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233 55 Street

Brooklyn, NY 11220BBL 3-00821-0064Map

Owner of record: Css Realty INC

233 55 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1931 in Brooklyn, 11220. It has 8 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is Css Realty INC. HPD has recorded 51 housing violations here, most recently on August 31, 2026. 35 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
51
DOB violations
9
ECB violations
20
HPD complaints
46

What to know

Concern
5 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Watch
Last violation Aug 31, 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

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 · 51

  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at the bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 4l, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Aug 31, 2026 · Apt 4L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective window spring balance at lower sash first and second window from south at west in the private hallway located at apt 4l, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Aug 31, 2026 · Apt 4L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

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

    Aug 31, 2026 · Apt 4L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the bathroom , the 1st room from north, the foyer , the private hallway , the 5th room from north, the 4th room from north located at apt 4l, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jul 24, 2026 · Apt 4L

    Open — Invalid certification
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 4l, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jul 24, 2026 · Apt 4L

    Open — Invalid certification
  • C

    Install the missing or repair/replace the defective window guard(s) in accordance with the specifications of the new york city health code section 24 rcny chapter 12. wg to install = 3, wg to replace = 0, wg to repair = 1 in the entire apartment located at apt 4l, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jul 24, 2026 · Apt 4L

    Open — Invalid certification
  • B

    Properly repair and abate unsafe electric wiring condition consisting of exposed electrical wires at the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 4l, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jul 24, 2026 · Apt 4L

    Open — Invalid certification
  • A

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 4l, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jul 24, 2026 · Apt 4L

    Open — Invalid certification
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 sq ft at west wall in the 1st room from north located at apt 4l, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jul 24, 2026 · Apt 4L

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the north wall and ceiling in the 1st room from north located at apt 4l, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jul 24, 2026 · Apt 4L

    Open — Invalid certification
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  • 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 1, 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 19, 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 6, 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 27, 2024

    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.

    Apr 8, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of hotwater exceeded maximum allow temperature of 130.f degrees at hotwater fixtures, in the entire apartment located at apt 1l, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jan 25, 2024 · Apt 1L

    Open — Nov certified late
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 1l, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jan 25, 2024 · Apt 1L

    Open — Invalid certification
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 1l, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jan 25, 2024 · Apt 1L

    Open — Invalid certification
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 1l, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jan 25, 2024 · Apt 1L

    Open — Invalid certification
  • A

    Cleanse to the satisfaction of this department the cerceramic tiles surface, caulking and grouted joints of visible mold at north, east and west walls around bathtub, in the bathroom located at apt 1l, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jan 25, 2024 · Apt 1L

    Open — Invalid certification
  • B

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

    Jan 25, 2024 · Apt 1L

    Open — Invalid certification
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective [ latch set] at the vestibule door, , 1st story

    Jan 25, 2024

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective locking device assembly at the vestibule door, , 1st story

    Jan 25, 2024

    Open — Invalid certification
  • 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

    Jan 25, 2024

    Open — Invalid certification
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective at the front entrance to building , , 1st story

    Jan 25, 2024

    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.

    Nov 21, 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 20, 2023

    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 10, 2022

    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.

    Feb 22, 2022

    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.

    Apr 6, 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.

    Apr 6, 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 29, 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.

    Oct 15, 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.

    Nov 16, 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.

    Oct 6, 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 6, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 3l, 3rd story, apartment at west

    Nov 11, 2012 · Apt 3L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 3l, 3rd story, apartment at west

    Nov 11, 2012 · Apt 3L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Replace with new the missing door at west one closet in the 1st room from east located at apt 4r, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Aug 12, 2008 · Apt 4R

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • A

    Refit south one door in the bathroom located at apt 4r, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Aug 12, 2008 · Apt 4R

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of chain with padlock installed at entry door to apartment in the foyer located at apt 4r, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Aug 12, 2008 · Apt 4R

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • A

    Refit door at east one closet in the 5th room from east located at apt 4r, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Aug 12, 2008 · Apt 4R

