127 Malcolm X Boulevard
Brooklyn, NY 11221BBL 3-01632-0005Map
Owner of record: Li Ming Chen
127 Malcolm X Boulevard is a mixed residential and retail building built in 1931 in Brooklyn, 11221. It has 4 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is Li Ming Chen. HPD has recorded 77 housing violations here, most recently on May 5, 2026. 40 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.
- HPD violations
- 77
- DOB violations
- 13
- ECB violations
- 6
- HPD complaints
- 82
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 · 77
- 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
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 11, 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 24, 2023
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 1, 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 12, 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 31, 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 19, 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 14, 2016
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.
Feb 24, 2015
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Provide adequate lighting at or near the outside of the front entranceway of the building and keep same burning from sunset every day to sunrise on the day following 100 watts minimum required, light fixture present
Jul 27, 2014
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. located at apt 3, 3rd story, apartment at north
Aug 26, 2011 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all walls and ceilings in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 3rd story, apartment at north
Aug 23, 2011 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. located at apt 3, 3rd story, apartment at north
Aug 23, 2011 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing located at apt 3, 3rd story, apartment at north
Aug 23, 2011 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
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 suspended ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 3, 3rd story, apartment at north
Aug 23, 2011 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at washbasin in the bathroom located at apt 3, 3rd story, apartment at north
Aug 23, 2011 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective locking device on door in the entrance located at apt 3, 3rd story, apartment at north
Aug 23, 2011 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling and walls in the entire apartment located at apt 3rdfl, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jul 2, 2011 · Apt 3RDFL
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Remove all obstructions and repair all defects in waste line at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 3rdfl, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jul 2, 2011 · Apt 3RDFL
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color walls and ceilings in the entire apartment located at apt 3rdfl, 3rd story, apartment at north
Jun 22, 2011 · Apt 3RDFL
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from window to fire escape or provide approved type gate ... in the kitchen located at apt 3rdfl, 3rd story, apartment at north
Jun 22, 2011 · Apt 3RDFL
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective locking mechanism at entrance to apartment located at apt 3rdfl, 3rd story, apartment at north
Jun 22, 2011 · Apt 3RDFL
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. located at apt 3rdfl, 3rd story, apartment at north
Jun 22, 2011 · Apt 3RDFL
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing located at apt 3rdfl, 3rd story, apartment at north
Jun 22, 2011 · Apt 3RDFL
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of roaches located at apt 3rdfl, 3rd story, apartment at north
Jun 22, 2011 · Apt 3RDFL
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of mice located at apt 3rdfl, 3rd story, apartment at north
Jun 22, 2011 · Apt 3RDFL
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at sink in the bathroom located at apt 3rdfl, 3rd story, apartment at north
Jun 22, 2011 · Apt 3RDFL
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Remove all obstructions and repair all defects in drain at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 3rdfl, 3rd story, apartment at north
Jun 22, 2011 · Apt 3RDFL
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
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 suspended ceiling in the bathroom from north located at apt 3rdfl, 3rd story
Jun 22, 2011 · Apt 3RDFL
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from window to fire escape or provide approved type gate ... in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Apr 22, 2011 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Apr 22, 2011 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at washbasin in the bathroom located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Apr 22, 2011 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling in the private hallway located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Apr 22, 2011 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling in the 2nd room from east at north located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Apr 22, 2011 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Apr 22, 2011 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Apr 22, 2011 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all walls in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Apr 22, 2011 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Provide adequate supply of cold water for the fixtures at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Apr 22, 2011 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective metal ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 3, 3rd story, apartment at north
Mar 24, 2011 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the walls and ceiling in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 3rd story, apartment at north
Mar 24, 2011 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the walls and ceiling in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 3rd story, apartment at north
Mar 24, 2011 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Remove all obstructions and repair all defects in the bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 3, 3rd story, apartment at north
Mar 24, 2011 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Provide adequate supply of cold water for the fixtures at wash basin in the bathroom located at apt 3, 3rd story, apartment at north
Mar 24, 2011 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from window to fire escape or provide approved type gate .. in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 3rd story, apartment at north
Mar 24, 2011 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out - 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, 3rd story, apartment at north
Mar 24, 2011 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector that is missing in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 3rd story, apartment at north
Mar 24, 2011 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Remove all obstructions and repair all defects in wasteline at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 2, 3rd story
Feb 22, 2011 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 3rd story
Feb 22, 2011 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out
DOB building violations · 13
- Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2016 inspection report
Apr 6, 2018
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2015 inspection report
Feb 24, 2017
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 - 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 3, 2008
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 19, 2007
Dob violation - dismissed - Immediate emergency anythingoptional
Imegncy-immediate emergency anythingoptional
Aug 25, 2006
Dob violation - active - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 6, 2006
Dob violation - dismissed
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- 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
Aug 16, 1993
Dob violation - active
ECB violations · 6
- Class - 2
Pedestrian protection does not meet code specification.at time of inspection workers observed productive facade repairs w/out adequate protection for pedestrians. the workers only put up cautions tapes in area
Jun 10, 2020 · Penalty $2,400
Resolve - Class - 2
As per (b265) class 2 28.303.7 failure to file a complete boiler inspection report as per dob records.submit a current b09 report.
