344 Franklin Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11238BBL 3-01967-0044Map
Owner of record: 441 18th St LLC
344 Franklin Avenue is a mixed residential and retail building built in 1930 in Brooklyn, 11238. It has 2 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is 441 18th St LLC. HPD has recorded 108 housing violations here, most recently on May 6, 2025. 18 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.
- HPD violations
- 108
- DOB violations
- 5
- ECB violations
- 27
- HPD complaints
- 120
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 · 108
- BHazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
May 6, 2025 · Apt 1
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the kitchen located at apt 1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
May 6, 2025 · Apt 1
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Remove all encumbrances consisting of household items at public hall, 3rd story
May 6, 2025
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Refit building entrance door
May 6, 2025
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant plaster at ceiling and west wall at public hall, 1st story
May 6, 2025
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling and west wall at public hall, 1st story
May 6, 2025
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all walls and ceiling in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jan 6, 2025 · Apt 1
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - ANon-hazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 sq ft at base cabinet of sink in the kitchen located at apt 1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jan 6, 2025 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jan 6, 2025 · Apt 1
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 sq ft at base cabinet of sink in the kitchen located at apt 1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south original violation 17601278 issued 06-jan-25 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code §27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).
Jan 6, 2025 · Apt 1
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
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- BHazardous
Provide adequate lighting for all stories, public halls 60 watts at public hall
Jun 25, 2024
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Repair the roof so that it will not leak above the ceiling at public hall, 3rd story
Jun 25, 2024
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 30 square feet on the ceiling at public hall, 3rd story
Jun 25, 2024
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approximately 36 square feet, on the north wall at public hall, 3rd story
Jun 25, 2024
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the north wall at public hall, 3rd story
Jun 25, 2024
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 30 square feet on the ceiling and north wall at public hall, 1st story
Jun 25, 2024
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling and north wall at public hall, 1st story
Jun 25, 2024
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 30 square feet on the ceiling at public hall, 3rd story original violation 17069642 issued 25-jun-24 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code §27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).
Jun 25, 2024
Open — Defect letter issued - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approximately 36 square feet, on the north wall at public hall, 3rd story original violation 17069644 issued 25-jun-24 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code §27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).
Jun 25, 2024
Open — Defect letter issued - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 30 square feet on the ceiling and north wall at public hall, 1st story original violation 17069651 issued 25-jun-24 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code §27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).
Jun 25, 2024
Open — Defect letter issued - CImmediately hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in uniform color at the ceiling at public hall, 3rd story
Jun 25, 2024
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective (inoperative) electrical light fixture at the ceiling at public hall, 1st story
Jun 25, 2024
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective the electrical light fixture at the ceiling , 2nd story
Jun 25, 2024
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at the ceiling , 2nd story
Jun 25, 2024
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of the scuttle ladder not stationsry at public hall, 3rd story
Jun 25, 2024
Open — Not complied with - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective (inoperative) electrical light fixture at the ceiling at public hall, 3rd story
Jun 25, 2024
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the roof so that it will not leak over ceiling at public hall, 3rd story
Jun 23, 2024
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 30 sq. ft. at north wall and ceiling at public hall, 3rd story
Jun 23, 2024
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 30 sq. ft. at north wall and ceiling at public hall, 3rd story original violation 17066831 issued 23-jun-24 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code §27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).
Jun 23, 2024
Open — Defect letter issued - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective light fixture at ceiling at public hall, 1st story
Jun 23, 2024
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective light fixture at ceiling at public hall, 2nd story
Jun 23, 2024
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective light fixture at ceiling at public hall, 3rd story
Jun 23, 2024
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in uniform color at ceiling at public hall, 3rd story
Jun 23, 2024
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Provide adequate lighting for public hall and stairs
Jun 17, 2024
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective key operated lock at building entrance door
Feb 23, 2024
Closed — Violation closed - 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 28, 2023
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Oct 12, 2022 · Apt 1
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of extremely hot water exceeding the allowable temperature opf 130 defgrees fahrenheit and found to be 151 degrees at all fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Oct 12, 2022 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective counter balance at, lower sash window, 1st fropm south at west wall, in the 3rd room from east at south located at apt 1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Oct 12, 2022 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair and abate unsafe electric wiring condition consisting of exposed electrical wires at, finn radiator, east wall, in the 1st room from east located at apt 1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Oct 12, 2022 · Apt 1
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... at north wall in the kitchenette located at apt 1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south original violation 15427515 issued 12-oct-22 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code §27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).
