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698 Hancock Street

Brooklyn, NY 11233BBL 3-01662-0033Map

Owner of record: Macon Street INC.

698 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 Macon Street INC.. HPD has recorded 101 housing violations here, most recently on May 4, 2026. 2 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
101
DOB violations
14
ECB violations
5
HPD complaints
82

What to know

Concern
2 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation May 4, 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 · 101

  • 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.

    May 4, 2026

    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.

    Jun 9, 2025

    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.

    Nov 29, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jul 20, 2024 · Apt 2L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinge at door leading to cellar at public hall, 1st story

    Jul 13, 2024

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 10, 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 23, 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.

    Nov 14, 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.

    Feb 25, 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 9, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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  • 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.

    Apr 9, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling and all walls in the bathroom located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Aug 20, 2018 · Apt 2L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Properly repair the broken or defective intercom system in the entire apartment located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Aug 20, 2018 · Apt 2L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

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

    Aug 20, 2018 · Apt 2L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective in the entrance located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Aug 20, 2018 · Apt 2L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Remove the illegal fastening key operated padlock at fire escape gate in the kitchen located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Aug 20, 2018 · Apt 2L

    Open — Violation will be reinspected
  • B

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

    Aug 25, 2017

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective electrical light fixture at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 2, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Aug 25, 2017 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

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

    Aug 25, 2017

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the 2nd room from north located at apt 2, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Aug 25, 2017 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

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

    Aug 25, 2017 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Properly repair and abate unsafe electric wiring condition consisting of exposed electrical wires at ceiling light fixture in the kitchen located at apt 2, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Aug 25, 2017 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor. in the kitchen located at apt 2, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Aug 25, 2017 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

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

    Aug 25, 2017

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Feb 24, 2017 · Apt 2L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Feb 24, 2017 · Apt 2L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

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

    Feb 24, 2017 · Apt 2L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    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 4, 2016

    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.

    Oct 9, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Replace with new the missing ceramic wall tiles at south wall in the bathroom located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Aug 8, 2015 · Apt 2L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

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

    Aug 8, 2015 · Apt 2L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

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

    Aug 8, 2015 · Apt 2L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective window counter balance upper sash in the 1st room from north located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Aug 8, 2015 · Apt 2L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Replace with new the broken or defective ceiling light fixture in the kitchen located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Aug 8, 2015 · Apt 2L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the 4th room from north located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Aug 8, 2015 · Apt 2L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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

    Mar 16, 2015

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from window to fire escape or provide approved type gate .. located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 20, 2013 · Apt 2L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 20, 2013 · Apt 2L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector inoperative located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 20, 2013 · Apt 2L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Properly repair the broken or defective building entrance door lock at party wall balcony, 1st story

    Sep 20, 2013

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

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

    Sep 20, 2013 · Apt 2L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 20, 2013 · Apt 2L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. located at apt 3r, 3rd story

    Aug 24, 2013 · Apt 3R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing located at apt 3r, 3rd story

    Aug 24, 2013 · Apt 3R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color all walls and ceiling in the foyer located at apt 3r, 3rd story

    Aug 24, 2013 · Apt 3R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Provide a safe and adequate supply of electric service to the fixtures at ceiling in the kitchenette located at apt 2r, 2nd story

    Aug 24, 2013 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2r, 2nd story

    Aug 24, 2013 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak over ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2r, 2nd story

    Aug 24, 2013 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 1r, 1st story

    Aug 24, 2013 · Apt 1R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective locking device at entrance door to building , 1st story

    Aug 24, 2013

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 14

  • 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 2018 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
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2016 inspection report

    Apr 6, 2018

    Dob violation - active
  • 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
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2012 inspection report

    May 15, 2014

    Dob violation - active
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  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2011 inspection report

    Mar 1, 2013

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2010 inspection report

    Dec 13, 2011

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Lblvio-low pressure boiler boiler required

    Dec 31, 2009

    Dob violation - active
  • Boiler boiler optional

    B-boiler boiler optional

    Aug 21, 1989

    Vp-violation unserved ecb-active

ECB violations · 5

  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain bldg in codecompliant manner.note:arrived@698hancockst atoi backyd&bldg littered w/trash you couldnt get out of back door trash was over3'h whole bldg dirty&filled w/trash.note:see photos co

    May 26, 2022 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Electrical work w/o permit note arrived@698hancockst 3sty brick attached bldg.atoi electrician working in bsmt of bldg in shed were permit was&he said he doesnt know he was just sent to work by his boss.he was

    May 26, 2022

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    No approved plans onsite atoi.note:arrived@698hancockst&when i got access to job i asked man in charge for approved plan&he said boss took them to office.comply w/notice of violation

    May 26, 2022

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    As per class 2 (b265)28-303-7 failure to file a complete boiler inspection report as per dob records. remedy: submit a current b0-9 report.

    Mar 20, 2017 · Penalty $2,500

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain building in code-complaint manner. note: bathroom concrete floor cracked broken w/holes in floor & floor tiles missing at apt 1l. kitchen floor rotten section of plywood rotted & tiles missi

    Aug 11, 2011

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Door/window

    Door

    Jun 8, 2023 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Aug 16, 2018 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Electric

    No lighting

    Aug 16, 2018 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Aug 16, 2018 · Apt 2L

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Aug 17, 2017 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Aug 17, 2017 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Feb 6, 2017 · Apt 2L

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Aug 3, 2015 · Apt 2L

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Aug 3, 2015 · Apt 2L

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Aug 3, 2015 · Apt 2L

    Close
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  • Electric

    Lighting

    Aug 3, 2015 · Apt 2L

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Apr 16, 2015 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Mar 12, 2015 · Apt 2L

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Apr 22, 2014 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 6, 2014 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Sep 18, 2013 · Apt 2L

    Close
  • General

    Doors

    Aug 22, 2013 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Aug 20, 2013 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Aug 20, 2013 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Aug 20, 2013 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Aug 20, 2013 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Aug 20, 2013 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Aug 20, 2013 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Carbon monoxide

    Aug 20, 2013 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Smoke detector

    Aug 20, 2013 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • General

    Doors

    Aug 20, 2013 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Aug 20, 2013 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Jul 22, 2013 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Jul 22, 2013 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 25, 2013 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 22, 2013 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    May 8, 2012 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    May 8, 2012 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Electric

    Bell-buzzer/intercom

    May 8, 2012 · Apt 2L

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    May 8, 2012 · Apt 2L

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 4, 2012 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Dec 29, 2011 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Dec 29, 2011 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • General

    Fire-escape

    Dec 29, 2011 · Apt 2L

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Dec 29, 2011 · Apt 2L

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Dec 29, 2011 · Apt 2L

    Close
  • Construction

    Pavement

    Dec 29, 2011 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • General

    Stairs

    Dec 29, 2011 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Dec 29, 2011 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Dec 29, 2011 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Dec 29, 2011 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Dec 29, 2011 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Dec 29, 2011 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 29, 2011 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 11, 2011 · Apt 1R

    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 (C2)
Year built
1910
Floors
3
Residential units
6
Building area
5,025 ft²
Lot area
2,500 ft²
Zoning
R6B
Community board
303
Council district
36
Block / lot
1662 / 33
Assessed value
$430,200
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #343771, last renewed Sep 11, 2025.

Questions about 698 Hancock Street

Who owns 698 Hancock Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Macon Street INC..

Does 698 Hancock Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 101 housing violations at this property.

Is 698 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 698 Hancock Street built?

City records list 1910 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 698 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.