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640 Lafayette Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11216BBL 3-01789-0033Map

Owner of record: Ymj 640 LLC

640 Lafayette Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1931 in Brooklyn, 11216. It has 16 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is Ymj 640 LLC. HPD has recorded 94 housing violations here, most recently on August 9, 2023.

HPD violations
94
DOB violations
16
ECB violations
5
HPD complaints
102

What to know

Good
No open Class C

No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.

Good
Last violation Aug 9, 2023

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 · 94

  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective at front entrance to building , 1st story

    Aug 9, 2023

    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.

    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
  • 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
  • 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 30, 2019

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - presumed lead paint that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) east wall in the private hallway located at apt b1, 1st story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Mar 19, 2017 · Apt B1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of extremely hot water exceeding 130 degrees at apartment fixtures, in the entire apartment located at apt 1b, 1st story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Mar 19, 2017 · Apt 1B

    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 19, 2017

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box at vestibule, at public hall, 1st story

    Mar 19, 2017

    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

    Mar 19, 2017

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

    Mar 19, 2017

    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

    Mar 19, 2017

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    § 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 at vestibule, at public hall, 1st story

    Mar 19, 2017

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Code: arrange and make self-closing the doors .. in the entrance located at apt 1b, 1st story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Mar 19, 2017 · Apt 1B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

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

    Mar 19, 2017 · Apt 1B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

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

    Mar 19, 2017 · Apt 1B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Refit wood door, in the bathroom located at apt 1b, 1st story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Mar 19, 2017 · Apt 1B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of gap approx ( 1 inch) from door to saddle in the entrance located at apt 1b, 1st story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Mar 19, 2017 · Apt 1B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 1b, 1st story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Mar 19, 2017 · Apt 1B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the east wall in the private hallway located at apt b1, 1st story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Mar 19, 2017 · Apt B1

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Provide a peep hole in entrance door of the dwelling unit so located so as to permit a person inside the dwelling to view any person outside entrance door .. in the private hallway located at apt 1b, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Mar 4, 2017 · Apt 1B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the 3rd room from north, the 4th room from north located at apt 4b, 4th story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Mar 4, 2017 · Apt 4B

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    § 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 .. at public hall, 1st story

    Mar 4, 2017

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Remove all obstructions and repair all defects in bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 1b, 1st story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Mar 4, 2017 · Apt 1B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Replace the broken or defective water closet in the bathroom located at apt 1b, 1st story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Mar 4, 2017 · Apt 1B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly secure the loose lower sash of the third window from west on the north wall in the 1st room from north located at apt 4d, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Mar 1, 2017 · Apt 4D

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Code: arrange and make self-closing the doors ... in the entrance located at apt 2a, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Mar 1, 2017 · Apt 2A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Refit the door in the entrance located at apt 4d, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Mar 1, 2017 · Apt 4D

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 4d, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Mar 1, 2017 · Apt 4D

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective counterbalance of the lower sash of the third window from west on the north wall in the 1st room from north located at apt 4d, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Mar 1, 2017 · Apt 4D

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - presumed lead paint 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 in the 1st room from north located at apt 2a, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Mar 1, 2017 · Apt 2A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Properly repair the broken or defective peephole in the entrance located at apt 4b, 4th story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Mar 1, 2017 · Apt 4B

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 4b, 4th story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Mar 1, 2017 · Apt 4B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    § 185, 240 m/d law properly fire retard in accordance with the rules and regulations of this department the cellar ceiling ...

    Mar 1, 2017

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of key operated lock installed at door leading to fire escape window in the 1st room from north located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Mar 1, 2017 · Apt 3A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Code: arrange and make self-closing the doors ... in the entrance located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Mar 1, 2017 · Apt 3A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Mar 1, 2017 · Apt 2B

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Refit the door in the entrance located at apt 4a, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Mar 1, 2017 · Apt 4A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 4a, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Mar 1, 2017 · Apt 4A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Provide adequate supply of hot water for the fixtures ... in the entire apartment located at apt 4a, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Mar 1, 2017 · Apt 4A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the nuisance consisting of mold ... at the window casing on the south wall in the 2nd room from north located at apt 4a, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Mar 1, 2017 · Apt 4A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of hot water exceeding the maximum of 130 degrees found the hot water to be 138 degrees in the entire apartment located at apt 1d, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Mar 1, 2017 · Apt 1D

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 1d, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Mar 1, 2017 · Apt 1D

