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56 Somers Street

Brooklyn, NY 11233BBL 3-01542-0012Map

Owner of record: Gustavia Home, LLC

56 Somers Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1899 in Brooklyn, 11233. It has 5 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is Gustavia Home, LLC. HPD has recorded 135 housing violations here, most recently on May 5, 2026. 49 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
135
DOB violations
5
ECB violations
27
HPD complaints
149

What to know

Concern
26 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 · 135

  • 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
  • C

    Provide a safe and adequate supply of electric service to the fixtures throughout in the entire apartment located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jan 9, 2026 · Apt 2B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at bulkhead door , 3rd story

    Dec 29, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at building entrance door

    Dec 29, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Post notice, in form approved by the department, stating the name and location of the person designated by the owner to have key to buildings heating system missing at public hall

    Dec 29, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 sq ft at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Dec 29, 2025 · Apt 2B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Dec 29, 2025 · Apt 2B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system door locked to cellar at public hall at boiler room, 1st story

    Dec 29, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

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

    Dec 29, 2025 · Apt 2B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of heat for the apartment in the entire apartment located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Dec 29, 2025 · Apt 2B

    Open — Nov sent out
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  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at vestibule door

    Dec 29, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 sq ft at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west original violation 18535476 issued 29-dec-25 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code 27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).

    Dec 29, 2025 · Apt 2B

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of free standing radiator at public hall, 2nd story

    Dec 29, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide a safe and adequate supply of electric service to the fixtures at ceiling at public hall, 3rd story

    Dec 20, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of free standing radiator at public hall, 3rd story

    Dec 20, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide a safe and adequate supply of electric service to the fixtures at ceiling at public hall, 2nd story

    Dec 20, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of free standing radiator at public hall, 1st story

    Dec 20, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of free standing radiator at public hall, 2nd story

    Dec 20, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of household articles at public hall, 3rd story

    Dec 17, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    § 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 [ missing frame ] at public hall, 1st story

    Dec 17, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Post and maintain a proper sign on wall of entrance story showing the registration number assigned by the department and the address of the building. at public hall, 1st story

    Dec 17, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mailbox [ missing notice ] at public hall, 1st story

    Dec 17, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Post a proper notice of carbon monoxide detecting device requirements, in a form approved by commissioner, in a common area of a class a multiple dwelling near inspection certificate or provide notice to tenants in private dwellings [ missing notice ]

    Dec 17, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Post and maintain a proper notice on wall of the entrance story in english and spanish on the availability of the agencys housing information guide. a sample notice can be found at www.nyc.gov/hpd.

    Dec 17, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Post, in a form approved by the commissioner, and maintain a notice in a common area of the building regarding the procedures that should be followed when a gas leak is suspected

    Dec 17, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at vestibule entrance , 1st story

    Dec 17, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at building entrance , 1st story

    Dec 17, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Remove the illegal fastening hasp and eye capable of being padlocked at door leading to roof at south at bulkhead , 3rd story

    Dec 17, 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 20, 2025

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of plywood used as door at bulk-head , 3rd story

    Nov 17, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Nov 17, 2025 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of free standing radiator at public hall, 3rd story

    Nov 17, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules that is missing in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Nov 17, 2025 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at bulkhead , 3rd story

    Nov 17, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Remove the illegal fastening padlockable sliding bolt at door at bulk-head , 3rd story

    Nov 17, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations that is missing in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Nov 17, 2025 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Install the missing or repair/replace the defective window guard(s) in accordance with the specifications of the new york city health code section 24 rcny chapter 12. wg to install = 1, wg to replace = 0, wg to repair = 1 in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Nov 17, 2025 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair and abate unsafe electric wiring condition consisting of exposed electrical wiring at junction box at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Nov 17, 2025 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures at stove in the kitchen located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Nov 17, 2025 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Provide a safe and adequate supply of electric service to the fixtures at all walls and ceiling throughout in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Nov 17, 2025 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of free standing radiator at public hall, 2nd story

    Nov 17, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of free standing radiator at public hall, 1st story

    Nov 17, 2025

    Open — 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

    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.

    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

    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.

    Mar 24, 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

    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.

