988 Hart Street, Brooklyn, NY 11237
BBL 3032380014 (Block 3238, Lot 14) · BIN 3073669 · Last updated:
Summary
988 Hart Street (Brooklyn, NY 11237) is a two-family home (building class B2: two-family home, frame (wood)), built around 1925, on a 2,000 sq ft lot zoned R6. City tax records list the owner as VARGHESE ANNAMMA K. The Department of Finance's final market value for tax year 2027 is $1,417,000. As of October 31, 2026, NYC Open Data shows no open DOB jobs, active DOB/ECB violations, open HPD violations or unpaid OATH tickets for this lot. There were no 311 requests in the past 12 months and one HPD complaint since 2019.
At a glance
No open permits, active DOB/ECB violations, open HPD violations, or unpaid OATH tickets were found for this lot in the datasets checked.
Lot & building
Basic facts about the tax lot and building from the city’s PLUTO database.
- Owner (as listed by the city)
- VARGHESE ANNAMMA KThe owner name on the city’s tax records. It can lag behind recent sales and is often an LLC.
- Building class
- B2 – Two-family home, frame (wood)The Department of Finance’s category for what kind of building this is.
- Land use
- One- & two-family buildingsCity Planning’s broad category of how the lot is used.
- Year built
- 1925Often an estimate for older buildings.
- Floors
- 2
- Units
- 2 residential / 2 totalResidential units are apartments; total includes stores and offices.
- Buildings on lot
- 1
- Lot size
- 2,000 sq ft (20 ft × 100 ft)
- Building floor area
- 2,160 sq ft
- Zoning
- R6The zoning district sets what can be built and used here. Residential district.
- Built vs. allowed density (FAR)
- 1.08 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 3032380014 (Borough 3, Block 3238, Lot 14) · BIN 3073669BBL identifies the tax lot; BIN identifies each building (from DOB/HPD/footprint records).
Official lookups: DOB BIS · ZoLa (zoning map) · ACRIS
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)
- $1,417,000The 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
- $85,020The portion of market value that taxes are calculated on (capped by law for small homes).
- Taxable value (final)
- $21,238Assessed value minus any exemptions.
- Tax class
- Tax class 1 – 1–3 family homes (and some small mixed-use / vacant lots)
| Tax year | Roll | Market value | Assessed value | Tax class |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Final | $1,417,000 | $85,020 | 1 |
| 2026 | Final | $1,110,000 | $66,600 | 1 |
| 2025 | Final | $984,000 | $59,040 | 1 |
| 2024 | Final | $1,123,000 | $67,380 | 1 |
| 2023 | Final | $1,230,000 | $73,800 | 1 |
Source: DOF Property Valuation and Assessment Data — dataset updated 2026-09-14, fetched 2026-10-31
Sales & deed history 2
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.
| Date | Type | Price | Seller (grantor) | Buyer (grantee) | Doc ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990-06-21 | DEED | $0 / not stated | Zeni, Dino/Aka; Zeni, Dino M | Varghese, Annamma K | FT_3270001553227 |
| 1984-06-15 | DEED | $0 / not stated | Zeni, Ferdinando; Zeni, Carlotta | Zeni, Dino | FT_3860001027486 |
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 0
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.
No records found in this dataset for this lot.
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 0
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.
No records found in this dataset for this lot.
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 0 active of 3
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).
| Status | Issued | Type | Description | Number |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Resolved/dismissed V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSED | 2020-09-02 | AEUHAZ1-FAIL TO CERTIFY CLASS 1 NONE | FAILURE TO CERTIFY CORRECTION ON IMMEDIATELY HAZARDOUS (CLASS 1) ECB VIOLATION | V*090220AEUHAZ104005 |
| Resolved/dismissed V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSED | 2020-09-02 | AEUHAZ1-FAIL TO CERTIFY CLASS 1 NONE | FAILURE TO CERTIFY CORRECTION ON IMMEDIATELY HAZARDOUS (CLASS 1) ECB VIOLATION | V*090220AEUHAZ104006 |
| Resolved/dismissed V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSED | 2020-09-02 | AEUHAZ1-FAIL TO CERTIFY CLASS 1 NONE | FAILURE TO CERTIFY CORRECTION ON IMMEDIATELY HAZARDOUS (CLASS 1) ECB VIOLATION | V*090220AEUHAZ104007 |
Source: DOB Violations — dataset updated 2026-10-31, fetched 2026-10-31
ECB violations (DOB) 0 active of 8
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.
