886 Lafayette Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11221BBL 3-01609-0038Map
Owner of record: Zela M Scott
886 Lafayette Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1899 in Brooklyn, 11221. It has 3 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is Zela M Scott. HPD has recorded 128 housing violations here, most recently on May 5, 2026. 44 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.
- HPD violations
- 128
- DOB violations
- 0
- ECB violations
- 1
- HPD complaints
- 141
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 · 128
- 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 5, 2026
Open — 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 20, 2025
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.
Jun 10, 2025
Open — Nov sent out - 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 10, 2024
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Remove all encumbrances consisting of bicycles, baby carriage, shoe racks and other household items at public hall, 2nd story
Mar 24, 2024
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Dec 12, 2023 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Dec 12, 2023 · Apt 2
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector inoperative in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Dec 12, 2023 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). inoperative in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Dec 12, 2023 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Dec 12, 2023 · Apt 2
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
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- ANon-hazardous
Reset, so as to secure a proper and tight connection, the water closet bowl in the bathroom located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Dec 12, 2023 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Remove all obstructions from water closet in the bathroom located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Dec 12, 2023 · Apt 2
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 21, 2023
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system not accessible locked door at basement at 1st boiler room from north at west, section ''b''
Oct 10, 2023
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective inoperable upper window sash spring balance. in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Oct 10, 2023 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - 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
Oct 10, 2023 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at west wall in the kitchenette located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Oct 10, 2023 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at north wall in the foyer located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Oct 10, 2023 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective upper window sash balance in the 4th room from east located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Oct 10, 2023 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Oct 10, 2023 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
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
Oct 10, 2023 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Oct 10, 2023 · Apt 2
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Oct 10, 2023 · Apt 2
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak over ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Oct 10, 2023 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling and east wall in the bathroom located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Oct 10, 2023 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
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. at public hall
May 16, 2023
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing at public hall
May 16, 2023
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Post a proper notice of carbon monoxide detecting device requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, in a common area of a class a multiple dwelling near inspection certificate or provide notice to tenants in a private dwelling.
May 16, 2023
Open — Nov sent out - 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 missing at public hall
May 16, 2023
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east
May 16, 2023 · Apt 2
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east
May 16, 2023 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east
May 16, 2023 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling, east wall in the bathroom located at apt 2, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east
May 16, 2023 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling, east wall in the bathroom located at apt 2, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east
May 16, 2023 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the bathroom located at apt 2, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east
May 16, 2023 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
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 at public hall
May 16, 2023
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective counter balance spring of the top sash of the window in the 2nd room from east at south located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 28, 2023 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective counter balance spring of the lower sash of the west window providing access to the fire escape in the 1st room from east at south located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 28, 2023 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice at public hall, 1st story
Mar 28, 2023
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector :missing in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 28, 2023 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 28, 2023 · Apt 2
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - BHazardous
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
Mar 28, 2023 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 28, 2023 · Apt 2
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - 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 23, 2023
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
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, 1st story
Jan 20, 2023
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective vestibule door at public hall, 1st story
Jan 20, 2023
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective building entrance door at public hall, 1st story
Jan 20, 2023
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
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 at public hall, 1st story
Jan 20, 2023
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Post a proper notice of carbon monoxide detecting device requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, in a common area of a class a multiple dwelling near inspection certificate or provide notice to tenants in a private dwelling.
Jan 20, 2023
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box missing at public hall, 1st story
Jan 20, 2023
Open — Nov sent out
DOB building violations · 0
No DOB violations on record
ECB violations · 1
- Class - 2
Observed apt # 2 instate of disrepair condition with fire escape window damage & sash does not stay in place, slope / cracks on flooring, also observed exterior front facade stone has vertical cracks, step crac
Nov 11, 2022 · Penalty $3,125
Active
Complaints
- Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Mar 23, 2024 · Apt 2
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Mar 23, 2024 · Apt 2
Close - Water leak
Heavy flow
Mar 23, 2024 · Apt 2
Close - Outside building
Skylight
Dec 12, 2023 · Apt 2
Close - Door/window
Door frame
Dec 12, 2023 · Apt 2
Close - Outside building
Roofing
Dec 12, 2023 · Apt 2
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Dec 12, 2023 · Apt 2
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Dec 12, 2023 · Apt 2
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Dec 12, 2023 · Apt 2
Close - Plumbing
Toilet
Dec 12, 2023 · Apt 2
Close
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- Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Dec 12, 2023 · Apt 2
Close - Plumbing
Toilet
Dec 12, 2023 · Apt 2
Close - Electric
No lighting
Dec 12, 2023 · Apt 2
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 12, 2023 · Apt 2
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 20, 2023 · Apt 2
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Oct 15, 2023 · Apt 2
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Oct 13, 2023 · Apt 2
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Oct 9, 2023 · Apt 2
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Oct 9, 2023 · Apt 2
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Oct 9, 2023 · Apt 2
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Oct 9, 2023 · Apt 2
Close - Water leak
Damp spot
Oct 9, 2023 · Apt 2
Close - Door/window
Door
Oct 9, 2023 · Apt 2
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Oct 9, 2023 · Apt 2
Close - Outside building
Skylight
Aug 7, 2023 · Apt 2
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Aug 7, 2023 · Apt 2
Close - General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
Aug 7, 2023 · Apt 2
Close - Flooring/stairs
Stairs
Aug 7, 2023 · Apt 2
Close - Outside building
Roofing
Aug 7, 2023 · Apt 2
Close - Door/window
Window pane
Aug 7, 2023 · Apt 2
Close - General
Mailbox
Aug 7, 2023 · Apt 2
Close - Water leak
Damp spot
Aug 7, 2023 · Apt 2
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Aug 7, 2023 · Apt 2
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Aug 7, 2023 · Apt 2
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Apr 29, 2023 · Apt 2
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Mar 14, 2023 · Apt 2
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Mar 14, 2023 · Apt 2
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Mar 7, 2023 · Apt 2
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Nov 16, 2022 · Apt 2
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Nov 16, 2022 · Apt 2
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Nov 10, 2022 · Apt 2
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Nov 10, 2022 · Apt 2
Close - Safety
Window guard broken/missing
Nov 10, 2022 · Apt 2
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Nov 10, 2022 · Apt 2
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Nov 10, 2022 · Apt 2
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Nov 10, 2022 · Apt 2
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 10, 2022 · Apt 2
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Sep 28, 2022 · Apt 2
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Sep 8, 2022 · Apt 2
Close - Appliance
Refrigerator
Sep 8, 2022 · Apt 2
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C0)
- Year built
- 1899
- Floors
- 3
- Residential units
- 3
- Building area
- 3,496 ft²
- Lot area
- 1,942 ft²
- Zoning
- R6B
- Community board
- 303
- Council district
- 36
- Block / lot
- 1609 / 38
- Assessed value
- $94,200
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #354296, last renewed —.
Questions about 886 Lafayette Avenue
Who owns 886 Lafayette Avenue?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Zela M Scott.
Does 886 Lafayette Avenue have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 128 housing violations at this property.
Is 886 Lafayette 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 886 Lafayette Avenue built?
City records list 1899 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 886 Lafayette Avenue?
It has 3 residential units.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.