185 Marcy Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11211BBL 3-02151-0006Map

Owner of record: 185 Marcy New Owner LLC

185 Marcy Avenue is an office building built in 1905 in Brooklyn, 11211. The owner of record is 185 Marcy New Owner LLC. HPD has recorded 1 housing violation here, most recently on May 2, 2001.

HPD violations: 1
DOB violations: 79
ECB violations: 34
HPD complaints: 0

What to know

Good

No open Class C

No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.

Good

Last violation May 2, 2001

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

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Violations

Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.

HPD housing violations · 1

ANon-hazardous
File with this department a registration statement for building.
May 2, 2001
Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 79

Construction other optional
Emerg.work-exist. 6-story steel/conc bldg w/ brick bearing/shear walls .bulging, compromised brick pier btwn 4th/5th fl @ expo 3, w/step cracks&disr.wall/slab. temp shoring 3rd-roof.remedy:comply w/code retain nys pe, cs & demo gc to stabilize/secure site.pe s&s docs by 8/10/26;start work by 8/12/26
Aug 7, 2026
Dob violation - dismissed
Immediate emergency anythingoptional
Install ied sidewalk shed at expo 4 - approximately 40 ft and wrapping around 15 ft along entire court yard total expo 4 = 55 linear ft
Jan 28, 2026
Dob violation - dismissed
Immediate emergency anythingoptional
Seal entrance gate between playground and handball court to prevent unauthorized access
Jan 28, 2026
Dob violation - dismissed
Construction other optional
Ewo due to defective facade at all exposures. observed cracks/spalling bricks with open mortar joints @ all exposures. also loose coping stones @ roof lvl above marcy av.remedy:immediately provide safety measures to secure & protect public. remove and/or repair loose owner must retain licensed design professional to submit unsafe filing
Jan 28, 2026
Dob violation - active
Construction other optional
At time of inspection, observed ruptured water tank located on the roof corner of exposure 3 and 4 that no longer supplying standpipe causing a fire hazard. partial vacate issued for floors 3rd to 6th as sprinkler system is without water.
Jan 27, 2026
Dob violation - dismissed
Construction other optional
At time of inspection, observed overhead falling hazard caused by ruptured water tank. partial vacate issued on alley way located at exposure 4.
Jan 27, 2026
Dob violation - dismissed
Construction other optional
At time of inspection, observed overhead falling hazard caused by ruptured water tank located on the roof corner of exposure 3 and 4. partial vacate issued on top floor of low roof area.
Jan 27, 2026
Dob violation - dismissed
Construction other optional
Emergency work order.at time of inspctn,obsrvd water tower alng exp4@ roof lvl to have prtlly frozen.the tank is rupturd,leakng,&will continue to freeze&rupture further.the tank is@risk of collapse.ownr to immed rtain a nyspe&endrsd cntrctr to immed instll site protections /public protections&remve the cmprmsd wtr tk
Jan 27, 2026
Dob violation - dismissed
Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2021 external low pressure inspection
Jun 30, 2023
Dob violation - dismissed
Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2021 external low pressure inspection
Jun 30, 2023
Dob violation - dismissed

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Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 11, 2021
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 11, 2021
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 8, 2020
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 8, 2020
Dob violation - resolved
Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Oct 17, 2019
Dob violation - dismissed
Retaining wall none
Failed to file cycle 1 technical report by 12/31/2018 per rcny 103-09
Oct 1, 2019
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired
Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2017 cat 1 insp/tst tst
Sep 6, 2019
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired
Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2017 cat 1 insp/tst tst
Sep 6, 2019
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 10, 2019
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 10, 2019
Dob violation - resolved
Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2016 inspection report
Apr 6, 2018
Dob violation - dismissed
Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2016 inspection report
Apr 6, 2018
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired
Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2016 cat 1 insp/tst
Jan 26, 2018
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 5, 2018
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 5, 2018
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 17, 2017
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 17, 2017
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 27, 2016
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 27, 2016
Dob violation - resolved
Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2013 inspection report
Mar 3, 2015
Dob violation - dismissed
Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2013 inspection report
Mar 3, 2015
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 5, 2015
Dob violation - resolved
Low pressure boiler boiler required
Lblvio-low pressure boiler boiler required
May 15, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed
Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2012 inspection report
May 15, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed
Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2012 inspection report
May 15, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 13, 2014
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 13, 2014
Dob violation - resolved
No report and / or late filing (facade) facade required
Failed to file fisp cycle 7c technical report by 02/21/2013
Dec 31, 2013
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 3, 2013
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 3, 2013
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2011 inspection/test
Oct 1, 2012
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 5, 2012
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 5, 2012
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2010 inspection/test
Dec 13, 2011
Dob violation - dismissed
Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2010 inspection report
Dec 13, 2011
Dob violation - dismissed
Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2010 inspection report
Dec 13, 2011
Dob violation - dismissed
Low pressure boiler boiler required
Lblvio-low pressure boiler boiler required
Dec 31, 2009
Dob violation - dismissed
Low pressure boiler boiler required
Lblvio-low pressure boiler boiler required
Dec 31, 2009
Dob violation - dismissed
Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 1, 2009
Dob violation - dismissed
Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 1, 2009
Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 34

