231 Smith Street
Brooklyn, NY 11231BBL 3-00409-0006Map
Owner of record: 231 Smith St Realty LLC
231 Smith Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1931 in Brooklyn, 11231. It has 10 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is 231 Smith St Realty LLC. HPD has recorded 49 housing violations here, most recently on May 5, 2026. 30 of the 49 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 5 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.
- HPD violations
- 49
- DOB violations
- 4
- ECB violations
- 1
- HPD complaints
- 20
What to know
Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.
Date of the most recent HPD inspection that found a problem.
No balance due on recent ECB violations.
Rent stabilization
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.
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Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 49
- ANon-hazardous
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 5, 2026
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
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 11, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed - IInformation / order
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 22, 2023
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
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.
Mar 24, 2023
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
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.
Mar 2, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
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
Jan 5, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
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
Jan 5, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Post sign on wall of entrance story bearing name, address including apartment number if any, and telephone number of superintendent, janitor or housekeeper. at public hall, 1st story
Jan 5, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Post a proper notice of carbon monoxide detecting device requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, in a common area of a class a multiple dwelling near inspection certificate or provide notice to tenants in a private dwelling.
Jan 5, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
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
Jan 5, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed
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- BHazardous
And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes consisting of household items on 3rd story balcony, building front at fire escape
Jan 5, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
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 13, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed - IInformation / order
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.
Apr 13, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed - IInformation / order
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 31, 2019
Closed — Violation dismissed - IInformation / order
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, 2018
Closed — Violation dismissed - IInformation / order
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, 2017
Closed — Violation dismissed - IInformation / order
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 15, 2016
Closed — Violation dismissed - IInformation / order
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 14, 2015
Closed — Violation dismissed - IInformation / order
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 24, 2015
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes at bldg. front 2 sty.
Apr 12, 2011
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Remove the illegal fastening consisting of double cylinder keyed lock at entry door to bldg. , 1st story
Apr 12, 2011
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Remove the illegal fastening double cylinder key operated lock installed at street entrance door , 1st story
Jan 15, 2011
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from window to fire escape or provide approved type gate 3 sty northeast apt 5. , section '' ''
Feb 3, 1988 · Apt 5
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector defective 4 sty northeast apt 8 oshima. located at apt 8
Feb 3, 1988 · Apt 8
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
D26-10.01 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling 3 sty north apt 5 private hall. , section '' ''
Feb 3, 1988 · Apt 5
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Replace with new the missing knob door vestibule to 1 sty public hall.
Feb 3, 1988
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color wall under sink 3 sty northeast apt 5 kitchen. located at apt 5
Feb 3, 1988 · Apt 5
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets washbasin 4 sty northeast apt 8 bathroom. , section '' ''
Feb 3, 1988 · Apt 8
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
D26-10.01 adm code & 309 m/d law abate the nuisance consisting of concealed water leak ceiling 3 sty north apt 5 bathroom. , section '' ''
Feb 3, 1988 · Apt 5
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
D26-10.01 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective tile wall 3 sty apt 5 bathroom. , section '' ''
Feb 3, 1988 · Apt 5
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective mortise lock entrance door 4 sty northeast apt 8. , section '' ''
Feb 3, 1988 · Apt 8
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Refit door 4 sty northeast apt 8 bathroom. , section '' ''
Feb 3, 1988 · Apt 8
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Replace with new the missing grout around bathtub 4 sty northeast apt 8 bathroom. , section '' ''
Feb 3, 1988 · Apt 8
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Arrange and make self-closing the doors entrance 4 sty northeast apt 8. , section '' ''
Feb 3, 1988 · Apt 8
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
D26-10.01 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color walls & ceilings 2 sty north apt 5 kitchen. , section '' ''
Feb 3, 1988 · Apt 5
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department walls & ceilings 3 sty northeast apt 5 thru out. located at apt 5
Feb 3, 1988 · Apt 5
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Refit door entrance 4 sty northeast apt 8. , section '' ''
Feb 3, 1988 · Apt 8
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Properly secure the loose ceiling light fixture 4 sty northeast apt 8 private hall. , section '' ''
Feb 3, 1988 · Apt 8
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
D26-10.01 adm code provide fire proof self closing door boiler room cellar rear.
