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228 Lewis Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11221BBL 3-01624-0050Map

Owner of record: 571 Quincy Realty, LLC

228 Lewis Avenue is a mixed residential and retail building built in 1931 in Brooklyn, 11221. It has 3 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is 571 Quincy Realty, LLC. HPD has recorded 63 housing violations here, most recently on February 24, 2026. 18 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
63
DOB violations
26
ECB violations
7
HPD complaints
28

What to know

Good
No open Class C

No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.

Good
Last violation Feb 24, 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 · 63

  • 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 at public hall

    Feb 24, 2026

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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. at public hall, 1st story

    Feb 24, 2026

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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 at public hall, 1st story

    Feb 24, 2026

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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

    Feb 24, 2026

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

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

    Feb 24, 2026

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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, 1st story

    Feb 24, 2026

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the roof so that it will not leak over the ceiling ceiling in the 2nd bathroom from east located at apt 4, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Feb 24, 2026 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective spring balance lower window sash at 1st window from east at south in the 2nd room from east at south located at apt 4, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Feb 24, 2026 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the 2nd bathroom from east located at apt 4, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Feb 24, 2026 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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 = 8, wg to replace = 0, wg to repair = 0 in the entire apartment located at apt 4, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Feb 24, 2026 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at the west wall at public hall stairs, 3rd story

    Feb 24, 2026

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the 2nd bathroom from east located at apt 4, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Feb 24, 2026 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the roof so that it will not leak at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 4, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jan 16, 2026 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 4, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jan 16, 2026 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the roof so that it will not leak at ceiling in the 4th room from east located at apt 4, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jan 16, 2026 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinge in the entrance located at apt 4, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jan 16, 2026 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Remove the illegal fastening chain and padlock on gate at west yard to street

    Mar 7, 2016

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    File with this department a registration statement for building. at public hall, 1st story

    Mar 7, 2016

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    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 missing at public hall, 1st story

    Mar 7, 2016

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Arrange and make self-closing the doors , in the entrance located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Mar 7, 2016 · Apt 3

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the 1st room from east at north located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Mar 7, 2016 · Apt 3

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the 1st room from east at south located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Mar 7, 2016 · Apt 3

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the nuisance consisting of mold ... at ceiling and north wall approximately 4 square feet in the bathroom located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Mar 7, 2016 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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 = 0; located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Mar 7, 2016 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of mice located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Mar 7, 2016 · Apt 3

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from window to fire escape or provide approved type gate , located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Mar 7, 2016 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective spring lift on upper and lower sash on east window in the 3rd room from east at south located at apt 3, 3rd story

    Feb 20, 2016 · Apt 3

    Open — Not complied with
  • A

    Post and maintain a proper notice on wall of the entrance story in english and spanish on the availability of the agency?s housing information guide. a sample notice can be found at www.nyc.gov/hpd. at public hall, 1st story

    Jan 2, 2016

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the private hallway located at apt 1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Nov 4, 2015 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the nuisance consisting of mold ... and mildew at the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Nov 4, 2015 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceiling and walls in the 3rd room from east at south located at apt 3, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Nov 4, 2015 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Refit the window in the 3rd room from east at south located at apt 3, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Nov 4, 2015 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Arrange and make self-closing the doors , in the entrance located at apt 3, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Nov 4, 2015 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tile floor at public hall, 1st story

    Nov 4, 2015

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Fire escape defective. properly secure the loose and hanging metal treads, 2nd and 3rd down from top 2nd story balcony stair west fire escape

    Nov 4, 2015

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes 2nd story balcony stair west fire escape

    Nov 4, 2015

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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.

    Feb 23, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department walls and ceilings all stories public hall

    Feb 27, 2008

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from window to fire escape or provide approved type gate 2 sty apt .

    May 17, 1985

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code and dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes 2 sty rear.

    May 17, 1985

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-12.03 adm code and dept. rules and regulations. scrape and remove rust scales and paint with 2 coats of paint rear fire escape all stys all parts.

    May 17, 1985

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective cinder block wall at clg boiler room cellar.

    May 17, 1985

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective metal fresh air duct boiler room cellar.

    May 17, 1985

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-11.01, 11.03, 11.05 adm code remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the rear yard & front areaway.

    May 17, 1985

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-19.07 adm code install and maintain sufficient light or lights of at least 40 watts incandescent or equivalent each, to light adequately from sunset to sunrise the rear yard.

    May 17, 1985

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-12.03 adm code paint to the satisfaction of this department the exterior window frames and sashes all stys all sides.

