655 Greene Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11221BBL 3-01795-0053Map
Owner of record: 655 Greene LLC
655 Greene Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1931 in Brooklyn, 11221. It has 4 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is 655 Greene LLC. HPD has recorded 32 housing violations here, most recently on September 22, 2026. 9 of the 32 most recent violations are still open.
- HPD violations
- 32
- DOB violations
- 12
- ECB violations
- 4
- HPD complaints
- 36
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 · 32
- CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at bulkhead door , 3rd story
Sep 22, 2026
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling and east wall at public hall, 2nd story
Sep 4, 2026
Open — Nov certified on time - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective with fire retarted material at ceiling and east wall at public hall, 2nd story
Sep 4, 2026
Open — Nov certified on time - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling and east wall at public hall, 2nd story
Sep 4, 2026
Open — Nov certified on time - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at vestibule door at public hall, 1st story
Sep 4, 2026
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Sep 4, 2026 · Apt 3
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 10, 2024
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 - 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.
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.
Feb 25, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed
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- CImmediately hazardous
Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the 1st room from north at east located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Oct 13, 2021 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system locked door at basement
Oct 13, 2021
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.
Apr 9, 2021
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
Repair the roof so that it will not leak at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 3, 3rd story, apartment at east
Jan 4, 2021 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 3, 3rd story, apartment at east
Jan 4, 2021 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Arrange and make self-closing the doors at entrance located at apt 3, 3rd story, apartment at east
Jan 4, 2021 · Apt 3
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.
Nov 22, 2017
Closed — Violation dismissed - 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 9, 2015
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide a safe and adequate supply of electric service to the fixtures -in the entire building
Dec 9, 2014
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
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
Feb 8, 2012
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
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 ***minimum 100 watts of incandescent light required***
Apr 24, 2011
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
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 required.
Mar 1, 2009
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
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 ... , 1st story
Oct 15, 2007
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Replace with new the missing electric light fixture at ceiling at public hall, 3rd story
Oct 15, 2007
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of exposed electrical wiring at ceiling at public hall, 3rd story
Oct 15, 2007
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Remove all encumbrances consisting of household items at public hall, 4th story
Oct 15, 2007
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective electric light fixture at ceiling at public hall, 4th story
Oct 15, 2007
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. in the entire apartment located at apt 4, 4th story, apartment at east
Oct 15, 2007 · Apt 4
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin bedbugs in the entire apartment located at apt 4, 4th story, apartment at east
Oct 15, 2007 · Apt 4
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Remove all encumbrances consisting of household articles at scuttle closet at public hall, 3rd story
Sep 8, 2004
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly secure the loose handrail at public hall stairs, 3rd story
Sep 8, 2004
Closed — Violation closed
DOB building violations · 12
- Immediate emergency anythingoptional
Erect approximately 20w x 14h linear feet of sidewalk shed at explosur e 1 to protect the public and property
Jan 26, 2024
Dob violation - dismissed - 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 - 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 - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Jul 16, 2016
Dob violation - active
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- 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 · 4
- Class - 1
Failure to maintain building in a code compliant manner. section of facade bricks fell on to front stoop of 3 story m/d. remainder of bricks are loose defective in a state of disrepair. affected area is located
Jan 25, 2024
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Failure to maintain exterior wall. front exterior wall is flaking and spalling stone and stucco. cracks have developed on decoritive brownstone window moldings. also at parapit level cornice has molding hanging
Oct 21, 2004 · Penalty $800
Active - Hazardous
Failure to maintain building. front exterior wall is flaking and spalling stone & stucco. all defects on brownstone facade. remedy: maintain exterior wall. repair all damage.
Jun 2, 2004
Resolve - Hazardous
Failure to maintain exterior building wall.defect are; cracked & broken & unkeyed cement stucco at front facade of brownstone building
Nov 12, 2003
Resolve
Complaints
- Unsanitary condition
Pests
Aug 26, 2026 · Apt 2
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Aug 23, 2026 · Apt 3
Close - Water leak
Heavy flow
Aug 23, 2026 · Apt TOPFLO
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Aug 23, 2026 · Apt TOPFLO
Close - Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
Jul 15, 2026 · Apt 3
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jan 28, 2026 · Apt UNIT2
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Sep 18, 2023 · Apt GROUND
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Feb 28, 2023 · Apt 3
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 28, 2023 · Apt 3
Close - Electric
Lighting
Oct 12, 2021 · Apt 3
Close
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- Heat/hot water
Entire building
Oct 12, 2021 · Apt 3
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jan 3, 2021 · Apt 3
Close - Electric
Lighting
Jan 3, 2021 · Apt 3
Close - Water leak
Heavy flow
Jan 3, 2021 · Apt 3
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Dec 19, 2016 · Apt 2
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 5, 2014 · Apt L2
Close - Electric
Power outage
Dec 5, 2014 · Apt L2
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 7, 2014 · Apt 3
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Jun 10, 2008 · Apt 1A
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jun 3, 2008 · Apt 1A
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jun 3, 2008 · Apt 1A
Close - General
Windows
Jun 2, 2008 · Apt 1A
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jun 2, 2008 · Apt 1A
Close - Heating
Heat related
Apr 1, 2008 · Apt 1A
Close - Heating
Heat related
Apr 1, 2008 · Apt 1A
Close - Heating
Heat related
Mar 29, 2008 · Apt 1A
Close - Heating
Heat related
Feb 18, 2008 · Apt 1A
Close - Heating
Heat related
Feb 11, 2008 · Apt 1A
Close - Electric
Electric-supply
Oct 25, 2007 · Apt 2
Close - Heating
Heat related
Oct 25, 2007 · Apt 1A
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Oct 9, 2007 · Apt 4
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Sep 28, 2007 · Apt 4
Close - Heating
Heat related
Feb 11, 2007 · Apt 1
Close - Heating
Heat related
Feb 11, 2007 · Apt 1
Close - General
Cooking gas
Nov 14, 2006 · Apt 1FLR
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Oct 1, 2006 · Apt 4
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C3)
- Year built
- 1931
- Floors
- 3
- Residential units
- 4
- Building area
- 2,800 ft²
- Lot area
- 1,667 ft²
- Zoning
- R6B
- Community board
- 303
- Council district
- 36
- Block / lot
- 1795 / 53
- Assessed value
- $262,800
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #359730, last renewed Jul 30, 2026.
Questions about 655 Greene Avenue
Who owns 655 Greene Avenue?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 655 Greene LLC.
Does 655 Greene Avenue have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 32 housing violations at this property.
Is 655 Greene 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 655 Greene Avenue built?
City records list 1931 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 655 Greene Avenue?
It has 4 residential units.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.