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216 Penn Street

Brooklyn, NY 11211BBL 3-02219-0032Map

Owner of record: 216 Penn St LLC

216 Penn Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1899 in Brooklyn, 11211. It has 3 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is 216 Penn St LLC. HPD has recorded 53 housing violations here, most recently on May 5, 2026. 47 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
53
DOB violations
3
ECB violations
6
HPD complaints
3

What to know

Concern
1 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 · 53

  • 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 19, 2025

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • 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 26, 2024

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • 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 11, 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 17, 2023

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • 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 24, 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 7, 2022

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective building entrance door at basement story

    Sep 28, 2022

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor at public hall, 1st story

    Sep 28, 2022

    Open — Nov sent out
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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.

    Sep 28, 2022

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Replace with new the missing cover for electrical switch at south wall at public hall, 2nd story

    Sep 28, 2022

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all walls and ceiling at public hall, 3rd story

    Sep 28, 2022

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Provide adequate light of not less than 60 watts incandescent or equivalent illumination at west yard, building front

    Sep 28, 2022

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective paving west yard at building front

    Sep 28, 2022

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective masonary treads 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th from bottom up at building front

    Sep 28, 2022

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Fire egress defective. make stationary the iron ladder leading to scuttle opening in roof at public hall, 3rd story

    Sep 28, 2022

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the roof so that it will not leak over ceiling at public hall, 3rd story

    Sep 28, 2022

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Provide a safe and adequate supply of electric service to the fixtures at ceiling at public hall, 3rd story

    Sep 28, 2022

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant ceiling, and all walls at public hall, 3rd story

    Sep 28, 2022

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all walls and ceiling at public hall, 2nd story

    Sep 28, 2022

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Provide adequate light of not less than 60 watts incandescent or equivalent illumination at ceiling at public hall, 2nd story

    Sep 28, 2022

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant all walls and ceiling at basement

    Sep 28, 2022

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation riser at vestibule, at basement story.

    Sep 28, 2022

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly secure the loose wood handrail at basement public hall stairs

    Sep 28, 2022

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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.

    Sep 28, 2022

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box missing at basement story

    Sep 28, 2022

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant at south wall and ceiling at public hall, 2nd story

    Sep 28, 2022

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Post a proper notice of carbon monoxide detecting device requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, in a common area of a class a multiple dwelling near inspection certificate or provide notice to tenants in a private dwelling.

    Sep 28, 2022

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 28, 2022

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant at all walls and ceiling at public hall, 1st story

    Sep 28, 2022

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all walls and ceiling. at public hall, 1st story

    Sep 28, 2022

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly secure the loose wood handrail at public hall, 1st story

    Sep 28, 2022

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Replace with new the missing wood newel post cap at public hall, 1st story

    Sep 28, 2022

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Properly repair the broken or defective locking device at building entrance door at basement

    Sep 28, 2022

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Replace with new the missing door at entrance at building front

    Sep 1, 2022

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling and south wall at public hall, 3rd story

    Sep 1, 2022

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at ceiling and south wall at public hall, 3rd story

    Sep 1, 2022

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling at public hall, 1st story

    Sep 1, 2022

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at ceiling at public hall, 1st story

    Sep 1, 2022

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective lighting fixture at north wall at public hall, 1st story

    Sep 1, 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.

    Mar 1, 2022

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • 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 1, 2022

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 12, 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 12, 2021

    Open — Info 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.

    Oct 31, 2019

    Open — Info 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.

    Oct 19, 2018

    Open — Info 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 28, 2017

    Open — Info 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, 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.

    Oct 13, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed

DOB building violations · 3

  • Construction other optional

    Ftc-vio#072125ceu30113pw(#3a22461)ordered 216 penn st llc.to have eor review non-conformance of concrete testing procedure & submit s/s acceptance statement w/ alt testing results by9/12/25.as of 6/15/26, 216 penn st llc.has not complied with commissioner's order.remedy: comply w/ commissioner's order & code

    Jun 16, 2026

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    At time of inspection, observed unpermitted work for vertical and horizontal extension. work has not been permitted to proceed causing safety hazard to stability of the building. engineering report to be submitted within 5 days.

    Dec 24, 2025

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    Failure to perform standard-curing specimens: during lab inspection @ hrf on 7/1/2025, dob observed dry cylinders stored improperly, not meeting final curing requirements. remedy: comply with codes and astm submit eor-approved alternate results by 09/12/2025

    Jul 21, 2025

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 6

  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply with the commissioner's orders to file a certificate of correction with the dept of buildings for vio# 39171625j, file a certificate of correction

    Sep 16, 2026 · Penalty $1,250

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Unlawfully continued work while on notice of a stop work order issued 12/26/25, extension at rear was stopped for having no permits. as of 9/16/26 side walk shed has been removed and extension appears to be com

    Sep 16, 2026 · Penalty $10,000

    Active
  • Class - 2

    At the time of my inspection i observed construction fence at exp# 1 not constructed/maintained as required by code-job information panel covered/obstructed by plastic sheeting ,no viewing panel provided

    May 18, 2026 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Bc 3307.6.5-sidewalk shed maintenance-at the time of my inspection i observed sidewalk shed installed at exp#1 not maintained-sidewalk shed lights coverd with plastic sheeting,plastic hanging from parapet wall

    May 18, 2026 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    At time of inspection, on 12/23/25 at 11:27am observed unpermitted rear vertical extension with new window installed. extension appears to be up to the 5 floor(in conjunction with b01229007 gc currently not per

    Dec 23, 2025 · Penalty $2,500

    Active
  • Class - 1

    At time of inspection, observed the sidewalk shed not conforming to drawings. shed is to be 1'-6" max from the curb. overhead fall hazard created as it is not adequately protecting the public. tarp is also in p

    Dec 23, 2025 · Penalty $2,500

    Active

Complaints

  • Door/window

    Door

    Aug 30, 2022 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Electric

    No lighting

    Aug 30, 2022 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Aug 30, 2022 · Apt BLDG

    Close

Sales history

DatePriceTypeUnits
Aug 17, 2026$10Three family dwellings3

Building details

Building type
Walk-up apartment building (C0)
Year built
1899
Floors
3
Residential units
3
Building area
3,200 ft²
Lot area
2,017 ft²
Zoning
R6
Community board
301
Council district
33
Block / lot
2219 / 32
Assessed value
$143,880
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #333660, last renewed Feb 28, 2017.

Questions about 216 Penn Street

Who owns 216 Penn Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 216 Penn St LLC.

Does 216 Penn Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 53 housing violations at this property.

Is 216 Penn Street 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 216 Penn Street built?

City records list 1899 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 216 Penn Street?

It has 3 residential units.

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