Prospect Lefferts Gardens

80 Clarkson Avenue,Brooklyn, NY 11226

83 Units

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Built in 1938

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6 Floors

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3.8(3)
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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 420 violations which is 5.06 violations per unit for their entire portfolio.
That is worse than the city average, which is 0.81 violations per unit.
Non-hazardous
64Class A
Non-Hazardous violations (i.e. no peephole on a door, or no street # on the building)
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Hazardous
208Class B
Hazardous violations (i.e. smoke detector issues, inadequate lighting)
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Immediately-hazardous
137Class C
Immediately Hazardous (i.e. rodents, inadequate heat or hot water)
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Missing information/filings
11Class I
Missing or non-compliant with administrative information orders or filings
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Approval DateDescriptionCurrent Status
Mar 30, 2024§ 27-2026 adm code reset, so as to secure a proper and tight connection, the water closet bowl at north wall in the bathroom located at apt 2h, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east , section ''south''First no access to re- inspect violation
Mar 30, 2024§ 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 2h, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east , section ''south''First no access to re- inspect violation
Mar 05, 2024§ 27-2017.3 hmc: trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... at ceiling apprx 4 sq.ft. in the bathroom located at apt 2d, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at eastNot complied with
Feb 17, 2024§ 27-2026 adm code reset, so as to secure a proper and tight connection, the water closet bowl .. in the bathroom located at apt 2g, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north , section ''south''First no access to re- inspect violation
Feb 17, 2024§ 27-2005 hmc: refit windows lower and upper sashes ,at east wall, to make them airtight, in the 1st room from north at center located at apt 2g, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north , section ''south''First no access to re- inspect violation
Feb 17, 2024§ 27-2005 hmc: properly repair or replace the broken or defective at entrance door in the foyer located at apt 2g, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north , section ''south''First no access to re- inspect violation
Feb 15, 2024§ 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2g, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at northFirst no access to re- inspect violation
Feb 14, 2024§ 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2d, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at eastNot complied with
Feb 07, 2024§ 27-2005 adm code paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation the 1st window frame from west at north wall in the bathroom located at apt 5h, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east , section ''southeast''First no access to re- inspect violation
Feb 07, 2024§ 27-2005 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the west wall, south wall in the bathroom located at apt 5h, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east , section ''southeast''First no access to re- inspect violation
Feb 07, 2024§ 27-2005 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective reglaze the bathtub at west wall in the bathroom located at apt 5h, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east , section ''southeast''First no access to re- inspect violation
Feb 07, 2024§ 27-2005 hmc: properly repair or replace the broken or defective gasket at refrigerator door in the kitchen located at apt 5h, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east , section ''southeast''First no access to re- inspect violation
Feb 07, 2024§ 27-2017.3 hmc: trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... at (?approximately 2sqft) 2nd closet from south at west wall wall in the 3rd room from east located at apt 5h, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east , section ''southeast''First no access to re- inspect violation
Feb 07, 2024§ 27-2005 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the 2nd closet from south at west wall wall in the 3rd room from east located at apt 5h, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east , section ''southeast''First no access to re- inspect violation
Feb 07, 2024§ 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the 1st door from east at south wall in the bathroom located at apt 5h, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east , section ''southeast''First no access to re- inspect violation
Feb 07, 2024§ 27-2005 adm code paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation the 1st riser from north at east wall in the bathroom located at apt 5h, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east , section ''southeast''First no access to re- inspect violation
Feb 07, 2024§ 27-2026, 2027 hmc: properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 5h, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east , section ''southeast''First no access to re- inspect violation
Feb 07, 2024§ 27-2017.3 hmc: trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... at ( approximately 2sqft ) 1st window frame from west at north wall in the bathroom located at apt 5h, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east , section ''southeast''First no access to re- inspect violation
Feb 07, 2024§ 27-2005 adm code paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation the 1st radiator from west at north wall in the 3rd room from east located at apt 5h, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east , section ''southeast''First no access to re- inspect violation
Feb 07, 2024§ 27-2005 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the west wall, 1st closet from south at west wall door in the 3rd room from east located at apt 5h, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east , section ''southeast''First no access to re- inspect violation
