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687 Greene Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11221BBL 3-01796-0067Map

Owner of record: Cpl Properties INC

687 Greene Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1899 in Brooklyn, 11221. It has 3 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is Cpl Properties INC. HPD has recorded 45 housing violations here, most recently on May 4, 2026. 36 of the 45 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
45
DOB violations
1
ECB violations
0
HPD complaints
15

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 · 45

  • 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

    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.

    Jun 9, 2025

    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

    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 21, 2023

    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

    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 10, 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

    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 9, 2021

    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

    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.

    Oct 30, 2019

    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.

    Oct 17, 2018

    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 22, 2017

    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 9, 2016

    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 9, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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

    Mar 18, 2011

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes the dis-used cabinet at the 1 story fire escape balcony located , yard at north

    Dec 27, 2000

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Refit the entrance door to the public hall , in the kitchen located at apt 2, 2nd story

    Dec 27, 2000 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective sheetrock at skylight in the bathroom located at apt 3fl, 3rd story

    Nov 15, 2000 · Apt 3FL

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Properly repair the broken or defective faucet at sink in the kitchen located at apt 3fl, 3rd story

    Nov 15, 2000 · Apt 3FL

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective upper and lower window sashes in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story

    Mar 17, 2000 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice and roach in the kitchen located at apt 2, 2nd story

    Mar 17, 2000 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective upper and lower sashes throught out in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story

    Mar 17, 2000 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tile walls in the bathroom located at apt 2, 2nd story

    Mar 17, 2000 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

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

    Mar 17, 2000 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the flushing apparatus and maintain same so as to flush effectively the water closet bathroom in the bathroom located at apt 2, 2nd story

    Mar 17, 2000 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective wood molding aroung all doors in the 1st bedroom from east located at apt 2, 2nd story

    Mar 17, 2000 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective closet doors through out in the 1st bedroom from east located at apt 2, 2nd story

    Mar 17, 2000 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

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

    Mar 17, 2000 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective ceiling light fixture in the 1st bedroom from south located at apt 2, 2nd story

    Mar 17, 2000 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 50 watts night inspection.

    Dec 1, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Provide adequate light of not less than 60 watts incandescent or equivalent illumination vestibule 1 sty public hall night inspection.

    Dec 1, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-20.08,20.09 adm code file certification of satisfactory installation of smoke detecting device in accordance with h.p.d. rules and regulations.

    May 28, 1986

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code remove all encumbrances consisting of household articles all sty public hall.

    Oct 31, 1983

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair the broken or defective wood tread 1st up basement to 1st sty public hall stairs.

    Oct 31, 1983

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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.

    Oct 31, 1983

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective plasterboard clg cellar throughout.

    Oct 31, 1983

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code properly secure the loose clg light fixture 1st sty public hall.

    Oct 31, 1983

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code & 309 m/d law abate the nuisance consisting of uncapped gas pipe 2nd sty public hall wall.

    Oct 31, 1983

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Section 178, 217 m/d law make effective the light and ventilation of skylight by removing from beneath same the domelight located in ceiling 3rd sty pub hall.

    Oct 31, 1983

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code & 309 m/d law abate the nuisance consisting of exposed electrical wires 3rd sty public hall and ceiling.

    Oct 31, 1983

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    D26-10.01 adm code & 309 m/d law abate the nuisance consisting of scuttle closet sealed off 3rd sty public hall er1.

    Oct 31, 1983

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-12.01 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department walls & clgs all sty public hall.

    Oct 31, 1983

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color clg 2nd sty pub hall.

    Oct 31, 1983

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-19.05 adm code provide adequate light of not less than 60 watts incandescent or equivalent illumination all sty pub hall.

    Oct 31, 1983

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Section 65 m/d law provide under completed permit, a proper enclosure for the central heating plant, cellar center.

    Oct 31, 1983

    Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 1

  • Plumbing none

    Full stop work order; filing work no allowed as per laa division under e-filing standards - adding additional gas meters laa #340185579 master lmp #1504 remedy: amend application

    Sep 25, 2014

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 0

No ECB violations on record

Complaints

  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Mar 17, 2019 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Mar 17, 2019 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Mar 17, 2019 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Mar 17, 2019 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Mar 17, 2019 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Mar 17, 2019 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door frame

    Mar 17, 2019 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Mar 17, 2019 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Oct 24, 2014 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Oct 23, 2014 · Apt 2

    Close
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  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Nov 10, 2010 · Apt 2FL

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Nov 10, 2010 · Apt 2FL

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 10, 2010 · Apt 2FL

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Nov 10, 2010 · Apt 2FL

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Nov 10, 2010 · Apt 2FL

    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
3,192 ft²
Lot area
1,900 ft²
Zoning
R6B
Community board
303
Council district
36
Block / lot
1796 / 67
Assessed value
$128,100
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #361343, last renewed Sep 8, 2025.

Questions about 687 Greene Avenue

Who owns 687 Greene Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Cpl Properties INC.

Does 687 Greene Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 45 housing violations at this property.

Is 687 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 687 Greene Avenue built?

City records list 1899 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 687 Greene 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.