236 Howard Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11233BBL 3-01524-0028Map
Owner of record: Ds Brooklyn Portfolio Owner LLC
236 Howard Avenue is a mixed residential and retail building built in 1910 in Brooklyn, 11233. It has 6 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is Ds Brooklyn Portfolio Owner LLC. HPD has recorded 224 housing violations here, most recently on May 7, 2026. 4 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.
- HPD violations
- 224
- DOB violations
- 17
- ECB violations
- 3
- HPD complaints
- 466
What to know
Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.
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 · 224
- ANon-hazardous
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 7, 2026
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system locked door leading to basement at public hall, 1st story
Feb 1, 2026
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of heat for the apartment in the 1st room from east at south located at apt 1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Feb 1, 2026 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of heat for the apartment in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jan 8, 2026 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system locked door at cellar at boiler room
Jan 8, 2026
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
May 15, 2025 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Apr 4, 2025 · Apt 1
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - CImmediately hazardous
Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Apr 4, 2025 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system door locked at boiler room
Apr 4, 2025
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Replace with new the missing radiator in the 4th room from east located at apt 1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Mar 27, 2025 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation dismissed
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- CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of hot water exceeding maximum temperature of 130 degrees at all hot water fixture in the kitchen located at apt 1, 12th story, 1st apartment from south at west
Mar 2, 2025 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system door locked at basement at boiler room
Feb 9, 2025
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of heat for the apartment in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Feb 9, 2025 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of hot water exceeding the maximum temperature of 130 at hot water fixure in kitchen in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jan 25, 2025 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system door locked at basement at boiler room
Jan 25, 2025
Open — Not complied with - CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of heat for the apartment in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jan 25, 2025 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system locked door at basement at boiler room
Jan 11, 2025
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the 3rd room from east located at apt apt6, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 11, 2025 · Apt APT6
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of heat for the apartment in the 3rd room from east located at apt apt6, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 11, 2025 · Apt APT6
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system locked door to boiler room at boiler room
Jan 4, 2025
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of heat for the apartment in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jan 4, 2025 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation closed - 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 29, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
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 16, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system locked door at boiler room
Jan 22, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 4, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 22, 2024 · Apt 4
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 4, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 22, 2024 · Apt 4
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 4, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 22, 2024 · Apt 4
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective in the entrance located at apt 4, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 22, 2024 · Apt 4
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of heat for the apartment in the entire apartment located at apt 4, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 22, 2024 · Apt 4
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Remove all encumbrances consisting of household items at public hall stairs, 4th story
May 1, 2023
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system door to cellar and/or boiler room locked at boiler room
May 1, 2023
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 4, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
May 1, 2023 · Apt 4
Closed — Violation closed - 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 14, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
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 8, 2022
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.
Apr 16, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
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 16, 2021
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.
Apr 9, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
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 9, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Provide glass pane at building entrance door , 1st story
Mar 15, 2021
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of plexi glass at building entrance door , 1st story
Mar 15, 2021
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector defective located at apt 1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Dec 15, 2020 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Arrange and make self-closing the doors in the entrance located at apt 1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Dec 15, 2020 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective located at apt 1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Dec 15, 2020 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system at boiler room
Sep 8, 2020
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Sep 8, 2020 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... at northwall approximatley 9 square feet in the bathroom located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east original violation 13748363 issued 30-jul-20 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code §27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).
