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177 Columbia Heights

Brooklyn, NY 11201BBL 3-00234-0019Map

Owner of record: 177 Columbia Owners Corp

177 Columbia Heights is a walk-up apartment building built in 1879 in Brooklyn, 11201. It has 29 residential units across 5 floors. The owner of record is 177 Columbia Owners Corp. HPD has recorded 57 housing violations here, most recently on February 23, 2022. 42 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
57
DOB violations
3
ECB violations
8
HPD complaints
6

What to know

Concern
2 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation Feb 23, 2022

Date of the most recent HPD inspection that found a problem.

Good
No unpaid ECB fines

No balance due on recent ECB violations.

Rent stabilization

No rent-stabilized units in 2018–2024 tax bills

Some apartments can still be regulated. Use the rent-stabilized checker or request the rent history from HCR.

Violations

Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.

HPD housing violations · 57

  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Feb 23, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • I

    And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.

    Feb 23, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • I

    And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.

    Oct 16, 2018

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing located at apt 21, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    May 30, 2018 · Apt 21

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing located at apt 21, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    May 30, 2018 · Apt 21

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tiles at west wall in the bathroom located at apt 21, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    May 30, 2018 · Apt 21

    Closed — Violation closed
  • I

    And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.

    Oct 19, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • I

    And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.

    Oct 8, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of painted sprinkler heads. (1)2nd story public hall (1)3rd story public hall

    May 20, 2002

    Open — Certification postponment denied
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of painted sprinkler head. (1)4th story p/h

    May 20, 2002

    Open — Certification postponment denied
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  • C

    Remove the illegal fastening double cylinder key operated lock installed at gate rear yard to front room 1 sty east rear apt 3. , section '' ''

    Nov 24, 1989 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Replace with new the missing handle control knob radiator 1 sty east rear apt 3 front room. , section '' ''

    Nov 24, 1989 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations missing 1 sty east rear apt 3. , section '' ''

    Nov 24, 1989 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system cellar door locked.

    Nov 8, 1989

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code replace with new the missing baluster intermediate landing basement to 1 sty public hall steps 3 up 3 & 4 sty public hall.

    Jun 7, 1989

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color walls 3 sty southwest apt 31 bathroom. located at apt 31

    Jun 7, 1989 · Apt 31

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling 3 sty southwest apt 31 center room. located at apt 31

    Jun 7, 1989 · Apt 31

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code and dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes 2 3 & 4 sty rear party wall balconies fire escape.

    Jun 7, 1989

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code arrange and make self-closing the doors main entrance 1 sty southwest apt 4. located at apt 4

    May 28, 1987 · Apt 4

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair the broken or defective inoperable bottom window sash at west wall west room 3 sty northwest apt 31. located at apt 31

    May 28, 1987 · Apt 31

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code & 309 m/d law abate the nuisance consisting of double cylinder key operated lock 1 sty southwest apt 4 main entrance door. located at apt 4

    May 28, 1987 · Apt 4

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from at least 1 window or provide approved type gate 1 sty southwest apt 4. located at apt 4

    May 28, 1987 · Apt 4

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective metal ceiling west front cellar.

    May 28, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code & 309 m/d law abate the nuisance consisting of exposed electrical wire ceiling light fixture 1 sty northeast apt 2 kitchen. located at apt 2

    May 28, 1987 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code arrange and make self-closing the doors main entrance 2 sty northeast apt 12. located at apt 12

    May 28, 1987 · Apt 12

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code refit door main entrance 2 sty northeast apt 12. located at apt 12

    May 28, 1987 · Apt 12

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color walls & ceiling bathroom clothes closet foyer 2 sty northeast apt 12. located at apt 12

    May 28, 1987 · Apt 12

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-20.05 adm code provide a lock and key to the entrance door of dwelling unit and, if a cl a multiple dwelling, also chain door guard missing 3 sty northwest apt 31. located at apt 31

    May 28, 1987 · Apt 31

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair the broken or defective inoperable windows southwest 2 sty apt 14. located at apt 14

    May 28, 1987 · Apt 14

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tiles floor 3 sty southeast apt 33 bathroom. located at apt 33

    May 28, 1987 · Apt 33

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code replace with new the missing locking device main entrance door 3 sty southeast apt 33. located at apt 33

    May 28, 1987 · Apt 33

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair the broken or defective electrical wall outlet south wall 3 sty northeast apt 22. located at apt 22

    May 28, 1987 · Apt 22

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code & 309 m/d law abate the nuisance consisting of no bracket to support air condition northeast window 3 sty northeast apt 22. located at apt 22

    May 28, 1987 · Apt 22

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color walls ceiling & foyer 2 sty northwest apt 11 bathroom. located at apt 11

    May 28, 1987 · Apt 11

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-20.08,20.09 adm code provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations missing 2 sty northwest apt 11. located at apt 11

    May 28, 1987 · Apt 11

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code arrange and make self-closing the doors main entrance 2 sty northwest apt 11. located at apt 11

