852 Greene Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11221BBL 3-01620-0041Map
Owner of record: Vaknin Mgmt LLC
852 Greene Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1899 in Brooklyn, 11221. It has 4 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is Vaknin Mgmt LLC. HPD has recorded 64 housing violations here, most recently on June 9, 2025.
- HPD violations
- 64
- DOB violations
- 11
- ECB violations
- 21
- HPD complaints
- 56
What to know
No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.
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 · 64
- 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
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 10, 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.
Mar 23, 2023
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.
Nov 10, 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.
Feb 25, 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.
Feb 25, 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.
Apr 9, 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.
Oct 30, 2019
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.
Oct 17, 2018
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.
Nov 22, 2017
Closed — Violation dismissed
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- 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
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.
Oct 9, 2015
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.
Feb 20, 2015
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. located at apt na, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Dec 16, 2010 · Apt NA
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing located at apt na, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Dec 16, 2010 · Apt NA
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of scalding hot water at 150 degrees to all water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt na, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Dec 16, 2010 · Apt NA
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of mice .. in the entire apartment located at apt 3a, 3rd story
Oct 26, 2009 · Apt 3A
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of exposed electrical wires at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 2fl, 1st story
Aug 14, 2009 · Apt 2FL
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective ceiling light fixture in the bathroom located at apt 2fl, 1st story
Aug 14, 2009 · Apt 2FL
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly secure the loose ceiling light fixture in the bathroom located at apt 2fl, 1st story
Aug 14, 2009 · Apt 2FL
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tiles at walls at shower stall in the bathroom located at apt 2fl, 1st story
Aug 14, 2009 · Apt 2FL
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide adequate supply of cold water for the fixtures at water closet in the bathroom located at apt 2fl, 1st story
Aug 14, 2009 · Apt 2FL
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Replace with new the missing one baluster at balustrade at public hall stairs, 1st story
Jul 28, 2009
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly secure the loose fourth wood tread from bottom at public hall stairs, 1st story
Jul 28, 2009
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Replace with new the missing one baluster at guard rail at public hall, 2nd story
Jul 28, 2009
Closed — Violation closed - 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 at first story public hall
Jun 29, 2009
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system door padlock at 1st story public hall
Jun 29, 2009
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Remove the illegal fastening double cylinder key operated lock at building entrance door
Jun 29, 2009
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system locked boiler room at cellar
Jun 24, 2009
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the nuisance consisting of mold ... at the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 3, 2nd story
Nov 14, 2005 · Apt 3
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide adequate supply of cold water for the fixtures , in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 2nd story
Nov 14, 2005 · Apt 3
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide adequate supply of hot water for the fixtures , in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 2nd story
Nov 14, 2005 · Apt 3
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective walls and ceiling with fire retardant material at public hall, 1st story
Sep 28, 2005
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Provide adequate supply of hot water for the fixtures ... in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 2nd story, apartment at north
Sep 28, 2005 · Apt 3
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the ... at front areaway
Sep 28, 2005
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 2nd story, apartment at north
Sep 28, 2005 · Apt 3
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 2nd story, apartment at north
Sep 28, 2005 · Apt 3
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceiling and walls at public hall, 2nd story
Sep 28, 2005
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 2nd story, apartment at west
Aug 25, 2005 · Apt 3
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 2nd story, apartment at west
Aug 25, 2005 · Apt 3
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system door locked at boiler room
Aug 25, 2005
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling and south wall in the 1st room from east located at apt 3, 2nd story, apartment at west
Aug 25, 2005 · Apt 3
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color walls thru-out in the bathroom located at apt 3, 2nd story, apartment at west
Aug 25, 2005 · Apt 3
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 2nd story, apartment at west
Aug 25, 2005 · Apt 3
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace with new the missing balusters at public hall stairs, 1st story
Jun 7, 2005
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing tenants name. ms. n. martin. in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story
Sep 15, 2000 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor at radiator at public hall, 1st story
Sep 15, 2000
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Provide a proper seat for water closet .. in the bathroom located at apt 1, 1st story
Sep 15, 2000 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective door lock in the bathroom located at apt 1, 1st story
Sep 15, 2000 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Refit shower doors bathtub. in the bathroom located at apt 1, 1st story
Sep 15, 2000 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation closed
DOB building violations · 11
- Immediate emergency anythingoptional
Due to fire
Dec 8, 2016
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
Fm cond.2 story.wood framed,masonry 1 story.wood framed roof collapsed leaving rear wall unbraced.there are localized areas of fire damage at 2ndfl framing.in center,there is a hole in t he flooring.remedy:owner engage lic pe evaluate bldg&prep dwgs to effect repairs. dwgs be filed w/dob no later 12/23/16.work under perm begin no later than 12/30/16
Dec 8, 2016
Dob violation - active - Construction other optional
Due to fire
Dec 6, 2016
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Feb 12, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed - Unsafe buildings none
Ub-unsafe buildings none
Feb 27, 2012
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Feb 9, 2011
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Jan 13, 2011
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Dec 2, 2010
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Feb 4, 2009
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Dec 23, 2008
Dob violation - dismissed
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- Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Sep 30, 2008
Vw*-violation - work w/o permit dismissed
ECB violations · 21
- Class - 2
Failure to maintain adequate housekeeping per section requirements. noted: at the time of inspection excessive debris;garbage bags observed at exp#1 of premises creating an unsafe & unhealthy condition. debris
Feb 8, 2018 · Penalty $400
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner: note: an accumulation of debris stored on premises @ front yard. old mattress, black garbage bags plastic buckets, furniture, board, old tires & tv all stored
Sep 19, 2017 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner. note: in front yardof bldg large pile of combustible debris being stored in an unsafe condition. remedy: remove all debris from front yard forthwith.
