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292 Covert Street, Brooklyn, NY 11237

BBL 3034250012 (Block 3425, Lot 12) · BIN 3079361 · Last updated:

Summary

292 Covert Street (Brooklyn, NY 11237) is a 6-unit walk-up apartment building (building class C2: walk-up apartments, five or six families), built around 1906, on a 2,600 sq ft lot zoned R6. City tax records list the owner as JOSEPH TAVARES,TRUSTEE OF THE TAVARES FA MILY TRUST. The Department of Finance's final market value for tax year 2027 is $1,015,000. As of October 31, 2026, NYC Open Data shows two active DOB violations and one open HPD violation. There were five 311 requests in the past 12 months and no HPD complaints since 2019.

At a glance

Lot & building

Basic facts about the tax lot and building from the city’s PLUTO database.

Owner (as listed by the city)
JOSEPH TAVARES,TRUSTEE OF THE TAVARES FA MILY TRUSTThe owner name on the city’s tax records. It can lag behind recent sales and is often an LLC.
Building class
C2 – Walk-up apartments, five or six familiesThe Department of Finance’s category for what kind of building this is.
Land use
Multi-family walk-up buildingsCity Planning’s broad category of how the lot is used.
Year built
1906Often an estimate for older buildings.
Floors
3
Units
6 residential / 6 totalResidential units are apartments; total includes stores and offices.
Buildings on lot
1
Lot size
2,600 sq ft (26 ft × 100 ft)
Building floor area
4,725 sq ft
Zoning
R6The zoning district sets what can be built and used here. Residential district.
Built vs. allowed density (FAR)
1.82 built / 2.43 max residentialFloor Area Ratio = building floor area ÷ lot area. If built FAR is below the maximum, zoning may allow more floor area (other rules apply).
Identifiers
BBL 3034250012 (Borough 3, Block 3425, Lot 12) · BIN 3079361BBL identifies the tax lot; BIN identifies each building (from DOB/HPD/footprint records).

Source: PLUTO (Dept. of City Planning) — dataset updated 2026-08-24, fetched 2026-10-31; Building Footprints — dataset updated 2026-10-25, fetched 2026-10-31

Tax assessment

How the Department of Finance values this lot for property tax.

Market value (tax year 2027, final roll)
$1,015,000The Department of Finance’s estimate of value for tax purposes. It is not an appraisal and is often far from the sale price.
Assessed value
$456,750The portion of market value that taxes are calculated on (capped by law for small homes).
Taxable value (final)
$130,514Assessed value minus any exemptions.
Tax class
Tax class 2A – residential rental, 4–6 units
Tax yearRollMarket valueAssessed valueTax class
2027Final$1,015,000$456,7502A
2026Final$846,000$380,7002A
2025Final$1,057,000$475,6502A
2024Final$986,000$443,7002A
2023Final$822,000$369,9002A

Source: DOF Property Valuation and Assessment Data — dataset updated 2026-09-14, fetched 2026-10-31

Sales & deed history 6

Deeds recorded with the City Register (ACRIS). A deed transfers ownership. A $0 or very low price usually means a transfer between related parties, an estate, or a refinance-related transfer, not a market sale. This is not a title search; mortgages, liens and other documents are not shown.

DateTypePriceSeller (grantor)Buyer (grantee)Doc ID
2012-02-22DEED$0 / not statedTavares, SecundinoJoseph Tavares,Trustee Of The Tavares Family Trust; Maritza Tavares,Trustee Ofthe Tavares Family Trust2012040500981001
2012-02-15DEED$0 / not statedTavares, Emma; Tavares, SecudinoTavares, Secundino2012031901164001
1985-09-06DEED$0 / not statedAyala, Ruben; Ayala, MariaTavares, Secundino; Tavares, EmmaFT_3440001113344
1979-01-26DEED$0 / not statedOrtiz Carmen M; Ortiz JuanAyala Maria; Ayala RubenBK_7930105000081
1967-04-12DEED$0 / not statedGiresi GiuseppeOrtiz Juan; Ortiz Carmen MBK_6730039900457
1966-08-01DEED$0 / not statedCarnese AntoniaGiresi GiuseppeBK_6630020700203

Source: ACRIS Real Property Master — dataset updated 2026-10-08, fetched 2026-10-31; ACRIS Real Property Legals — dataset updated 2026-10-08, fetched 2026-10-31; ACRIS Real Property Parties — dataset updated 2026-10-08, fetched 2026-10-31

DOB job filings 0 open of 1

A “job” is an application to the Department of Buildings to do construction work. A job marked Permitted, not signed off had a work permit issued but the city has no record of final sign-off (inspection/completion). Old jobs left in this state are common and appear in buyer and lender due diligence; the work may or may not have been done.