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective inoperative intercome system from apartment to 1st story vestibule in the entire apartment located at apt 4r, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Aug 12, 2008 · Apt 4R

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin : bedbugs in the entire apartment located at apt 4r, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Aug 12, 2008 · Apt 4R

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin : mice in the entire apartment located at apt 4r, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Aug 12, 2008 · Apt 4R

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin : roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 4r, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Aug 12, 2008 · Apt 4R

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from window to fire escape or provide approved type gate the in the 1st room from east located at apt 4r, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Mar 1, 2006 · Apt 4R

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector bedroom more then 15ft. apart, need 2nd smoke detector in the entire apartment located at apt 4r, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Mar 1, 2006 · Apt 4R

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. in the entire apartment located at apt 4r, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Mar 1, 2006 · Apt 4R

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • A

    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. at public hall, 1st story

    Nov 2, 2004

    Open — Not complied with

DOB building violations · 9

  • Construction other optional

    Hazardous

    Aug 20, 2001

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 16, 1999

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    May 4, 1998

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Sep 16, 1997

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 10, 1997

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Aug 29, 1995

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jun 1, 1994

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • 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 - dismissed

ECB violations · 20

  • Class - 2

    At time of inspection observed facade ornamental stone has cracks at multiple locations. at exp# 1 facade bricks damaged, window lintel corroded, missing mortar joints at multiple locations., repair and/or repl

    Nov 14, 2023

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Sec bc1001.1 27-357 failure to provide required means of egress noted rear fire escape terminates at rear yard measured to be 17ft deep & 27'10wide approx gate at n/w corner of yard chained & tied w/ wire opens

    Dec 5, 2008 · Penalty $1,600

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain building in code-compliant manner noted front & rear parapets w/ missing & cracked coping front facade w/ cracked brickwork & missing mortar joints clear headrm approx 4'6" from tread in pub

    Dec 5, 2008 · Penalty $500

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/ commissioners order to file a cert of correction for violation #34445383j noted cited prior ecb for failure to provide egress for every floor is found to remain in violation and while the n

    Dec 5, 2008 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Filed a cert form application affidavit etc containing a material false statement noted respondent filed a cert of correction 4/14/06 for ecb#34445383j & 34445384l & on 12/5/08 an insp found that conditions aff

    Dec 5, 2008 · Penalty $4,800

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to provide required means of egress no refuge area provided for fire escape in rear of the bldg.back yard is completely fenced off & tenants have no way out in case of emergency remedy:provide required

    May 3, 2007 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Filing a false certificate,form,affidavit or statement of correction w/ the nyc dob noted:certificate of correction for vio#34445383j issu ed 6/18/04 for failure to provide req means of egress for every floor

    Feb 22, 2007

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to maintain exterior bldg wall.noted:cracked retaining wall @ rear yard(separating premises from adjacent property)w/ dislodged sections of concrete @ west elevation along approx 45' of property

    Jan 11, 2007 · Penalty $880

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to provide required means of egress for every floor.noted:fireescape terminates @ a 25ft x 15ft(approx)rear yard.enclosed by a chainlink fence.yard is too smiall for a place of refuge.

    Jan 11, 2007 · Penalty $10,000

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Filing a false certificate,form,affidavit or statement of correction w/ the nyc dob.noted:certificate of correction for vio #34400423x issued on 7/25/03 for failure to provide req means of egress for every flr

    Jan 11, 2007 · Penalty $500

    Active
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  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to maintain exterior bldg wall. noted:cracked stucco @ rear facae cracked masonry window lintels with dislodged segments & cracked brickwork & missing coping on entire parapet @ front facade

    May 31, 2006 · Penalty $350

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to safely & properly remove material/debris from const site. noted:const debris & rubble remains in rear yd creating a tripping hazard fire escape terminates @ rear yard debris resulting from remedy

    May 31, 2006 · Penalty $500

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to provide required means of egress for every floor. noted:fire escape terminates at rear yd 25ft x 15ft (aprox) which is too small for plane of refuge & which is completely fenced off with chain link

