846 Hancock Street
Brooklyn, NY 11233BBL 3-01490-0027Map
Owner of record: Kurian, Ajay
846 Hancock Street is a two-family home built in 1901 in Brooklyn, 11233. It has 2 residential units across 2 floors. The owner of record is Kurian, Ajay. HPD has recorded 25 housing violations here, most recently on November 24, 2025. 5 of the 25 most recent violations are still open.
- HPD violations
- 25
- DOB violations
- 4
- ECB violations
- 8
- HPD complaints
- 34
What to know
No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.
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 · 25
- 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 24, 2025
Open — Info 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.
Dec 4, 2024
Open — Info 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 28, 2023
Open — Info 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 17, 2022
Open — Info 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.
Mar 16, 2022
Open — Info 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 7, 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.
Jan 9, 2018
Closed — Violation dismissed - IInformation / order
Apartments have been issued a commissioner's order and occupants are in need of relocation services. apartments cannot be re-occupied unitl the commissioner's order is revoked after hpd inspection of apartments. commissioner's order #14/0029 in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story
Oct 15, 2014 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation closed - IInformation / order
Apartments have been issued a commissioner's order and occupants are in need of relocation services. apartments cannot be re-occupied unitl the commissioner's order is revoked after hpd inspection of apartments. commissioner's order #14/0030 in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story
Oct 15, 2014 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Provide adequate supply of cold water for the fixtures ... in the entire apartment located at apt 2fl, 2nd story
Apr 16, 2014 · Apt 2FL
Closed — Violation closed
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- CImmediately hazardous
Repair the roof so that it will not leak at ceiling in the entire apartment located at apt 2fl, 2nd story
Apr 16, 2014 · Apt 2FL
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in uniform color the ceilings and walls in the entire apartment located at apt 2fl, 2nd story
Apr 16, 2014 · Apt 2FL
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in uniform color the ceiling in the 3rd room from north at east located at apt 2fl, 2nd story
Apr 16, 2014 · Apt 2FL
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in uniform color the ceiling in the 1st room from north at east located at apt 2fl, 2nd story
Apr 16, 2014 · Apt 2FL
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective building entrance door frame at 1st story
Apr 16, 2014
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Repair the flushing apparatus and maintain same so as to flush effectively the water closet ... in the bathroom located at apt 2fl, 2nd story
Apr 16, 2014 · Apt 2FL
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Replace with new the missing 1 baluster at balustrade at public hall stairs, 1st story
Apr 16, 2014
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in uniform color the ceilings and walls all stories at public hall
Apr 16, 2014
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Remove all encumbrances consisting of household items and rubbish in the scuttle closet at public hall, 2nd story
Apr 16, 2014
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets hot and cold water in the bathroom located at apt 2fl, 2nd story
Apr 16, 2014 · Apt 2FL
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets hot and cold water in the kitchen located at apt 2fl, 2nd story
Apr 16, 2014 · Apt 2FL
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair and abate unsafe electric wiring condition consisting of exposed wires at ceilings in the entire apartment located at apt 2fl, 2nd story
Apr 16, 2014 · Apt 2FL
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide adequate supply of hot water for the fixtures ... in the entire apartment located at apt 2fl, 2nd story
Apr 16, 2014 · Apt 2FL
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective lock at building entrance door
Apr 16, 2014
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures gas range in the kitchen located at apt 1, 1st story
Oct 2, 2008 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation closed
DOB building violations · 4
- Unsafe buildings none
Ub-unsafe buildings none
Sep 5, 2018
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Oct 8, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed - Immediate emergency anythingoptional
Imegncy-immediate emergency anythingoptional
Sep 3, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Apr 9, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed
ECB violations · 8
- Class - 2
Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#35355881j issued on 09-27-18 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. for failure to safeguard. remedy: comply w/comm's order &/or fi
