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138 Hancock Street

Brooklyn, NY 11216BBL 3-01837-0052Map

Owner of record: First Langston Development Corp

138 Hancock Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1885 in Brooklyn, 11216. It has 8 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is First Langston Development Corp. HPD has recorded 69 housing violations here, most recently on May 4, 2026. 7 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
69
DOB violations
7
ECB violations
1
HPD complaints
32

What to know

Concern
1 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 · 69

  • 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
  • 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 19, 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

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    § 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 at public hall, 1st story

    Aug 2, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box ... notice missing at public hall, 1st story

    Aug 2, 2024

    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 10, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective building entrance door at public hall, 1st story

    Dec 17, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Remove device preventing door from being self-closing permanent stopper (kickstand) installed at vestibule door at public hall, 1st story

    Nov 20, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

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

    Nov 1, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of household items at public hall, 1st story

    Nov 1, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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  • A

    Post, in a form approved by the commissioner, and maintain a notice in a common area of the building regarding the procedures that should be followed when a gas leak is suspected at public hall, 1st story

    Nov 1, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Post a proper notice of carbon monoxide detecting device requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, in a common area of a class a multiple dwelling near inspection certificate or provide notice to tenants in a private dwelling.

    Nov 1, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box missing at public hall, 1st story

    Nov 1, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Post and maintain a proper notice on wall of the entrance story in english and spanish on the availability of the agencys housing information guide. a sample notice can be found at www.nyc.gov/hpd. at public hall, 1st story

    Nov 1, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Post and maintain a proper sign on wall of entrance story showing the registration number assigned by the department and the address of the building. at public hall, 1st story

    Nov 1, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    § 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 messing at public hall, 1st story

    Nov 1, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair and abate unsafe electric wiring condition consisting of exposed electrical wiring at south wall at public hall, 2nd story

    Nov 1, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling at public hall, 2nd story

    Nov 1, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fir retardant material at ceiling at public hall, 2nd story

    Nov 1, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling at public hall, 4th story

    Nov 1, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at ceiling at public hall, 4th story

    Nov 1, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective ... in the entrance located at apt 3f, 4th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Nov 1, 2023 · Apt 3F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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
  • 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.

    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.

    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 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
  • 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
  • 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.

    Feb 20, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the nuisance consisting of mold ... under bottom cabinet(4 sq. ft.) in the kitchen located at apt 2a, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Apr 5, 2013 · Apt 2A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective window counter balance in the bathroom located at apt 2a, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Apr 5, 2013 · Apt 2A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 2a, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Apr 5, 2013 · Apt 2A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceilings and walls in the entire apartment located at apt 2a, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Apr 5, 2013 · Apt 2A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

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

    Apr 5, 2013 · Apt 2A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

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

    Apr 5, 2013 · Apt 2A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector ,(missing), located at apt 2a, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Apr 5, 2013 · Apt 2A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 2a, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Apr 5, 2013 · Apt 2A

    Open — Not complied with
  • C

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the 1st room from north located at apt 2a, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Apr 5, 2013 · Apt 2A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint or post a sign indicating floors at all stories at public hall

    Jul 3, 2002

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retarded material walls at all stories at public hall

    Jul 3, 2002

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retarded material walls at scuttle opening, roof

    Jul 3, 2002

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Provide adequate light of not less than 60 watts incandescent or equivalent illumination at north end at public hall, 1st story

    Jul 3, 2002

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Provide a piece of garden hose 10 feet in length with female coupling and a 10 quart pail on premises to test sprinkler system.

    Jul 3, 2002

    Open — Not complied with
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood door frame at vestibule to building entrance door at public hall, 1st story

    Jul 3, 2002

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Properly secure the loose wire molding at switchbox, west wall at public hall, 1st story

    Jul 3, 2002

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Post notice, in form approved by the department, stating the name and location of the person designated by the owner to have key to buildings heating system at or near mailboxes at public hall, 1st story

    Jul 3, 2002

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box , at public hall, 1st story

    Jul 3, 2002

    Open — Not complied with

DOB building violations · 7

  • 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

    May 4, 1998

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Aug 29, 1995

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jun 1, 1994

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Aug 16, 1993

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jun 1, 1993

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 1

  • Class - 2

    Exit door not self closing.defective exit doors @ first fl & second fl.all doors racked when open & does not self closing.rem:repair/replacedoor.maintain fireproof door self closing.

    Feb 24, 2015 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 15, 2026 · Apt 3S

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 2, 2023 · Apt 3F

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Oct 31, 2023 · Apt 3F

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 26, 2016 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Mar 27, 2013 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Mar 27, 2013 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Mar 27, 2013 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Mar 27, 2013 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Mar 27, 2013 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Mar 27, 2013 · Apt 2A

    Close
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  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Mar 27, 2013 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 3, 2013 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Aug 11, 2009 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • General

    Ceramic-tile

    Aug 11, 2009 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Aug 11, 2009 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • General

    Doors

    Aug 11, 2009 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Aug 11, 2009 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Aug 11, 2009 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Electric

    Bell-buzzer/intercom

    Aug 11, 2009 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Aug 11, 2009 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Aug 11, 2009 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • General

    Ceramic-tile

    Aug 11, 2009 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Electric

    Bell-buzzer/intercom

    Aug 10, 2009 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Aug 10, 2009 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • General

    Ventilation system

    Aug 10, 2009 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Aug 10, 2009 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Aug 3, 2009 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Aug 3, 2009 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Aug 3, 2009 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • General

    Doors

    Aug 3, 2009 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 21, 2004 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 18, 2004 · Apt 2A

    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 (C1)
Year built
1885
Floors
3
Residential units
8
Building area
3,600 ft²
Lot area
2,000 ft²
Zoning
R6A
Community board
303
Council district
36
Block / lot
1837 / 52
Assessed value
$441,900
Landmark / historic district
Bedford Historic District

HPD registration #324642, last renewed Sep 26, 2024.

Questions about 138 Hancock Street

Who owns 138 Hancock Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is First Langston Development Corp.

Does 138 Hancock Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 69 housing violations at this property.

Is 138 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 138 Hancock Street built?

City records list 1885 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 138 Hancock Street?

It has 8 residential units.

Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.