    Mar 2, 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 2, 2022

    Open — Info nov sent out

DOB building violations · 5

  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Jun 13, 2012

    Dob violation - active
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Jun 29, 2011

    Dob violation - active
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Jan 13, 2011

    Dob violation - active
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Dec 2, 2010

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Apr 30, 2009

    Dob violation - active

ECB violations · 27

  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply w/the commissioner's order contained in notice of violation #34711295z issued on 11/17/08. remedy: comply w/the comm's order.

    Aug 31, 2012 · Penalty $25,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/the commissioner's order to file a c of c w/the dept of buildings for notice of violation #34927186m issued on 3/13/12 pursuant to 28-204.4 & 1rcny 102-01. for failure to maintain.

    Jul 20, 2012 · Penalty $8,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply with the commissioner's order contained in notice ofviolation #34711295z issued on 11/17/08 for work without a permit. remcomply with the commissioner's order.

    Jul 20, 2012 · Penalty $24,000

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply w/the commissioner's order contained in notice of violation #34711295z issued on 11/7/08. for work w/o a permit subdivision of 2nd & 3rd floors. remedy: comply w/the comm's order.

    May 8, 2012 · Penalty $24,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner:no fire stopping perbc 712.3;27-345. noted:approx50% of fire rated ceiling missing including boiler room clg & electrical cables & wires randomly hanging with s

    Mar 13, 2012 · Penalty $5,000

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply w/the commissioner's order contained in notice of violation #34711295z issued on 11/7/08. subdivided 2nd & 3rd fl apts into 3 rms each,w/o a permit. note: plastering/painting being done at tim

    Mar 13, 2012 · Penalty $12,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply w/the commissioner's order contained in notice of violation #34711295z issued on 11/7/08. for work w/o a permit-illegal plumbing,partitions etc. remedy: comply w/the comm's order.

    Jan 12, 2012 · Penalty $12,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply w/the commissioner's order contained in nov #34711295z issued on 11.7.08.(for work w/o permit illegal plumbing partitions). remedy: comply w/the commissioner's order.

    Nov 15, 2011 · Penalty $24,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply w/the commissioner's order contained in notice of violation #34711295z issued on 11/17/08. for more done w/o a permit. remedy: comply w/the comm's order.

    Sep 1, 2011 · Penalty $24,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply w/ the comms order contained in nov#34711295z issued on 11/17/08.rem:comply w/ comms order.

    Jul 27, 2011 · Penalty $24,000

    Resolve
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  • Class - 1

    Failure to correct conditions cited in nov#34711295z for work done w/oa permit created class a apt rem: correct conditions cited

    May 18, 2011 · Penalty $24,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Unlawful acts failure to comply w/an order of the comm's.respondent failed to correct conditions cited on prior vio ecb#34711295z,for work done w/o a permit-subdivided 1st,2nd & 3rd flr into 2 apts each flr.rem

    Mar 16, 2011 · Penalty $12,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by c/o & dob records. bldg converted from 3 sty 3 apts into 3 sty 6 apts. all apts have subdivided. remedy: discontinue illegal use of amended c/o.

    Feb 1, 2011 · Penalty $12,000

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply w/ comm's order to correct vio#347112952 for work w/o permit.no record of correction.rem:comply w/ comms order & obtain permit.

    Jan 10, 2011 · Penalty $12,000

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply w/comm's order to correct vio#34711295z for work w/opermit.no record of correction.rem:comply w/comm's order & obtain permit

    Oct 7, 2010 · Penalty $12,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply w/comm's order to correct vio#34711295z for work w/opermit.no record of correction.rem:comply w/comm's order & obtain permit

    Aug 30, 2010 · Penalty $24,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to correct condition cited in nov 34711295z for work done w/o a permit rem: correct condition cited in 34711295z

    Apr 30, 2010 · Penalty $12,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain bldg noted gutters on the roof top not properly installed rain water due to improper drainage leaking into tenants window causing damage to exterior and interior walls rem: maintain bldg mak

    Apr 21, 2010 · Penalty $2,500

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Unlawful acts.failure to comply with an order of the commissioner noted: respondent failed to correct the conditions cited in the prior nov 34711295z having constructed full height partitions on each fl 1,2

    Nov 24, 2009 · Penalty $24,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Fail to comply w.comm order to file a certificate of correction w.dob noted: respondent failed to comply w.comm order to correct the violating conditions & file certificate of correction pursuant to 28-204.2 fo

