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256 Tompkins Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11216BBL 3-01795-0009Map

Owner of record: 256 Tompkins Realty LLC

256 Tompkins Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1899 in Brooklyn, 11216. It has 3 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is 256 Tompkins Realty LLC. HPD has recorded 26 housing violations here, most recently on May 6, 2026. 25 of the 26 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
26
DOB violations
3
ECB violations
6
HPD complaints
6

What to know

Concern
3 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation May 6, 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 · 26

  • 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 6, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 19, 2025

    Open — Info 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.

    Jun 11, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 27, 2024

    Open — Info 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 12, 2024

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 20, 2023

    Open — Info 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.

    Mar 27, 2023

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 9, 2022

    Open — Info 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.

    Mar 2, 2022

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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.

    Mar 2, 2022

    Open — Info nov sent out
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  • 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 13, 2021

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 13, 2021

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • 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 31, 2019

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • 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 22, 2018

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • 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, 2017

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • C

    Remove the illegal fastening key operated double cylinder lock on the wrought iron gate in the fence at front yard

    Nov 21, 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.

    Nov 15, 2016

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • 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 14, 2015

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • 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.

    Feb 25, 2015

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • C

    D26-17.07 adm code provide hot water at all hot water fixtures 3 sty apt kitchen & bathroom.

    Nov 1, 1983

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • C

    D26-17.10 adm code post notice, in form approved by the department, stating the name and location of the person designated by the owner to have key to building's heating system 1 sty pub hall.

    Nov 1, 1983

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • C

    D26-17.10 adm code provide ready access to building's heating system door locked pub hall.

    Nov 1, 1983

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair the broken or defective plaster board ceiling cellar.

    Jun 10, 1982

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • A

    Section 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 frame missing.

    Jun 10, 1982

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • A

    D26-21.03 adm code paint or post a sign indicating floors on wall at or near stairs all stys pub halls.

    Jun 10, 1982

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    D26-11.01, 11.03, 11.05 adm code remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the cellar thru out.

    Jun 10, 1982

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation

DOB building violations · 3

  • Immediate emergency anythingoptional

    Imegncy-immediate emergency anythingoptional

    Sep 3, 2008

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Unsafe buildings none

    Ub-unsafe buildings none

    Apr 14, 2008

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Unsafe buildings none

    Ub-unsafe buildings none

    Apr 10, 2007

    V%*-dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 6

  • Non-hazardous

    Work w/o a permit work noted in that entire new brick facade was installed at front of bldg all work done w/o approvals and permits remedy: obtain approvals and permits if feasible or restore to prior legal

    May 6, 2008 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain bldg hazardous defects noted missing leader drain pipe at front of bldg facade (at 3rd fl) which let all rain water splash on front facade causing water damage to both properties (256 257

    Apr 14, 2008 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain bldg noted: front entry door at 1st fl is open unsecure & exposed to elements & persons entering.at 3rd fl right window is open & exposed.rear door at ground level is open & exposed.remedy:

    Jan 10, 2008 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain bldg.defect is:front 1st fl window,rear 1st & 2nd fl windows & hatch to the cellar at rear missing created access to thevacant bldg.remedy:maintain bldg & seal as per bldg code.

    May 17, 2007 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain exterior building wall. defect are: bulging in rear exterior wall at all stories. (2) landing at fire escape over 1st story rear, now supported by temporary timber.(3) accumulation of debris

    Sep 10, 2004

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work without a permit: work noted: renovation at premises at all floors as follows. (1) erecting new partition walls at basement level throughout. (2) new electrical wiring throughout basement. (3) demolished

    Sep 10, 2004

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 20, 2016 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 11, 2016 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 28, 2015 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 27, 2015 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Electric

    Electric-supply

    Mar 21, 2013 · Apt 3

    Close
  • General

    Cooking gas

    Mar 21, 2013 · Apt 3

    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 (C0)
Year built
1899
Floors
3
Residential units
3
Building area
3,000 ft²
Lot area
1,875 ft²
Zoning
R6A
Community board
303
Council district
36
Block / lot
1795 / 9
Assessed value
$105,240
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #329498, last renewed Jun 15, 2004.

Questions about 256 Tompkins Avenue

Who owns 256 Tompkins Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 256 Tompkins Realty LLC.

Does 256 Tompkins Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 26 housing violations at this property.

Is 256 Tompkins 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 256 Tompkins Avenue built?

City records list 1899 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 256 Tompkins Avenue?

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.