256 Marcus Garvey Blvd
Brooklyn, NY 11221BBL 3-01806-0039Map
Owner of record: 174 Street, LLC
256 Marcus Garvey Blvd is a mixed residential and retail building built in 1931 in Brooklyn, 11221. It has 6 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is 174 Street, LLC. HPD has recorded 46 housing violations here, most recently on October 31, 2019. 38 of the 46 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 6 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.
- HPD violations
- 46
- DOB violations
- 17
- ECB violations
- 8
- HPD complaints
- 140
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
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Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 46
- 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 31, 2019
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.
Nov 29, 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.
Nov 15, 2016
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Apr 20, 2016 · Apt 2R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the 2nd room from east at south located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Apr 20, 2016 · Apt 2R
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Refit the lower sash of east 1 window in the kitchen located at apt 2f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Mar 24, 2016 · Apt 2F
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective bell buzzer intercom system in the entrance located at apt 2f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Mar 24, 2016 · Apt 2F
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the 3rd room from east located at apt 2f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Mar 24, 2016 · Apt 2F
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak over ceiling in the 1st room from east at south located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Mar 16, 2016 · Apt 2R
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department south wall and east wall in the bathroom located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Mar 16, 2016 · Apt 2R
Open — Nov sent out
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- BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of mice located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Mar 16, 2016 · Apt 2R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant plaster on the south wall at public hall, 2nd story
Mar 11, 2016
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 2f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Mar 11, 2016 · Apt 2F
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective the counter balance of the upper sash at the window at east in the kitchenette located at apt 2f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Mar 11, 2016 · Apt 2F
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Mar 11, 2016 · Apt 2F
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Mar 10, 2016 · Apt 2F
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Mar 10, 2016 · Apt 2F
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 2f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Mar 10, 2016 · Apt 2F
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 2f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Mar 10, 2016 · Apt 2F
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wooden cornice over 4th sty windows at front of building
Mar 10, 2016
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling at public hall, 1st story
Feb 10, 2016
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of plywood ceiling at public hall, 1st story
Feb 10, 2016
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at ceiling at public hall, 1st story
Feb 10, 2016
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective spring balance at east upper sash window in the kitchenette located at apt 2f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Feb 10, 2016 · Apt 2F
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Install the missing or repair/replace the defective window guard(s) in accordance with the specifications of the new york city health code section 24 rcny chapter 12. wg to install = 0; wg to replace = 0; wg to repair = 1; in the entire apartment located at apt 2f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Feb 10, 2016 · Apt 2F
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Section 213, subd. 5 m/d law discontinue use of interior room for living or provide a single opening of at least 60 percent of area of the partition to room having window opening directly to street or yard .. in the 2nd room from east located at apt 2f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Feb 10, 2016 · Apt 2F
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceiling and south wall in the bathroom located at apt 2f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Feb 10, 2016 · Apt 2F
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the nuisance consisting of mold ... at ceiling approx. 1 square feet in the bathroom located at apt 2f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Feb 10, 2016 · Apt 2F
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Section 53, 187, 231 m/d law and department rules and regulations. provide a shoe properly secured to bottom of string of dropladder building front at fire escape
Feb 10, 2016
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the bathroom , the 1st room from north at east, the kitchen , the private hallway located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Feb 3, 2016 · Apt 2R
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.
Oct 14, 2015
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Replace the broken or defective trip leaver waste at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 4f, 4th story, apartment at east
Aug 29, 2014 · Apt 4F
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood door frame at bulkhead door leading to roof , 4th story
May 1, 2014
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective metal hinges at bulkhead door leading to roof (two total) , 4th story
May 1, 2014
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the private hallway located at apt 4r, 4th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
May 1, 2014 · Apt 4R
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Repair the roof so that it will not leak at the ceiling in the entire apartment located at apt 4r, 4th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
May 1, 2014 · Apt 4R
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 of at least 150 watts floressent or incandescent
May 1, 2014
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 4r, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south
May 1, 2014 · Apt 4R
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Cleanse to the satisfaction of this department the all floors , all treads at all stories at public hall
Jun 26, 2012
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Provide adequate light of not less than 60 watts incandescent or equivalent illumination .... at public hall, 2nd story
Jun 26, 2012
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective electric outlet south wall in the bathroom located at apt 3r, 3rd story, apartment at west
Nov 3, 2010 · Apt 3R
Open — Not complied with - BHazardous
Replace with new the missing electric outlet south wall in the 2nd room from east located at apt 3r, 3rd story, apartment at west
Nov 3, 2010 · Apt 3R
Open — Not complied with - ANon-hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling and walls in the bathroom located at apt 3r, 3rd story, apartment at west
Nov 3, 2010 · Apt 3R
Open — Not complied with - ANon-hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the 2nd room from east located at apt 3r, 3rd story, apartment at west
Nov 3, 2010 · Apt 3R
Open — Not complied with - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the nuisance consisting of mold ... and mildew at ceiling 2 square feet in the bathroom located at apt 3r, 3rd story, apartment at west
Nov 3, 2010 · Apt 3R
Open — Not complied with - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective mail box at public hall, 1st story
Mar 31, 2010
Open — Not complied with
DOB building violations · 17
- Immediate emergency anythingoptional
Remedy:erect approximately 20 linear feet of sidewalk shed at exposure #1 (marcus garvey boulevard) to safeguard the public and adjoining property
Oct 17, 2025
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
Decorative cornice at exposure, 1 in a state of disrepair. large section missing of cornice at lower section. top section has rotted out and can fall off on to fire escape and pedestrian walkway. this leaves the building open to the elements and can cause further damage to facade or interior apartments.