    Nov 24, 2009 · Penalty $4,000

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/ comm order to file cert of correction w/ dob pursuant to 28-204.2 for violation 34776435z rem: file cert of correction

    Oct 2, 2009 · Penalty $4,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Provision of law 28-201.14 failure to comply with the commissioner's order to obtain a permit per violations#34711295z, issued 11/17/08 for work without permit" floor 1,2,3. rem: comply with commissioner's ord

    Jun 4, 2009 · Penalty $8,000

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain building defect is in that(ceiling) had collapsed in kitchen in apt #2a. also other pieces of sheetrock hanging. remedy:repair & or replace make all necessary repairs.

    Apr 30, 2009 · Penalty $5,000

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Work without permit. note: erected full height partitions in sibdividing the 1st,2nd&3rd floors into 2apartments eac. three piece bathroom and kitchen with gas stove observed. rem: obtain permit to legalized pr

    Nov 17, 2008 · Penalty $8,000

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Residence altered for occupancy as a dwelling for more than the legally approved # of families. building department records indicates that residence is a legal 3 family, residence now converted for occupancy by

    Nov 17, 2008 · Penalty $13,000

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner. due to a leaking roof rain water has damaged the third floor ceiling over the hallway where a section of approximately 4'x5' has collapsed leaving a gaping

    Nov 17, 2008 · Penalty $5,000

    Active
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to maintain bldg. defect is: handrails are missing from main staircase-2nd story up to roof level. remedy: provide handrails and maintain in staircase at all times.

    Aug 27, 2005 · Penalty $2,500

    Active

Complaints

  • Electric

    Power outage

    Jan 7, 2026 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 26, 2025 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 22, 2025 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Dec 18, 2025 · Apt 56

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 18, 2025 · Apt 56

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 17, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Electric

    Power outage

    Dec 17, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 16, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Electric

    Power outage

    Dec 16, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 15, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
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  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 12, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Electric

    No lighting

    Nov 13, 2025 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    Nov 13, 2025 · Apt 3

    Close
  • General

    Signage missing

    Mar 29, 2019 · Apt L

    Close
  • Water leak

    Damp spot

    Mar 29, 2019 · Apt L

    Close
  • Electric

    Electric-supply

    Aug 16, 2012 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Electric

    Electric-supply

    Aug 16, 2012 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Dec 29, 2011 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 29, 2011 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 29, 2011 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 27, 2011 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 26, 2011 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 26, 2011 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 11, 2011 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Electric

    Electric-supply

    Oct 10, 2011 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Oct 10, 2011 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Electric

    Electric-supply

    Oct 10, 2011 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 4, 2011 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Aug 24, 2011 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Jul 25, 2011 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    May 12, 2011 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Electric

    Electric-supply

    May 10, 2011 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Electric

    Electric-supply

    May 10, 2011 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 23, 2010 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 14, 2010 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 8, 2010 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Electric

    Electric-supply

    Oct 18, 2010 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 18, 2010 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Electric

    Electric-supply

    Jul 19, 2010 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Sewer

    Jul 6, 2010 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Electric

    Electric-supply

    Jul 6, 2010 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Electric

    Electric-supply

    Jul 1, 2010 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Jun 21, 2010 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Electric

    Electric-supply

    Jun 21, 2010 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Sewer

    Jun 19, 2010 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Sewer

    Jun 13, 2010 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Electric

    Electric-supply

    Jun 8, 2010 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Jun 8, 2010 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Electric

    Electric-supply

    Jun 6, 2010 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Electric

    Electric-supply

    Jun 6, 2010 · Apt 1B

    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 (C5)
Year built
1899
Floors
3
Residential units
5
Building area
3,300 ft²
Lot area
1,660 ft²
Zoning
R6
Community board
316
Council district
37
Block / lot
1542 / 12
Assessed value
$408,600
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #323888, last renewed Oct 24, 2017.

Questions about 56 Somers Street

Who owns 56 Somers Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Gustavia Home, LLC.

Does 56 Somers Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 135 housing violations at this property.

Is 56 Somers 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 56 Somers Street built?

City records list 1899 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 56 Somers Street?

It has 5 residential units.

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