Class - 1
Alteration of a 6 story building. observed masonry bearing wall bulking on 4fl at exp#3 upon request for an engineer assessment and stability report none was provided. without the engineer report i'm unable to
Aug 6, 2026 · Penalty $2,500
Active
Class - 1
Alteration of 6 story building. observed masonry bearing wall bulking on 4fl at exp#3 upon request for an engineer assessment and stability report none was provided and it isn't being addressed on cs log. witho
Aug 6, 2026 · Penalty $2,500
Active
Class - 2
Alteration of 6 story building. observed temporary shoring on 4fl at exp#3 next to bulking masonry bearing wall upon review on the approved structural and site safety plan documents no temporary shoring is show
Aug 6, 2026 · Penalty $1,250
Active
Class - 1
Failure to maintain exterior building facade and appurtenances.note:atthe time of inspection observed damage water tower at roof level.also cracks/loose bricks and coping stones at the chimney.cracks bricks and
Jan 28, 2026 · Penalty $5,030
Active
Class - 1
I observed at time of inspection on roof unproperly maintain roof tank which was frozen which is prohibited by nyc pc 1301.8, repair and/replace
Jan 28, 2026 · Penalty $2,530
Resolve
Class - 1
At time of inspection, observed ruptured water tank on roof at corner of exposure 3 and 4. falling overhead hazard created as conditions endanger the structure, utilities, occupancy, and public., repair and/rep
Jan 27, 2026 · Penalty $2,530
Resolve
Class - 2
Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#35407153n issued on 07-26-19 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. for failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner. at 6th
Dec 5, 2019
Resolve
Class - 2
Failure to comply with commissioners order contained in summons/violation #35407153h issued on 07-26-2019 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01.for:failure to maintain b
Oct 25, 2019
Resolve
Class - 2
Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#35407153n issued on 07-26-19 & 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.
Sep 10, 2019
Resolve
Class - 1
Failure to maintain building in code-compliant manner- at time of inspection at the 6th conference room above the drop ceiling- concrete fire proofing encagement crscked/separating/spalling is missing/is fallin
Jul 26, 2019
Resolve