Jul 30, 2020 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
§ 329, m/d law and dept. rules and regs. provide a completed certificate of inspection visits in a proper frame at or near mailboxes, bottom edge of frame between 48-62 inches above floor at vestibule
Jul 30, 2020
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... at northwall approximatley 9 square feet in the bathroom located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jul 30, 2020 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of scalding hot water at 140 degrees in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jul 30, 2020 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Code: arrange and make self-closing the doors door at roof bulkhead at public hall, 4th story
Jul 30, 2020
Closed — Violation closed
DOB building violations · 17
- Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2024 external low pressure inspection
Nov 14, 2025
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2023 external low pressure inspection
Sep 23, 2024
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2020 external low pressure inspection
Jun 30, 2023
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2021 external low pressure inspection
Jun 30, 2023
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2018 external low pressure inspection
Jun 20, 2023
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2018 external low pressure inspection
Jun 20, 2023
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2019 external low pressure inspection
Jun 20, 2023
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2022 external low pressure inspection
Apr 25, 2023
Dob violation - active - 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
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2016 inspection report
Apr 6, 2018
Dob violation - dismissed
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- Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2015 inspection report
Feb 24, 2017
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2011 inspection report
Mar 1, 2013
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 - 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 1, 2009
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 3, 2008
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 3, 2008
Dob violation - dismissed
ECB violations · 3
- Class - 2
Failure to maintain bldg. defect is in that hardware is defective at front door knob is broken and keeps coming off making it hard to open front door. remedy: repair/replace. make all necessary repairs to front
Mar 3, 2009 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Failure to maintain bldg (interior) noted:vestibule ceiling exposed beams (wood) which is rotting & decrepit area of exposed ceiling joist is 2' x 3'.remedy:make area safe make all necessary
Jul 5, 2006 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Work without a permit. the 1st floor c & j grocery store has been ex- tended at the rear by approx. 25ft.x 25ft. by cutting throught the rear wall. remedy:obtain the necessary approvals permits or restore
Sep 23, 1993 · Penalty $350
Resolve
Complaints
- Electric
Power outage
Sep 11, 2026 · Apt 4
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 29, 2026 · Apt 1
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 25, 2026 · Apt 1
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 5, 2026 · Apt 1
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 5, 2026 · Apt 1
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 30, 2025 · Apt 1
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Apr 8, 2025 · Apt 1
Close - Plumbing
Radiator
Apr 8, 2025 · Apt 1
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Apr 7, 2025 · Apt 1
Close - Plumbing
Radiator
Apr 7, 2025 · Apt 1
Close
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- Plumbing
Water supply
Mar 27, 2025 · Apt 1
Close - Plumbing
Radiator
Mar 27, 2025 · Apt 1
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Mar 26, 2025 · Apt 1
Close - Plumbing
Radiator
Mar 26, 2025 · Apt 1
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Mar 17, 2025 · Apt 1
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Mar 17, 2025 · Apt 1
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Mar 6, 2025 · Apt 1
Close - Plumbing
Radiator
Mar 6, 2025 · Apt 1
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Mar 1, 2025 · Apt 1
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 20, 2025 · Apt 1
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Feb 17, 2025 · Apt 1
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Feb 9, 2025 · Apt 1
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Feb 7, 2025 · Apt 1
Close - Plumbing
Radiator
Feb 7, 2025 · Apt 1
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Feb 7, 2025 · Apt 1
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 23, 2025 · Apt 1
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 22, 2025 · Apt 1
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 13, 2025 · Apt 1
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 8, 2025 · Apt APT6
Close - Plumbing
Radiator
Jan 3, 2025 · Apt 1
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 3, 2025 · Apt 1
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Dec 28, 2024 · Apt APT1
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 18, 2024 · Apt 4
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 18, 2024 · Apt 4
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
May 1, 2023 · Apt 1
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
May 1, 2023 · Apt 1
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Apr 30, 2023 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Apr 28, 2023 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Mar 7, 2023 · Apt BLDG
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Mar 2, 2023 · Apt 3
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Mar 30, 2022 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Mar 30, 2022 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Mar 11, 2022 · Apt 1
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Feb 4, 2022 · Apt 1
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Mar 12, 2021 · Apt 1
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Mar 8, 2021 · Apt 1
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 23, 2021 · Apt 1
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 30, 2021 · Apt 1
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 18, 2021 · Apt 1
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 16, 2021 · Apt 1
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Mixed residential and retail building (S9)
- Year built
- 1910
- Floors
- 4
- Residential units
- 6
- Building area
- 11,000 ft²
- Lot area
- 3,042 ft²
- Zoning
- R6B
- Community board
- 303
- Council district
- 41
- Block / lot
- 1524 / 28
- Assessed value
- $704,250
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #333340, last renewed Jul 15, 2026.
Questions about 236 Howard Avenue
Who owns 236 Howard Avenue?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Ds Brooklyn Portfolio Owner LLC.
Does 236 Howard Avenue have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 224 housing violations at this property.
Is 236 Howard 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 Howard Avenue built?
City records list 1910 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 236 Howard Avenue?
It has 6 residential units and 8 units in total.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.