Jan 25, 1988
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Install and maintain sufficient light or lights of at least 100 watts incandescent or equivalent each, to light adequately from sunset to sunrise the ear yard.
Jan 25, 1988
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
D26-17.10 adm code post notice, in form approved by the department, stating the name and location of the person designated by the owner to have key to building's heating system 1 sty public hall & on boiler room door.
Jan 25, 1988
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
D26-10.01 adm code refit door bulkhead to roof.
Jan 25, 1988
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
D26-10.01 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceiling boiler room 26 gauge metal cellar rear.
Jan 25, 1988
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
D26-10.01 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective plaster board clg cellar.
Jan 25, 1988
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
D26-17.10 adm code post notice, in form approved by the department, stating the name and location of the person designated by the owner to have key to building's heating system 1 sty pub hall.
Jan 25, 1988
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code arrange and make self-closing the doors public hall bulkhead to roof.
Jan 25, 1988
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code arrange and make self-closing the doors entrance 5 sty north apt 5. located at apt 5
Jan 25, 1988 · Apt 5
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code arrange and make self-closing the doors public hall bulkhead to roof.
Jan 25, 1988
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Fire escape defective. adjust the dropladder so that it will slide easily in the guide rods rear.
Jan 25, 1988
Open — Nov sent out
DOB building violations · 4
- Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2018 external low pressure inspection
Jun 20, 2023
Dob violation - active - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jun 1, 1994
Dob violation - active - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Aug 16, 1993
Dob violation - active - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jun 1, 1993
Dob violation - active
ECB violations · 1
- Non-hazardous
Work without a permit.work noted construction of deck at rear of property approx 8'x8' & department of building records indicated no permit was issued for the deck.remedy:obtain valid permit or restore to legal
Apr 13, 2001 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve
Complaints
- Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 30, 2022 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 4, 2022 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heating
Heat related
Apr 10, 2011 · Apt 2
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 22, 2011 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 12, 2011 · Apt 7
Close - Heating
Heat related
Nov 2, 2007 · Apt 9
Close - Heating
Heat related
Oct 29, 2007 · Apt 9
Close - General
Locks
Jun 9, 2005 · Apt 1FL
Close - Electric
Lighting
Jun 9, 2005 · Apt 1FL
Close - Nonconst
Rubbish
Jun 9, 2005 · Apt 1FL
Close
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- Nonconst
Rubbish
Jun 9, 2005 · Apt 1FL
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Jun 9, 2005 · Apt 1FL
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Jun 9, 2005 · Apt 1FL
Close - Nonconst
Rubbish
Jun 9, 2005 · Apt 1FL
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Dec 15, 2004 · Apt BLDG
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Dec 15, 2004 · Apt BLDG
Close - General
Mailbox
Dec 15, 2004 · Apt BLDG
Close - Nonconst
Rubbish
Dec 15, 2004 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 15, 2004 · Apt BLDG
Close - General
Doors
Dec 15, 2004 · Apt BLDG
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C7)
- Year built
- 1931
- Floors
- 4
- Residential units
- 10
- Building area
- 7,500 ft²
- Lot area
- 2,500 ft²
- Zoning
- R6B
- Community board
- 306
- Council district
- 39
- Block / lot
- 409 / 6
- Assessed value
- $673,650
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #342210, last renewed Aug 31, 2025.
Questions about 231 Smith Street
Who owns 231 Smith Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 231 Smith St Realty LLC.
Does 231 Smith Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 49 housing violations at this property.
Is 231 Smith Street rent stabilized?
NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 5 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 50% of its 10 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.
When was 231 Smith Street built?
City records list 1931 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 231 Smith Street?
It has 10 residential units and 11 units in total.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.