Nov 11, 2018 · Penalty $625
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain adequate housekeeping per section requirements-construction material debris not properly stored or removed from site. atrear of premises observed excessive amount of debris w/ debris blown/o
Sep 27, 2018
Resolve - Class - 1
Work does not conform to approved construction documents and/or approved amendments-at time of inspection-entire roof line completely removed w/ all wood joist removed&replaced contrary to approved plans/amendm
Sep 27, 2018
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to safeguard all people/persons and property affected by construction operations. at time of inspection observed improper/lack of personal protection equipment to (3)workers-wearing non protective equip
Sep 27, 2018
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply w/the commissioner's order to file a certificate of correction with the dob for nov #35086278m issued on 07/12/14 pursuantto 28-204.4 & 1rcny 102-01. at time of violation building remain vacat
Oct 28, 2014 · Penalty $2,000
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner.note:ceiling in the kitchen & the bathroom has collapsed with holes.noted:exposing the timber work(rafters)above ceiling in the bedroom of the 1st fl is also in
Jul 12, 2014 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Class - 2
Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the building dept records. note:bldg dept records indicate that premises is a 2family dwelling now exists at 2nd flr three single room dwelling, w/community restroom and ki
Jan 16, 2014 · Penalty $3,000
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner.note: throughout premises exists holes in walls and ceilings, 2nd floor bathroom missing 3/4 of ceiling revealing roof rafters and sheathing. front yard has br
Jan 16, 2014 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve
Complaints
- Paint/plaster
Wall
Aug 20, 2014 · Apt 2FL
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Aug 20, 2014 · Apt 2FL
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Aug 20, 2014 · Apt 2FL
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Jul 19, 2014 · Apt 1
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Jul 19, 2014 · Apt 1
Close - Water leak
Heavy flow
Jul 19, 2014 · Apt 1
Close - Water leak
Heavy flow
Jul 19, 2014 · Apt 1
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jul 19, 2014 · Apt 1
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jul 19, 2014 · Apt 1
Close - Safety
Window guard broken/missing
Jul 19, 2014 · Apt 1
Close
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- Heat/hot water
Entire building
Apr 14, 2014 · Apt 2FL
Close - Water leak
Heavy flow
Apr 14, 2014 · Apt 2FL
Close - Water leak
Heavy flow
Apr 14, 2014 · Apt 2FL
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Apr 14, 2014 · Apt 2FL
Close - Door/window
Door
Apr 14, 2014 · Apt 2FL
Close - Door/window
Door
Apr 14, 2014 · Apt 2FL
Close - Plumbing
Toilet
Apr 14, 2014 · Apt 2FL
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Apr 6, 2014 · Apt 2FL
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Apr 6, 2014 · Apt 2FL
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 4, 2013 · Apt BLDG
Close - General
Cooking gas
Dec 4, 2013 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heating
Heat related
Nov 27, 2013 · Apt PVT
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Apr 20, 2012 · Apt 2L
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Apr 20, 2012 · Apt 2L
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Apr 20, 2012 · Apt 2L
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Apr 20, 2012 · Apt 2L
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Oct 1, 2008 · Apt BLDG
Close - General
Cooking gas
Oct 1, 2008 · Apt BLDG
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Jul 22, 2008 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heating
Heat related
Feb 21, 2008 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 2, 2007 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heating
Heat related
Nov 15, 2006 · Apt BLDG
Close - General
Cooking gas
Nov 15, 2006 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heating
Heat related
Oct 21, 2006 · Apt BLDG
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Two-family home (B3)
- Year built
- 1901
- Floors
- 2
- Residential units
- 2
- Building area
- 2,160 ft²
- Lot area
- 1,800 ft²
- Zoning
- R6B
- Community board
- 303
- Council district
- 41
- Block / lot
- 1490 / 27
- Assessed value
- $87,360
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #817457, last renewed Mar 23, 2021.
Questions about 846 Hancock Street
Who owns 846 Hancock Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Kurian, Ajay.
Does 846 Hancock Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 25 housing violations at this property.
Is 846 Hancock 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 846 Hancock Street built?
City records list 1901 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 846 Hancock 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.