491 Hancock Street
Brooklyn, NY 11233BBL 3-01654-0049Map
Owner of record: Nieves, Joan
491 Hancock Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1899 in Brooklyn, 11233. It has 3 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is Nieves, Joan. HPD has recorded 178 housing violations here, most recently on January 29, 2026. 24 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.
- HPD violations
- 178
- DOB violations
- 16
- ECB violations
- 17
- HPD complaints
- 120
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 · 178
- CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective air valve at raditor in the 4th room from north located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 29, 2026 · Apt 3
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 29, 2026 · Apt 3
Open — Not complied with - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Sep 3, 2025 · Apt 3
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
And dept. rules and regulations. scrape and remove rust scales and paint with 2 coats of paint all stories at stack at building front at fire escape
Sep 2, 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 9, 2025
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 9, 2025 · Apt 3
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - 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
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling, all stories at public hall
Apr 12, 2023
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the walls, all stories at public hall
Apr 12, 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 23, 2023
Closed — Violation dismissed
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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.
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 - BHazardous
Arrange and make self-closing the doors at vestibule at public hall, 1st story
Apr 17, 2019
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Arrange and make self-closing the doors at front entrance to building , 1st story
Apr 17, 2019
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Provide adequate light of not less than 60 watts incandescent or equivalent illumination at ceiling at public hall, 1st story
Apr 17, 2019
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Replace the broken or defective water closet in the 1st bathroom located at apt 1 upper level, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Dec 21, 2018 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective lower base vanity cabinet in the 1st bathroom located at apt 1 upper level, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Dec 21, 2018 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective wood door at west wall in the 2nd bathroom located at apt 1 upper level, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Dec 21, 2018 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective all wood treads and risers upper level leading to lower level located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Dec 21, 2018 · Apt 1
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.
Oct 17, 2018
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide a safe and adequate supply of electric service to the fixtures at ceiling in the foyer located at apt apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Sep 28, 2018 · Apt APT 1
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at east wall in the 1st room from north located at apt apt 1 lower level, 1st story
Sep 28, 2018 · Apt APT 1
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at south wall in the 1st room from north located at apt apt 1 lower level, 1st story
Sep 28, 2018 · Apt APT 1
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at east wall in the foyer located at apt apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Sep 28, 2018 · Apt APT 1
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the 1st room from north located at apt apt 1 lower level, 1st story
Sep 28, 2018 · Apt APT 1
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective lower base cabinet in the bathroom located at apt apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Sep 28, 2018 · Apt APT 1
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at south wall in the 1st room from north at east located at apt apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Sep 28, 2018 · Apt APT 1
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at south wall in the 1st room from north at west located at apt apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Sep 28, 2018 · Apt APT 1
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective upper base cabinet in the kitchen located at apt apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Sep 28, 2018 · Apt APT 1
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of rodents rats in the entire apartment located at apt apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Sep 28, 2018 · Apt APT 1
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tiles at floor in the bathroom located at apt apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Sep 28, 2018 · Apt APT 1
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Sep 28, 2018 · Apt APT 1
Open — Not complied with - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Sep 28, 2018 · Apt APT 1
Open — Not complied with - CImmediately hazardous
Replace with new the missing wash basin in the bathroom located at apt apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Sep 28, 2018 · Apt APT 1
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective window upper and lower sash glass at north wall in the 1st room from north at east located at apt apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Sep 28, 2018 · Apt APT 1
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace with new the missing window upper sash glass at north wall in the 1st room from north at west located at apt apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Sep 28, 2018 · Apt APT 1
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
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. , 1st story
Aug 17, 2018
Open — Not complied with - ANon-hazardous
§ 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 .. , 1st story
Aug 17, 2018
Open — Not complied with - ANon-hazardous
Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box .. , 1st story
Aug 17, 2018
Open — Not complied with - ANon-hazardous
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., 1st story
Aug 17, 2018
Open — Not complied with - CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system missing , 1st story
