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140 Lafayette Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11238BBL 3-02120-0017Map

Owner of record: Buttercup Realty LLC

140 Lafayette Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1930 in Brooklyn, 11238. It has 12 residential units across 5 floors. The owner of record is Buttercup Realty LLC. HPD has recorded 28 housing violations here, most recently on May 7, 2026. 1 of the 28 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 2 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
28
DOB violations
18
ECB violations
3
HPD complaints
14

What to know

Good
No open Class C

No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.

Good
Last violation May 7, 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

Rent-stabilized units in 2024
2
About 17% of the building's 12 apartments

Counts come from owners' rent-stabilization filings shown on NYC Department of Finance tax bills, as extracted by JustFix. They tell you a building has stabilized apartments, not which ones.

Stabilized units by tax-bill year

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Violations

Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.

HPD housing violations · 28

  • 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 7, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approx 3 squar feet at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Mar 1, 2024 · Apt 3A

    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 22, 2023

    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 29, 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
  • 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 8, 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 16, 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.

    Nov 4, 2019

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Remove the illegal fastening consisting of an unacceptable electromagnetic locking device install at the building vestibule door at public hall, 1st story

    Sep 4, 2018

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide security in the event of a power outage by means of an acceptable mechanical heavy duty lock and latch set at building vestibule door at public hall, 1st story

    Sep 4, 2018

    Closed — Violation closed
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  • 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

    Sep 4, 2018

    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

    Sep 4, 2018

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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

    Sep 4, 2018

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 4, 2018 · Apt 3A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Properly repair the broken or defective paving approx. 4 sq. feet at west and approx. 12 sq ft at north at yards

    Feb 3, 2018

    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.

    Dec 6, 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 23, 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.

    Mar 2, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective .. in the entrance located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jan 14, 2010 · Apt 3A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Discontinue use of illegal space and/or hot water heater and provide filed for & approved heater which obtains combustion air directly from outside the building or approved central system forced air furnace located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jan 14, 2010 · Apt 3A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Discontinue use of illegal space and/or hot water heater and provide filed for & approved heater which obtains combustion air directly from outside the building or approved central system hot water heater located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jan 14, 2010 · Apt 3A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    File with this department a registration statement for building.

    May 2, 2001

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Replace with new the broken or defective glass sliding window lower level center room 1 sty duplex apt 1a. located at apt 1a

    Jan 31, 1995 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department walls & ceilings center room lower level 1 sty duplex apt 1a. located at apt 1a

    Jan 31, 1995 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of mildew on ceiling of lower level center room 1 sty duplex apt 1a. located at apt 1a

    Jan 31, 1995 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin walls basement duplex 1 sty apt a1. , section '' ''

    Sep 9, 1992 · Apt A1

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of mildew walls basement duplex 1 sty apt a1. , section '' ''

    Sep 9, 1992 · Apt A1

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    D26-41.03 adm code file with this department a telephone number at which the owner or a responsible person can be reached at all hours in the event of an emergency.

    Jul 14, 1980

    Closed — Violation dismissed

DOB building violations · 18

  • Landmark none

    Landmk-landmark none

    Sep 23, 2014

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 19, 2007

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 6, 2006

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Landmark none

    Landmk-landmark none

    May 5, 2005

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 31, 2005

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 13, 2004

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 19, 2003

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 26, 2002

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 27, 2001

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 7, 2000

    Dob violation - dismissed
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  • 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

    Sep 16, 1997

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 10, 1997

    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 · 3

  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner.noted:at time of in spection damage observed to decorative stone above 3rd fl window lintel the 6 has cracked & fell to yard.vertical cracking at exp.#1 above 2

    Oct 10, 2021

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Ail maintain bldg in compliant manner:lack of automatic sprinkers where required as per bc 903.2;27-954. observe in apts 3a,4a,5a not installed sprinkler heads in mechanical rooms for fire protection as per

    Feb 2, 2010 · Penalty $500

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Fail to maintain bldg in code compliant manner: installation/maintenance of plumbing materials/equipment per pc 102.3;27-902. observe in apt3a,4a,5a for mechanical rooms/with gas furnace & hwh) not installed fi

    Feb 2, 2010 · Penalty $500

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Jul 30, 2026 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Feb 26, 2024 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Feb 26, 2024 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Nov 9, 2021 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Outside building

    Pavement

    Dec 23, 2017 · Apt 7A

    Close
  • Safety

    Fire escape

    Dec 23, 2017 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 13, 2010 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Nov 16, 2004 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Appliance

    Sprinker cert

    Jul 26, 2004

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Apr 5, 2004 · Apt 3A

    Close
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  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Apr 5, 2004 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Apr 5, 2004 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Rubbish

    Apr 5, 2004 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Apr 5, 2004 · Apt 3A

    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
1930
Floors
5
Residential units
12
Building area
7,946 ft²
Lot area
4,500 ft²
Zoning
R6B
Community board
302
Council district
35
Block / lot
2120 / 17
Assessed value
$772,200
Landmark / historic district
Fort Greene Historic District

HPD registration #353149, last renewed Oct 15, 2025.

Questions about 140 Lafayette Avenue

Who owns 140 Lafayette Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Buttercup Realty LLC.

Does 140 Lafayette Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 28 housing violations at this property.

Is 140 Lafayette Avenue rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 2 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 17% of its 12 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 140 Lafayette Avenue built?

City records list 1930 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 140 Lafayette Avenue?

It has 12 residential units.

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