68 Downing Street, Brooklyn
Three-family · built c. 1871 · Block 1982, Lot 60.
Building permits
- Alteration, filed Jun 5, 2025, estimated cost $5K, described as “Proposed installation of temporary pipe scaffold as per plans. Work shall comply with chapter #33 of the NYC building code. No change in use, occupancy, or egress under this application.”
- Alteration, filed Jun 27, 2022, estimated cost $5K, described as “Installation of 300PSF sidewalk shed and pipe scaffolding as per plans, all equipment shall comply with chapter # 33 of the NYC code 2014, no changes in use egress or occupancy under this application.”
Property taxes
- Assessment
- $181,680
- 2026–27 tax
- $7,499
- Market value (city estimate)
- $3,028,000
- Taxable value
- $37,790
- Assessed land
- $35,940
- Assessed improvements
- $145,740
Zoning
R6B: floor area ratio 1.77 built, 2.00 allowed by base zoning.
Flood zone
Current FEMA flood map: zone X, minimal flood hazard.
Landmarks
Part of Clinton Hill Historic District (Historic District). 2 Landmarks Preservation Commission permits are on file.