    May 31, 2006 · Penalty $480

    Active
  • Non-hazardous

    Filing a false certificate, form, affidavit or statement of correctionwith the nyc dob noted:certificate of correction & affidavit statementvi# 34445383j & 34445384l were corrected insp results show that rubble

    May 31, 2006 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to provide required means of egress for every floor. noted: fire escape terminus is in rear yard which is approx 25ft wide & 15ft deep. rear yard filled with vegetation growing through piles of rubble &

    Jun 18, 2004 · Penalty $480

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain exterior building wall noted: rear yard including terminus of fire escape full of vegetation & piles of rubble creating a danger of falling. cellar stairs up to rear yard without protective

    Jun 18, 2004 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to provide means of egress ofr every floor.noted:rear fire escape at rear of bldg.treatments at landing approx 6ft above ground & has no drop ladder.rear yard full of vegetation & rear basement door at

    Jul 25, 2003 · Penalty $480

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain exterior building wall noted:rear dire escape without drop ladder does not allow proper termination in rear yard.lowest landing is approx.6 ft above rear yard & lacksone side railing & ballu

    Jul 25, 2003 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain exterior building wall:defect is:broken missing & defect cement stucco with vertical cracks in facade of building between windows on 2,3 & 4th floors by both exterior walls adjacent to prope

    Aug 20, 2001 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to provide approved plans at time of inspection. note through out building inspection of new bathroom kitchen fixtures and new plumbing. note new metel stair cases as well as new partition walls

    Dec 16, 1999

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Electric

    Wiring

    Aug 12, 2026 · Apt 4L

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Aug 12, 2026 · Apt 4L

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Aug 12, 2026 · Apt 4L

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Jul 18, 2026 · Apt 4FLAPT

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Jul 18, 2026 · Apt 4FLAPT

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Jul 18, 2026 · Apt 4FLAPT

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 8, 2026 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 22, 2024 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Dec 2, 2022 · Apt 2L

    Close
  • Electric

    Power outage

    Feb 4, 2022 · Apt ENTIRE

    Close
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  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Jul 7, 2015 · Apt 4L

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Jul 7, 2015 · Apt 4L

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 24, 2013 · Apt 4R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 24, 2013 · Apt 4R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat-plant

    Jan 24, 2013 · Apt 4R

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Sep 30, 2012 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Sep 30, 2012 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Sep 30, 2012 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Aug 6, 2008 · Apt 4R

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Aug 6, 2008 · Apt 4R

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Aug 6, 2008 · Apt 4R

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Aug 6, 2008 · Apt 4R

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Jul 24, 2008 · Apt 4L

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Jul 24, 2008 · Apt 4L

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Jul 24, 2008 · Apt 4L

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Jul 24, 2008 · Apt 4L

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Mar 4, 2008 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Mar 4, 2008 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Smoke detector

    Feb 27, 2006 · Apt 4R

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Carbon monoxide

    Feb 27, 2006 · Apt 4R

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Feb 27, 2006 · Apt 4R

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Feb 27, 2006 · Apt 4R

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Jan 25, 2006 · Apt 4R

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Smoke detector

    Jan 25, 2006 · Apt 4R

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Carbon monoxide

    Jan 25, 2006 · Apt 4R

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Jan 25, 2006 · Apt 4R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Nov 19, 2005 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 19, 2005 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Mar 8, 2005 · Apt 4L

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 18, 2004 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 12, 2004 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 21, 2004 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 3, 2003 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 20, 2003 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 10, 2003 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Rubbish

    Oct 11, 2003 · Apt BLDG

    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
1931
Floors
4
Residential units
8
Building area
3,792 ft²
Lot area
2,805 ft²
Zoning
R6B
Community board
307
Council district
38
Block / lot
821 / 64
Assessed value
$311,400
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #372389, last renewed Jun 4, 2026.

Questions about 233 55 Street

Who owns 233 55 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Css Realty INC.

Does 233 55 Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 51 housing violations at this property.

Is 233 55 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 233 55 Street built?

City records list 1931 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 233 55 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.