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Class - 2
12x10,16m7,40i10,19m7,16x10. (12x)replace damaged light bulbs or provide covers. (10m)2 flr/eccentrics. (16m)desk covers where they are missing. (40i)ceiling (fire proofing). (16x)repair mean of access to the h
Feb 12, 2018
Resolve
Class - 2
Failure to file an acceptable technical report in compliance w/code provisions:periodic inspection of exterior walls and appurtenances as required by article 289.302 and the dob rules and regulations.rmdy:fil
Dec 30, 2015
Resolve
Class - 2
Failure to file an acceptable cycle 7 technical report in compliance with code provisions: periodic inspection of exterior walls & appurtenances as required by article 28-302 & the dept of bldgs rules & regulat
Jan 26, 2015
Resolve
Class - 2
Failure to maintain bldg in a code compliant manner.8 4'-0' section offlouresecnt lighting have no protective covering in children playrm.rem:install protection from falling glass.
Jan 21, 2015 · Penalty $250
Resolve
Class - 2
Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner.directional exit signage missing @cellar outside educational facility.rem:install exit signage.
Jan 21, 2015 · Penalty $250
Resolve
Class - 2
67x10/ 70o02/ 05x10/ 19m07/ 67-x-10- repair emergency phone 05-x-10 repair door zone lock 19-m-07- provide safety retainer on hoistway door.
Oct 17, 2014
Resolve
Class - 3
97x07- restore to service.
Feb 5, 2014 · Penalty $500
Resolve
Class - 2
Failure to file an acceptable 6th round technical report in compliancew/article 28-302 of the bldg code and dob's rules & regulations. 36016671l. respondent has demonstrated a history of non-compliance w/dept
Jul 13, 2012
Resolve
Class - 3
Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the c/o or bldg dept records. c/o 300639076 indicates nursery school at cellar to have a maximum of 58persons permitted. illegal occupancy noted: nursery school at cellar
Jan 23, 2012
Resolve
Class - 2
Failure to file an acceptable 6th round technical report in compliancewith code provisions: periodic inspection of exterior walls & appurtenances as required by article 28.302 & the dept of buildings rules &
May 15, 2011
Resolve
Class - 2
Failure to file an acceptable sixth round technical report in compliance w/ code provisions periodic insp of exterior walls and appurtenances as required by article 28.302 and the dob rules and regulations rem:
Aug 19, 2010
Resolve
Class - 2
Failure to file an architect/engineer report certifying exit/directional signs are connected to emergency power source/storage battery equipment.rem:file architect/engineer report.
Jan 27, 2010 · Penalty $4,000
Resolve
Class - 2
Failure to file an acceptable sixth round technical report in compliance w/code provisions:periodic inspection of exterior walls and appurtenances as required by article 28.302 and the dob rules and regulations
Jan 7, 2010
Resolve
Class - 2
Fail to submit an acceptable sixth round technical report in compliance w/code provisions: periodic inspection of exterior walls & appurtenances as required by article 28.302 & dob rules & regulations. remedy:
Jan 23, 2009
Resolve
Class - 3
Failure to maintain building in code-complaint manner noted: hopper window is missing locking device to allow window to remain closed (no latch) at 3rd office suite 302. remedy: repair and/or replace.
Sep 12, 2008 · Penalty $500
Resolve
Hazardous
Using rigging equipment without a special riggers lic using rigging equipment without proper danger signs no forthwith with proper id on the site
Aug 13, 2004 · Penalty $1,500
Resolve
Hazardous
Failure to maintain exterior facades:open mortar joints on norther and western (front) facades on 4th,5th floor decorative cornices:also metal frame at parapet walls are partially attached and rusted badly
Aug 10, 2004 · Penalty $2,000
Resolve
Non-hazardous
Failure to submit a fifth round technical report:periodic inspection of exterior walls and apprurtenances as required by local law 11 of 1998 and the department of buildings rules and regulations.remedy:file th
Jul 23, 2004 · Penalty $1,750
Resolve
Hazardous
Failure to maintain exterior bldg wall.damaged and fractured parpaet w/ masonary dislodge.damaged/missing mortar and coping on most of parapet.bulging masonary cracked decor stones (terra cotta)with open
Jun 14, 2004 · Penalty $800
Resolve
Non-hazardous
Failure to submit a fifth round technical report.periodic inspection of exterior walls and appurtenances as required by local law 11 of 1998and the department of bldg rules and regulations.remedy:file the req
Jan 16, 2004 · Penalty $700
Resolve
Hazardous
Failure to maintian building : noted at 5th & 6th floor levelsk, concrete fire protection at undeside of metal "i" beams above suspended cieling has become loose and fell in areas or is in danger of falling rem
May 31, 2002 · Penalty $800
Resolve
Non-hazardous
73m.work without permits expired permits 34/86 properly file with bldgdept and notify this dept for reinspection.
Oct 2, 1995
Resolve
Non-hazardous
73m. work without permits properly file with bldg dept nd notify this dept for reinspection.
Oct 2, 1995
Resolve
Non-hazardous
73m. operation of an elevator without an equipment use permit ea34-86 remedy:obtain equipment use permit.
Jun 29, 1995 · Penalty $350
Resolve

Complaints

No HPD complaints in our records

Complaint data is still being backfilled from NYC Open Data.

Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

Sales come from the NYC Department of Finance rolling sales file.

Building details

Building type: Office building (O2)
Year built: 1905
Floors: 6
Residential units: —
Building area: 57,425 ft²
Lot area: 12,606 ft²
Zoning: C4-3
Community board: 301
Council district: 34
Block / lot: 2151 / 6
Assessed value: $5,945,400
Landmark / historic district: No

Questions about 185 Marcy Avenue

Who owns 185 Marcy Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 185 Marcy New Owner LLC.

Does 185 Marcy Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 1 housing violations at this property.

Is 185 Marcy 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 185 Marcy Avenue built?

City records list 1905 as the year it was built.

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