531 Hancock Street
Brooklyn, NY 11233BBL 3-01655-0071Map
Owner of record: Cityhome Hancock LLC
531 Hancock Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1910 in Brooklyn, 11233. It has 6 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is Cityhome Hancock LLC. HPD has recorded 75 housing violations here, most recently on May 4, 2026. City tax records listed 6 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.
- HPD violations
- 75
- DOB violations
- 9
- ECB violations
- 2
- HPD complaints
- 61
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
Counts come from owners' rent-stabilization filings shown on NYC Department of Finance tax bills, as extracted by JustFix. They tell you a building has stabilized apartments, not which ones.
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Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 75
- 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 4, 2026
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 - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector that is defective in the entire apartment located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Jun 21, 2022 · Apt 3R
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). that is defective in the entire apartment located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Jun 21, 2022 · Apt 3R
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective in the entrance located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
May 19, 2022 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective baluster at intermediate landing at public hall stairs, 2nd story
May 19, 2022
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective in the entrance located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at west
May 19, 2022 · Apt 3R
Closed — Violation closed - 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
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
Apr 20, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box missing at public hall, 1st story
Apr 20, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed
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- 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.
Apr 20, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed - 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
Apr 20, 2021
Closed — Violation closed - 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. at public hall, 1st story
Apr 20, 2021
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 at public hall, 1st story
Apr 20, 2021
Closed — Violation closed - 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 missing at public hall, 1st story
Apr 20, 2021
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-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 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Apr 15, 2021 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Arrange and make self-closing the doors ... in the entrance located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Apr 15, 2021 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Apr 15, 2021 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Apr 15, 2021 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Apr 15, 2021 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of scalding hot water exceeding the maximum temperature of 130 degrees at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Apr 15, 2021 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation closed - 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
Apr 13, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed - 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
Apr 13, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed - 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.
Apr 13, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed - 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
Apr 13, 2021
Closed — Violation closed - 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. at public hall, 1st story
Apr 13, 2021
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
§ 329, m/d law and dept. rules and regs. provide a completed certificate of inspection visits in a proper frame readily accessible for signature, bottom edge of frame between 48-62 inches above floor at that is missing at public hall, 1st story
Apr 13, 2021
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 that is missing at public hall, 1st story
Apr 13, 2021
Closed — Violation closed - 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 - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective , secondary entrance door to apartment in the 4th room from north located at bsmt-apt ground, 1st bsmt-apt from west at north
Aug 9, 2020 · Apt GROUND
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) 1st door frame from west at north wall in the kitchen located at apt ground, 1st apartment from west at north
Aug 9, 2020 · Apt GROUND
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approximately 5 sq ft at the east wall in the bathroom located at apt ground, 1st apartment from west at north original violation 13759353 issued 09-aug-20 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code ''''27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).
Aug 9, 2020 · Apt GROUND
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) 1st door frame from north at east wall, 1st window frame from east at south wall, 2nd window frame from east at south wall in the 4th room from north located at apt ground, 1st apartment from west at north
Aug 9, 2020 · Apt GROUND
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) picture moulding at east wall in the 3rd room from north located at apt ground, 1st apartment from west at north
Aug 9, 2020 · Apt GROUND
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) 1st door frame from east at south wall in the foyer located at apt ground, 1st apartment from west at north
Aug 9, 2020 · Apt GROUND
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) 1st door from east at south wall, 1st door frame from east at south wall in the bathroom located at apt ground, 1st apartment from west at north
Aug 9, 2020 · Apt GROUND
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approximately 5 sq ft at the east wall in the bathroom located at apt ground, 1st apartment from west at north
Aug 9, 2020 · Apt GROUND
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the east wall in the bathroom located at apt ground, 1st apartment from west at north
Aug 9, 2020 · Apt GROUND
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling, wainscotting at east wall in the 4th room from north located at apt ground, 1st apartment from west at north
Aug 9, 2020 · Apt GROUND
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling in the 3rd room from north located at apt ground, 1st apartment from west at north
Aug 9, 2020 · Apt GROUND
