1620 Caton Avenue, Brooklyn
Apartment building · 31 units · built c. 1936 · Block 5077, Lot 6.
Building permits
- Alteration, filed Aug 26, 2024, estimated cost $215K, described as “Facade repair work to include parapet replacement, lintel replacement. Work as per plans. No change in use, egress or occupancy under this application.”
- Alteration, filed Aug 2, 2024, estimated cost $15K, described as “Installation of 300PSF sidewalk shed and pipe scaffolding as per plans. All equipment shall comply with ch #33 of the NYC code 2022. No change in use, occupancy or egress under this application.”
Property taxes
- Assessment
- $1,511,100
- 2026–27 tax
- $25,769
- Market value (city estimate)
- $3,358,000
- Taxable value
- $236,670
- Assessed land
- $64,800
- Assessed improvements
- $1,446,300
Tax breaks
- J-51 exemption, through Jun 30, 2049, about $155,298 a year below the full tax.
- J-51 abatement, through Dec 31, 2037, a $3,670 credit this tax year.
Zoning
R7A: floor area ratio 5.13 built, above the 4.00 base zoning allows, which bonuses, transfers or older rules can permit.
Flood zone
Current FEMA flood map: zone X, minimal flood hazard.