921 Greene Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11221BBL 3-01617-0083Map
Owner of record: Mcpherson, Paul
921 Greene 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 Mcpherson, Paul. HPD has recorded 41 housing violations here, most recently on May 4, 2026. 41 of the 41 most recent violations are still open.
- HPD violations
- 41
- DOB violations
- 3
- ECB violations
- 16
- HPD complaints
- 21
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 · 41
- 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 4, 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 19, 2025
Open — Info 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.
Jun 9, 2025
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 27, 2024
Open — Info 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 - 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
Open — Info 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.
Mar 23, 2023
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 10, 2022
Open — Info 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.
Feb 25, 2022
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.
Feb 25, 2022
Open — Info nov sent out
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- 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
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.
Apr 9, 2021
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.
Oct 30, 2019
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.
Oct 17, 2018
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 24, 2017
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 9, 2016
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.
Oct 9, 2015
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.
Feb 20, 2015
Open — Info nov sent out - BHazardous
Replace with new the missing electrical light fixture at ceiling at public hall, 2nd story
Jul 29, 2009
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective counter balances and springs lower sashes in windows throughout entire apt. (total- 18) located at apt 1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jul 15, 2009 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing located at apt 1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jul 15, 2009 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Remove the illegal fastening double cyclinder key operated lock on door in the entrance located at apt 1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jul 15, 2009 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the 3rd room from north at east located at apt 1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jul 15, 2009 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective window counter balance at lower sash in the 1st room from north located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jul 7, 2009 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the nuisance consisting of mold ... at east wall apprx;6sq.ft. in the foyer located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jul 7, 2009 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Remove the illegal fastening double cylinder lock at door to apartment in the entrance located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jul 7, 2009 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jul 7, 2009 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective window counter balance at lower sash west wall at kitchen, 1st story, apartment
Jun 28, 2009 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Remove the illegal fastening consisting of double cylinder key operated lock at lower floor at rear door, located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jun 28, 2009 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing. located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jun 28, 2009 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Provide 3 extra sprinkler heads and suitable wrench for emergency purposes at o.s.y. valve of sprinkler in accordance with the rules and regulations of this department [''
May 20, 2002
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Provide a piece of garden hose 10 feet in length with female coupling and a 10 quart pail on premises to test sprinkler system.
May 20, 2002
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Refit window throughout in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 3rd story
Feb 22, 2002 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color walls and ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 3, 3rd story
Feb 22, 2002 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 3, 3rd story
Feb 22, 2002 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department walls and ceiling throughout in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 3rd story
Feb 22, 2002 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the roof so that it will not leak onceiling ,walls in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 3rd story
Feb 22, 2002 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Section 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 frame missing.
Oct 6, 1986
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
D26-10.01 adm code & 309 m/d law abate the nuisance consisting of painted sprinkler heads 1 & 2 sty public hall.
Aug 9, 1985
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
D26-21.03 adm code paint or post a sign indicating floors on wall near stair all stys pub halls.
Dec 21, 1983
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
D26-10.01 adm code & 309 m/d law abate the nuisance consisting of uncaped gas line center cellar.
Dec 21, 1983
Open — Nov sent out
DOB building violations · 3
- Construction other optional
At time of inspection observed facade wall in disrepair condition. at exposure 2 above windows at two location missing section and exposed wood which rotted also step crack observed bellow window. at exp. 1 and 2 stone crumble and falling at multiple locations.
