# 285 Lefferts Avenue, Brooklyn

Single family · built c. 1905 · Block 1320, Lot 59.

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On Umarelli: https://umarelli.org/nyc/3013200059/285-lefferts-avenue

More construction in Prospect Lefferts Gardens: https://umarelli.org/nyc/brooklyn/prospect-lefferts-gardens.md

Every lot on block 1320: https://umarelli.org/nyc/brooklyn/1320.md

## Building permits

- Alteration, filed May 30, 2025, estimated cost $49K, described as “Installation of solar PV system. No change to use, egress, or occupancy”

## Property taxes

- Assessment: $124,440
- 2026–27 tax: $5,716
- Assessed land: $7,500
- Assessed improvements: $116,940

## Zoning

R7-1: floor area ratio 1.57 built, 3.44 allowed by base zoning.

## Flood zone

Current FEMA flood map: zone X, minimal flood hazard.

## Landmarks

Part of Prospect Lefferts Gardens Historic District (Historic District). 6 Landmarks Preservation Commission permits are on file.

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