Oct 12, 2022 · Apt 1
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - ANon-hazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... at ( approximately 6 sqft) north wall at public hall, 2nd story
Oct 12, 2022
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... at ( approximately 15 sqft) at north wall at public hall, 1st story
Oct 12, 2022
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Oct 12, 2022 · Apt 1
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Properly secure the loose saddle at south in the kitchenette located at apt 1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Oct 12, 2022 · Apt 1
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - ANon-hazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... at north wall in the kitchenette located at apt 1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Oct 12, 2022 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly secure the loose suspended ceiling tiles , at public hall, 1st story
Oct 12, 2022
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair and abate unsafe electric wiring condition consisting of exposed electrical wires at, finn radiator, east wall, in the 1st room from east located at apt 1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Oct 12, 2022 · Apt 1
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... at ( approximately 15 sqft) at north wall at public hall, 1st story original violation 15427502 issued 12-oct-22 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code §27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).
Oct 12, 2022
Open — Defect letter issued - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... at ( approximately 6 sqft) north wall at public hall, 2nd story original violation 15427499 issued 12-oct-22 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code §27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).
Oct 12, 2022
Open — Defect letter issued
DOB building violations · 5
- Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Oct 4, 2023
Dob violation - active - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Oct 4, 2023
Dob violation - active - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Sep 19, 2018
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Jan 24, 2018
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Jan 24, 2018
Dob violation - dismissed
ECB violations · 27
- Class - 2
In the living room apartment #1 exposed wires uncovered and unsecured in the basement exposed wires and open boxes throughout, comply with ec
Nov 12, 2022 · Penalty $4,000
Active - Class - 1
At time of inspection, observed a mix used building with walk-up apartments exhaust system installed on extension roof level exposure #3 approx. 2 ft from adjacent 2nd floor apartment window, exhaust outlets sh
Nov 1, 2022 · Penalty $12,500
Active - Class - 1
Work w.o permit. a.t.o.i. observed fully enclosed block extension approx. 25ft w x 30ft d x 15ft h erected at exposure #3 rear of the property, also created door opening with door approx. 80' x 30' exposure # 3
Nov 1, 2022 · Penalty $12,500
Active - Class - 2
Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#35336415z issued on 06/07/18 & to file a cert of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. for obstructing the exit passageway at 1st & 2nd fl
Mar 30, 2021
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#35336415z issued on 06-07-18 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. b127 failure to provide unobstructed exit passageway-at ground
Dec 9, 2019
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply with the commissioner's order contained in summons/violation#35336415z issued on 6/7/18 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01.remedy:comply with commiss
Oct 24, 2019
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#35336415z issued on 06-07-18 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. remedy: comply w/comm's order &/or file a c of c.
Aug 13, 2019
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply with the commissioner's order contained in summons/violation#35336415z issued on 6/7/18 and to file a certificate of cor rection pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01.rem:comply with commissi
May 28, 2019 · Penalty $1,280
Active - Class - 2
Failure to comply w/ the commissioner's order contained in summons/violation#35336415z issued on 6/7/18 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01. for:failure to provide unob
Mar 22, 2019
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply w/ the commissioner's order contained in summons/violation#35336415z issued on 6/7/18 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01. failure to provide unobstru
Jan 23, 2019
Resolve
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- Class - 2
Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#35336415z issued on 06-07-18 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. for: failure to provide unobstructed exit passageway.
Dec 5, 2018
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#35336415z issued on 06-07-18 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. for obstructing the exit passageway w/bicycle & construction ma
Oct 13, 2018
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#35336415z issued on 06-07-18 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. failure to provide unobstructed exit passageway. note: at groun
Jul 27, 2018
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to provide unobstructed exit passageway. note: at ground levelobstructed w/a bicycle & construction material at 2nd fl obstructed w/a bicycle chained to handrail & a ladder obstructing the roof ladder
Jun 7, 2018
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply with the commissioners order contained in summons/violation #35294437r issued on 10/26/17 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01.for obstructing the exit
Apr 30, 2018
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply with the commissioners order contained in summons/violation #35294436p issued on 10/26/17 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01.for not having a second
Apr 30, 2018
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#35294436p issued on 10-26-17 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 201-01. note: no document file for failure to maintain bldg in code com
Mar 11, 2018
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#35294437r issued on 10/26/17 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. note: no document file for obstruction of egress passageway.
Mar 11, 2018
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#35294437r issued on 10/26/17 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. failure to provide unobstructed exit passage noted ground level
Jan 22, 2018
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#35294436p issued on 10/26/17 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. failure to maintain bldg in a code compliant manner. failure to
Jan 22, 2018
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply with commissioner's order contained in summons/violation #35294436d issued on 10/26/17 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 29-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01 for failure to maintain or
Dec 12, 2017
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply with commissioner's order contained in summons/violation #35294437r issued on 10/26/17 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 29-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01 for failure to provide unob
Dec 12, 2017
Resolve - Class - 2
Work without a permit: noted: at ground level hallway erected full height partition., installed door with lock device blocking access to rear yard. rem: obtain all required permit.
