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481 Hicks Street

Brooklyn, NY 11231BBL 3-00321-0021Map

Owner of record: Brooklyn Shg 1 LLC

481 Hicks Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1920 in Brooklyn, 11231. It has 8 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is Brooklyn Shg 1 LLC. HPD has recorded 44 housing violations here, most recently on May 4, 2026. 7 of the 44 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 8 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2020.

HPD violations
44
DOB violations
15
ECB violations
2
HPD complaints
18

What to know

Concern
1 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation May 4, 2026

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

Rent-stabilized units in 2020
8
About 100% of the building's 8 apartments

Counts come from owners' rent-stabilization filings shown on NYC Department of Finance tax bills, as extracted by JustFix. They tell you a building has stabilized apartments, not which ones.

Stabilized units by tax-bill year

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Violations

Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.

HPD housing violations · 44

  • 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.

    May 4, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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.

    Nov 20, 2025

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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.

    Jun 9, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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.

    Nov 29, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tiles at south wall in the bathroom located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jun 20, 2024 · Apt 2L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective spring balance at lower sash at 1st window from east at south in the 4th room from north located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jun 20, 2024 · Apt 2L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tiles at floor , missing at vestibule at public hall, 1st story

    Jun 20, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Mar 6, 2024 · Apt 2L

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • B

    Remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the construction garbage at front yard

    May 2, 2022

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing the doors that is missing or defective leading to east yard at public hall, 1st story

    May 2, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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  • B

    Fire egress defective. make stationary the iron ladder leading to scuttle opening in roof .. at public hall, 4th story

    May 2, 2022

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approximately 1 square foot at ceramic floor tiles in showerstall in the bathroom located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Aug 12, 2021 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Aug 12, 2021 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approximately 1 square foot at ceramic floor tiles in showerstall in the bathroom located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south original violation 14497433 issued 12-aug-21 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code §27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).

    Aug 12, 2021 · Apt 2R

    Open — Defect letter issued
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department south balustrade in public hall stairs at cellar

    Aug 12, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at south balustrade in public hall stairs at cellar

    Aug 12, 2021

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approximately 1 square foot ,at ceiling at public hall, 1st story, section at east

    Aug 12, 2021

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak above ceiling at cellar

    Aug 12, 2021

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling at cellar

    Aug 12, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective concrete floor at vestibule at public hall, 1st story

    Aug 12, 2021

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at ceiling at cellar

    Aug 12, 2021

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Aug 12, 2021 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of key operated lock installed on entrance door at room with the fire escape window in the 1st room from east located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Aug 12, 2021 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak above ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Aug 12, 2021 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Aug 12, 2021 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approximately 1 square foot ,at ceiling at public hall, 1st story, section at east original violation 14497567 issued 12-aug-21 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code §27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).

    Aug 12, 2021

    Open — Defect letter issued
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling and west wall at public hall, 1st story

    Jul 23, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at the ceiling at public hall, 1st story

    Jul 10, 2021

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling at public hall, 1st story

    Jul 10, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint or post a sign indicating floors at public halls, all stories

    Jul 10, 2021

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Post, in a form approved by the commissioner, and maintain a notice in a common area of the building regarding the procedures that should be followed when a gas leak is suspected

    Jul 10, 2021

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Post notice, in form approved by the department, stating the name and location of the person designated by the owner to have key to buildings heating system at public hall, 1st story

    Jul 10, 2021

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box at public hall, 1st story

    Jul 10, 2021

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Post and maintain a proper notice on wall of the entrance story in english and spanish on the availability of the agencys housing information guide. a sample notice can be found at www.nyc.gov/hpd. at public hall, 1st story

    Jul 10, 2021

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    § 329, m/d law and dept. rules and regs. provide a completed certificate of inspection visits in a proper frame at or near mailboxes, bottom edge of frame between 48-62 inches above floor at public hall, 1st story

    Jul 10, 2021

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at the ceiling at public hall, 1st story

    Jul 10, 2021

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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.

    Apr 9, 2021

    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 30, 2019

    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.

    Nov 24, 2017

    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.

    Nov 9, 2016

    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 9, 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.

    Feb 20, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of excessive storage causing hazardous condition 3 sty north apt 3l. , section '' ''

    Jul 15, 1987 · Apt 3L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair the broken or defective stove door 3 sty northeast apt.

    Jul 15, 1987

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 15

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2020 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 30, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2021 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 30, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2018 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 20, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2019 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 20, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2022 external low pressure inspection

    Apr 25, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Plumbing none

    Access to premises to inspect approved work at above address under job #340480401 denied. inspection time 09:15am at above date. need access to verify work. provide access to department personnel

    Nov 22, 2017

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2014 inspection report

    Oct 1, 2015

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2012 inspection report

    May 15, 2014

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2011 inspection report

    Mar 1, 2013

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2010 inspection report

    Dec 13, 2011

    Dob violation - active
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  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Lblvio-low pressure boiler boiler required

    Dec 31, 2009

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 1, 2009

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 19, 2007

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 7, 2000

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Aug 29, 1995

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 2

  • Class - 1

    Filed a certificate,form,application etc.containing a material false statement.at time of inspection i observed that instead of bathtub shower was installed.master plumber#1223 passed all plumbing inspection al

    Dec 15, 2017 · Penalty $4,800

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Work does not conform to approved construction documents and or approved amendments.at time of inspection i observed that instead of bathtub,shower was installe-job#340480401.photos taken.rem:conform work to ap

    Dec 15, 2017 · Penalty $250

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jun 19, 2024 · Apt 2L

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Feb 20, 2024 · Apt 2L

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Aug 10, 2021 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Aug 10, 2021 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Aug 10, 2021 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Aug 10, 2021 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Aug 10, 2021 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Aug 10, 2021 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Aug 10, 2021 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Jul 21, 2021 · Apt 7R

    Close
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  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Jul 21, 2021 · Apt 7R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Jul 1, 2021 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Jul 1, 2021 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jul 1, 2021 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Jul 1, 2021 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jul 1, 2021 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Jul 1, 2021 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 9, 2007 · Apt 8

    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 (C1)
Year built
1920
Floors
4
Residential units
8
Building area
5,824 ft²
Lot area
2,301 ft²
Zoning
R6
Community board
306
Council district
39
Block / lot
321 / 21
Assessed value
$1,449,900
Landmark / historic district
Cobble Hill Historic District

HPD registration #335549, last renewed Aug 3, 2023.

Questions about 481 Hicks Street

Who owns 481 Hicks Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Brooklyn Shg 1 LLC.

Does 481 Hicks Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 44 housing violations at this property.

Is 481 Hicks Street rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 8 rent-stabilized units here in 2020 (about 100% of its 8 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 481 Hicks Street built?

City records list 1920 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 481 Hicks Street?

It has 8 residential units.

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