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the nuisance consisting of mold ... on the north wall in the 1st room from north located at apt 4a, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Mar 1, 2017 · Apt 4A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tile on the window sill on the south wall in the 3rd room from north located at apt 3b, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Mar 1, 2017 · Apt 3B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of hot water exceeding the maximum temperature of 130 degrees at hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 3b, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Mar 1, 2017 · Apt 3B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Properly secure the loose water supply shut off valve handle at north wall in the bathroom located at apt 1b, 1st story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Mar 1, 2017 · Apt 1B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tile floor in the kitchen located at apt 1d, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Mar 1, 2017 · Apt 1D

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of hot water exceeding the maximum temperature of 130 degrees at hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 2a, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Mar 1, 2017 · Apt 2A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 2d, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Mar 1, 2017 · Apt 2D

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 16

  • 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
  • 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

    Mar 19, 2003

    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

    Feb 27, 2001

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 7, 2000

    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

    May 4, 1998

    Dob violation - dismissed
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  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Sep 16, 1997

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 10, 1997

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Aug 29, 1995

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jun 1, 1994

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Aug 16, 1993

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jun 1, 1993

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 5

  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner. noted: rear of bldgexp. 3 @ roof level above 4th fl windows bricks are spalling & surfacecoating is laminating from bldg. section is about 3x3 ft. remedy: reme

    Mar 1, 2017 · Penalty $250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Fail to maintain bldg in code compliant manner. re: installation/maintenance of plumbing materials/equipment per pc 102.3;27-902 observed on3/01/17 at above address in bsmt/cellar level prohibited. materials be

    Mar 1, 2017 · Penalty $250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner.no fire stopping perbc 712.3;27-345. noted: at cellar level holes in sheet rock throughout& some pipe that need to be fire stopping. remedy: provide/maintain fi

    Mar 1, 2017 · Penalty $250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain bldg in code-compliant manner.observed on 1/23/17 no recent boiler insp noted on d.o.b database.last boiler insp was completed on 7/13/2015.also boiler control covers missing.must replace.re

    Jan 23, 2017 · Penalty $100

    Resolve
  • Class - 3

    Failure to maintain building in a code-complaint manner. vertical cracks rom exposure wall/& interior various areas improperly fitting window frames. missing tile in kitchen floor of apt 2d. missing tile expose

    Jan 11, 2011 · Penalty $100

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Sep 28, 2026 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Feb 9, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Feb 9, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Feb 9, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Feb 9, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Feb 8, 2026 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Aug 1, 2023 · Apt 1C

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Nov 21, 2020 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 21, 2020 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Mar 17, 2017 · Apt 1B

    Close
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  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Mar 17, 2017 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Mar 17, 2017 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door frame

    Mar 17, 2017 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Mar 17, 2017 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Mar 17, 2017 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Mar 17, 2017 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Mar 16, 2017 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 24, 2016 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Nov 16, 2016 · Apt 2D

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Nov 2, 2016 · Apt 3D

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Nov 2, 2016 · Apt 3D

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Nov 2, 2016 · Apt 3D

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Nov 2, 2016 · Apt 3D

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Nov 2, 2016 · Apt 3D

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Nov 2, 2016 · Apt 3D

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Nov 2, 2016 · Apt 3D

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Nov 2, 2016 · Apt 3D

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Nov 2, 2016 · Apt 3D

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 1, 2015 · Apt 4D

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Oct 19, 2015 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 16, 2012 · Apt 4A

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Jun 1, 2011 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Jun 1, 2011 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jun 1, 2011 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 20, 2011 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Jan 11, 2011 · Apt 2D

    Close
  • General

    Ceramic-tile

    Jan 11, 2011 · Apt 2D

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Jan 11, 2011 · Apt 2D

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Jan 11, 2011 · Apt 2D

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Jan 11, 2011 · Apt 2D

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 24, 2010 · Apt 4D

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 8, 2010 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Aug 18, 2010 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 22, 2010 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 30, 2010 · Apt 4D

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 9, 2010 · Apt 4D

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 24, 2009 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 24, 2009 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 24, 2009 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 20, 2009 · Apt 4D

    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 (C1)
Year built
1931
Floors
4
Residential units
16
Building area
7,150 ft²
Lot area
2,750 ft²
Zoning
R6B
Community board
303
Council district
36
Block / lot
1789 / 33
Assessed value
$920,700
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #351539, last renewed Jul 8, 2025.

Questions about 640 Lafayette Avenue

Who owns 640 Lafayette Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Ymj 640 LLC.

Does 640 Lafayette Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 94 housing violations at this property.

Is 640 Lafayette Avenue 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 640 Lafayette Avenue built?

City records list 1931 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 640 Lafayette Avenue?

It has 16 residential units.

Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.