Feb 07, 2024§ 27-2017.3 hmc: trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... at ( approximately 1sqft ) 2nd closet from south at west wall ceiling in the 3rd room from east located at apt 5h, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east , section ''southeast''First no access to re- inspect violation
Feb 07, 2024§ 27-2005 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the 2nd closet from south at west wall ceiling in the 3rd room from east located at apt 5h, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east , section ''southeast''First no access to re- inspect violation
Feb 07, 2024§ 27-2005 adm code paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation the 2nd closet from west at north wall door frame in the foyer located at apt 5h, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east , section ''southeast''First no access to re- inspect violation
Feb 07, 2024§ 27-2005 hmc: properly repair or replace the broken or defective wood base cabinet at north wall in the bathroom located at apt 5h, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east , section ''southeast''First no access to re- inspect violation
Feb 07, 2024§ 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the kitchen located at apt 5h, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east , section ''southeast''First no access to re- inspect violation
Feb 05, 2024§ 27-2017.3 hmc: trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2g, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north , section ''south''First no access to re- inspect violation
Feb 01, 2024§27-2153 adm code post and maintain a notice, written in english and in spanish, on the building entrance door or other conspicuous location in the building common area, stating that: (1) the building is in the alternative enforcement program, (2) that occupants may call 311 or the aep at 212-863-8262 to report housing maintenance complaints, (3) the name, telephone, and address of the owner, and, (4) the identity of any financial institution that holds a mortgage on the property. postNot complied with
Jul 28, 2023§ 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 located at apt 5k, 5th story, 3rd apartment from north at east , section at southNot complied with
Jul 27, 2023§ 27-2005 hmc: refit the door in the bathroom located at apt 4g, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north , section ''south''First no access to re- inspect violation
Jul 27, 2023§ 27-2026 adm code repair leaky water closet flush pipe connection in the bathroom located at apt 3p, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west , section ''south''First no access to re- inspect violation
Jul 27, 2023§ 27-2005 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective porcelain enamel finish at bathtub by method of reglazing in the bathroom located at apt 3p, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west , section ''south''First no access to re- inspect violation
Apr 17, 2023§ 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the kitchen , the bathroom located at apt 1m, 1st story, 2nd apartment from east at southNot complied with
Mar 02, 2023§ 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all walls and ceilings in the entire apartment located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north , section at northFirst no access to re- inspect violation
Feb 28, 2023§ 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling walls and all trims in the entire apartment located at apt 5h, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east , section at southFirst no access to re- inspect violation
Dec 08, 2022§ 27-2005 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color around the window at north wall in the 1st room from north at east located at apt 5a, 5th story, 1st apartment from west at northFirst no access to re- inspect violation
Jun 22, 2022§ 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all walls and ceilings throughout in the entire apartment located at apt 4j, 4th story, 2nd apartment from north at east , section ''south''First no access to re- inspect violation
Jun 22, 2022§ 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all walls and ceilings throughout in the entire apartment located at apt 2c, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north , section ''north''Not complied with
Jun 15, 2022§ 27-2005 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at northFirst no access to re- inspect violation
Jun 15, 2022§ 27-2005 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the 1st bathroom from east located at apt 3e, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at southNot complied with
Jun 13, 2022§ 27-2005 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tile at walking area in the kitchen located at apt 1p, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at westFirst no access to re- inspect violation
Jun 13, 2022§ 27-2005 adm code replace with new the broken or defective rubber gasket at bottom door refrigerator in the kitchen located at apt 1p, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at westFirst no access to re- inspect violation
Apr 25, 2022§ 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling and north wall in the bathroom located at apt 2j, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east , section at southFirst no access to re- inspect violation
Feb 16, 2022§ 27-2026, 2027 hmc: properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2p, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from south at westFirst no access to re- inspect violation
Apr 07, 2021§ 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling and south wall in the 1st room from north located at apt 1p, 1st story, 2nd apartment from south at westFirst no access to re- inspect violation
Apr 07, 2021§ 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling, north and west walls in the bathroom located at apt 1p, 1st story, 2nd apartment from south at westFirst no access to re- inspect violation
