236 Buffalo Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11213BBL 3-01380-0052Map

Owner of record: 236 Buffalo Realty, LLC

236 Buffalo Avenue is a store building built in 1928 in Brooklyn, 11213. It has 23 residential units across 5 floors. The owner of record is 236 Buffalo Realty, LLC. HPD has no housing violations on record for this property.

HPD violations: 0
DOB violations: 135
ECB violations: 26
HPD complaints: 1

What to know

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No open Class C

No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.

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No HPD violations

HPD has not cited this building.

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No unpaid ECB fines

No balance due on recent ECB violations.

Rent stabilization

No rent-stabilized units in 2018–2024 tax bills

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Violations

Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.

HPD housing violations · 0

No HPD violations on record

DOB building violations · 135

Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Mar 5, 2025
Dob violation - active
Failure to post energy grade/score none
Failure to display energy efficiency score and energy efficiency grade as per adcode sec. 28-309.12.3
Dec 1, 2024
Dob violation - active
Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
Aug 2, 2024
Dob violation - active
Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
May 2, 2024
Dob violation - active
Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
Feb 22, 2024
Dob violation - active
Failure to post energy grade/score none
Failure to display energy efficiency score and energy efficiency grade as per adcode sec. 28-309.12.3
Dec 1, 2023
Dob violation - active
Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
Nov 2, 2023
Dob violation - active
Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
Aug 2, 2023
Dob violation - active
Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
May 2, 2023
Dob violation - active
Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
Feb 2, 2023
Dob violation - active

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Construction other optional
Failure to maintain.feu observed multiple cracks on exp2wall.some of the existing bricks appeared to be loose& dislocated.immediately comply with commissioner's order #341151 (122222feu30802zt)
Jan 12, 2023
Dob violation - active
Construction other optional
Failure to maintain.feu observed multiple cracks on exp2 wall.some of the existing bricks appeared to be loose and dislocated.ownr to immed nyspe to evaluate the entire bldg determine the structural stability& prepare/file repair drawings
Dec 22, 2022
Dob violation - active
Failure to post energy grade/score none
Failure to display energy efficiency score and energy efficiency grade as per adcode sec. 28-309.12.3
Dec 1, 2022
Dob violation - active
Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
Nov 2, 2022
Dob violation - active
Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
Aug 2, 2022
Dob violation - active
Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
Jun 1, 2022
Dob violation - active
Failure to submit eer none
Failure to submit an eer per ad. code sec. 28-308.4 in 2020
Jun 20, 2021
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Feb 9, 2021
Dob violation - active
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Feb 9, 2021
Dob violation - active
Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Dec 23, 2020
Dob violation - active
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Feb 8, 2020
Dob violation - active
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Feb 8, 2020
Dob violation - active
Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
Feb 16, 2019
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Feb 1, 2019
Dob violation - active
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Feb 1, 2019
Dob violation - active
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 27, 2018
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 27, 2018
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired
Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2016 cat 1 insp/tst
Jan 26, 2018
Dob violation - active
Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired
Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2016 cat 1 insp/tst
Jan 26, 2018
Dob violation - active
Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2016 inspection/test
Sep 15, 2017
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2016 inspection/test
Sep 15, 2017
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 27, 2017
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 27, 2017
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired
Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2015 cat 1 insp/tst
Jan 3, 2017
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired
Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2014 cat 1 insp/tst
Nov 14, 2016
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired
Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2014 cat 1 insp/tst
Nov 14, 2016
Dob violation - dismissed
Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
Nov 2, 2016
Dob violation - dismissed
Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
Aug 2, 2016
Dob violation - dismissed
Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
Jun 2, 2016
Dob violation - dismissed
Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Apr 20, 2016
Dob violation - active
Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired
Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2012 cat 1 insp/tst
May 30, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired
Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2012 cat 1 insp/tst
May 30, 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 - active
Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2011 inspection report
Mar 1, 2013
Dob violation - active
Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2011 inspection report
Mar 1, 2013
Dob violation - dismissed
Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Feb 22, 2012
Dob violation - dismissed
Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2010 inspection report
Dec 13, 2011
Dob violation - active
Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2010 inspection report
Dec 13, 2011
Dob violation - active
Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2010 inspection/test
Dec 13, 2011
Dob violation - dismissed
Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2010 inspection report
Dec 13, 2011
Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 26

Class - 1
Failure to submit the required parking structure initial observation report for an existing parking structure or a periodic inspection of a parking structure(pips) report documenting the conditions of psid#b000
Oct 1, 2024 · Penalty $12,500
Active
Class - 2
Failure to provide approved plans an site at time of insp noted interior demo in progress under job#310175075 no plans on site at time of insp rem: stop all work except to make site safe provide plans call for
Dec 2, 2011 · Penalty $250
Resolve
Class - 1
Failure to safeguard all persons & property affected by construction operations.noted:open holes in flr w/ no protection in various locations areas w/ no guard rails.loose concrete & metal hanging from stell be
Dec 2, 2011 · Penalty $2,400
Resolve
Class - 1
Fail to maintain exterior bldg wall; noted: 6x-20 metal plate attachedto bldg facade loose. also mortar joint 30'high loose & in danger of falling. remedy: make safeguard provide shed.
Oct 7, 2009 · Penalty $1,000
Resolve
Hazardous
Failure to protect roofs, roof outlets or skylights of adjoining property. note: no protection of roof at 248 buffalo ave. remedy: provide protection.
Feb 15, 2005 · Penalty $500
Resolve
Hazardous
Sidewalk shed does not meet building code specifications. note: sidewalk shed erected w/o lights provided under shed for pedestrian and public using sidewalk.remedy:provide lighting under she for public.
Feb 15, 2005
Resolve
Hazardous
Sidewalk shed does not meet building code specification. note: sidewalk shed has been erected on buffalo ave, side with no lighting. remedy:provide lighting/maintain shed to code.
Feb 15, 2005 · Penalty $5,000
Resolve
Hazardous
Sidewalk shed does not meet building code specifications.a)no light.b)lights not properly placed only on light fixture & bulb provided for shed that runs entire length of property on buffalo avenue.no conduct.
Jan 26, 2005 · Penalty $2,000
Resolve
Hazardous
Failure to maintain:defect noted-construction debris at top of shed.approx 10 yards.remedy:remove debris from top of shed.
Jan 26, 2005 · Penalty $800
Resolve
Hazardous
Failure to protect roofs; roof outlets or skylight of adjoining property. note: permit #301757043 obtain for sidewalk shed. sidewalk shed constructed with scaffolding on top of roof of adjoining building 248
Oct 12, 2004 · Penalty $500
Resolve