| Status | Issued | Severity | What it was for | Penalty / paid / balance | ECB # |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Resolved IN VIOLATION · CERTIFICATE ACCEPTED | 2021-06-11 | CLASS - 1 | FAILURE TO COMPLY W/COMMISSIONER'S ORDER CONTAINED IN SUMMONS/V35454116X ISSUED2/28/20 &TO FILE C/C PURSUANT TO28-201.1&1RCNY102-01.WORK W/OPERMIT@CELLAR LEVEL YOU MUST OBTAIN PERMIT&FILE C/C NOTE:CELLAR APT HA | $3,125 / $3,177 / $0 | 35531899H |
| Resolved IN VIOLATION · CERTIFICATE ACCEPTED | 2021-04-28 | CLASS - 1 | FAILURE TO COMPLY W/THE COMM'S ORDER CONTAINED IN SUMMONS/VIO#35454116X ISSUED ON 02/28/20 & TO FILE A CERT OF CORRECTION PURSUANT TO 28-201.1 & 1RCNY 102-01. FOR WORK W/O A PERMIT. REMEDY: COMPLY W/COMM'S ORDE | $625 / $627 / $0 | 35531055H |
| Resolved IN VIOLATION · CERTIFICATE ACCEPTED | 2020-12-30 | CLASS - 1 | FAILURE TO COMPLY W/ COMMISSIONER'S ORDER CONTAINED IN SUMMONS/VIOLATION#35454116X ISSUED 2/28/20 & TO FILE CERTIFICATE OF CORRECTION PURSUANT TO 28-201.1&1RCNY102-01 FOR WORK W/O PERMIT:NOTE NO RECORD OF PERMI | $1,250 / $1,324 / $0 | 35525583K |
| Resolved IN VIOLATION · CERTIFICATE ACCEPTED | 2020-02-28 | CLASS - 1 | I OBSERVED IN THE CELLAR AREA GAS BEING SUPPLIED TO A GAS STOVE WITHOUT ANY INSPECTIONS OR CERTIFICATION BY DOB. GAS COMPANY WAS NOTIFIED TO MAKE SAFE., FILE FOR REQUIRED PERMITS AND HAVE NECESSARY TEST AND INS | $5,000 / $5,017 / $0 | 39018597K |
| Resolved DISMISSED · N/A - DISMISSED | 2020-02-28 | CLASS - 1 | I OBSERVED IN THE CELLAR AREA ILLEGAL GAS STOVE AND 3-PIECE BATHROOM (TOILET,LAVATORY AND BATHTUB) INSTALLED WITHOUT A PERMIT. ALL THE GAS WORK AND PLUMBING WORK IS 100% COMPLETED., OBTAIN PERMIT | $0 / $0 / $0 | 39018596Z |
| Resolved IN VIOLATION · CERTIFICATE ACCEPTED | 2020-02-28 | CLASS - 1 | I OBSERVED IN THE CELLAR AREA ILLEGAL GAS STOVE AND 3-PIECE BATHROOM (TOILET,LAVATORY AND BATHTUB) INSTALLED WITHOUT A PERMIT. NO RECORDS AT DOB OF ANY TEST OR INSPECTIONS BEING PERFORMED ON THE NEW OR ALTERED | $2,500 / $2,508 / $0 | 39018595R |
| Resolved IN VIOLATION · CERTIFICATE ACCEPTED | 2020-02-28 | CLASS - 1 | WORK WITHOUT A PERMIT NOTED AT CELLAR ELEVL ERECTED FULL HEIGHT PARTITIONS TO CREATE ROOMS ALSO OBSERVED WATER & WASTE LINES FOR (3) PIECE BATHROOM (SINK,TOILET,TUB WITH SHOWER) & RESIDENTIAL SINK ALSO INSTALLE | $1,250 / $1,254 / $0 | 35454116X |
| Resolved IN VIOLATION · CERTIFICATE ACCEPTED | 2020-02-28 | CLASS - 1 | RESIDENCE CONVERTED MAINTAINED OR OCCUPIED AS A DWELLING FOR MORE THAN THE LEGALLY APPROVED NUMBER OF FAMILIES TO A FOUR FAMILY DWELLING HAS BEEN CONVERTED TO A FOUR FAMILY DWELLINGDOB OFFICIALRECORDS INDICATE | $5,000 / $5,016 / $0 | 35454117H |
Source: DOB ECB Violations — dataset updated 2026-10-31, fetched 2026-10-31
OATH tickets (all agencies) 0 unpaid of 20
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.
