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48 New York Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11216BBL 3-01867-0060Map

Owner of record: Clinton Spicer

48 New York Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1901 in Brooklyn, 11216. It has 3 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is Clinton Spicer. HPD has recorded 191 housing violations here, most recently on May 5, 2026. 38 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
191
DOB violations
0
ECB violations
14
HPD complaints
234

What to know

Concern
12 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation May 5, 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 · 191

  • 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 5, 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

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at vestibule

    Jan 10, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Cleanse to the satisfaction of this department the public hall stairs at all sty

    Aug 21, 2024

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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

    Aug 21, 2024

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Refit refit at vestibule door at public hall, 1st story

    Aug 21, 2024

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Post sign on wall of entrance story bearing name, address including apartment number if any, and telephone number of superintendent, janitor or housekeeper. at public hall, 1st story

    Aug 21, 2024

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective bell buzzer intercom system at south wall in the entire apartment located at apt 3fl, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Aug 21, 2024 · Apt 3FL

    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 11, 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.

    Mar 24, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) north wall in the bathroom located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jul 1, 2022 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) north wall, south wall, east wall, 1st window frame from south at west wall in the 3rd room from east at south located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jul 1, 2022 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) south wall in the kitchen located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jul 1, 2022 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

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

    Jul 1, 2022 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jul 1, 2022 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of hot water exceeds the maximum allowable operating temperature of 130f. in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jul 1, 2022 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jul 1, 2022 · Apt 2

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jul 1, 2022 · Apt 2

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jul 1, 2022 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jul 1, 2022 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

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

    Jul 1, 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.

    Mar 1, 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.

    Mar 1, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the stairs at building front areaway

    Nov 12, 2021 · Apt BLDG

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of rodents rats at building front yard

    Nov 12, 2021 · Apt BLDG

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the bathroom located at apt 2ndflo, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Nov 9, 2021 · Apt 2NDFLO

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

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

    Nov 9, 2021 · Apt 2NDFLO

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the kitchen located at apt 2ndflo, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Nov 9, 2021 · Apt 2NDFLO

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at tub in the bathroom located at apt 2ndflo, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Nov 9, 2021 · Apt 2NDFLO

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Repair the roof so that it will not leak at ceiling at public hall, 3rd story

    Oct 30, 2021

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation the ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Oct 30, 2021 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the 1st room from east at north located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Oct 30, 2021 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Abate the infestation consisting of vermin flies in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Oct 30, 2021 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Oct 30, 2021 · Apt 3

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective connection at waste pipe at sink in the kitchen located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Oct 30, 2021 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective light fixture at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Oct 30, 2021 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Oct 30, 2021 · Apt 3

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the 1st door frame from west at north wall in the 4th room from east at south located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Oct 30, 2021 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective at ceiling at public hall, 3rd story

    Oct 30, 2021

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) 1st window frame from south at west wall, 2nd window frame from south at west wall in the kitchen located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Oct 30, 2021 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) 1st closet from west at north wall door, 1st closet from west at north wall door frame in the foyer located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Oct 30, 2021 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) 1st window frame from south at west wall in the 4th room from east at south located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Oct 30, 2021 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) 1st closet from north at east wall door frame, 1st door frame from east at south wall in the 2nd room from east located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Oct 30, 2021 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) 1st window frame from north at east wall, 2nd window frame from north at east wall in the 1st room from east at north located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Oct 30, 2021 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) 1st door frame from west at north wall, 1st window frame from north at east wall in the 1st room from east at south located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Oct 30, 2021 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Certify compliance with lead-based paint hazard control requirements during period of unit vacancy by performing activities necessary to abate tested lead-based paint from required window and/or door friction surfaces for apartment and make floors smooth and cleanable, positive lead-based paint in an apartment with a child under six located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Oct 30, 2021 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the north wall in the 4th room from east at south located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Oct 30, 2021 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color thr ceiling in the 2nd room from east located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Oct 30, 2021 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the kitchen located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Oct 7, 2021 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Oct 7, 2021 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 0

No DOB violations on record

ECB violations · 14

  • Class - 1

    Unlawful acts. failure to comply with commissioner's order to obtain permits for summons # 39150357j., comply with commissioner's order

    Mar 26, 2026 · Penalty $12,500

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Unlawful acts. failure to comply with commissioner's order to obtain permits for summons # 39150356h., comply with commissioner's order

    Mar 26, 2026 · Penalty $12,500

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply with the commissioner's order to file a certificate of correction with the department of buildings for summons # 39150359n., file a certificate of correction