Oct 15, 2025
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
Aug 22, 2016
Dob violation - active - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Jun 29, 2016
Dob violation - dismissed - 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
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- Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2012 inspection report
May 15, 2014
Dob violation - active - 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
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
Aug 29, 1995
Dob violation - dismissed
ECB violations · 8
- Class - 2
During inspection of a sidewalk shed in place i observed that one of the parapet panel was dislodged and hanging over the vehicular and pedestrian way, creating a potential for struck by to person(s) and proper
Mar 10, 2026 · Penalty $2,400
Resolve - Class - 2
During inspection of a sidewalk shed in place i observed that there was no info panel affixed to the parapet with the address of the site location; which is required by code for clear identification of the site
Mar 10, 2026 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner. noted: at time of inspection - steel beam installed on sidewalk shed was observed obstructing passage off drop ladder of fire escape at exposure 1 of premi
Oct 29, 2025 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Class - 1
Decorative cornice at exposure, 1 in a state of disrepair. large section missing of cornice at lower section. top section has rotted out and can fall off on to fire escape and pedestrian walkway. this leaves th
Oct 15, 2025 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Class - 2
Unapproved/unsafe/unsuitable electrical equipment, apparatus, materialdevices appliances or wiring in use. outside the store front under theawning, 2 bulb indoor fixture installed on the outside to illuminate
Jan 11, 2017 · Penalty $830
Active - Class - 1
Work w/o a permit. observed. new electrical fixture on the ceilings onthe 3rd and 4th flr. new outlets recepticles, exposed electrical boxesand bx wiring/cable,throughout the 34d and 4th flr with open panel
Apr 4, 2016 · Penalty $1,600
Resolve - Class - 1
Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the c/o or dob records. dob records indicate premises to be a (store) & 6 dwellings. now at rear of store converted into 2 sros w/beds, tv, personal effects, toiletries,
Feb 1, 2010
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Plumbing work without a permit remedy: obtain a permit if feasigle or restore to prior legal use
Aug 24, 1994 · Penalty $350
Resolve
Complaints
- Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 20, 2026 · Apt 4B
Close - Plumbing
Radiator
Jan 20, 2026 · Apt 4B
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 2, 2026 · Apt 4R4B
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Dec 7, 2025 · Apt 4B
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Dec 7, 2025 · Apt 4B
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Dec 12, 2019 · Apt 2R
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 4, 2018 · Apt 2R
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Dec 16, 2016 · Apt 2R
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Dec 16, 2016 · Apt 2R
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Dec 16, 2016 · Apt 2R
Close
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- Door/window
Door frame
Dec 16, 2016 · Apt 2R
Close - Electric
Outlet/switch
Dec 16, 2016 · Apt 2R
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Dec 16, 2016 · Apt 2R
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Dec 16, 2016 · Apt 2R
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Nov 11, 2016 · Apt 2RB
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Nov 11, 2016 · Apt 2RB
Close - Electric
Outlet/switch
Nov 11, 2016 · Apt 2RB
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Nov 11, 2016 · Apt 2RB
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Nov 11, 2016 · Apt 2RB
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Oct 30, 2016 · Apt 2R2B
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Apr 14, 2016 · Apt 2R
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Apr 14, 2016 · Apt 2R
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Apr 14, 2016 · Apt 2R
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Mar 22, 2016 · Apt 2R
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Mar 22, 2016 · Apt 2R
Close - Water leak
Heavy flow
Mar 22, 2016 · Apt 2R
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Mar 18, 2016 · Apt 2F
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Mar 18, 2016 · Apt 2F
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Mar 18, 2016 · Apt 2F
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Mar 18, 2016 · Apt 2F
Close - General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
Mar 18, 2016 · Apt 2F
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Mar 16, 2016 · Apt 2F
Close - Water leak
Heavy flow
Mar 16, 2016 · Apt 2F
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Mar 16, 2016 · Apt 2F
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Mar 15, 2016 · Apt 2R
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Mar 6, 2016 · Apt 2F
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Mar 6, 2016 · Apt 2F
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Mar 6, 2016 · Apt 2F
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Mar 6, 2016 · Apt 2F
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Feb 27, 2016 · Apt 2F
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Feb 27, 2016 · Apt 2F
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Feb 8, 2016 · Apt 2F
Close - Plumbing
Steam pipe/riser
Feb 6, 2016 · Apt 2F
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Feb 1, 2016 · Apt 2R
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Feb 1, 2016 · Apt 2R
Close - Door/window
Door
Oct 31, 2015 · Apt FRONT
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Oct 31, 2015 · Apt 2F
Close - Water leak
Heavy flow
Aug 21, 2014 · Apt 4F
Close - Electric
No lighting
Apr 29, 2014 · Apt BLDG
Close - Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
Apr 29, 2014 · Apt BLDG
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Mixed residential and retail building (S5)
- Year built
- 1931
- Floors
- 4
- Residential units
- 6
- Building area
- 4,056 ft²
- Lot area
- 1,950 ft²
- Zoning
- R6A
- Community board
- 303
- Council district
- 36
- Block / lot
- 1806 / 39
- Assessed value
- $278,550
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #305263, last renewed Jul 20, 2026.
Questions about 256 Marcus Garvey Blvd
Who owns 256 Marcus Garvey Blvd?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 174 Street, LLC.
Does 256 Marcus Garvey Blvd have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 46 housing violations at this property.
Is 256 Marcus Garvey Blvd rent stabilized?
NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 6 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 100% of its 6 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.
When was 256 Marcus Garvey Blvd built?
City records list 1931 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 256 Marcus Garvey Blvd?
It has 6 residential units and 7 units in total.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.