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656 Mac Donough Street

Brooklyn, NY 11233BBL 3-01501-0002Map

Owner of record: Benbow Karen

656 Mac Donough Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1910 in Brooklyn, 11233. It has 4 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is Benbow Karen. HPD has recorded 25 housing violations here, most recently on May 5, 2026. 15 of the 25 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
25
DOB violations
9
ECB violations
0
HPD complaints
50

What to know

Concern
1 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation May 5, 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 · 25

  • 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 5, 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 20, 2025

    Open — Info 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.

    Jun 10, 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 29, 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 11, 2024

    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 22, 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 23, 2023

    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 14, 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.

    Mar 1, 2022

    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.

    Mar 1, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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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.

    Apr 12, 2021

    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.

    Oct 30, 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 18, 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 27, 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.

    Nov 10, 2016

    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 13, 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 23, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of bedbugs in the entire apartment located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 8, 2012 · Apt 3L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Replace with new the broken or defective cabinet at wash basin in the bathroom located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 8, 2012 · Apt 3L

    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) ceiling, west wall in the private hallway located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 8, 2012 · Apt 3L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the roof so that it will not leak at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Oct 15, 2008 · Apt 3R

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

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing , 3rd story, apartment

    Oct 15, 2008 · Apt 3R

    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., 3rd story, apartment

    Oct 15, 2008 · Apt 3R

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

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice , 3rd story, apartment

    Oct 15, 2008 · Apt 3R

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

    Properly secure the loose metal flashing on external window frame in the kitchen located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Oct 15, 2008 · Apt 3R

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation

DOB building violations · 9

  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 27, 2001

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • 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 · 0

No ECB violations on record

Complaints

  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Jun 30, 2016 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Mar 6, 2014 · Apt 1

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Mar 6, 2014 · Apt 1

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Mar 6, 2014 · Apt 1

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Mar 6, 2014 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Mar 6, 2014 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Mar 6, 2014 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Mar 6, 2014 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Feb 24, 2014 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Feb 24, 2014 · Apt 1

    Close
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  • General

    Windows

    Jan 17, 2014 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Jan 17, 2014 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Electric

    Bell-buzzer/intercom

    Jan 17, 2014 · Apt 1

    Close
  • General

    Locks

    Jan 17, 2014 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Jan 17, 2014 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Oct 18, 2012 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Oct 18, 2012 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Oct 18, 2012 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Aug 1, 2012 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Aug 1, 2012 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Aug 1, 2012 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    May 3, 2012 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Apr 20, 2012 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Oct 20, 2011 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Oct 20, 2011 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Oct 20, 2011 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Oct 20, 2011 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Dec 2, 2009 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Dec 2, 2009 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Sep 18, 2009 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Sep 18, 2009 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Sep 18, 2009 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Sep 18, 2009 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Jan 2, 2009 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Jan 2, 2009 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Oct 14, 2008 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Electric

    Bell-buzzer/intercom

    Oct 14, 2008 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Oct 14, 2008 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Oct 14, 2008 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 3, 2008 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 28, 2007 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 20, 2007 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Jan 28, 2005 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Jan 28, 2005 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Jan 28, 2005 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • General

    Ceramic-tile

    Jan 28, 2005 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Jan 28, 2005 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 28, 2005 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 19, 2005 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 18, 2005 · Apt 1R

    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 (C3)
Year built
1910
Floors
3
Residential units
4
Building area
5,250 ft²
Lot area
2,500 ft²
Zoning
R6B
Community board
303
Council district
41
Block / lot
1501 / 2
Assessed value
$649,800
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #366643, last renewed Feb 28, 2025.

Questions about 656 Mac Donough Street

Who owns 656 Mac Donough Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Benbow Karen.

Does 656 Mac Donough Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 25 housing violations at this property.

Is 656 Mac Donough 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 656 Mac Donough Street built?

City records list 1910 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 656 Mac Donough Street?

It has 4 residential units.

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