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223 Hancock Street

Brooklyn, NY 11216BBL 3-01833-0051Map

Owner of record: Abalu, Pamela O

223 Hancock Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1885 in Brooklyn, 11216. It has 4 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is Abalu, Pamela O. HPD has recorded 119 housing violations here, most recently on May 4, 2026. 35 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
119
DOB violations
0
ECB violations
1
HPD complaints
81

What to know

Concern
12 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 · 119

  • 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

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at door leading to laundry room in the kitchen located at bsmt-apt 1, 1st bsmt-apt from north at east

    Nov 21, 2025 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the 1st entrance from east located at bsmt-apt 1, 1st bsmt-apt from north at east

    Nov 21, 2025 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations that is defective in the entire apartment located at bsmt-apt 1, 1st bsmt-apt from north at east

    Nov 21, 2025 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules that is defective in the entire apartment located at bsmt-apt 1, 1st bsmt-apt from north at east

    Nov 21, 2025 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at building entrance door

    Nov 21, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at vestibule door , 1st story

    Nov 21, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation at entrance door frame at north at laundry room

    Nov 21, 2025

    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.

    Jun 9, 2025

    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

    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.

    Nov 9, 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

    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.

    Oct 30, 2019

    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 24, 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
  • B

    Remove all obstructions and repair all defects in wasteline at sink in the kitchen located at apt 2, 2nd story

    Jul 3, 2008 · Apt 2

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

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

    Jul 3, 2008 · Apt 2

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

    Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story

    Jul 3, 2008 · Apt 2

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

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story

    Jul 3, 2008 · Apt 2

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

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jul 3, 2008 · Apt 2

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

    Properly repair the broken or defective mail box at west wall at vestibule for apt #1 , 1st story

    Dec 11, 2007

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story

    Jun 29, 2007 · Apt 2

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

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system boiler room door locked at cellar

    Apr 22, 2007

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

    Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story

    Apr 4, 2006 · Apt 1

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

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story

    Apr 4, 2006 · Apt 1

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

    Replace with new the missing ceramic tiles at walls in the bathroom located at apt 1, 1st story

    Apr 4, 2006 · Apt 1

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

    Properly repair the broken or defective counterbalance at window sashes in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story

    Apr 4, 2006 · Apt 1

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

    Properly repair the broken or defective mailbox at public hall, 1st story

    Apr 4, 2006

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story

    Apr 4, 2006 · Apt 1

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

    Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from at least 1 window or provide approved type gate .. in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story

    Apr 4, 2006 · Apt 1

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • 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, west wall in the 3rd room from north at east located at apt 4, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jul 18, 2005 · Apt 4

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • 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) ceiling, east wall in the 3rd room from north at west located at apt 4, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jul 18, 2005 · Apt 4

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • 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 2nd room from north at west located at apt 4, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jul 18, 2005 · Apt 4

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • 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) south wall, east wall in the 1st room from north at west located at apt 4, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jul 18, 2005 · Apt 4

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

    Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jul 18, 2005 · Apt 3

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

    Replace with new the missing baluster at public hall stairs, 3rd story

    Jul 18, 2005

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • 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 at public hall

    Sep 16, 2004

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

    Properly repair the broken or defective doorbells vestibule to 2nd sty apt 3

    Oct 8, 2003

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

    Properly repair the broken or defective doorbells vestibule to 3rd sty apt 4

    Oct 8, 2003

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

    Properly repair the broken or defective balances bottom sash in the kitchen located at apt 2, 1st story

    Oct 8, 2003 · Apt 2

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

    Properly repair the broken or defective doorbells vestibule to 1st sty apt 2

    Oct 8, 2003

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

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color walls and ceiling. in the bathroom located at apt 3, 2nd story, apartment at west

    Apr 29, 2003 · Apt 3

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

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing. in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 2nd story, apartment at west

    Apr 29, 2003 · Apt 3

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

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 1, 1st story

    Oct 22, 2002 · Apt 1

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

    Properly repair the broken or defective mailboxes at public hall, vestibule , 1st story

    Jun 18, 2002

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Fire egress defective. make stationary the iron ladder leading to scuttle opening in roof ... at public hall, 3rd story

    Dec 22, 2001

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

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective at basement apt washington linda

    Jul 20, 1999

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

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of exposed electrical wires ceiling east boiler room cellar

    Jul 20, 1999

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

    Replace with new the broken or defective crack upper sash glass in front room basement apt

    Jul 20, 1999

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation

DOB building violations · 0

No DOB violations on record

ECB violations · 1

  • Class - 2

    Work does not conform to approved construction document and/or amendments for alt2 job#320017174 of which permit expired 7/17/09 and applicant of record is requesting a letter of completion via pw7 dated 8/25/0

    Jan 6, 2010 · Penalty $250

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Nov 19, 2025 · Apt 1

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Nov 19, 2025 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Nov 19, 2025 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Nov 19, 2025 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Nov 19, 2025 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Nov 19, 2025 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Door/frame

    Nov 19, 2025 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Aug 7, 2025 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 8, 2025 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Aug 13, 2008 · Apt 2FL

    Close
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  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jul 18, 2008 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Jun 30, 2008 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Jun 30, 2008 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Jun 30, 2008 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jun 30, 2008 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Apr 22, 2008 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Mar 25, 2008 · Apt 2FL

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Mar 25, 2008 · Apt 2FL

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Feb 7, 2008 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 7, 2008 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Dec 5, 2007 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Dec 5, 2007 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Dec 5, 2007 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Dec 5, 2007 · Apt 1

    Close
  • General

    Mailbox

    Dec 5, 2007 · Apt 1

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Dec 5, 2007 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Dec 5, 2007 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Dec 5, 2007 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 5, 2007 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jun 28, 2007 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    May 10, 2007 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Apr 18, 2007 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 19, 2006 · Apt FIRST

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 29, 2006 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Sep 11, 2006 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Sep 11, 2006 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Jul 27, 2006 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jul 27, 2006 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Jul 27, 2006 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Smoke detector

    Mar 22, 2006 · Apt 1FLR

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Carbon monoxide

    Mar 22, 2006 · Apt 1FLR

    Close
  • General

    Ceramic-tile

    Mar 22, 2006 · Apt 1FLR

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Mar 22, 2006 · Apt 1FLR

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Mar 22, 2006 · Apt 1FLR

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Mar 22, 2006 · Apt 1FLR

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Mar 22, 2006 · Apt 1FLR

    Close
  • Electric

    Bell-buzzer/intercom

    Mar 22, 2006 · Apt 1FLR

    Close
  • General

    Mailbox

    Mar 22, 2006 · Apt 1FLR

    Close
  • General

    Locks

    Mar 22, 2006 · Apt 1FLR

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Mar 22, 2006 · Apt 1FLR

    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 (C3)
Year built
1885
Floors
3
Residential units
4
Building area
3,600 ft²
Lot area
2,000 ft²
Zoning
R6B
Community board
303
Council district
36
Block / lot
1833 / 51
Assessed value
$441,900
Landmark / historic district
Bedford Historic District

HPD registration #324853, last renewed Jul 30, 2026.

Questions about 223 Hancock Street

Who owns 223 Hancock Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Abalu, Pamela O.

Does 223 Hancock Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 119 housing violations at this property.

Is 223 Hancock Street 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 223 Hancock Street built?

City records list 1885 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 223 Hancock Street?

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.