| Status | Date | Agency | Charge | Respondent | Imposed / paid / balance | Ticket # |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No balance due PAID IN FULL | 2025-05-03 | Sanitation Recycling | IMPROPER RECEPTACLE FAILURE TO CONTAINERIZE - RESIDENTIAL 1ST | VARGHESE ANNAMMA K | $50 / $50 / $0 | 049043415H |
| No balance due PAID IN FULL · IN VIOLATION | 2021-06-11 | Dept. Of Buildings | FAIL TO COMPLY W COMMISSIONER ORDER TO FILE CERT OF CORRECTION W DOB | ANNAMMA L. VARGHESE | $3,125 / $3,177 / $0 | 035531899H |
| No balance due PAID IN FULL · IN VIOLATION | 2021-04-28 | Dept. Of Buildings | UNLAWFUL ACTS.FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH AN ORDER OF THE COMMISSIONER | ANNAMMA K VARGHESE | $625 / $627 / $0 | 035531055H |
| No balance due PAID IN FULL · IN VIOLATION | 2020-12-30 | Dept. Of Buildings | FAIL TO COMPLY W COMMISSIONER ORDER TO FILE CERT OF CORRECTION W DOB | ANNAMMA K VARGHESE | $1,250 / $1,324 / $0 | 035525583K |
| No balance due PAID IN FULL · IN VIOLATION | 2020-02-28 | Dept. Of Buildings | WORK WITHOUT A PERMIT | ANNAMA K VARGHESE | $1,250 / $1,254 / $0 | 035454116X |
| No balance due PAID IN FULL · IN VIOLATION | 2020-02-28 | Dept. Of Buildings | RESIDENCE ALTERED FROM TWO TO FOUR FAMILY | ANNAMMA K VARGHESE | $5,000 / $5,016 / $0 | 035454117H |
| No balance due PAID IN FULL · IN VIOLATION | 2020-02-28 | Dept. Of Buildings | FAILURE TO HAVE NEW OR ALTERED PLUMBING SYSTEM TESTED | VARGHESE ANNAMMA K | $2,500 / $2,508 / $0 | 039018595R |
| No balance due HEARING COMPLETED · DISMISSED | 2020-02-28 | Dept. Of Buildings | WORK WITHOUT A PERMIT | VARGHESE ANNAMMA K | $0 / $0 / $0 | 039018596Z |
| No balance due PAID IN FULL · IN VIOLATION | 2020-02-28 | Dept. Of Buildings | GAS BEING SUPPLIED TO BLDG W O INSPECTION CERTIFICATION BY DOB | VARGHESE ANNAMMA K | $5,000 / $5,017 / $0 | 039018597K |
| No balance due PAID IN FULL | 2018-08-14 | Dos - Enforcement Agents | DIRTY SIDEWALK DIRTY AREA | VARGHESE | $100 / $100 / $0 | 042069249M |
| No balance due PAID IN FULL | 2018-05-01 | Dos - Enforcement Agents | RECYC PLACED FOR COLLECTION W NON-RECYC 1 TO 8 DWELLING UNITS | VARGHESE | $25 / $25 / $0 | 043957205M |
| No balance due PAID IN FULL | 2017-01-24 | Sanitation Dept | RECYC PLACED FOR COLLECTION W NON-RECYC 1 TO 8 DWELLING UNITS | VARGHESE | $25 / $25 / — | 041319242M |
Showing 12 of 20 records. See the source dataset for the full list.
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.
No HPD registration found. Registration is required for buildings with 3 or more apartments (and for 1–2 family homes where neither the owner nor family lives there).
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 0 open of 0
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.
No records found in this dataset for this lot.
Source: HPD Housing Maintenance Code Violations — dataset updated 2026-10-31, fetched 2026-10-31
HPD complaints 1
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.
| Received | Status | Apt | Problem(s) | Outcome |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010-02-04 | CLOSE | 1FL | Heating – Heat Related | The Department of Housing Preservation and Development responded to a complaint of no heat or hot water and was advised by a tenant in the building that heat and hot water had been restored. If the co |
Source: HPD Housing Maintenance Code Complaints and Problems — dataset updated 2026-10-31, fetched 2026-10-31
311 requests (last 12 months) 0
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.
No records found in this dataset for this lot.
Source: 311 Service Requests from 2020 to Present — dataset updated 2026-10-31, fetched 2026-10-31
Nearby properties
On Hart St
- 984 Hart Street
- 985 Hart Street (48 open items)
- 986 Hart Street (three open items)
- 987 Hart Street
- 989 Hart Street
- 990 Hart Street (three open items)
- 991 Hart Street (two open items)
- 992 Hart Street
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- 1623 Dekalb Avenue (eight open items)
- 1627 Dekalb Avenue (three open items)
- 1629 Dekalb Avenue (two open items)
- 1631 Dekalb Avenue (one open item)
- 1633 Dekalb Avenue (16 open items)
- 1635 Dekalb Avenue
- 1637 Dekalb Avenue (one open item)
- 1639 Dekalb Avenue
Data as of October 31, 2026 (cached NYC Open Data; each section shows its own dataset date). Machine-readable: /api/property/3032380014.json