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling in the kitchen located at apt ground, 1st apartment from west at north
Aug 9, 2020 · Apt GROUND
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Provide a safe and adequate supply of electric service to the fixtures , light fixtures at the ceiling in the 3rd room from north located at apt ground, 1st apartment from west at north
Aug 9, 2020 · Apt GROUND
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Provide a safe and adequate supply of electric service to the fixtures , light fixture at the ceiling in the 4th room from north located at bsmt-apt ground, 1st bsmt-apt from west at north
Aug 9, 2020 · Apt GROUND
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Arrange and make self-closing the doors , in the 1st entrance from north located at bsmt-apt ground, 1st bsmt-apt from west at north
Aug 9, 2020 · Apt GROUND
Closed — Violation closed - 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 - CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of heat from an approved central heating system, or an approved system of gas or electrical heating in good operating condition for the dwelling unit in the entire apartment located at apt 2f, 2nd story
Dec 13, 2018 · Apt 2F
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures gas range in the kitchen located at apt 2f, 2nd story
Dec 13, 2018 · Apt 2F
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective glass at lower sash east window in the 1st room from north located at apt 2f, 2nd story
Dec 13, 2018 · Apt 2F
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
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 2f, 2nd story
Dec 13, 2018 · Apt 2F
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 2f, 2nd story
Dec 13, 2018 · Apt 2F
Closed — Violation dismissed
DOB building violations · 9
- 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 - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2019 external low pressure inspection
Jun 20, 2023
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Jul 7, 2021
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 31, 2005
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
Mar 16, 1999
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jul 25, 1994
Dob violation - dismissed
ECB violations · 2
- Class - 2
Boiler safety valve inlet pipe is reduced/combustion air register is closable/fresh air duct does not extend to the outdoors/wires exposed at remote switch/debris in boiler room/debris at gas meters; correct vi
May 26, 2021 · Penalty $312
Resolve - Class - 1
No diverter, no chimney access ,boiler room door not self closing, spill switch not properly installed. cease use boiler. correct all hazardous conditions immediately.do not operate call dob to lift cease use 2
Apr 8, 2021
Resolve
Complaints
- Heat/hot water
Entire building
May 30, 2021 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
May 13, 2021 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
May 12, 2021 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
May 11, 2021 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
May 10, 2021 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
May 1, 2021 · Apt 1
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Apr 26, 2021 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Apr 22, 2021 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Apr 22, 2021 · Apt 2R
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Apr 20, 2021 · Apt BLDG
Close
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- Heat/hot water
Entire building
Apr 19, 2021 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Apr 18, 2021 · Apt 1
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Apr 17, 2021 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Apr 16, 2021 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Apr 15, 2021 · Apt BLDG
Close - General
Janitor/super
Apr 14, 2021 · Apt BASEME
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Apr 14, 2021 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Apr 13, 2021 · Apt 1
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Apr 12, 2021 · Apt 3R
Close - Electric
Lighting
Aug 6, 2020 · Apt GROUND
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Aug 6, 2020 · Apt BASEME
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Aug 6, 2020 · Apt BASEME
Close - General
Cooking gas
Dec 13, 2018 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 13, 2018 · Apt BLDG
Close - General
Cooking gas
Dec 12, 2018 · Apt 2F
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 12, 2018 · Apt 2F
Close - Electric
Electric-supply
Oct 11, 2011 · Apt 3F
Close - General
Mold
Jan 30, 2011 · Apt 1
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Jan 30, 2011 · Apt 1
Close - Electric
Wiring
Jan 30, 2011 · Apt 1
Close - Heating
Heat related
Aug 2, 2010 · Apt 1
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Jun 2, 2010 · Apt 1
Close - General
Floor
Jul 22, 2009 · Apt 3F
Close - General
Windows
Jul 22, 2009 · Apt 3F
Close - General
Doors
Jul 22, 2009 · Apt 3F
Close - Nonconst
Smoke detector
Jul 22, 2009 · Apt 3F
Close - Nonconst
Carbon monoxide
Jul 22, 2009 · Apt 3F
Close - Electric
Wiring
Jul 22, 2009 · Apt 3F
Close - Electric
Electric-supply
Jun 20, 2009 · Apt BSM
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Jun 16, 2009 · Apt 3R
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jun 16, 2009 · Apt 3R
Close - General
Floor
Jun 16, 2009 · Apt 3R
Close - Plumbing
Toilet
Jun 16, 2009 · Apt 3R
Close - General
Windows
Jun 16, 2009 · Apt 3R
Close - General
Locks
Jun 16, 2009 · Apt 3R
Close - General
Stairs
Jun 16, 2009 · Apt 3R
Close - General
Doors
Jun 16, 2009 · Apt 3R
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Jun 16, 2009 · Apt 3R
Close - General
Floor
May 30, 2009 · Apt 3F
Close - General
Ventilation system
May 30, 2009 · Apt 3F
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C2)
- Year built
- 1910
- Floors
- 3
- Residential units
- 6
- Building area
- 2,700 ft²
- Lot area
- 1,800 ft²
- Zoning
- R6B
- Community board
- 303
- Council district
- 36
- Block / lot
- 1655 / 71
- Assessed value
- $334,350
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #319437, last renewed Sep 9, 2025.
Questions about 531 Hancock Street
Who owns 531 Hancock Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Cityhome Hancock LLC.
Does 531 Hancock Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 75 housing violations at this property.
Is 531 Hancock Street rent stabilized?
NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 6 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 100% of its 6 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.
When was 531 Hancock Street built?
City records list 1910 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 531 Hancock Street?
It has 6 residential units.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.