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
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 · 119
- 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.
May 4, 2026
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
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 - CImmediately hazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at building entrance door
Nov 21, 2025
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
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 - ANon-hazardous
Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation at entrance door frame at north at laundry room
Nov 21, 2025
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.
Jun 9, 2025
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
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- 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 9, 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 - 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 - 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 30, 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 24, 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 9, 2016
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
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 - CImmediately hazardous
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 - 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 2, 2nd story
Jul 3, 2008 · Apt 2
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective mail box at west wall at vestibule for apt #1 , 1st story
Dec 11, 2007
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
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 - CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system boiler room door locked at cellar
Apr 22, 2007
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - 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 1, 1st story
Apr 4, 2006 · Apt 1
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective mailbox at public hall, 1st story
Apr 4, 2006
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - CImmediately hazardous
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 - CImmediately hazardous
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 - CImmediately hazardous
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 - CImmediately hazardous
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 - 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 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jul 18, 2005 · Apt 3
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
Replace with new the missing baluster at public hall stairs, 3rd story
Jul 18, 2005
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - 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 at public hall
Sep 16, 2004
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective doorbells vestibule to 2nd sty apt 3
Oct 8, 2003
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective doorbells vestibule to 3rd sty apt 4
Oct 8, 2003
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
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 - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective doorbells vestibule to 1st sty apt 2
Oct 8, 2003
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective mailboxes at public hall, vestibule , 1st story
Jun 18, 2002
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector defective at basement apt washington linda
Jul 20, 1999
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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
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.