 1st bathroom from north located at apt c15, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east , section ''east''Nov sent out
Sep 22, 2023§ 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling at public hall, 1st storyNov sent out
Sep 08, 2023§ 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all walls and ceiling in the entire apartment located at apt b1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south , section ''south''Nov sent out
Aug 24, 2023§ 27-2005 hmc: properly repair or replace the broken or defective intercom system from building entrance to return buzzer at north wall in the foyer located at apt d2, 4th story, 2nd apartment from north at east , section ''west''Nov sent out
May 18, 2023Section 27-2005 hmc: properly repair or replace the broken or defective (inoperative) electrical outlet on the north wall in the 2nd room from north at east located at apt b1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at southNov sent out
May 18, 2023Section 27-2005 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color east wall in the 2nd room from north at east located at apt b1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at southNov sent out
Feb 12, 2023Section 27-2005 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the 1st room from east at north located at apt b1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at eastNov sent out
Feb 12, 2023Section 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at 1st door frame from south at west wall in the 1st room from east at north located at apt b1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at eastNov sent out
Feb 12, 2023Section 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the 2nd room from east at north, the private hallway , the bathroom , the foyer located at apt b1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at eastNov sent out
Feb 05, 2023Section 27-2026 adm code repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt b1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at eastNov sent out
Jan 19, 2023Section 27-2026, 2027 hmc: properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt b1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at southNov sent out
Jan 19, 2023Section 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt b1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at southNov sent out
Jan 19, 2023Section 27-2026 adm code repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at shower stall in the bathroom located at apt b1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at southNov sent out
Jan 19, 2023Section 27-2005 adm code paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation the steam riser (at north wall) in the bathroom located at apt b1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at southNov sent out
Jan 19, 2023Section 27-2026, 2027 hmc: properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the 1st room from north at east located at apt b1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at southNov sent out
Jan 19, 2023Section 27-2005 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the 1st room from north at east located at apt b1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at southNov sent out
Jan 19, 2023Section 27-2005 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling, east, and north walls in the 2nd room from north at east located at apt b1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at southNov sent out
Jan 19, 2023Section 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the west and south walls in the 2nd room from north at east located at apt b1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at southNov sent out
Jan 19, 2023Section 27-2005 adm code & 309 m/d law abate the nuisance consisting of nail protruding from wooden floor in the 2nd room from north at east located at apt b1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at southNov sent out
Jan 19, 2023Section 27-2005 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective stool at window (1st from north at east) in the 2nd room from north at east located at apt b1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at southNov sent out
Jan 19, 2023Section 27-2005 adm code properly secure the loose plate at electrical outlet (1st from east at north) in the 2nd room from north at east located at apt b1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at southNov sent out
Jan 19, 2023Section 27-2005 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wooden floor (warped) in the 1st room from north at east located at apt b1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at southNov sent out
Apr 24, 2021Section 27-2005 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling in the 3rd room from north located at apt b1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at southNot complied with
Apr 24, 2021Section 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all walls and ceiling in the entire apartment located at apt b1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at southNot complied with
Feb 05, 2021Section 27-2005 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the 3rd room from north at east located at apt b1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south , section ''1,3,5,19'', at southFirst no access to re- inspect violation
Mar 27, 2019Section 27-2005 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective grout at ceramic tile at west wall bathtub in the bathroom located at apt bi6, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from south at west , section at northFirst no access to re- inspect violation
Feb 24, 2019Section 27-2005 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective caulking around bathtub in the bathroom located at apt b16, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north , section at westFirst no access to re- inspect violation
Oct 08, 2013Section 300 m/d law file plans and application and legalize the following alteration or restore to the legal condition existing prior to the making of said alteration : opening created at floor with spiral staircase installed creating a duplex apt with the cellar located at apt a24 lower level, 1st story, 4th apartment from west at north , section at northFirst no access to re- inspect violation
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Building Ratings
Water Pressure
Water Pressure: 5
Cleanliness
Cleanliness: 3
Pest Control
Pest Control: 2
Heat
Heat: 5
Noise Levels
Noise Levels: 4
Owner Responsiveness
Owner Responsiveness: 5
Neighbors
Neighbors: 5
Garbage Management
Garbage Management: 5
Renter Recommendations
60% of renters recommend this building
60% of renters approve of this owner
Rents and Deposits
95% of renters received their security deposits back
It HAS NOT been reported if this building accepts electronic rent payments.
Reviews
3.375 stars
Nice building, but for the price management should do more
Former Tenant
Pros:
Pretty, has an elevator, nice (c) openigloo nei...
Cons:
Management is unresponsive and doesn’t (c) open...
Advice to owner:
Invest more money in the building to make it nicer
2.375 stars
Class C Violation, Useless Management
Former Tenant
Pros:
Quiet building full of nice (c) openigloo peopl...
Cons:
We currently have an HPD (c) openigloo class C ...
Advice to owner:
Please help your tenants!
2.75 stars
Average building for Temporary Living
Former Tenant
Pros:
The neighborhood is nice
Stores are (c) openigl...
Cons:
Packages get stolen
Neighbors are (c) openiglo...
Advice to owner:
Hire an additional super to help with daily tasks
4.625 stars
266 Washington Ave
Former Tenant
Pros:
Great neighbors and super. Laundry (c) openiglo...
Cons:
Natural lighting is not good (c) openigloo in m...
5 stars
Best building ive found in BK
Former Tenant
Pros:
Thick walls means very little (c) openigloo noi...
Cons:
Units are small.
4 stars
Great building. Bad management.
Former Tenant
Pros:
Large spaces
Updated Appliances
Friendly neigh...
Cons:
Management has been unwilling to (c) openigloo ...
Advice to owner:
Try to be more accommodating with leases during...