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555 Quincy Street

Brooklyn, NY 11221BBL 3-01624-0059Map

Owner of record: Benjamin , Earl

555 Quincy Street 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 Benjamin , Earl. HPD has recorded 66 housing violations here, most recently on May 14, 2026. 3 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
66
DOB violations
1
ECB violations
6
HPD complaints
178

What to know

Good
No open Class C

No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.

Good
Last violation May 14, 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 · 66

  • B

    Repair the flushing apparatus and maintain same so as to flush effectively the water closet in the bathroom located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    May 14, 2026 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective mechanical air vent at east wall in the bathroom located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    May 14, 2026 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective spring balance at lower window sash at north wall in the kitchen located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    May 14, 2026 · Apt 1

    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 in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Oct 24, 2025 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tiles at floor in the kitchen located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Oct 24, 2025 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation at the 1st riser from east at north wall in the kitchen located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Oct 24, 2025 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Oct 24, 2025 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Properly secure the loose electrical outlet at north wall in the 1st room from north at west located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Oct 24, 2025 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 25, 2025 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective electrical outlets at east and west wall in the 1st room from north located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 25, 2025 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
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  • A

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective ceramic floor tiles in the kitchen located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 25, 2025 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

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

    Aug 6, 2025 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tiles at floor in the kitchen located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jul 28, 2025 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department north wall in the kitchen located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jul 22, 2025 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tiles (broken) in the kitchen located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jul 22, 2025 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective ventilation in the bathroom located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jul 22, 2025 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling in the 5th room from north located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jul 8, 2025 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all walls and ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jul 8, 2025 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jul 8, 2025 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation at riser in the 5th room from north located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jul 8, 2025 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling in the 5th room from north located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jul 8, 2025 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation at riser in the bathroom located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jul 8, 2025 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Provide upper escutcheon plate at riser in the bathroom located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jul 8, 2025 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective rubber gasket at refrigerator door in the kitchen located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jul 8, 2025 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective vinyl floor in the 1st room from north located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jul 8, 2025 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tiles in the kitchen located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jul 8, 2025 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation at riser in the kitchen located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jul 8, 2025 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Provide upper escutcheon plate at riser in the kitchen located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jul 8, 2025 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective radiator air valve in the kitchen located at apt 1, 1st story, apartment at west

    Jun 12, 2025 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling and north wall in the kitchen located at apt 1, 1st story, apartment at west

    Jun 12, 2025 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Refit vestibule door at public hall, 1st story

    Jun 12, 2025

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective floor ceramic tiles in the kitchen located at apt 1, 1st story, apartment at west

    Jun 12, 2025 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Refit window lower sash in the 2nd room from north located at apt 1, 1st story, apartment at west

    Jun 12, 2025 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceiling in the 2nd room from north located at apt 1, 1st story, apartment at west

    Jun 12, 2025 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of hot water exceeding the maximum temperature of 130 degree fah in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jan 31, 2025 · Apt 1

    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.

    Nov 27, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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 1, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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 1, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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 12, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material, all walls at all stories at public hall

    Feb 3, 2020

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Properly secure the loose metal door knob plate on vestibule door at public hall, 1st story

    Feb 3, 2020

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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 information at public hall, 1st story

    Feb 3, 2020

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

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

    Feb 3, 2020

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Properly repair the broken or defective heavy duty lockset at building entrance door at public hall, 1st story

    Feb 3, 2020

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    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. at public hall, 1st story

    Feb 3, 2020

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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

    Feb 3, 2020

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Properly repair the broken or defective mortise lock at building entrance door , 1st story

    Dec 5, 2018

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 1

  • Construction other optional

    Work w/o permit/ as noted: the basement of a three storied brick frame d structure has been converted w/ the erection of wall @ a subdivision creating multiple rooms remedy: stop all work, male the site safe, obtain a permit contact the office before returning to work

    Dec 8, 2006

    Vw*-violation - work w/o permit dismissed

ECB violations · 6

  • Class - 3

    Failure to provide key for access to heating system/ boiler room as per hmc 27-2033.. 28-301.1; 28-301.1, comply with code; hmc 27-2033. correct any violating conditions and submit a certificate of correction

    Feb 11, 2025 · Penalty $500

    Active
  • Class - 3

    Work w/o a permit 3 stories building 1st flr partitions erected electrical lines installed to create 4 sro w/o a permit. remedy: obtain permit or restore.