StatusJob #TypeFiledEst. cost
Not open
SIGNED OFF · 2003-02-26
301478808
BIS
A2 – Alteration with multiple work types (no change to use/occupancy)2002-12-30—

Source: DOB NOW: Build – Job Application Filings — dataset updated 2026-10-30, fetched 2026-10-31; DOB Job Application Filings (BIS) — dataset updated 2026-10-30, fetched 2026-10-31

Work permits 2

Individual permits issued under DOB jobs (one job can have several permits, e.g. plumbing and construction). Permit expiration alone does not mean the job was completed or signed off.

IssuedExpiresJob #WorkPermit status
2003-01-062003-04-05301478808
BIS
Equipment work / BoilerISSUED (initial)
2003-01-062003-04-05301478808
BIS
Equipment work / Fuel burningISSUED (initial)

Source: DOB NOW: Build – Approved Permits — dataset updated 2026-10-30, fetched 2026-10-31; DOB Permit Issuance (BIS) — dataset updated 2026-10-31, fetched 2026-10-31

DOB violations 2 active of 9

Violations issued by the Department of Buildings for building-code or zoning conditions. Active means DOB has not recorded the violation as resolved or dismissed. Many active DOB violations are old (e.g. elevator or boiler inspection paperwork).

StatusIssuedTypeDescriptionNumber
Active
V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVE
2018-04-06LBLVIO-LOW PRESSURE BOILER BOILER REQUIREDVIOLATION ISSUED FOR FAILURE TO FILE ANNUAL BOILER 2016 INSPECTION REPORTV040618LBLVIO12999
Active
V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVE
2011-12-13LBLVIO-LOW PRESSURE BOILER BOILER REQUIREDVIOLATION ISSUED FOR FAILURE TO FILE ANNUAL BOILER 2010 INSPECTION REPORTV121311LBLVIO12289
Resolved/dismissed
V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSED
2023-06-30LBLVIO-LOW PRESSURE BOILER BOILER REQUIREDVIOLATION ISSUED-FAILURE TO FILE 2020 EXTERNAL LOW PRESSURE INSPECTIONV*063023LBLVIO06764
Resolved/dismissed
V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSED
2023-06-30LBLVIO-LOW PRESSURE BOILER BOILER REQUIREDVIOLATION ISSUED-FAILURE TO FILE 2021 EXTERNAL LOW PRESSURE INSPECTIONV*063023LBLVIO26707
Resolved/dismissed
V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSED
2009-12-31LBLVIO-LOW PRESSURE BOILER BOILER REQUIREDV*123109LBLVIO14347
Resolved/dismissed
V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSED
2007-01-19LL6291-LOCAL LAW 62/91 - BOILERS BOILER REQUIREDV*011907LL629117982
Resolved/dismissed
V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSED
2006-01-06LL6291-LOCAL LAW 62/91 - BOILERS BOILER REQUIREDV*010606LL629117549
Resolved/dismissed
V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSED
2005-01-31LL6291-LOCAL LAW 62/91 - BOILERS BOILER REQUIREDV*013105LL629118720
Resolved/dismissed
V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSED
1995-08-29LL6291-LOCAL LAW 62/91 - BOILERS BOILER REQUIREDV*082995LL629133818

Source: DOB Violations — dataset updated 2026-10-31, fetched 2026-10-31

ECB violations (DOB) 0 active of 0

DOB violations that go to a hearing at OATH (formerly the Environmental Control Board) and can carry fines. Active means the condition has not been certified as corrected and/or the case is not resolved. A balance due is a fine the city says is unpaid.

No records found in this dataset for this lot.

Source: DOB ECB Violations — dataset updated 2026-10-31, fetched 2026-10-31

OATH tickets (all agencies) 0 unpaid of 7

Summonses heard at the Office of Administrative Trials and Hearings, from agencies like Sanitation, Buildings, Fire and Health, linked to this lot’s address. Default means the respondent did not appear at the hearing, which typically results in the maximum penalty. Tickets may be issued to tenants or businesses at the address, not just the owner. DOB ECB tickets appear here too.

