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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

Concern
3 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

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 · 45

  • 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

    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.

    Jun 10, 2025

    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 29, 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.

    Apr 10, 2024

    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 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 23, 2023

    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 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.

    Feb 25, 2022

    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.

    Feb 25, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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  • 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

    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.

    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.

    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

    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
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective metal cornice bldg. front east , roof

    Jun 6, 2001

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Replace with new the missing balusters 2 and 3 sty public hall

    Jan 4, 1999

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of all stys public hall household articles

    Jan 4, 1999

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of refrigerator scuttle recess 3 sty public hall.

    Apr 21, 1998

    Open — Not complied with
  • A

    Properly secure the loose balustrade all stys public hall stairs.

    Mar 28, 1998

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    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
  • B

    Properly secure the loose balastrade 2 sty public hall.

    Sep 12, 1995

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Replace with new the missing balusters all sty public hall.

    May 15, 1995

    Open — Not complied with
  • C

    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
  • A

    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
  • B

    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
  • B

    D26-34.01 adm code discontinue use for living room cellar front west.

    Feb 25, 1988

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code replace with new the missing bammisten all stys public hall stairs.

    Feb 25, 1988

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    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
  • B

    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
  • B

    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
  • C

    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
  • 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 plaster partition ereceted center 1 sty public hall preventing access to basement public hall.

    Feb 25, 1988

    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 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
  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system cellar door locked.

    Feb 25, 1988

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    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
  • A

    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
  • A

    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
  • B

    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.

    —

    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 1st sty public hall rear foyer kitchen sink & gas range installed.

    —

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code replace with new the missing wood balusters 1 to 3 sty public hall stairs.

    —

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code properly secure the loose wood balustrade 2 to 3 sty public hall stairs.

    —

    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

DatePriceTypeUnits
Apr 23, 2026$7,200,000Two family dwellings2

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.