    Feb 26, 2010 · Penalty $500

    Resolve
  • Class - 3

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by building dept record 3 stories 3 family building 1st flr is converted to 4 s.r.o. & 2 of the occupied contrary to d.o.b. records. remedy: discontinue illegal use.

    Feb 26, 2010

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain building in code-complaint manner 3 stories building found out 1st & 2nd flr south site rooms ceiling sheetrock is disconnected from joist & ready to fall. bathroom at each flr leaking &

    Feb 26, 2010 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Residence alt for occupancy as a dwelling for more then the legally approved # of families.as noted:at the 3 fl of a brick framed walk-up 5 rooms are being occupied separately accommodating sleeping conditions

    Dec 8, 2006 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Altered buidling alt 1864/86 occupied without a valid c of o. remedy: obtain a valid c of o.

    Apr 4, 1989 · Penalty $350

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Apr 22, 2026 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Apr 22, 2026 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Apr 22, 2026 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Apr 22, 2026 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Apr 22, 2026 · Apt 1

    Close
  • General

    Ventilation system

    Apr 22, 2026 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Water leak

    Damp spot

    Apr 22, 2026 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Apr 22, 2026 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Apr 22, 2026 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Feb 5, 2026 · Apt 1

    Close
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  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Feb 5, 2026 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Feb 5, 2026 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Feb 5, 2026 · Apt APT1

    Close
  • General

    Ventilation system

    Feb 5, 2026 · Apt APT1

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Feb 5, 2026 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Dec 11, 2025 · Apt 1

    Close
  • General

    Ventilation system

    Dec 11, 2025 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Dec 11, 2025 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    Dec 11, 2025 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Dec 11, 2025 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Dec 11, 2025 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Dec 11, 2025 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Dec 5, 2025 · Apt 1C

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Dec 5, 2025 · Apt 1C

    Close
  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    Dec 5, 2025 · Apt 1C

    Close
  • General

    Ventilation system

    Dec 5, 2025 · Apt 1C

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Dec 5, 2025 · Apt 1C

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Dec 5, 2025 · Apt 1C

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Oct 21, 2025 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Oct 21, 2025 · Apt 1

    Close
  • General

    Ventilation system

    Oct 21, 2025 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door frame

    Oct 21, 2025 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Oct 21, 2025 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    Oct 21, 2025 · Apt 1

    Close
  • General

    Mailbox

    Oct 21, 2025 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Sep 18, 2025 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door frame

    Sep 18, 2025 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Sep 18, 2025 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Sep 18, 2025 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Sep 18, 2025 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Sep 18, 2025 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Sep 18, 2025 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    Sep 18, 2025 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Jul 16, 2025 · Apt 1

    Close
  • General

    Ventilation system

    Jul 16, 2025 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Jul 3, 2025 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Jul 3, 2025 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Jul 3, 2025 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jul 3, 2025 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Radiator

    Jul 3, 2025 · Apt 1

    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 (C0)
Year built
1899
Floors
3
Residential units
3
Building area
3,549 ft²
Lot area
2,150 ft²
Zoning
R6B
Community board
303
Council district
36
Block / lot
1624 / 59
Assessed value
$101,400
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #330165, last renewed Jul 23, 2026.

Questions about 555 Quincy Street

Who owns 555 Quincy Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Benjamin , Earl.

Does 555 Quincy Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 66 housing violations at this property.

Is 555 Quincy 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 555 Quincy Street built?

City records list 1899 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 555 Quincy Street?

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.