    Mar 26, 2026 · Penalty $6,250

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply with the commissioner's order to file a certificate of correction with the department of buildings for summons # 39150358l., file a certificate of correction

    Mar 26, 2026 · Penalty $6,250

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Work without a permit. construction work noted. at the time of inspection, at the cellar level i observed new partitions to create 3 bedrooms. work is completed 100 %. no filings in dob records for the work des

    Jun 7, 2025 · Penalty $6,250

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Work without a permit. work noted. at the time of inspection, i observed a partition to subdivide the rooms and penetrated the hallway wall to install a window ac in the hallway. work is completed100% no filing

    Jun 7, 2025 · Penalty $6,250

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Work without a permit. plumbing work noted. at the time of inspection, at the cellar level i observed water lines for a residential sink 3 pcs bathroom and gas line for a stove. work is completed 100% no filing

    Jun 7, 2025 · Penalty $12,500

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Work without a permit. electrical work noted. at the time of inspection, at the cellar level i observed exposed electrical wiring. new lines for receptacle lights, switches, and celling fixtures. work is comple

    Jun 7, 2025 · Penalty $12,500

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the certificate of occupancy or department building records. at the time of inspection, i observed a class a apartment at the cellar level with 3 bathrooms arranged as slee

    Jun 7, 2025 · Penalty $12,500

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain building in a code-compliant manner no fire stopping per bc 712.3 (2014 code; 27-345; bc 711.2.4 (2022 code). at the time of inspection, at the cellar level i observed the boiler room ceilin

    Jun 7, 2025 · Penalty $12,500

    Active
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  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain building in a code-compliant manner. at the time of inspection, at the cellar level i observed damaged walls that have partially collapsed in the bathroom wall, hallway ceiling, debris outsi

    Jun 7, 2025 · Penalty $6,250

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Ftm at the time of inspection, at the 3rd floor level i observed the 3rd floor level bathroom cracks around the ceiling skylight. the condition poses a struck by hazard to occupants., repair and/or replace

    Jun 7, 2025 · Penalty $6,250

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner. noted: at the time of inspection observed at exposure# 1 3rd floor level under the cornice a section of wood has deteriorated causing a small opening under

    Apr 28, 2025 · Penalty $6,250

    Active
  • Class - 2

    At time of inspection observed wooden cornice at exp#1 fascia displaced at right corner and exposed hole., maintain exterior building wall

    Aug 21, 2024 · Penalty $6,250

    Active

Complaints

  • Safety

    Carbon monoxide detector

    Aug 5, 2025 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Safety

    Window guard broken/missing

    Aug 5, 2025 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Safety

    Smoke detector

    Aug 5, 2025 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Apr 28, 2025 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Apr 28, 2025 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Apr 28, 2025 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Safety

    Carbon monoxide detector

    Apr 28, 2025 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Safety

    Smoke detector

    Apr 28, 2025 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Apr 28, 2025 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Apr 28, 2025 · Apt 3

    Close
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  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Apr 28, 2025 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Apr 28, 2025 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Apr 28, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Apr 28, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Apr 28, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window pane

    Apr 28, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Outside building

    Roof door/hatch

    Apr 28, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 7, 2025 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Jan 7, 2025 · Apt 13

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Jan 7, 2025 · Apt 13

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Jan 7, 2025 · Apt 13

    Close
  • Safety

    Carbon monoxide detector

    Jan 7, 2025 · Apt 13

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Aug 20, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • General

    Signage missing

    Aug 20, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Aug 20, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • General

    Mailbox

    Aug 20, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Aug 20, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Aug 20, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Aug 20, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Aug 20, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Outside building

    Roof door/hatch

    Aug 20, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Stairs

    Aug 20, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Aug 20, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Aug 20, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Aug 20, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Aug 20, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Aug 20, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Aug 20, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Aug 20, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Aug 20, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Aug 20, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Outside building

    Gutter/leader

    Aug 20, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Aug 20, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Aug 20, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Aug 20, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Sewer

    Aug 20, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Safety

    Fire escape

    Aug 20, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Aug 19, 2024 · Apt 3FL

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Aug 19, 2024 · Apt 3FL

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Aug 19, 2024 · Apt 3FL

    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
1901
Floors
3
Residential units
3
Building area
3,225 ft²
Lot area
2,150 ft²
Zoning
R6B
Community board
303
Council district
36
Block / lot
1867 / 60
Assessed value
$115,800
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #319414, last renewed Sep 12, 2024.

Questions about 48 New York Avenue

Who owns 48 New York Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Clinton Spicer.

Does 48 New York Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 191 housing violations at this property.

Is 48 New York 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 48 New York Avenue built?

City records list 1901 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 48 New York 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.