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252 Smith Street

Brooklyn, NY 11231BBL 3-00414-0039Map

Owner of record: Holy Family Holdings, LLC

252 Smith Street is a mixed residential and retail building built in 1900 in Brooklyn, 11231. It has 2 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is Holy Family Holdings, LLC. HPD has recorded 20 housing violations here, most recently on November 22, 2023.

HPD violations
20
DOB violations
9
ECB violations
8
HPD complaints
4

What to know

Good
No open Class C

No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.

Good
Last violation Nov 22, 2023

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 · 20

  • 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 22, 2023

    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.

    Mar 2, 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 19, 2018

    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 24, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Make safe by properly repairing the structural defect collapsed brick chimney stack at roof west

    Apr 27, 2007

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Make safe by properly repairing the structural defect brick chemney stack in danger of collapsing roof east

    Apr 27, 2007

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Make safe by properly repairing the structural defect roof sagging indanger of collapsing at rear

    Apr 27, 2007

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling 2nd story east apt. 2r

    Apr 27, 2007

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective sagging defective wood floor kitchen 2nd story east apt. 2r

    Apr 27, 2007

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of cascading water leak ceiling 3rd story public hall

    Apr 27, 2007

    Closed — Violation closed
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  • C

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceiling at public hall, 3rd story

    Apr 27, 2007

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace with new the missing balusters all storys at public hall

    Apr 27, 2007

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Properly secure the loose balustrade all storys at public hall

    Apr 27, 2007

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Make safe by properly repairing the structural defect bulging plaster ceiling and supporting wood beam removed at rear at cellar

    Apr 27, 2007

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the .. at cellar

    Apr 27, 2007

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the rear yard

    Apr 27, 2007

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code properly secure the loose wood balustrade all stys public halls & stairs.

    May 16, 1988

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code properly secure the loose 1 tread up from 2 to 3 sty public hall stair.

    May 16, 1988

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code remove all encumbrances consisting of household items old wood etc 3 ty public hall.

    May 16, 1988

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-20.07 adm code arrange and make self-closing the doors entrance 2 sty north apt 2r.

    May 16, 1988

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 9

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2010 inspection report

    Dec 13, 2011

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Lblvio-low pressure boiler boiler required

    Dec 31, 2009

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    Stop all work and contact the dob

    Jul 22, 2009

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Apr 1, 2009

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Feb 25, 2009

    Vw*-violation - work w/o permit dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Apr 26, 2007

    Vpw-violation unserved ecb-work without permit-active
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Apr 26, 2007

    Vp-violation unserved ecb-active
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Apr 26, 2007

    Vp-violation unserved ecb-active
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Oct 13, 1992

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 8

  • Class - 2

    For faiure to conduct or file final inspection of permitted work with the department:at time of inspection observed job not signed off as per dob requirement for permit. job# 310302473 expired on 04/01/2020. an

    Jul 31, 2024 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by c of o & dob records class a aptcreated at cellar fixtures present.remedy:restore premises to legal o ccupancy.

    Apr 27, 2007 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to maintainn fire stopping where required noted:section of boiler room ceiling & cellar ceiling of a mix use bldg has holes & missing fire stopping( e.g. fire code sheetrock) remedy: repair & maintain

    Apr 26, 2007 · Penalty $350

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Work w/o a permit work noted:at 2nd fl apt gas pipe disconnected w/o capping & demo of kitchen area,removal of partition,plumbing pie & wallstuds exposed.remedy: obtain a permit if feasible ore restore to prior

    Apr 26, 2007 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain bldg noted:defect shaft section of chimmney 4ft w by 18 in depth & 4ft h has collasped at rear section of bldg roof level.impact has caused 3 ceiling wood joists at 3rd fl to crack & various

    Apr 26, 2007 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain building noted:at premises debris & trash piled upat cellar & rear yard uncontained.creating a haz. condition for occupant. remedy : maintain bldg forthwith

    Apr 26, 2007

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work without a permit work noted erected an awning at first story front. remedy: obtain a permit or remove the illegal awning.

    Sep 6, 1995

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work without a permit work noted awning approx: 2x10 erected at groundfloor front. word: smith st. gold and silver. remedy:obtain a permit if feasible or remove the illegal awning.

    Oct 13, 1992 · Penalty $350

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Feb 1, 2026 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Apr 2, 2007 · Apt 2L

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Mar 29, 2007 · Apt 2L

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Sep 15, 2006 · Apt 3L

    Close

Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

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

Building details

Building type
Mixed residential and retail building (S9)
Year built
1900
Floors
3
Residential units
2
Building area
2,400 ft²
Lot area
1,250 ft²
Zoning
R6B
Community board
306
Council district
39
Block / lot
414 / 39
Assessed value
$618,300
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #363157, last renewed Jun 12, 2025.

Questions about 252 Smith Street

Who owns 252 Smith Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Holy Family Holdings, LLC.

Does 252 Smith Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 20 housing violations at this property.

Is 252 Smith Street 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 252 Smith Street built?

City records list 1900 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 252 Smith Street?

It has 2 residential units and 4 units in total.

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