Nov 17, 2013 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to comply with the commissioner's order container in notice ofviolation 34781845h issued 7-9-09 for work without a permit. rem:comply with the commissioner's order.
Apr 3, 2012 · Penalty $6,000
Resolve - Class - 3
Failure to maintain building in a code compliant manner. note:front yard of premises littered with excessive debris from vacant bldg fire damaged. rem:repair or replace defect.
Feb 27, 2012 · Penalty $250
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to comply with the commissioner's order contained in notice ofviolation #34781845h issued on 7-9-09 construction work etc done w/o apermit. rem:comply with the commissioner's order.
Feb 17, 2012 · Penalty $12,000
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to comply w/ the commissioner's order contained in notice of violation # 34781845h issued on 07/09/09. for work w/o a permit. @ 2nd & 3rd fls. respondent has a history of non - complinace w/ commissio
Dec 8, 2011 · Penalty $6,000
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to comply w/ the comm order contained in nov#34781845h issued on 7/9//9 for work w/o permit fls 2 & 3 rem: comply w/ comply w/ the comm order
Sep 2, 2011 · Penalty $12,500
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to comply w/ comms order to correct vio#34781845h rem: comply w/ comms order
Jul 7, 2011 · Penalty $24,000
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to comply w/ an order of the comm noted resp failed to correctviolating conditions cited in prior nov#34781845h for subdividing apt on 2nd & 3rd fls installed water and waste lines for 2 3pc btrm on 2nd
May 23, 2011 · Penalty $12,000
Resolve
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- Class - 1
Unlawful acts. failure to comply w/ an order of commissioner. respondent failed to correct violating conditions cited in the prior nov# 34781845h remedy: comply w/ commissioners order
Mar 8, 2011 · Penalty $2,400
Resolve - Class - 1
Unlawful acts. failure to comply w/an order from the commissioner. respondent failed to correct the condition cited in nov #34781845h. work w/o permit 2nd & 3rd fl apts subdivided. remedy: comply w/commissioner
Jan 20, 2011 · Penalty $6,000
Resolve - Class - 1
Unlawful acts failure to comply w/ an order of the commissioner note respondent failed to correct the conditions cited in the prior nov 34781845h for work w/o a permit ht 2nd & 3rd flrs apt subdivided creating
Nov 17, 2010 · Penalty $24,000
Resolve - Class - 1
Unlawful acts. failure to comply w/an order of the commissioner. note: respondent failed to correct the conditions cited in the prior n.o.v.34781845h for work w/o a permit;at 2nd & 3rd fl subdivided apts erecte
Sep 30, 2010 · Penalty $24,000
Resolve - Class - 1
Unlawful acts.failure to comply with an order of the commissionernote : resp failed to correct the conditions cited in the prior nov 34781845h for work w/o a permit;@ 2nd & 3rd fl subdividing apts w/full height
Aug 24, 2010 · Penalty $24,000
Resolve - Class - 1
Fail to correct conditions cited in nov 34781845h. for work done w/o apermit. remedy: correct condition cited in 34781845h.
Apr 2, 2010 · Penalty $24,000
Resolve - Class - 2
Violation of parking regulation in a residential district. noted: at front yard of property,dead storage of unlicensed passenger vehicle (no plates & or stickers. remedy: conform to parking regulation.