    May 28, 1987 · Apt 11

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code arrange and make self-closing the doors main entrance 1 sty northeast apt 2. located at apt 2

    May 28, 1987 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code & 309 m/d law abate the nuisance consisting of double cylinder key operated lock main entrance door 2 sty southwest apt 14. located at apt 14

    May 28, 1987 · Apt 14

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling thru out 4 sty east apt 33. , section '' ''

    May 28, 1987 · Apt 33

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-20.08,20.09 adm code provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations missing 4 sty northeast apt 42. , section '' ''

    Feb 13, 1987 · Apt 42

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-20.08,20.09 adm code provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations missing 4 sty northwest apt 41. located at apt 41

    Feb 13, 1987 · Apt 41

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair the broken or defective upper & lower window sash 4 sty northeast at 44 thru out.

    Feb 3, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-12.01 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department walls & ceilings thruo ut 2 sty northwest apt 21. located at apt 21

    Feb 3, 1987 · Apt 21

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair the broken or defective unoperable lower sash south window 3 sty apt 32 center room. located at apt 32

    Feb 3, 1987 · Apt 32

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-12.01 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceilings 3 sty northwest apt 32 thru out. located at apt 32

    Feb 3, 1987 · Apt 32

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-12.01 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceilings 4 sty northeast apt 44. located at apt 44

    Feb 3, 1987 · Apt 44

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-20.08 adm code repair or replace the smoke detector defective 4 sty northeast apt 44 kolb. located at apt 44

    Feb 3, 1987 · Apt 44

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code refit door rear basement apt 2. located at apt 2

    Jan 26, 1987 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code arrange and make self-closing the doors entrance 3 sty east apt 33. located at apt 33

    Jan 26, 1987 · Apt 33

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair the broken or defective window sashes thru out 3 sty east apt 33. located at apt 33

    Jan 26, 1987 · Apt 33

    Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 3

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Lblvio-low pressure boiler boiler required

    Dec 31, 2009

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 3, 2008

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 27, 2001

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 8

  • Class - 1

    At time of inspection on a 5 story building i observed no compliance for previously issued violation 39509063m issued on 11/14/22 for no sidewalk shed and supported scaffolding permit on file while equipment re

    Jan 23, 2023

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    At time of inspection observed at exp#1 erected pipe scaffold on top of sidewalk shed, exceeding 40 feet in height, upon checking the buildings department records, no approved permit on file. erected supported

    Dec 15, 2022

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Class 1 violation #39506310k was issued on 09.06.2022 for erected supported scaffold at exp1 without permit. at the time of inspection, no permit was obtained for the scaffold. owner failed to comply with commi

    Nov 14, 2022

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    At time of inspection of residential 5 story building inactive job site observed sidewalk shed erected at exp1, upon review dob records observed no permit were issued for sidewalk shed installationstop all exte

    Sep 7, 2022

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    At time of inspection observed erected supported scaffold approximately 50 feet with no permits on file in buildings department records.obtain permit

    Sep 6, 2022

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    At time of inspection of a supported scaffold approximately 50 feet high , observed that no permit was obtained for thiserection ecb violation served.discontinue all use and obtain permit.

    Jun 28, 2022 · Penalty $5,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to obtain a temporary construction permit prior to installation/use of temporary construction equipment.at time of inspection observed no permit was obtained for installation.remedy:obtain temp construc

    Jun 28, 2022

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    At time of inspection of a sws while responding to a complaint observed shed erections were without a permit . this creates an unsafe violating condition for members of the public using unsafe sws. obtain sws

    Jun 28, 2022 · Penalty $1,250

    Active

Complaints

  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Feb 26, 2020 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    May 19, 2018 · Apt 21

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 29, 2017 · Apt 21

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Dec 3, 2007 · Apt 42

    Close
  • Appliance

    Sprinker cert

    Jul 26, 2004

    Close
  • Appliance

    Sprinker cert

    Jul 26, 2004

    Close

Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

Sales come from the NYC Department of Finance rolling sales file.

Building details

Building type
Walk-up apartment building (C6)
Year built
1879
Floors
5
Residential units
29
Building area
16,250 ft²
Lot area
5,050 ft²
Zoning
R6
Community board
302
Council district
33
Block / lot
234 / 19
Assessed value
$1,570,500
Landmark / historic district
Brooklyn Heights Historic District

HPD registration #338619, last renewed Aug 13, 2025.

Questions about 177 Columbia Heights

Who owns 177 Columbia Heights?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 177 Columbia Owners Corp.

Does 177 Columbia Heights have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 57 housing violations at this property.

Is 177 Columbia Heights rent stabilized?

No rent-stabilized units appear in its 2018–2024 tax bills. Individual apartments can still be regulated, so request the rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal if unsure.

When was 177 Columbia Heights built?

City records list 1879 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 177 Columbia Heights?

It has 29 residential units.

Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.