StatusDateAgencyChargeRespondentImposed / paid / balanceTicket #
No balance due
HEARING COMPLETED · IN VIOLATION
2023-10-02Fire Department Of NycFIRE-RATED DOORS AND WINDOWSTAVARES FAMILY TRUST$0 / $0 / $0014085726K
No balance due
HEARING COMPLETED · IN VIOLATION
2022-06-09Fire Department Of NycRECORDKEEPINGTAVARES FAMILY TRUST$0 / $0 / $0011786058R
No balance due
PAID IN FULL · IN VIOLATION
2020-04-23Fire Department Of NycSTORAGE, ACCUMULATION AND REMOVAL OF COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL AND WASTETAVARES FAMILY TRUST RESIDENT$1,000 / $1,000 / $0011740720Z
No balance due
PAID IN FULL
2019-02-12Sanitation RecyclingRECYC PLACED FOR COLLECTION W NON-RECYC 1 TO 8 DWELLING UNITSJOSEPH TAVARES$25 / $25 / $0043293136Z
No balance due
PAID IN FULL · IN VIOLATION
2011-04-15Dep - Bureau Of Env. CompliancOPERATING EMISSION SOURCE WITH EXPIRED REGISTRATIONTAVARES$350 / $350 / —000512609R
No balance due
PAID IN FULL
2008-01-31Dos - Enforcement AgentsNON-RECYCLABLES LEFT IN RECYCLING CONTAINER FOR COLLECTIONTAVARES$25 / $25 / —042050550L
No balance due
PAID IN FULL · IN VIOLATION
2003-02-14$150 / $150 / —010816172Z

Source: OATH Hearings Division Case Status — dataset updated 2026-10-31, fetched 2026-10-31

HPD registration & contacts

Owners of most rental buildings must register with the Department of Housing Preservation and Development each year and list an owner and managing agent.

HPD building ID
227142
Last registered
2026-09-01
Registration valid until
2027-09-01 CurrentRegistrations must be renewed every year.
RoleNameCompanyBusiness city
CorporateownerTAVARES FAMILY TRUSTBrooklyn, Ny
AgentJoseph TavaresBrooklyn, Ny
HeadofficerJoseph TavaresBrooklyn, Ny
OfficerMaritza TavaresBrooklyn, Ny
SitemanagerJoseph Tavares

Source: HPD Multiple Dwelling Registrations — dataset updated 2026-10-28, fetched 2026-10-31; HPD Registration Contacts — dataset updated 2026-10-28, fetched 2026-10-31

HPD housing-code violations 1 open of 13

Violations HPD inspectors issued for conditions in residential buildings (heat, leaks, mold, pests, lead paint, etc.). Class letters show how serious: Class A – non-hazardous (HPD gives 90 days to correct); Class B – hazardous (30 days to correct); Class C – immediately hazardous (24 hours to correct for most conditions); Class I – information / order (e.g. orders to register, lead or other administrative orders). Open means HPD has not recorded the condition as corrected.