Apr 07, 2021§ 27-2026, 2027 hmc: properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling and south wall in the 1st room from north located at apt 1p, 1st story, 2nd apartment from south at westFirst no access to re- inspect violation
Apr 07, 2021§ 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling in the private hallway located at apt 1p, 1st story, 2nd apartment from south at westFirst no access to re- inspect violation
Mar 19, 2021§ 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the 3rd room from north at west, the 1st room from north at west, the kitchen , the 2nd bathroom , the 1st bathroom located at apt 2a, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at northFirst no access to re- inspect violation
Sep 29, 2020§ 27-2005 adm code replace with new the missing escutcheon plate above heat riser at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 4p, 4th story, 2nd apartment from south at west , section ''south''Not complied with
Sep 26, 2019§ 27-2005 adm code refit wood cabinet door at washbasin in the 2nd bathroom from north located at apt 5a, 5th story, 1st apartment from west at northFirst no access to re- inspect violation
Sep 03, 2019§ 27-2043 adm code provide a lock and key to the entrance door of dwelling unit and, if a cl a multiple dwelling, also a chain guard missing at door in the entrance located at apt 5a, 5th story, 1st apartment from west at north , section at northFirst no access to re- inspect violation
Jul 16, 2019§ 27-2005 adm code paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation the 1st window frame from west at north wall, 2nd window frame from west at north wall, 3rd window frame from west at north wall in the 3rd room from north at east located at apt 6b, 6th story, 2nd apartment from west at northFirst no access to re- inspect violation
Jun 25, 2019§ 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 ..partition erected from floor to ceiling with door separating the foyer and private hall located at apt 6b, 6th story, 2nd apartment from west at north , section at northFirst no access to re- inspect violation
Jun 21, 2019§ 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling, 1st closet from north at east wall door, 1st closet from north at east wall door frame in the 1st room from north located at apt 6b, 6th story, 2nd apartment from west at northFirst no access to re- inspect violation
Jun 21, 2019§ 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling, east wall in the 4th room from north at east located at apt 6b, 6th story, 2nd apartment from west at northFirst no access to re- inspect violation
Jun 07, 2019§ 27-2005 adm code refit the lower sash of the outer window at the west wall in the 2nd room from north at west located at apt 5a, 5th story, 1st apartment from west at north , section at northFirst no access to re- inspect violation
Jun 07, 2019§ 27-2005 adm code replace with new the broken or defective terrazzo chip saddle at apt. entrance located at apt 5a, 5th story, 1st apartment from west at north , section at northFirst no access to re- inspect violation
Apr 22, 2019§ 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the 3rd room from north at east, the 1st room from north, the bathroom located at apt 6b, 6th story, 2nd apartment from west at northFirst no access to re- inspect violation
Feb 05, 2019§ 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the 4th room from north at east, the 1st room from north located at apt 6b, 6th story, 2nd apartment from west at northFirst no access to re- inspect violation
Feb 05, 2019§ 27-2005 adm code replace with new the missing ,ceramic wall tiles at east in the bathroom located at apt 6b, 6th story, 2nd apartment from west at northFirst no access to re- inspect violation
Dec 31, 2018§ 27-2005 adm code properly repair the broken or defective electrical outlet cover in the kitchen located at apt 5a, 5th story, 1st apartment from west at northFirst no access to re- inspect violation
Dec 31, 2018§ 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the 3rd room from north at west, the 1st room from north at east, the 2nd bathroom , the 1st bathroom located at apt 5a, 5th story, 1st apartment from west at northFirst no access to re- inspect violation
Nov 16, 2018§ 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all walls and ceiling in the bathroom from north located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at northFirst no access to re- inspect violation
Jul 12, 2018§ 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling and all walls in the bathroom located at apt 2g, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at eastFirst no access to re- inspect violation

Property Owners and Associates

8o'clarkson LLC
Corporate Owner
3.8(3)

1 Property

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83 Units

Brian Ritter
Head Officer
3.8(3)

1 Property

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83 Units

Calynne Oyolokor
Officer
3.4(4)

19 Properties

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414 Units

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60% of renters recommend this building

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Rents and Deposits

95% of renters received their security deposits back
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Large apartments, poor plumbing
Former Tenant
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Great size apartments and great (c) openigloo n...
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Plumbing sucks, water backs up (c) openigloo du...
Advice to owner:
Fix the plumbing!
Great place to stay
Former Tenant
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Issues got fixed ASAP. Quiet (c) openigloo buil...
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Water pressure was rough for (c) openigloo a co...
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None
Decent building
Former Tenant
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Cheap rent due to outlasting (c) openigloo tena...
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Mice infestation, roach infestation, occasional...
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Do more frequent maintenance checks on tenants,...