Apr 2, 2010 · Penalty $4,000
Resolve - Class - 1
Unlawful acts failure to comply with comm order to violating conditions cited in 34781845h for work done w/o a permit rem: correct violatingconditions
Nov 23, 2009 · Penalty $12,000
Resolve - Class - 1
Work without a permit: work noted: at 2nd & 3rd floor subdivide apar tment created full height partitions installed water & waste lines for (2) 3 pc baths on 2nd floor on 3rd floor (2) residential sinks & 2 22
Jul 9, 2009 · Penalty $8,000
Resolve - Class - 1
Residence altered for occupancy as a dwelling for more than the legally approved number of families, dept of buildings c of o #239523 indi9cates premises to be legally approved for a (4) family. now premises co
Jul 9, 2008 · Penalty $13,000
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Work does not conform to approved plans. non conforming work noted: alteration number 1214/84 kitchen and bathroom constructed at first story fromt room south east section creating an apt. remedy: conform
Sep 26, 1991
Resolve
Complaints
- Heating
Heat related
Dec 22, 2010 · Apt 3A
Close - Electric
Electric-supply
Dec 22, 2010 · Apt 3A
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 15, 2010 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 13, 2010 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 10, 2010 · Apt NA
Close - Electric
Electric-supply
Nov 5, 2010 · Apt 2B
Close - Heating
Heat related
Nov 5, 2010 · Apt 2B
Close - Electric
Electric-supply
Nov 5, 2010 · Apt 2B
Close - Nonconst
Carbon monoxide
May 27, 2010 · Apt 1
Close - Nonconst
Smoke detector
May 27, 2010 · Apt 1
Close
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- Paint/plaster
Wall
May 27, 2010 · Apt 1
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 11, 2009 · Apt 3A
Close - Heating
Heat related
Oct 17, 2009 · Apt 3A
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Oct 17, 2009 · Apt 3A
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Oct 6, 2009 · Apt 3A
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Aug 12, 2009 · Apt 2FL
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Aug 12, 2009 · Apt 2FL
Close - Electric
Lighting
Aug 12, 2009 · Apt 2FL
Close - Plumbing
Toilet
Aug 12, 2009 · Apt 2FL
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Aug 12, 2009 · Apt 2FL
Close - Electric
Wiring
Aug 12, 2009 · Apt 2FL
Close - Plumbing
Shower-stall
Aug 12, 2009 · Apt 2FL
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Jul 23, 2009 · Apt 2
Close - Electric
Wiring
Jul 23, 2009 · Apt 2
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Jul 23, 2009 · Apt 2
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Jul 23, 2009 · Apt 2
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jul 23, 2009 · Apt 2
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jun 26, 2009 · Apt 2B
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jun 24, 2009 · Apt 2B
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jun 22, 2009 · Apt 2B
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jun 22, 2009 · Apt 2
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jun 19, 2009 · Apt 2B
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Mar 23, 2008 · Apt 4F
Close - General
Doors
Mar 23, 2008 · Apt 4F
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Mar 23, 2008 · Apt 4F
Close - Nonconst
Smoke detector
Mar 23, 2008 · Apt 4F
Close - General
Mailbox
Mar 23, 2008 · Apt 4F
Close - Electric
Wiring
Mar 23, 2008 · Apt 4F
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Mar 23, 2008 · Apt 4F
Close - Nonconst
Smoke detector
Mar 10, 2008 · Apt 3E
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Mar 10, 2008 · Apt 3E
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Mar 10, 2008 · Apt 3E
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Nov 14, 2005 · Apt 3
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Nov 14, 2005 · Apt 3
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Nov 14, 2005 · Apt 3
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Sep 7, 2005 · Apt 3
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Sep 7, 2005 · Apt 3
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Aug 24, 2005 · Apt 3
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Aug 24, 2005 · Apt 3
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Aug 24, 2005 · Apt 3
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C3)
- Year built
- 1899
- Floors
- 3
- Residential units
- 4
- Building area
- 3,360 ft²
- Lot area
- 2,000 ft²
- Zoning
- R6B
- Community board
- 303
- Council district
- 36
- Block / lot
- 1620 / 41
- Assessed value
- $571,500
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #368086, last renewed Aug 1, 2025.
Questions about 852 Greene Avenue
Who owns 852 Greene Avenue?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Vaknin Mgmt LLC.
Does 852 Greene Avenue have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 64 housing violations at this property.
Is 852 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 852 Greene Avenue built?
City records list 1899 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 852 Greene Avenue?
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.