444 Lafayette Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11238BBL 3-01949-0037Map
Owner of record: Strulovitch, Norman
444 Lafayette Avenue is a two-family home built in 1899 in Brooklyn, 11238. It has 2 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is Strulovitch, Norman. HPD has recorded 26 housing violations here, most recently on September 1, 2024. 3 of the 26 most recent violations are still open.
- HPD violations
- 26
- DOB violations
- 2
- ECB violations
- 6
- HPD complaints
- 34
What to know
No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.
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 · 26
- BHazardous
Remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the building front yard
Sep 1, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace with new the missing two wood balusters at public hall stairs, 2nd story
May 30, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Replace with new the missing wood baluster at public hall stairs, 1st story
May 30, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood tread 2nd up from bottom at public hall stairs from basement level lobby to 1st story
May 30, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace with new the missing two wood balusters at public hall stairs, 2nd story
May 30, 2024
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood tread 2nd up from bottom at stairs from basement level lobby to 1st story public hall
May 30, 2024
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Replace with new the missing wood baluster at public hall stairs, 1st story
May 30, 2024
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Replace with new the missing wood baluster at public hall, 2nd story
May 30, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramiuc floor tiles (approx. 6 sq ft) at basement level lobby
May 30, 2024
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tiles (approx 6 sq ft) at basement level lobby
May 30, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed
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- CImmediately hazardous
§ 27-2028, 2032 admin.code: provide an adequate supply of heat from an approved central heating system or an approved system of gas or electrical heating in good operating condition for the dwelling unit in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south
Mar 10, 2024 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of rodents rats located at front yard
Dec 26, 2019
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of heat for the apartment in the entire apartment located at apt 4, 4th story
Dec 12, 2019 · Apt 4
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system basement door close and lock at time of inspection
Dec 12, 2019
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin fleas, in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 1st story, apartment at east
Aug 2, 2017 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 1st story, apartment at east
Aug 2, 2017 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Cleanse and disinfect to the satisfaction of this department after removing the stagnet water cellar throughout.
Oct 18, 2004
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in uniform color the - ceiling, basement apt, front room.
Oct 18, 2004
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective tread out of stringer 10 tread up from 2nd story public hall
Oct 18, 2004
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of uncapped gas line east wall front basement public hall.
Oct 18, 2004
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective plaster board ceiling cellar throughout.
Oct 18, 2004
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the cellar throughout.
Oct 18, 2004
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Provide adequate lighting for all stories public hall.
Oct 18, 2004
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Refit scuttle closet door 3rd story public hall.
Oct 18, 2004
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Discontinue use of rooms for living, disconnect plumbing fixtures where illegal and properly seal pipe connections basement apartment
Oct 18, 2004
Open — Not complied with - BHazardous
§ 9, 56, 193, 300, 302 m.d. law- above frame building has been converted from a private dwelling to a multiple dwelling and is now occupied and maintained as such contrary to law.restore premises to lawful occupancy
Oct 18, 2004
Open — Not complied with
DOB building violations · 2
- Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
May 30, 2012
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
May 30, 2012
Dob violation - dismissed
ECB violations · 6
- Class - 2
Failure to comply w/the commissioner's order to file a c/c w/the dob for nov #34942784h issued on 2.28.12 pursuant to 28-204.4 & 1rcny 102-01 for failure to provide unobstructed exit passageway. remedy: file a
Jun 28, 2012
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to comply with the commissioner's order contained in notice ofviolation #34942783x issued on 2/28/12 for work without a permit. rem:comply with the commissioner's order.
Jun 28, 2012
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to comply with the commissioner's order to correct conditions contained in notice of violation #34942783x issed 2/28/12 for work without a permit:converting a 2 family into 4 family installation of plum
Apr 25, 2012
Resolve - Class - 2
Residence altered for occupancy as a dwelling for more than the legally approved number of families. note:hpd records #322180 indicates premises a 3 stry 2 family newly renovated as a 4 family one family at eac
Feb 28, 2012
Resolve - Class - 1
Note 2family dwelling has been converted to 4family water & waste lnes for 3pc btrm & ktcn sink gas lines for stoves new electric work entrance door at top of stoop removed replaced w/ a window & ac sleeve acce
Feb 28, 2012
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to provide unobstructed exit passageway note front door has been removed w/ all egress through bsmt door being obstructed w/ black garbage bags stairs from upper floors to bsmt has no handrails and is <
Feb 28, 2012
Resolve
Complaints
- Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Sep 22, 2026 · Apt 1
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Sep 19, 2026 · Apt 1
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Sep 18, 2026 · Apt 1
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Sep 13, 2026 · Apt 1
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Sep 12, 2026 · Apt 1
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jan 14, 2025 · Apt 4
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Aug 24, 2024 · Apt 2
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Aug 22, 2024 · Apt 2
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Jul 3, 2024 · Apt 2
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Jun 18, 2024 · Apt 2
Close
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- Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
Jun 6, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Jun 6, 2024 · Apt 2
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jun 6, 2024 · Apt 2
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jun 6, 2024 · Apt 2
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
May 22, 2024 · Apt 4
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Mar 9, 2024 · Apt 1
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Feb 20, 2024 · Apt 2
Close - Door/window
Door
Oct 27, 2023 · Apt 4
Close - Door/window
Door
Oct 26, 2023 · Apt 4
Close - Door/window
Door
Oct 6, 2023 · Apt 4
Close - Flooring/stairs
Stairs
Oct 6, 2023 · Apt 4
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Dec 11, 2019 · Apt 4
Close - Electric
Outlet/switch
Dec 11, 2019 · Apt 4
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jul 19, 2017 · Apt 2
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jul 19, 2017 · Apt 2
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jul 19, 2017 · Apt 2
Close - Heating
Heat related
May 31, 2010 · Apt 3
Close - General
Cooking gas
May 31, 2010 · Apt 3
Close - Heating
Heat related
May 29, 2010 · Apt 3
Close - General
Cooking gas
May 29, 2010 · Apt 3
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 24, 2007 · Apt 2
Close - General
Cooking gas
Dec 24, 2007 · Apt 2
Close - Electric
Wiring
Dec 24, 2007 · Apt 2
Close - Heating
Heat related
May 26, 2004 · Apt BLDG
Close
Sales history
| Date | Price | Type | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 10, 2026 | $363,526 | Two family dwellings | 2 |
Building details
- Building type
- Two-family home (B3)
- Year built
- 1899
- Floors
- 3
- Residential units
- 2
- Building area
- 2,880 ft²
- Lot area
- 1,480 ft²
- Zoning
- R6A
- Community board
- 303
- Council district
- 36
- Block / lot
- 1949 / 37
- Assessed value
- $147,300
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #815026, last renewed Sep 11, 2025.
Questions about 444 Lafayette Avenue
Who owns 444 Lafayette Avenue?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Strulovitch, Norman.
Does 444 Lafayette Avenue have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 26 housing violations at this property.
Is 444 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 444 Lafayette Avenue built?
City records list 1899 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 444 Lafayette Avenue?
It has 2 residential units.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.