2481 Mcdonald Avenue, Brooklyn
Two-family with store · built c. 1931 · Block 7173, Lot 75.
Building permits
- Alteration, filed Sep 23, 2025, estimated cost $1K, described as “Installation of 300 psf sidewalk shed and construction fence as per plans. All equipment shall comply with chapter # 33 of the NYC code 2022, no changes in use egress or occupancy under this application.”
- Demolition, filed Jul 14, 2025, estimated cost $38K, described as “Full demolition of one story structure, using hand held and mechanical means”
- Demolition, filed Jul 14, 2025, estimated cost $38K, described as “Full demolition of two story structure using hand held and mechanical to assist on grade”
- Alteration, filed Jun 3, 2025, described as “BESS installation as shown on plans filed herewith. No change in use, egress, or occupancy. ALT GC-EESE filed in conjunction with ALT-CO application #B01030570-I1.”
- Alteration, filed Oct 17, 2024, estimated cost $250K, described as “General construction for installation of battery energy storage system and associated equipment in OSP.”
Property taxes
- Assessment
- $90,600
- 2026–27 tax
- $8,486
- Market value (city estimate)
- $1,510,000
- Taxable value
- $42,768
- Assessed land
- $18,540
- Assessed improvements
- $72,060
Zoning
M1-1: floor area ratio 0.45 built, 1.00 allowed by base zoning.
Flood zone
Current FEMA flood map: zone X, minimal flood hazard.
In the news
Board Votes No on Gravesend Battery Storage Plan During Heated Meeting, Brownstoner, May 8, 2025.