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637 56 Street

Brooklyn, NY 11220BBL 3-00833-0062Map

Owner of record: J&T 637 INC

637 56 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1924 in Brooklyn, 11220. It has 6 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is J&T 637 INC. HPD has recorded 272 housing violations here, most recently on September 9, 2026. 41 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 6 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
272
DOB violations
5
ECB violations
0
HPD complaints
264

What to know

Concern
14 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Watch
Last violation Sep 9, 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 2024
6
About 100% of the building's 6 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 · 272

  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective caulking around bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 9, 2026 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

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

    Sep 9, 2026 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 9, 2026 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

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

    Sep 9, 2026 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 9, 2026 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 sq ft observed at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 9, 2026 · Apt 2

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • B

    Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules missing in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 9, 2026 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

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

    Sep 9, 2026 · Apt 2

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • B

    Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations missing in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 9, 2026 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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
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  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system door locked at public hall at boiler room, 1st story

    Mar 17, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of heat for the apartment in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Mar 17, 2026 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

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

    Mar 17, 2026 · Apt 2R

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Mar 17, 2026 · Apt 2R

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • A

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

    Mar 17, 2026 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

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

    Dec 10, 2025 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 square feet at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Dec 10, 2025 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 square feet at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east original violation 18496104 issued 10-dec-25 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code 27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).

    Dec 10, 2025 · Apt 2R

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

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective radiator shut-off knob in the 2nd room from north at east located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Dec 10, 2025 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of scalding hot water above 130 degrees in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Dec 10, 2025 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes flower pots at balcony at front of building , 3rd story

    Nov 26, 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 19, 2025

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system door locked at cellar at boiler room

    Nov 15, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 sq ft at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Nov 15, 2025 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of heat for the apartment in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Nov 15, 2025 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 sq ft at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east original violation 18371424 issued 15-nov-25 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code 27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).

    Nov 15, 2025 · Apt 2R

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

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

    Nov 15, 2025 · Apt 2R

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • 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
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling at public hall, 3rd story

    Feb 18, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

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

    Feb 18, 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
  • C

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

    Apr 24, 2024 · Apt 1F

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • B

    Abate the infestation consisting of vermin waterbugs in the entire apartment located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Apr 24, 2024 · Apt 1F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approximately 1 sq ft at west wall, 1 sq ft at south wall in the bathroom located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Apr 24, 2024 · Apt 1F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approximately 1 sq ft at west wall, 1 sq ft at south wall in the bathroom located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north original violation 16923968 issued 24-apr-24 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code §27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).

    Apr 24, 2024 · Apt 1F

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

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

    Apr 24, 2024 · Apt 1F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of scalding hot water exceeding allowable temp of 130 degrees in the kitchen located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Apr 3, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... at ceiling (approx 1 sq ft) in the bathroom located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Apr 3, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... at ceiling (approx 1 sq ft) in the bathroom located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east original violation 16793248 issued 03-apr-24 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code §27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).

    Apr 3, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • 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
  • 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 sign missing at public hall, 1st story

    Oct 25, 2023

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

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

    Mar 28, 2023 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system boiler door locked at cellar

    Mar 8, 2023

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of heat for the apartment in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Mar 8, 2023 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at wash basin in the bathroom located at apt 2floor, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Feb 25, 2023 · Apt 2FLOOR

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

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

    Feb 25, 2023 · Apt 2FLOOR

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    § 53,187,231 m/d law & dept rules & reg. provide means of egress from yard to street by fireproof passageway for which application must be filed for approval,or by unlocked door or gate in fence to adjoining premises with consent of adjacent owner.

    Jun 3, 2022

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

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

    Jun 3, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

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

    Jun 3, 2022 · Apt 1R

    Closed — Violation dismissed

DOB building violations · 5

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2017 inspection report

    Nov 8, 2019

    Dob violation - active
  • 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 31, 2005

    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

    Feb 10, 1997

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 0

No ECB violations on record

Complaints

  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 21, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 20, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Oct 16, 2026 · Apt 1F

    Open
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Oct 16, 2026 · Apt 1F

    Open
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Oct 16, 2026 · Apt 1F

    Open
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jul 28, 2026 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Door/frame

    Jul 28, 2026 · Apt 2

    Close
  • General

    Janitor/super

    Jul 28, 2026 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Mar 16, 2026 · Apt 2NDFLO

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jan 18, 2026 · Apt 2FLREA

    Close
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  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    Jan 18, 2026 · Apt 2FLREA

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jan 18, 2026 · Apt 2FLREA

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Jan 18, 2026 · Apt 2FLREA

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Door/frame

    Jan 18, 2026 · Apt 2FLREA

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 8, 2025 · Apt 6R

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 24, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 15, 2025 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 13, 2025 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 13, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 9, 2025 · Apt 2NDFLO

    Close
  • General

    Janitor/super

    Nov 9, 2025 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 3, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 30, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Oct 30, 2025 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Oct 27, 2025 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Apr 24, 2025 · Apt 1STFLO

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Sewage

    Apr 24, 2025 · Apt 1STFLO

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 19, 2025 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 16, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Apr 23, 2024 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Apr 23, 2024 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Apr 3, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 23, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Mar 28, 2023 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Mar 27, 2023 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Mar 8, 2023 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 24, 2023 · Apt 2NDFLO

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Door/frame

    Jan 31, 2023 · Apt 2FLOOR

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 31, 2023 · Apt 2NDFLO

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Door/frame

    Jan 20, 2023 · Apt 2NDFLO

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Jan 20, 2023 · Apt 2NDFLO

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 20, 2023 · Apt 2NDFLO

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 28, 2022 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 28, 2022 · Apt 3RBACK

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Oct 19, 2022 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 29, 2022 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 2, 2021 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jul 26, 2021 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jul 26, 2021 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Jul 26, 2021 · 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 (C2)
Year built
1924
Floors
3
Residential units
6
Building area
4,680 ft²
Lot area
2,504 ft²
Zoning
R6B
Community board
307
Council district
43
Block / lot
833 / 62
Assessed value
$579,600
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #366845, last renewed Jan 21, 2025.

Questions about 637 56 Street

Who owns 637 56 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is J&T 637 INC.

Does 637 56 Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 272 housing violations at this property.

Is 637 56 Street rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 6 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 100% of its 6 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 637 56 Street built?

City records list 1924 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 637 56 Street?

It has 6 residential units.

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