4424 8 Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11220BBL 3-00741-0049Map
Owner of record: Yim Lai, INC.
4424 8 Avenue is a mixed residential and retail building built in 1922 in Brooklyn, 11220. It has 4 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is Yim Lai, INC.. HPD has recorded 82 housing violations here, most recently on April 30, 2026. 36 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.
- HPD violations
- 82
- DOB violations
- 10
- ECB violations
- 9
- HPD complaints
- 21
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
No rent-stabilized units in 2018–2024 tax bills
Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 82
- 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 30, 2026
Open — Nov sent out - 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.
Jun 5, 2025
Open — Nov sent out - 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 27, 2024
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 3, 2024
Open — Nov sent out - 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 21, 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 20, 2023
Open — Nov sent out - 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.
Feb 18, 2022
Open — Nov sent out - 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 18, 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 5, 2021
Open — Nov sent out - 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 5, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed
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- BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). : missing in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, apartment at north
Mar 23, 2020 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Remove all encumbrances consisting of household items at public hall, 2nd story
Mar 23, 2020
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector : missing in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, apartment at north
Mar 23, 2020 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - 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 28, 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.
Nov 1, 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 6, 2015
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at east wall, 1st door frame from west at north wall in the kitchen located at apt 2re, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Feb 16, 2014 · Apt 2RE
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at east wall, ceiling, west wall, north wall, 1st door from west at north wall in the bathroom located at apt 2re, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Feb 16, 2014 · Apt 2RE
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective ceramic tiled floor in the bathroom located at apt 2re, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Feb 16, 2014 · Apt 2RE
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing located at apt 2re, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Feb 16, 2014 · Apt 2RE
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing located at apt 2re, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Feb 16, 2014 · Apt 2RE
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective electric outlet at south wall in the 4th room from east at north located at apt 2re, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Feb 16, 2014 · Apt 2RE
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny ?11-06(b)(2) 1st closet from north at east wall door, 1st closet from north at east wall door frame, north wall, south wall, east wall, west wall in the 4th room from east at south located at apt 2re, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Feb 16, 2014 · Apt 2RE
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny ?11-06(b)(2) north wall, south wall, east wall, west wall in the 4th room from east at north located at apt 2re, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Feb 16, 2014 · Apt 2RE
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny ?11-06(b)(2) east wall, west wall in the private hallway located at apt 2re, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Feb 16, 2014 · Apt 2RE
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny ?11-06(b)(2) 1st closet from south at west wall door, 1st closet from south at west wall door frame, north wall, south wall in the foyer located at apt 2re, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Feb 16, 2014 · Apt 2RE
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny ?11-06(b)(2) north wall, south wall, west wall, 1st window frame from east at south wall in the kitchen located at apt 2re, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Feb 16, 2014 · Apt 2RE
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny ?11-06(b)(2) 1st door frame from west at north wall in the bathroom located at apt 2re, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Feb 16, 2014 · Apt 2RE
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny ?11-06(b)(2) 1st door frame from south at west wall, 2nd door frame from south at west wall, north wall, south wall, east wall, west wall, 1st window frame from east at south wall in the 3rd room from east located at apt 2re, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Feb 16, 2014 · Apt 2RE
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Fire escape defective. adjust the dropladder so that it will slide easily in the guide rods at front yard east.
Jul 30, 1997
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Cleanse to the satisfaction of this department the floors all stys public hall
Jan 30, 1997
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Replace with new the missing handrail 1 to 2 stys public hall
Jan 30, 1997
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective bell system from building entrance to 3 sty apt 3r located at apt 3r
Jan 30, 1997 · Apt 3R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of exposed electrical wires ceiling center room 3 sty apt 3r located at apt 3r
Jan 30, 1997 · Apt 3R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective connection wasteline sink kitchen 3 sty apt 3r located at apt 3r
Jan 30, 1997 · Apt 3R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing 3 sty apt 3r colon located at apt 3r
Jan 30, 1997 · Apt 3R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Provide adequate supply of hot water for the fixtures bathroom 3 sty apt 3r located at apt 3r
Jan 30, 1997 · Apt 3R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Provide adequate supply of cold water for the fixtures bathroom 3 sty apt 3r located at apt 3r
Jan 30, 1997 · Apt 3R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective electrical wall outlet rear east room 3 sty apt 3r located at apt 3r
Jan 30, 1997 · Apt 3R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective locking devices lower sash fire escape window 3 sty apt 3r located at apt 3r