    May 17, 1985

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code refit door pub hall bulkhead to roof.

    May 17, 1985

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code replace with new the missing pull handle exterior side of pub hall bulkheaddoor roof.

    May 17, 1985

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Section 300 m/d law file plans and application and legalize the following alteration or restore to the legal condition existing prior to the making of said alteration door removed & sealed with plasterboard preventing access to cellar 1 sty pub hall.

    May 17, 1985

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code arrange and make self-closing the doors entrance street to 1st sty public vestibule.

    May 17, 1985

    Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 26

  • 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 - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2020 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 30, 2023

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2021 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 30, 2023

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2019 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 20, 2023

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2022 external low pressure inspection

    Apr 25, 2023

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Nov 18, 2015

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2012 inspection report

    May 15, 2014

    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
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  • 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 19, 2007

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 6, 2006

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 31, 2005

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 13, 2004

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 19, 2003

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 26, 2002

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 27, 2001

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 7, 2000

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Sep 16, 1997

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 10, 1997

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Aug 29, 1995

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jun 1, 1994

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Aug 16, 1993

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jun 1, 1993

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 7

  • Class - 2

    Failure to file required annual boiler inspection reports for low-pressure boiler 30000105290n0001 in accordance with the rules of the department. 1rcny 103-01(d)(1) requires that an annual inspection report fo

    Dec 16, 2024 · Penalty $1,562

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner exhaust discharge must be no closer than 10 feet from building openings as per bc 501.2 & rs 13-1 sex 2-214 at time of inspection a large metal "mushroom" e

    Apr 29, 2020 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Sec. 3307.6.5 failure to maintain adequate illumination beneath sidewalk shed as required by code. note: sidewalk sher erected under job#340245489 along exp#2 has inoperable bulbs (burnt out)rendering affected

    Dec 30, 2015

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain bldg walls or appertenances.noted:@quincy street side of bldg:verticle crack along brick veneer from 2nd floor to decorative parapet w/bricks bldg,stone spalling @windows.hazard to public &

    Oct 10, 2015 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/commissioner's order contained in nov#35126710x issued on 03/27/15 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1, 28-204.4 and 1rcny 102-01. failure to maintain exterior at

    Aug 24, 2015 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain bldg walls or appurtenances. at quincy street sideof bldg has verticle crack extending from 1st to 2nd fl w/brick bulging outwards. also crack from mid 2nd fl upwards. previous vio issued

    Aug 24, 2015 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain bldg walls or appurtenances.noted on exposure 1 brick facade,column of brick has large crack @ seam of wall between 2nd & 3rd fl.wall has a bulge in wall @ same location.crack continues @ se

    Mar 27, 2015 · Penalty $500

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 23, 2026 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Feb 23, 2026 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Feb 23, 2026 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Feb 23, 2026 · Apt 4

    Close
  • General

    Ventilation system

    Feb 23, 2026 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Feb 23, 2026 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 1, 2026 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 25, 2026 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 16, 2026 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Jan 16, 2026 · Apt 4

    Close
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  • Door/window

    Window pane

    Jan 16, 2026 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Jan 16, 2026 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Jan 16, 2026 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jan 16, 2026 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Safety

    Fire escape

    Feb 29, 2016 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Feb 29, 2016 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Feb 29, 2016 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Feb 29, 2016 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Dec 23, 2015 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Dec 23, 2015 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Dec 23, 2015 · Apt 2

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Dec 23, 2015 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Nov 4, 2015 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 18, 2009 · Apt 2

    Close
  • General

    Stairs

    Feb 23, 2008 · Apt 3

    Close
  • General

    Stairs

    Feb 23, 2008 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Feb 23, 2008 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Feb 23, 2008 · Apt 3

    Close

Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

Sales come from the NYC Department of Finance rolling sales file.

Building details

Building type
Mixed residential and retail building (S3)
Year built
1931
Floors
4
Residential units
3
Building area
4,787 ft²
Lot area
1,738 ft²
Zoning
R6B
Community board
303
Council district
36
Block / lot
1624 / 50
Assessed value
$586,350
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #316711, last renewed Sep 16, 2025.

Questions about 228 Lewis Avenue

Who owns 228 Lewis Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 571 Quincy Realty, LLC.

Does 228 Lewis Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 63 housing violations at this property.

Is 228 Lewis 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 228 Lewis Avenue built?

City records list 1931 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 228 Lewis Avenue?

It has 3 residential units and 4 units in total.

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