Aug 17, 2018
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 missing , 1st story
Aug 17, 2018
Open — Not complied with - ANon-hazardous
Post and maintain a notice, written in english and in spanish, on the building entrance door or other conspicuous location in the building common area, stating that: (1) the building is in the alternative enforcement program, (2) that occupants may call 311 or the aep at 212-863-8262 to report housing maintenance complaints, (3) the name, telephone, and address of the owner, and, (4) the identity of any financial institution that holds a mortgage on the property. post, 1st story
Aug 17, 2018
Open — Not complied with - ANon-hazardous
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, 1st story
Aug 17, 2018
Open — Not complied with - ANon-hazardous
Provide and maintain approved mail receptacles and directories for the persons residing in the dwelling as provided in the u.s. postal regulations., 1st story
Aug 17, 2018
Open — Not complied with - 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 public hall, 1st story
Mar 16, 2018
Open — Not complied with - ANon-hazardous
Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box .. at public hall, 1st story
Mar 16, 2018
Open — Not complied with - ANon-hazardous
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
Mar 16, 2018
Open — Not complied with - ANon-hazardous
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, 1st story
Mar 16, 2018
Open — Not complied with - ANon-hazardous
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
Mar 16, 2018
Open — Not complied with
DOB building violations · 16
- 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 - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2020 external low pressure inspection
Jun 30, 2023
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2021 external low pressure inspection
Jun 30, 2023
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2018 external low pressure inspection
Jun 20, 2023
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2019 external low pressure inspection
Jun 20, 2023
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2022 external low pressure inspection
Apr 25, 2023
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2017 inspection report
Nov 8, 2019
Dob violation - active - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Jun 27, 2018
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
May 2, 2018
Dob violation - dismissed
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- Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2016 inspection report
Apr 6, 2018
Dob violation - active - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Jan 24, 2018
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Dec 13, 2017
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2015 inspection report
Feb 24, 2017
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2014 inspection report
Oct 1, 2015
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2013 inspection report
Mar 3, 2015
Dob violation - active
ECB violations · 17
- Class - 2
Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#35328747p issued on 04-07-18 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. for: failure to provide unobstructed exit passageway no record
Aug 20, 2019
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#35328747p issued on 04-07-18 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. remedy: comply w/comm's order &/or file a c of c.
Mar 28, 2019
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply w/ the commissioner's order contained in summons/violation#35328747p issued on 4/7/18 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01. note:no document file for f
Dec 15, 2018
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply with the commissioners order contained in summons/ violation #35328747p issued on 04/07/2018 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28.201.1 and 1rcny 102-01 failure to provide
Oct 29, 2018
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#35328747p issued on 04-17-18 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. for: failure to provide unobstructed exit passagrway. remedy: c
Sep 16, 2018
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply with the commissioners order contained in summons/violation #35328747p issued on 04/07/18 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01.for installing a wall an
Aug 2, 2018
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply with the commissioners order contained in summons/violation #35328747p issued on 04/07/17 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01.for obstruction the exit
Jun 23, 2018
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply with the commissioner's order contained in summons/ violation #35328747p issued on xx/xx/xx and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01. failure to provide
May 16, 2018
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to provide unobstructed exit passageway. noted: hallway area in 2nd fl, installed wall & door along staircase leading to 3rd floor. also, hallway walkway has been reduced to under 36". rem: remove obstr
Apr 7, 2018
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to provide unobstructed exit passageway. noted: at hallway area at 2nd fl,installed wall & door along staircase leading to 3rd fl. also hallway walkway has been reduced to under 36 invh requirement. hal
Feb 6, 2018 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve
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- Class - 2
Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#35294145p issued on 10/27/17 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. note: no document file for failure to providfe unobstructed exi
Dec 6, 2017 · Penalty $2,000
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to provide unobstructed exit passageway: note at hallway area at 2nd floor installed wall and door along staircase leading to 3rd floor, door has a lock with key also hallway walkway has been reduced to
Oct 27, 2017 · Penalty $6,000
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to provide unobstructed passageway.noted:at hallway area installled wall & door along stair case leading to the sro floor door has keyed lock and hallway walkway has been reduced to under 36'.rem:remove
Sep 17, 2017
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner. observed: 3rd fl facing 393 hancock st section of street dislodged from bldg. remedy: repair &/or replace.