Jan 30, 1997 · Apt 3R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective entrance door and jamb 3 sty apt 3r located at apt 3r
Jan 30, 1997 · Apt 3R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice and roaches thru out 3 sty apt 3r located at apt 3r
Jan 30, 1997 · Apt 3R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tile floor bathroom 3 sty apt 3r located at apt 3r
Jan 30, 1997 · Apt 3R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective connection wasteline bathtub bathroom 3 sty apt 3r located at apt 3r
Jan 30, 1997 · Apt 3R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective connection wasteline kitchen sink 2 sty apt 2r , section '' ''
May 6, 1992 · Apt 2R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color walls & ceilings thru out 2 sty apt 2r , section '' ''
May 6, 1992 · Apt 2R
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Replace with new the missing glass upper & lower sashes north & south windows rear room 2 sty apt 2r er1 , section '' ''
May 6, 1992 · Apt 2R
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Replace with new the missing upper & lower sashes glass kitchen window 2 sty apt 2r er1 , section '' ''
May 6, 1992 · Apt 2R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations missing 2 sty apt 1r. , section '' ''
Feb 20, 1991 · Apt 1R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceilings & walls 2 sty apt 1r thru out. , section '' ''
Feb 20, 1991 · Apt 1R
Open — Nov sent out
DOB building violations · 10
- 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 2022 external low pressure inspection
Apr 25, 2023
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2016 inspection report
Apr 6, 2018
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2013 inspection report
Mar 3, 2015
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2012 inspection report
May 15, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2011 inspection report
Mar 1, 2013
Dob violation - dismissed - 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 1, 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
Mar 16, 1999
Dob violation - dismissed
ECB violations · 9
- Class - 2
Work without permit. noted: sign reads:"45th street supermarket inc." aluminum sign is approx: 15'x 2', sign has yellow background and black lettering and was installed without a permit., obtain all permits
Dec 3, 2025
Resolve - Class - 2
Work without permit. noted: awning/canopy is approx: 15'x 5' on the front of the property & 100'x 5' on the side of property. it is aluminum awning mounted to facade and was installed without a permit., obtain
Dec 3, 2025 · Penalty $1,250
Active - Class - 2
Work without permit. noted: flood lights that run approx: 15' in the front of property & 100' on side of property were installed without a permit., obtain all permits
Dec 3, 2025 · Penalty $1,250
Active - Class - 2
Found williamson gas fired boiler model- gwa-070n- cp5510808 installed and operating without final boiler certificate of approval sign off., maintain boiler; correct all violating conditions; register boiler an
Jul 10, 2023 · Penalty $625
Resolve - Class - 2
Found williamson gas fired boiler model- gwa-070n- cp5510804 installed and operating without final boiler certificate of approval sign off., maintain boiler; correct all violating conditions; register boiler an
Jul 10, 2023 · Penalty $625
Resolve - Class - 2
Found williamson gas fired boiler model- gwa-070n- cp5510802 with active status without final boiler certificate of approval sign off. correct all violating conditions; register boiler and submit a certificate
Jul 10, 2023 · Penalty $625
Resolve - Class - 2
Found williamson gas fired boiler model- gwa-070n- cp5481355 installed and operating without final boiler certificate of approval sign off., maintain boiler; correct all violating conditions; register boiler an
Jul 10, 2023 · Penalty $625
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply with dept. of buildings requirement for permit sign off. note respondent obtained 2 permits #321968885 which expired 01-31-2021. & permit #362332697 exp. 11/15/1013 permit has not been signed
Apr 18, 2022 · Penalty $1,280
Active - Class - 1
At time of inspection, 8 male workers engaged in construction, mechanical work and electrical work at exterior and 1st floor commercial space at premises, a occupied multi use building, without a permit, obtain
May 29, 2019 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve
Complaints
- Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Mar 22, 2020 · Apt 2
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Mar 22, 2020 · Apt 2FLOOR
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Jul 9, 2018 · Apt 1R
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Jul 9, 2018 · Apt 1R
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Jul 9, 2018 · Apt 1R
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Jul 9, 2018 · Apt 1R
Close - Electric
Wiring
Feb 12, 2014 · Apt 2RE
Close - Electric
Lighting
Feb 12, 2014 · Apt 2RE
Close - Plumbing
Toilet
Feb 12, 2014 · Apt 2RE
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Feb 12, 2014 · Apt 2RE
Close
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- Heating
Heat related
Dec 6, 2010 · Apt 1
Close - Electric
Electric-supply
Dec 6, 2010 · Apt 2R
Close - Nonconst
Smoke detector
Nov 22, 2005 · Apt 2A
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Nov 22, 2005 · Apt 2A
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Nov 22, 2005 · Apt 2A
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Nov 22, 2005 · Apt 2A
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Nov 22, 2005 · Apt 2A
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Nov 22, 2005 · Apt 2A
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Nov 22, 2005 · Apt 2A
Close - General
Floor
Nov 22, 2005 · Apt 2A
Close - Nonconst
Smoke detector
Nov 22, 2005 · Apt 2A
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Mixed residential and retail building (S4)
- Year built
- 1922
- Floors
- 3
- Residential units
- 4
- Building area
- 5,009 ft²
- Lot area
- 1,815 ft²
- Zoning
- R6
- Community board
- 307
- Council district
- 38
- Block / lot
- 741 / 49
- Assessed value
- $632,700
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #352224, last renewed Oct 28, 2025.
Questions about 4424 8 Avenue
Who owns 4424 8 Avenue?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Yim Lai, INC..
Does 4424 8 Avenue have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 82 housing violations at this property.
Is 4424 8 Avenue 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 4424 8 Avenue built?
City records list 1922 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 4424 8 Avenue?
It has 4 residential units and 5 units in total.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.