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256 Lafayette Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11238BBL 3-01945-0026Map

Owner of record: Martes, Carlos F

256 Lafayette Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1867 in Brooklyn, 11238. It has 4 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is Martes, Carlos F. HPD has recorded 43 housing violations here, most recently on May 5, 2026. 31 of the 43 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
43
DOB violations
6
ECB violations
2
HPD complaints
0

What to know

Good
No open Class C

No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.

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 · 43

  • 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 20, 2025

    Open — Info 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.

    Jun 10, 2025

    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 10, 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 23, 2023

    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 14, 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.

    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.

    Apr 9, 2021

    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.

    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 18, 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.

    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 23, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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 required no lights

    Sep 4, 1998

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-12.01 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceilings all rooms throughout 3rd sty apt.

    Aug 28, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-12.01 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department, the surfaces at walls & ceiling in front east & west room 3 sty apt.

    Aug 28, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Section 65 m/d law provide under completed permit, a proper enclosure for the central heating plant, cellar center.

    Aug 28, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-12.01 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceilings 2 rooms at rear 3 sty apt.

    Aug 28, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Section 300 m/d law file plans and application and legalize the following alteration or restore to the legal condition existing prior to the making of said alteration drop ceiling 1 sty apt kitchen.

    Aug 28, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

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

    Aug 28, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of wood paneling at walls back of gas range 3 sty apt kitchen.

    Aug 28, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from window to fire escape or provide approved type gate 3 sty apt.

    Aug 28, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from window to fire escape or provide approved type gate 1 sty apt.

    Aug 28, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Section 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.

    Aug 28, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code properly secure the loose ceramic wall tile at bathroom basement apt.

    Aug 21, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in kitchen basement apt.

    Aug 21, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-16.01 adm code repair the leaky and/or defective faucets bathtub at bathroom 3rd story apt.

    Aug 21, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-12.01 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceiling private hall 3rd story apt.

    Aug 21, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color glass bottom sash rear east room 2nd story apt.

    Aug 21, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color wall of 1st story public hall.

    Aug 21, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-12.01 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceilings and walls throughout 2 sty apt.

    Aug 21, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code abate the nuisance consisting of excessive storage of carton boxes & household articles cellar thruout.

    Aug 21, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant ceiling cellar center.

    Aug 21, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-22.03 adm code post sign on wall of entrance story bearing name, address including apartment number if any, and telephone number of superintendent, janitor or housekeeper.

    Aug 21, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-41.15 adm code post a sign on wall of entrance story identifying owner and managing agent.

    Aug 21, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-21.03 adm code paint or post a sign indicating floors at all stys near stairs.

    Aug 21, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code replace with new the missing tile at bathroom wall 1 sty apt.

    Aug 21, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Section 53,187,231 m/d law & dept rules & reg. provide means of egress from yard to street by fireproof passageway for which application must be filed for approval,or by unlocked door or gate in fence to adjoining premises with consent of adjacent owner.

    Aug 21, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective plasterboard ceiling thru out cellar.

    Aug 21, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Refit door boiler room cellar.

    Aug 21, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the cellar thru out.

    Aug 21, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 6

  • Landmark none

    Landmk-landmark none

    Sep 12, 2012

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Landmark none

    Landmk-landmark none

    Sep 12, 2012

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Oct 8, 2008

    Vw*-violation - work w/o permit dismissed
  • Landmark none

    Landmrk-landmark none

    Nov 27, 1987

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Landmark none

    Landmk-landmark none

    Nov 27, 1987

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Landmark none

    Landmk-landmark none

    Aug 27, 1986

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 2

  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply with commissioner's order contained in summons#35555024l issued on 6/10/2021,and failure to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01(d)(2).an acceptable certifica

    May 15, 2024 · Penalty $6,250

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Sec. 28-116.4 failure to comply w/dob's requirement for permit sign off. noted: respondent obtained permit#320759719 which exp on 3/14/2015.permit has not been signed off within 1 year following its expiration

    Jun 10, 2021 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve

Complaints

No HPD complaints in our records

Complaint data is still being backfilled from NYC Open Data.

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
1867
Floors
3
Residential units
4
Building area
1,995 ft²
Lot area
974 ft²
Zoning
R6B
Community board
302
Council district
35
Block / lot
1945 / 26
Assessed value
$508,050
Landmark / historic district
Clinton Hill Historic District

HPD registration #351753, last renewed Sep 24, 2024.

Questions about 256 Lafayette Avenue

Who owns 256 Lafayette Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Martes, Carlos F.

Does 256 Lafayette Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 43 housing violations at this property.

Is 256 Lafayette 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 256 Lafayette Avenue built?

City records list 1867 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 256 Lafayette Avenue?

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.