Sep 2, 2017 · Penalty $250
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain.noted:bldg south-eastern ext wall has bulging of plaster in sections.vertical cracks etc noted.remedy:maintain ext building wall.
Jun 24, 2010 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain exterior building wall-noted:at bldg eastern brick facade-observed missing bricks/bulging of stucco thru-ou.cracks also observed in wall.remedy;maintain wall
Jan 19, 2010 · Penalty $10,000
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain exterior bldg wall the stucco on the exterior walls is missing bulging and defective at various locations throughout rem: make all repairs maintain exterior walls
Aug 15, 2009 · Penalty $1,000
Resolve
Complaints
- Plumbing
Steam pipe/riser
Jan 27, 2026 · Apt 3
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Aug 29, 2025 · Apt 3
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Aug 29, 2025 · Apt 3
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jan 15, 2025 · Apt 3
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Jan 15, 2025 · Apt 3
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Oct 17, 2022 · Apt BLDG
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Oct 17, 2022 · Apt BLDG
Close - Outside building
Roof door/hatch
Oct 17, 2022 · Apt BLDG
Close - Door/window
Door
Oct 17, 2022 · Apt BLDG
Close - Safety
Fire escape
Oct 17, 2022 · Apt BLDG
Close
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- Unsanitary condition
Pests
Aug 4, 2022 · Apt 2FL
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Apr 9, 2019 · Apt 2
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Mar 20, 2018 · Apt 2
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Mar 20, 2018 · Apt 2
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Mar 11, 2018 · Apt 1
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Mar 11, 2018 · Apt 1
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Mar 11, 2018 · Apt 1
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 6, 2018 · Apt 1
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 2, 2018 · Apt 1
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 2, 2018 · Apt 2
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jan 29, 2018 · Apt 2
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jan 29, 2018 · Apt 2
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Jan 16, 2018 · Apt 1
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 26, 2017 · Apt BLDG
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Nov 22, 2017 · Apt 2
Close - Water leak
Heavy flow
Nov 22, 2017 · Apt 2
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Nov 22, 2017 · Apt 2
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Nov 22, 2017 · Apt 2
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 20, 2017 · Apt BLDG
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Nov 20, 2017 · Apt 3
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 19, 2017 · Apt 1
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Nov 19, 2017 · Apt 1
Close - Door/window
Window pane
Nov 19, 2017 · Apt 1
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Nov 19, 2017 · Apt 1
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Nov 17, 2017 · Apt 2
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Nov 17, 2017 · Apt 2
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Nov 14, 2017 · Apt 2
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 14, 2017 · Apt 2
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Nov 14, 2017 · Apt 2
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Nov 13, 2017 · Apt 2
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 13, 2017 · Apt 2
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 12, 2017 · Apt 2
Close - Water leak
Heavy flow
Sep 8, 2017 · Apt 1
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Sep 8, 2017 · Apt 1
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Sep 8, 2017 · Apt 1
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Sep 8, 2017 · Apt 1
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Sep 8, 2017 · Apt 1
Close - Door/window
Window pane
Sep 8, 2017 · Apt 1
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Sep 8, 2017 · Apt 1
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jul 11, 2017 · Apt 1
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
- 3,096 ft²
- Lot area
- 1,800 ft²
- Zoning
- R6B
- Community board
- 303
- Council district
- 36
- Block / lot
- 1654 / 49
- Assessed value
- $117,660
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #361974, last renewed Sep 23, 2025.
Questions about 491 Hancock Street
Who owns 491 Hancock Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Nieves, Joan.
Does 491 Hancock Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 178 housing violations at this property.
Is 491 Hancock 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 491 Hancock Street built?
City records list 1899 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 491 Hancock 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.