Oct 26, 2017 · Penalty $4,000
Active - Class - 1
Failure to provide unobstructed exit passageway: noted: ground level obstructed with a bicycle (passageway) also, at 2nd floor bicycle; construction materials, and ladder. rem: remove obstruction.
Oct 26, 2017
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain building in a code-compliant manner, failure to provide number of required means of egress for every floor per bc 1018.1(2008 code), 27-366: bc1021.1 (2014 code). noted: no 2nd means of egre
Oct 26, 2017
Resolve - Class - 1
Provision of law 28-201.1 failure to comply with commissioner's order to correct ecb 34767784m for illegal work extension at 1st floor rear no record of correction with d.o.b. rem: comply with order!
Aug 4, 2009
Resolve - Class - 1
Work w.o permit. at 1st fl constructed story block extension at 1st flrear approx 25w x 50d x 15h with roof & interior completely finished w/sheetrock,ceiling,electrical,paint,tile,etc. remedy: obtain permit o
Feb 27, 2009
Resolve
Complaints
- Plumbing
Basin/sink
Aug 7, 2026 · Apt APT1
Close - Unsanitary condition
Sewage
Aug 7, 2026 · Apt APT1
Close - Unsanitary condition
Sewage
Aug 7, 2026 · Apt APT1
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Aug 7, 2026 · Apt 1
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Aug 7, 2026 · Apt 1
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Aug 7, 2026 · Apt 1
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Aug 6, 2026 · Apt 1
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Aug 6, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Aug 5, 2026 · Apt 1
Close - Unsanitary condition
Sewage
Aug 5, 2026 · Apt 1
Close
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- Unsanitary condition
Sewage
Aug 5, 2026 · Apt 1
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Feb 9, 2026 · Apt 1
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Feb 8, 2026 · Apt 3
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 27, 2026 · Apt 2
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Jan 27, 2026 · Apt 2
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Jan 27, 2026 · Apt 2
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Jan 27, 2026 · Apt 2
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Dec 24, 2025 · Apt 1
Close - Electric
No lighting
Dec 19, 2025 · Apt 1
Close - Electric
Wiring
Dec 19, 2025 · Apt 1
Close - Door/window
Door
Oct 7, 2025 · Apt BUILDI
Close - Safety
Sprinkler
Oct 7, 2025 · Apt BUILDI
Close - Door/window
Door
Oct 7, 2025 · Apt BUILDI
Close - Safety
Sprinkler
Oct 6, 2025 · Apt BUILDI
Close - Door/window
Door
Oct 6, 2025 · Apt BUILDI
Close - Door/window
Door
Oct 6, 2025 · Apt BUILDI
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
May 6, 2025 · Apt 12
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
May 6, 2025 · Apt BLDGWI
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
May 6, 2025 · Apt BLDGWI
Close - Door/window
Door frame
May 6, 2025 · Apt BUILDI
Close - Door/window
Door
May 6, 2025 · Apt BUILDI
Close - Paint/plaster
Door/frame
May 6, 2025 · Apt BUILDI
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
May 6, 2025 · Apt 12
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
May 3, 2025 · Apt 2
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
May 1, 2025 · Apt BLDG
Close - Door/window
Door
Apr 16, 2025 · Apt BLDG
Close - Electric
Wiring
Jan 9, 2025 · Apt HALLWA
Close - Electric
No lighting
Jan 9, 2025 · Apt HALLWA
Close - Electric
Outlet/switch
Dec 31, 2024 · Apt 1
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Dec 31, 2024 · Apt 1
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Dec 31, 2024 · Apt 1
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Dec 31, 2024 · Apt 1
Close - Electric
Power outage
Jun 24, 2024 · Apt 12STOR
Close - Electric
No lighting
Jun 24, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Electric
Lighting
Jun 24, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jun 24, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Electric
Lighting
Jun 24, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Water leak
Damp spot
Jun 24, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Water leak
Heavy flow
Jun 24, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Electric
No lighting
Jun 22, 2024 · Apt WHOLEB
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Mixed residential and retail building (S2)
- Year built
- 1930
- Floors
- 3
- Residential units
- 2
- Building area
- 5,250 ft²
- Lot area
- 1,625 ft²
- Zoning
- R6A
- Community board
- 303
- Council district
- 36
- Block / lot
- 1967 / 44
- Assessed value
- $48,900
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #816990, last renewed Oct 28, 2025.
Questions about 344 Franklin Avenue
Who owns 344 Franklin Avenue?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 441 18th St LLC.
Does 344 Franklin Avenue have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 108 housing violations at this property.
Is 344 Franklin 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 344 Franklin Avenue built?
City records list 1930 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 344 Franklin Avenue?
It has 2 residential units and 3 units in total.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.