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Hazardous
Sidewalk shed does not meet building code specifications. note: permit#301757043 obtain for side walk shed at time of inspection, no lights provided under shed for pedestrian and public using side walk. remedy:
Oct 12, 2004 · Penalty $2,000
Resolve
Hazardous
Sidewalk shed does not meet buildig code specification defect noted sidewalk shed has been erected at buffalo ave sides and no lighting has been provided remedy:provide lighting/ maintain shed to code
Oct 8, 2004 · Penalty $2,000
Resolve
Hazardous
Failure to carry out demolition operations in a safe and proper manner- note - removing brick sides of bldg. 4 sections a scaffolding has been left free standing after upper floors of bldg. have been removed.
Sep 10, 2004 · Penalty $2,000
Resolve
Hazardous
Failure to maintain bldg. note removing brick sides of bldg 4 section of scaffolding has been left free standing and unsupported after upperfloors have been removed. scaffolding has collapsed falling 4-stories
Sep 9, 2004 · Penalty $800
Resolve
Hazardous
Work w/o permit-work noted. demolition of upper floors (2) all exterior brick work and facade removed due to partial collapse also note. large structure on roof also removed. remedy: obtain permits.
Sep 4, 2004 · Penalty $800
Resolve
Non-hazardous
Elevator motor room and remaining equipment damaged beyond repair in bldg collapse file for legal removal of 2 elevators at premise.
Jun 11, 2004 · Penalty $500
Resolve
Hazardous
Failure to maintain exterior building wall.defect is:at roof top level an approx. 20' high by 10' wide brick wall has come loose and has fallen onto street,a section has broken thru roof and thru ceiling of sup
Jun 10, 2004 · Penalty $800
Resolve
Non-hazardous
Failure to maintain. defect is: ceiling has holes various locations. remedy: repair defect.
Sep 9, 1998 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve
Non-hazardous
Occupancy contrary to that allowed by c o #49155 occupancy change from a thaetre to a superemarket remedy:obtain a valid certificate of occupancy or discontiune the illegal occupancy.
Feb 1, 1995 · Penalty $1,000
Resolve
Non-hazardous
Work without a permit. work noted: having erected concrete block walls to seperate an area of old theater to create a laundromat. application #300041238-01 was disapproved by this dept. remedy: obtain a permit
Dec 22, 1993 · Penalty $1,000
Resolve
Hazardous
Failure to maintain. defect noted: (1) steel lintel located above 20' opening in north wall ground floor (n/w corner) is excessively rusted (2) ornamental plaster ceiling and supporting iron work is loose ruste
Jun 11, 1993 · Penalty $800
Resolve
Non-hazardous
Occupancy contrary to cofo. theatre now used as supermarket. current c/o#49155,issued 2-2-28. remedy:discontinue use.
Jun 11, 1993 · Penalty $350
Resolve
Non-hazardous
Failure to maintain exterior building wall defect is cracked and broken brick work above rear of premises at parapet wall above parking lot at rear and broken cement work at front a ledge with iron fence enclos
Sep 24, 1990 · Penalty $1,000
Resolve
Unknown
Work without a permit work noted installation of air conditioning unit in side rear yard of 236 buffalo ave. and enclosing sarae in wood structure. remedy: file with this dept. and obtain a permit.
May 11, 1989 · Penalty $1,000
Resolve
Non-hazardous
Failure to maintain. cracked and loose existing plaster ceiling at north section of building. remedy: remove defective portion of ceiling or repair same to safe condition.
May 11, 1989 · Penalty $1,000
Resolve
Non-hazardous
Work permit #005902 expired 7/16/87 remedy stop all work and obtain a valid permit latered build alt #1341/86 occupied without obtaining a valid c of o. remedy obtain a valid c of o
Sep 15, 1988 · Penalty $375
Active

Complaints

Heating
Heat related
Dec 20, 2010 · Apt 2D
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Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

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

Building details

Building type: Store building (K4)
Year built: 1928
Floors: 5
Residential units: 23
Building area: 62,875 ft²
Lot area: 17,777 ft²
Zoning: R6
Community board: 308
Council district: 36
Block / lot: 1380 / 52
Assessed value: $3,564,900
Landmark / historic district: No

Questions about 236 Buffalo Avenue

Who owns 236 Buffalo Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 236 Buffalo Realty, LLC.

Does 236 Buffalo Avenue have violations?

NYC HPD has no housing violations on record for this property.

Is 236 Buffalo 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 236 Buffalo Avenue built?

City records list 1928 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 236 Buffalo Avenue?

It has 23 residential units and 25 units in total.

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