Oct 10, 2017 · Penalty $250
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Failure to maintain exterior bldg wall. noted:front facade from 1st floor to roof bulging cracked and defective throughout entire bldg.
Jul 22, 2006 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Work without a permit work noted: having installed a convient wood staircase at rear of restaurant to 1st floor apartment also, removed ari shaft. from cellar: 2nd floor apt. remedy: obtain permits or restore
Jun 4, 1997
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Work without a permit. work noted: having removed existing skyligh and installed new sky w/ phain glass with no ventilation remedy: replace approved skylight as per m.d. law
Jun 4, 1997
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Work without a permit work noted: ansul. system and mech. vent for 1ststory restaurant mech vent terminates on to roof remedy: obtain permits.
Jun 4, 1997
Resolve
Complaints
- Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Aug 22, 2011 · Apt 3
Close - Plumbing
Toilet
Aug 13, 2011 · Apt 3
Close - Plumbing
Toilet
Aug 13, 2011 · Apt 3
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jul 18, 2011 · Apt 3
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Jul 18, 2011 · Apt 3
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jul 18, 2011 · Apt 3
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Jul 18, 2011 · Apt 3
Close - General
Floor
Jul 18, 2011 · Apt 3
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jul 18, 2011 · Apt 3
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jul 18, 2011 · Apt 3
Close
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- Plumbing
Basin/sink
Jul 18, 2011 · Apt 3
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jul 18, 2011 · Apt 3
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Jul 18, 2011 · Apt 3
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Jun 20, 2011 · Apt 2NDFL
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Jun 20, 2011 · Apt 2NDFL
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Jun 20, 2011 · Apt 2NDFL
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jun 20, 2011 · Apt 2NDFL
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jun 20, 2011 · Apt 2NDFL
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Jun 20, 2011 · Apt 2NDFL
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Jun 20, 2011 · Apt 2NDFL
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jun 14, 2011 · Apt 3RDFL
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jun 14, 2011 · Apt 3RDFL
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jun 14, 2011 · Apt 3RDFL
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jun 14, 2011 · Apt 3RDFL
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jun 14, 2011 · Apt 3RDFL
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Jun 14, 2011 · Apt 3RDFL
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jun 14, 2011 · Apt 3RDFL
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jun 14, 2011 · Apt 3RDFL
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jun 14, 2011 · Apt 3RDFL
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jun 14, 2011 · Apt 3RDFL
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jun 14, 2011 · Apt 3RDFL
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jun 14, 2011 · Apt 3RDFL
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jun 14, 2011 · Apt 3RDFL
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jun 14, 2011 · Apt 3RDFL
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jun 14, 2011 · Apt 3RDFL
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jun 14, 2011 · Apt 3RDFL
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jun 14, 2011 · Apt 3RDFL
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Jun 14, 2011 · Apt 3RDFL
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Jun 14, 2011 · Apt 3RDFL
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
May 2, 2011 · Apt 3
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
May 2, 2011 · Apt 3
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
May 2, 2011 · Apt 3
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
May 2, 2011 · Apt 3
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Apr 11, 2011 · Apt 3
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Apr 11, 2011 · Apt 3
Close - Plumbing
Radiator
Apr 11, 2011 · Apt 3
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Apr 11, 2011 · Apt 3
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Apr 11, 2011 · Apt 3
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Mar 23, 2011 · Apt 3
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Mar 23, 2011 · Apt 3
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Mixed residential and retail building (S4)
- Year built
- 1931
- Floors
- 4
- Residential units
- 4
- Building area
- 4,680 ft²
- Lot area
- 1,502 ft²
- Zoning
- R6A
- Community board
- 303
- Council district
- 36
- Block / lot
- 1632 / 5
- Assessed value
- $705,600
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #321721, last renewed Nov 8, 2024.
Questions about 127 Malcolm X Boulevard
Who owns 127 Malcolm X Boulevard?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Li Ming Chen.
Does 127 Malcolm X Boulevard have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 77 housing violations at this property.
Is 127 Malcolm X Boulevard 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 127 Malcolm X Boulevard built?
City records list 1931 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 127 Malcolm X Boulevard?
It has 4 residential units and 5 units in total.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.