156 Lafayette Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11238BBL 3-02120-0025Map
Owner of record: 156 Lafayette Trust
156 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 156 Lafayette Trust. HPD has recorded 45 housing violations here, most recently on May 5, 2026. 34 of the 45 most recent violations are still open.
- HPD violations
- 45
- DOB violations
- 3
- ECB violations
- 1
- HPD complaints
- 8
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 · 45
- ANon-hazardous
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 - 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 20, 2025
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
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 - 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 29, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
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
Open — Nov sent out - 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 22, 2023
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
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
Open — Nov sent out - 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 14, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
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
Open — Nov sent out - 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.
Feb 25, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed
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- ANon-hazardous
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
Open — Nov sent out - 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.
Apr 9, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed - 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.
Oct 30, 2019
Closed — Violation dismissed - 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.
Oct 18, 2018
Closed — Violation dismissed - 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 24, 2017
Closed — Violation dismissed - 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.
Oct 9, 2015
Closed — Violation dismissed - 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.
Feb 23, 2015
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Section 300, 301, 302, m/d law file plans and obtain a certificate of occupancy to legalize the following alteration or restore premises to prior legal condition class b rooms converted to class a apts at 1st , 2nd and 3rd stories , b-room
May 3, 2002
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective metal cornice bldg. front east , roof
Jun 6, 2001
Open — Not complied with - BHazardous
Replace with new the missing balusters 2 and 3 sty public hall
Jan 4, 1999
Open — Not complied with - BHazardous
Remove all encumbrances consisting of all stys public hall household articles
Jan 4, 1999
Open — Not complied with - BHazardous
Remove all encumbrances consisting of refrigerator scuttle recess 3 sty public hall.
Apr 21, 1998
Open — Not complied with - ANon-hazardous
Properly secure the loose balustrade all stys public hall stairs.
Mar 28, 1998
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the 2 sty public hall
Sep 16, 1997
Open — Not complied with - BHazardous
Properly secure the loose balastrade 2 sty public hall.
Sep 12, 1995
Open — Not complied with - BHazardous
Replace with new the missing balusters all sty public hall.
May 15, 1995
Open — Not complied with - CImmediately hazardous
Post notice, in form approved by the department, stating the name and location of the person designated by the owner to have key to buildings heating system 1 sty public hall and on boiler room door.
Jan 9, 1991
Open — Not complied with - ANon-hazardous
D26-20.08 adm code post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box missing.
Feb 25, 1988
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
D26-21.07 adm code provide 3 extra sprinkler heads and suitable wrench for emergency purposes at o.s.y. valve of sprinkler in accordance with the rules and regulations of this department cellar front.
Feb 25, 1988
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
D26-34.01 adm code discontinue use for living room cellar front west.
Feb 25, 1988
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
D26-10.01 adm code replace with new the missing bammisten all stys public hall stairs.
Feb 25, 1988
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
D26-21.03 adm code paint or post a sign indicating floors on wall at or near stairs pub hall all stys.
Feb 25, 1988
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code remove all encumbrances consisting of household items all stys public hall.
Feb 25, 1988
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
D26-10.01 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective cement pointing chimney roof front & rear.
Feb 25, 1988
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
D26-17.10 adm code post notice, in form approved by the department, stating the name and location of the person designated by the owner to have key to building's heating system 1 sty public hall & on door to heating system.
Feb 25, 1988
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
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 plaster partition ereceted center 1 sty public hall preventing access to basement public hall.
Feb 25, 1988
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Section 329, m/d law and dept. rules and regs. provide a completed certificate of inspection visits in a proper frame readily accessible for signature, bottom edge of frame between 48-62 inches above floor at 1 sty vestibule.
Feb 25, 1988
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system cellar door locked.
Feb 25, 1988
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Egress obstructed. provide proper means of egress by removing partitions forming closet enclosing scuttle ladder to roof 3 sty public hall.
Feb 25, 1988
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
D26-10.01 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective plaster board ceiling cellar throughout.
Aug 27, 1975
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
D26-10.01 adm code replace with new the broken or defective glasss at east of 2d sty public hall bathroom.
Jun 14, 1973
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
D26-32.01 adm code discontinue unlawful cooking space or file plans and application with this department to legalize same, if lawfully feasible at 1 sty public hall rear at foyer.
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Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
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 1st sty public hall rear foyer kitchen sink & gas range installed.
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Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
D26-10.01 adm code replace with new the missing wood balusters 1 to 3 sty public hall stairs.
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Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
D26-10.01 adm code properly secure the loose wood balustrade 2 to 3 sty public hall stairs.
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Open — Nov sent out
DOB building violations · 3
- Boiler boiler optional
B-boiler boiler optional
Aug 14, 1995
Vp*-violation unserved ecb- dismissed - Landmark none
Landmrk-landmark none
Aug 20, 1984
Dob violation - dismissed - Landmark none
Landmk-landmark none
Aug 20, 1984
Dob violation - dismissed
ECB violations · 1
- Non-hazardous
Occupancy contrary to that allowed by dept. records 1 2 and 3 stories class b rooms cnverted to class a apts remedy; obtain a new certificate of occupancy or restore to prior legal condition.
May 3, 2002 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve
Complaints
- Heating
Heat related
Apr 21, 2011 · Apt 3
Close - General
Cooking gas
Apr 21, 2011 · Apt 3
Close - Heating
Heat related
Apr 11, 2011 · Apt BLDG
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
May 8, 2009 · Apt 3
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Apr 8, 2007 · Apt 3
Close - Nonconst
Smoke detector
Apr 8, 2007 · Apt 3
Close - Nonconst
Carbon monoxide
Apr 8, 2007 · Apt 3
Close - General
Stairs
Apr 8, 2007 · Apt 3
Close
Sales history
| Date | Price | Type | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 23, 2026 | $7,200,000 | Two family dwellings | 2 |
Building details
- Building type
- Two-family home (B3)
- Year built
- 1899
- Floors
- 3
- Residential units
- 2
- Building area
- 4,128 ft²
- Lot area
- 2,002 ft²
- Zoning
- R6B
- Community board
- 302
- Council district
- 35
- Block / lot
- 2120 / 25
- Assessed value
- $302,760
- Landmark / historic district
- Fort Greene Historic District
HPD registration #351995, last renewed Feb 20, 2026.
Questions about 156 Lafayette Avenue
Who owns 156 Lafayette Avenue?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 156 Lafayette Trust.
Does 156 Lafayette Avenue have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 45 housing violations at this property.
Is 156 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 156 Lafayette Avenue built?
City records list 1899 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 156 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.