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898 Madison Street

Brooklyn, NY 11221BBL 3-01483-0029Map

Owner of record: United Group 555 LLC

898 Madison Street is a two-family home built in 1899 in Brooklyn, 11221. It has 2 residential units across 2 floors. The owner of record is United Group 555 LLC. HPD has recorded 47 housing violations here, most recently on December 4, 2024. 39 of the 47 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
47
DOB violations
6
ECB violations
18
HPD complaints
106

What to know

Concern
9 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation Dec 4, 2024

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 · 47

  • 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.

    Dec 4, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation the 1st radiator from east at south wall in the 2nd room from north at west located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 13, 2023 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - presumed lead paint that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) 1st radiator from east at south wall in the 2nd room from north at west located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 13, 2023 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

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

    Aug 10, 2023 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 10, 2023 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

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

    Jul 19, 2023 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

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

    Jul 19, 2023 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jul 19, 2023 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jul 19, 2023 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Provide adequate supply of cold water for the fixtures at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jul 19, 2023 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
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  • B

    Provide adequate supply of hot water for the fixtures at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jul 19, 2023 · Apt 2

    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.

    Jul 14, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the bathroom , the private hallway located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jul 13, 2023 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective electrical outlet at east wall in the 4th room from north at east located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jul 13, 2023 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

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

    Jul 13, 2023 · Apt 2

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • C

    Provide adequate supply of hot water for the fixtures at all plumbing fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jul 13, 2023 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

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

    Jul 13, 2023 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the roof so that it will not leak at ceiling in the private hallway located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jul 13, 2023 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide temporary seal-up for all accessible openings in the entire apartment located at cellar apt cella

    Jun 20, 2017 · Apt CELLA

    Closed — Violation closed
  • I

    Apts have been vacated by this department and cannot be reoccupied until so ordered after proof of compliance for apts at cellar vacate order 137596

    Jun 7, 2017

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • B

    § 9, 56, 193, 300, 302 m.d. law- above frame building has been converted from a private dwelling to a multiple dwelling and is now occupied and maintained as such contrary to law.restore premises to lawful occupancy

    May 10, 2017

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Discontinue unlawful cooking space or file plans and application with this department to legalize same, if lawfully feasible stove at cellar

    May 10, 2017

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Discontinue use of rooms for living, disconnect plumbing fixtures where illegal and properly seal pipe connections class 'a' apartment created at cellar

    May 10, 2017

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Discontinue use of rooms for living, disconnect plumbing fixtures where illegal and properly seal pipe connections kitchen sink, showerstall, wash basin and water closet at illegal class ''a'' apartment created at at cellar

    May 4, 2017

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Discontinue unlawful cooking space or file plans and application with this department to legalize same, if lawfully feasible gas range at illegal class ''a'' apartment created at at cellar

    May 4, 2017

    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.

    Apr 21, 2017

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Abate the nuisance consisting of rodents rats at cellar

    Apr 19, 2017

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures at gas range in the kitchen located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Apr 19, 2017 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Apr 19, 2017 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Apr 19, 2017 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Replace with new the missing rain leader at front of building

    Apr 5, 2017

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 1fl, 1st story

    May 20, 2014 · Apt 1FL

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the entire apartment located at apt 1fl, 1st story

    May 20, 2014 · Apt 1FL

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective connection at the waste line at sink in the kitchen located at apt 1fl, 1st story

    May 20, 2014 · Apt 1FL

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Properly repair the broken or defective concrete treads 1and3 up from bottom at front stairs

    May 20, 2014

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 1fl, 1st story

    May 20, 2014 · Apt 1FL

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective metal gate at lot line at front areaway

    Jul 23, 2013

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 1fl, 1st story

    May 5, 2005 · Apt 1FL

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in uniform color ceiling in the 1st room from north located at apt 1, 1st story

    Apr 20, 2005 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective acoustic tiles at suspended ceiling in the 2nd room from north located at apt 1fl, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Mar 24, 2005 · Apt 1FL

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective acoustic tiles at suspended ceiling in the 1st room from north located at apt 1fl, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Mar 24, 2005 · Apt 1FL

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 1fl, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Mar 24, 2005 · Apt 1FL

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Remove the illegal fastening keyoperated double cylinder lock at entrance door to bldg.

    Mar 17, 2005 · Apt 1FL

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Remove the illegal fastening double cylinder key operated lock install at entrance door at public hall, 1st story

    Jan 5, 2005

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective cellulose tiles at ceiling in the 1st room from north located at apt 1fl, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jan 5, 2005 · Apt 1FL

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Replace with new the missing cellulose tiles on ceiling in the 2nd room from north located at apt 1fl, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jan 5, 2005 · Apt 1FL

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of evidence of concealed water leak at ceiling in the 1st room from north located at apt 1fl, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jan 5, 2005 · Apt 1FL

    Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 6

  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Nov 15, 2017

    Dob violation - active
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Dec 17, 2014

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Dec 17, 2014

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Feb 12, 2014

    Dob violation - active
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Feb 12, 2014

    Dob violation - active
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Jan 1, 2014

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 18

  • Class - 2

    Observed tree outside the property line within the public right-of-way not protected from proposed construction work of a 4-story building. reference 2022 building code (3309.11) ýprotection of trees.¨ "protec

    Apr 9, 2026 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Job site fence not constructed or maintained pursuant to subsection. bc 3307.7.3 viewing panels. at the time of inspection, i observed the construction site fence under job # b01224101-i1-fn with missing viewin

    Apr 2, 2026 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner:observed @front of bldg storm piping missing from roof to drain connection.also broken/cracked house drain line @property photo provided.rem:repair replace.