Jul 26, 2022
Dob violation - active - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Nov 12, 2008
Dob violation - active - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Aug 21, 2008
Vw-violation work without permit - active
ECB violations · 16
- Class - 2
Failure to comply with the commissioner's order to file a certificate of correction with the department of buildings for summons #39063933n., file a certificate of correction
Dec 2, 2025 · Penalty $1,250
Active - Class - 2
Failure to comply with the commissioner's order to file a certificate of correction with the department of buildings for summons # 39518624h., file a certificate of correction
Dec 2, 2025 · Penalty $1,250
Active - Class - 2
Failure to comply with the commissioner's order to file a certificate of correction with the department of buildings for summons # 39066674l., file a certificate of correction
Dec 2, 2025 · Penalty $1,250
Active - Class - 1
Work does not conform to approved construction documents and/or approved amendments. sidewalk shed installed under application #b01265745-i1-sh. 24 feet high scaffolding erected atop side walkshed and is not sh
Dec 2, 2025 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Class - 1
Found facade at exp 1&2 in a state of complete disrepair. stone and wood around windows are completely worn from weather and improper care. wood around second floor window at exp 2 (malcom x blvd side) is loose
Jun 30, 2023 · Penalty $12,500
Active - Class - 1
At time of inspection observed facade wall in disrepair condition. at exposure 2 above windows at two location missing section and exposed wood which rotted also step crack observed bellow window. at exp. 1 and
Jul 26, 2022 · Penalty $12,500
Active - Class - 1
Ftm building wall and or appurtenance.observed exposure# 2 wall(malcolm x blvd side) is missing section along the windows and walls.extreme deterioration at exp#2 due to weathering & maintenance being unkept. 3
Jun 10, 2022 · Penalty $12,500
Active - Class - 3
Failure to maintain bldg wall and/or appurtenances. exp wall 2 observed missing sections, flaking decorative brownstone over and/or under 1st and 2nd flr windows. also broken, cracked missing sections of wood
May 19, 2012 · Penalty $500
Active - Hazardous
Failure to maintain.noted:1-approx 10 cubic yards of garbage,old mattresses & construction debris dumped at front & sides.2-vertical & horizontal cracks in 1st floor brick work (on malcolm x blvd side.3-3rd fl
Jun 16, 2007 · Penalty $10,000
Active - Hazardous
Failure to maintain adequate housekeeping.note:more than 10 cubic yards of garbage,old mattresses & construction debris dumped at front & side of property.remedy:maintain adequate housekeeping.
Jun 16, 2007 · Penalty $1,000
Active
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- Hazardous
Failure to maintain bldg.note:at front yard miscellaneous debris,junk & broken glass is strewn around yard.at the rear side yard on the left(malcolm a blvd)side excessive debris & garbage is piled up in an
Feb 4, 2007 · Penalty $2,500
Active - Hazardous
Failure to maintain exterior bldg wall. noted: masonary around windowsand decorative trim spalling,cracked and in danger of falling with pieces of masonry on sidewalk from premises thru out premises this condit
Jul 2, 2005 · Penalty $2,500
Active - Hazardous
20050808yith sections missing.also at the front and west side the masonry is cracking spalling and loose at various locations.stone trims around the
Apr 22, 2005 · Penalty $10,000
Active - Hazardous
Failure to maintain:defect noted (1)cornice at roof level is defectivemissing facia allowing natural elements to penetrate interior. (2)br own stone masonary is cracked,spalling &loose at various location (3)
Dec 15, 2004
Resolve - Hazardous
Failure to maintain exterior bldg wall.noted:metal cornice at roof level defective.also metal railing collapsed onto sidewalk creating a hazardous condition and exposing wood fascia board at south and east exte
Jul 23, 2004 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Hazardous
Failure to maintain exterior building wall hazardous defect is: cracks, loose and defective masonry stone in various areas on north and west. elevator. remedy: make all repairs forty with provide protections
Aug 8, 2001
Resolve
Complaints
- Plumbing
Water supply
Jul 19, 2026 · Apt 1
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jul 19, 2026 · Apt 1
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Jul 25, 2009 · Apt 3
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jul 25, 2009 · Apt 3
Close - General
Mold
Jul 25, 2009 · Apt 3
Close - General
Mold
Jul 9, 2009 · Apt 1
Close - General
Windows
Jun 29, 2009 · Apt 1
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Jun 29, 2009 · Apt 1
Close - General
Mold
Jun 29, 2009 · Apt 1
Close - General
Windows
Jun 29, 2009 · Apt 1
Close
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- Plumbing
Water supply
Jun 29, 2009 · Apt 1
Close - Electric
Wiring
Jun 29, 2009 · Apt 1
Close - General
Mold
Jun 23, 2009 · Apt 1
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jun 23, 2009 · Apt 1
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Jun 23, 2009 · Apt 1
Close - General
Windows
Jun 23, 2009 · Apt 1
Close - General
Windows
Jun 23, 2009 · Apt 1
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Jun 23, 2009 · Apt 1
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Jun 23, 2007 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heating
Heat related
Mar 3, 2005 · Apt 2FL
Close - Appliance
Sprinker cert
Jul 26, 2004
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
- 3,600 ft²
- Lot area
- 1,600 ft²
- Zoning
- R6A
- Community board
- 303
- Council district
- 36
- Block / lot
- 1617 / 83
- Assessed value
- $146,280
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #345189, last renewed Jul 16, 2009.
Questions about 921 Greene Avenue
Who owns 921 Greene Avenue?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Mcpherson, Paul.
Does 921 Greene Avenue have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 41 housing violations at this property.
Is 921 Greene 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 921 Greene Avenue built?
City records list 1899 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 921 Greene 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.