StatusClassIssuedAptCondition
Open
Not Complied With · 2026-05-20
B2009-10-01§ 27-2081 ADM CODE DISCONTINUE USE OF ROOMS FOR LIVING PURPOSES CELLAR THRU OUT.
Closed
Violation Dismissed · 2025-07-07
A2025-06-09(A) § HMC:FILE ANNUAL BEDBUG REPORT IN ACCORDANCE WITH HPD RULE AS DESCRIBED ON THE BACK OF THIS NOTICE OF VIOLATION OR AS DESCRIBED ON HPDS WEBSITE, WWW.NYC.GOV\HPD, SEARCH BED BUGS.
Closed
Violation Dismissed · 2024-04-15
A2024-04-09(A) § HMC:FILE ANNUAL BEDBUG REPORT IN ACCORDANCE WITH HPD RULE AS DESCRIBED ON THE BACK OF THIS NOTICE OF VIOLATION OR AS DESCRIBED ON HPDS WEBSITE, WWW.NYC.GOV\HPD, SEARCH BED BUGS.
Closed
Violation Dismissed · 2022-03-14
A2022-02-24(A) § HMC:FILE ANNUAL BEDBUG REPORT IN ACCORDANCE WITH HPD RULE AS DESCRIBED ON THE BACK OF THIS NOTICE OF VIOLATION OR AS DESCRIBED ON HPDS WEBSITE, WWW.NYC.GOV\HPD, SEARCH BED BUGS.
Closed
Violation Dismissed · 2021-04-26
A2021-04-08(A) § HMC:FILE ANNUAL BEDBUG REPORT IN ACCORDANCE WITH HPD RULE AS DESCRIBED ON THE BACK OF THIS NOTICE OF VIOLATION OR AS DESCRIBED ON HPDS WEBSITE, WWW.NYC.GOV\HPD, SEARCH BED BUGS.
Closed
Violation Dismissed · 2020-01-02
I2019-10-29§27-2107 ADM CODE OWNER FAILED TO FILE A VALID REGISTRATION STATEMENT WITH THE DEPARTMENT AS REQUIRED BY ADM CODE §27-2097 AND IS THEREFORE SUBJECT TO CIVIL PENALTIES, PROHIBITED FROM CERTIFYING VIOLATIONS, AND DENIED THE RIGHT TO RECOVER POSSESSION OF PREMISE
Closed
Violation Dismissed · 2018-11-02
I2018-10-16§27-2107 ADM CODE OWNER FAILED TO FILE A VALID REGISTRATION STATEMENT WITH THE DEPARTMENT AS REQUIRED BY ADM CODE §27-2097 AND IS THEREFORE SUBJECT TO CIVIL PENALTIES, PROHIBITED FROM CERTIFYING VIOLATIONS, AND DENIED THE RIGHT TO RECOVER POSSESSION OF PREMISE
Closed
Violation Closed · 2018-09-07
B2018-06-07§ 27-2040 ADM CODE PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING AT OR NEAR THE OUTSIDE OF THE FRONT ENTRANCEWAY OF THE BUILDING AND KEEP SAME BURNING FROM SUNSET EVERY DAY TO SUNRISE ON THE DAY FOLLOWING A MINIMUM OF 100 WATTS OF INCANDESCENT LIGHT REQUIRED. AT FRONT AREAWAY
Closed
Violation Dismissed · 2016-12-16
I2016-11-04§27-2107 ADM CODE OWNER FAILED TO FILE A VALID REGISTRATION STATEMENT WITH THE DEPARTMENT AS REQUIRED BY ADM CODE §27-2097 AND IS THEREFORE SUBJECT TO CIVIL PENALTIES, PROHIBITED FROM CERTIFYING VIOLATIONS, AND DENIED THE RIGHT TO RECOVER POSSESSION OF PREMISE
Closed
Violation Dismissed · 2015-11-02
I2015-10-08SECTION27-2107 ADM CODE OWNER FAILED TO FILE A VALID REGISTRATION STATEMENT WITH THE DEPARTMENT AS REQUIRED BY ADM CODE ?27-2097 AND IS THEREFORE SUBJECT TO CIVIL PENALTIES, PROHIBITED FROM CERTIFYING VIOLATIONS, AND DENIED THE RIGHT TO RECOVER POSSESSION OF P
Closed
Violation Closed · 2026-05-20
C2009-10-01D26-17.10 ADM CODE POST NOTICE, IN FORM APPROVED BY THE DEPARTMENT, STATING THE NAME AND LOCATION OF THE PERSON DESIGNATED BY THE OWNER TO HAVE KEY TO BUILDING'S HEATING SYSTEM 1 STY PUBLIC HALL & ON BOILER ROOM DOOR.
Closed
Violation Closed · 2026-05-20
C2009-10-01D26-17.10 ADM CODE PROVIDE READY ACCESS TO BUILDING'S HEATING SYSTEM CELLAR DOOR LOCKED.
Closed
Violation Closed · 2026-05-20
B2009-10-01§ 27-2040 ADM CODE PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING AT OR NEAR THE OUTSIDE OF THE FRONT ENTRANCEWAY OF THE BUILDING AND KEEP SAME BURNING FROM SUNSET EVERY DAY TO SUNRISE ON THE DAY FOLLOWING 100 WATT MINIMUM REQUIRED FIXTURE PRESENT LIGHT NOT ON

Source: HPD Housing Maintenance Code Violations — dataset updated 2026-10-31, fetched 2026-10-31

HPD complaints 0

Complaints tenants or others made to HPD (usually via 311) about housing conditions, from 2019 onward. A complaint is not a violation; HPD may inspect and issue one.

No records found in this dataset for this lot.

Source: HPD Housing Maintenance Code Complaints and Problems — dataset updated 2026-10-31, fetched 2026-10-31

311 requests (last 12 months) 5

Recent 311 service requests the city geocoded to this lot: noise, illegal parking, heat, sanitation and more. Anyone can file them, so they describe activity at or near the address, not necessarily the building itself.

OpenedAgencyComplaintStatusClosed
2026-04-19DOTStreet Condition – Rough, Pitted or Cracked RoadsClosed2026-05-13
2026-02-19DOTStreet Condition – Blocked - ConstructionClosed2026-02-20
2025-11-11DOTStreet Condition – Dumpster - Construction WasteClosed2025-11-18
2025-11-11DSNYIllegal Dumping – Removal RequestClosed2025-11-12
2025-10-31DOTSidewalk Condition – Blocked - ConstructionClosed2025-11-10

Source: 311 Service Requests from 2020 to Present — dataset updated 2026-10-31, fetched 2026-10-31

Nearby properties

On Covert St

Same tax block (3425)

All properties on Covert St · All of 11237 (Bushwick)

Data as of October 31, 2026 (cached NYC Open Data; each section shows its own dataset date). Machine-readable: /api/property/3034250012.json