    Jul 15, 2017 · Penalty $2,500

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by c of o and dob records.partitions erected creating illegal class "a" apartment at cellar.unlawful stove and kitchen sink present also full bathroom present completed with w

    May 10, 2017 · Penalty $12,000

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by c of o and dob records.partitions erected creating illegal calss "a" apartment in cellar unlawful gas range and kitchen sink present.also full bathroom completed with showe

    May 4, 2017 · Penalty $6,000

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/commissioner's order to file a certificate of correction w/the dob for nov #35086299l issued on 09/20/14 pursuant to 28.204.4 & 1rcny 102-01. note at time of inspection the records show no

    Oct 28, 2014

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/commissioner's order to file a certificate of correction w/the dob for nov #35086297h issued on 09/20/14 pursuant to 28.204.4 & 1rcny 102-01. note at time of inspection the records show no

    Oct 28, 2014

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/commissioner's order to file a certificate of correction w/the dob for nov #35060406m issued on 09/20/14 pursuant to 28.204.4 & 1rcny 102-01. note at time of inspection the records show no

    Oct 28, 2014

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Occupancy contrary to that of c of o or bldg dept records. illegal occupancy noted: legal 2 family converted to sro. 4 sro's observed on the2nd fl & 2 noted on the 1st fl. remedy: discontinue illegal use or

    Sep 20, 2014

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply w/the commissioner's order contained in notice of violation #35033232h issued on 10/8/13. illegal conversion on the 2nd fl & in the cellar. remedy: comply w/the comm's order.

    Sep 20, 2014

    Resolve
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  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner. no fire stopping per bc 712.3;27-345. note: ceiling over the boiler room in the cellar ismissing the fire stopping w/exposed wood joists & sub flooring of the

    Sep 20, 2014

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply with the commissioner's order contained in notice of violation #35033232h issued on 10/08/13.illegal conversion on the 2nd fl.rem:comply with the commissioner's order.

    Jul 12, 2014

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply w/ the comm's order contained in notice of violation#35033232h issued on 10/08/13.illegal conversion on the 2nd fl.rem:comply w/ the comm's order.

    Apr 26, 2014

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply w/commissioner's order contained in nov #35033232h issued on 10/08/13,for work w/o permit - illegal conversion on 2 flr. rmdy: comply w/commissioner's order.

    Feb 18, 2014

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Residence altered for occupancy as a dwelling from 1 or 2 families to 4 or more families. noted: premises altered from legal 2 family (hpd #331288 to 7 families w/4 sros on 2nd flr, 2 sros on 1st flr and 1 sro

    Nov 12, 2013 · Penalty $2,400

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner. no fire stopping per bc 712.3;27-345. noted: at cellar boiler room ceiling has exposed combustible wood joists and 1st sty subflooring various locations t/o.

    Nov 12, 2013 · Penalty $1,000

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain bldg in a code-compliant manner. failure to provide # of required means of egress for every flr per bc 1018.1 & 27-366 @cellar bedroom rear door sealed shut. not operable and window barred.

    Nov 12, 2013 · Penalty $1,200

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Work w/o a permit. two story two family house only one kitchen at first floor used by both first and second floor tenants.tenant at second floor stated tha tthere is no kitchen on 2nd floor and he uses common

    Oct 8, 2013

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Aug 9, 2023 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Jul 14, 2023 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Jul 8, 2023 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    May 8, 2017 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    May 8, 2017 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    May 8, 2017 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Safety

    Smoke detector

    May 8, 2017 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    May 8, 2017 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    May 8, 2017 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    May 8, 2017 · Apt 2B

    Close
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  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    May 8, 2017 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    May 8, 2017 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    May 8, 2017 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    May 8, 2017 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Apr 28, 2017 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Apr 24, 2017 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Apr 24, 2017 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Apr 24, 2017 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Apr 24, 2017 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Apr 24, 2017 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Apr 24, 2017 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Apr 24, 2017 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • General

    Cooking gas

    Apr 24, 2017 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Apr 24, 2017 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Apr 24, 2017 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Apr 23, 2017 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Apr 23, 2017 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • General

    Cooking gas

    Apr 23, 2017 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • General

    Cooking gas

    Apr 22, 2017 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Apr 22, 2017 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Apr 22, 2017 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Apr 22, 2017 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Apr 21, 2017 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Apr 19, 2017 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Apr 18, 2017 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Apr 17, 2017 · Apt 2

    Close
  • General

    Cooking gas

    Apr 17, 2017 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Apr 6, 2017 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Mar 31, 2017 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Electric

    No lighting

    May 21, 2016 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    May 21, 2016 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    May 21, 2016 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    May 21, 2016 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    May 21, 2016 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 16, 2014 · Apt 1

    Close
  • General

    Cooking gas

    Nov 4, 2014 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 4, 2014 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 16, 2014 · Apt 1

    Close
  • General

    Cooking gas

    Oct 16, 2014 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 16, 2014 · Apt 1

    Close

Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

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

Building details

Building type
Two-family home (B2)
Year built
1899
Floors
2
Residential units
2
Building area
1,600 ft²
Lot area
2,500 ft²
Zoning
R6B
Community board
303
Council district
41
Block / lot
1483 / 29
Assessed value
$73,140
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #824476, last renewed —.

Questions about 898 Madison Street

Who owns 898 Madison Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is United Group 555 LLC.

Does 898 Madison Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 47 housing violations at this property.

Is 898 Madison 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 898 Madison Street built?

City records list 1899 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 898 Madison Street?

It has 2 residential units.

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