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1078 Manhattan Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11222BBL 3-02496-0004Map

Owner of record: Rafael J Gelpi

1078 Manhattan Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1931 in Brooklyn, 11222. It has 8 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is Rafael J Gelpi. HPD has recorded 97 housing violations here, most recently on May 7, 2026. 45 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
97
DOB violations
24
ECB violations
4
HPD complaints
16

What to know

Concern
7 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

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

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 · 97

  • 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
  • B

    Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules missing in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Mar 9, 2026 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective mortise lock at building entrance door , 1st story

    Mar 9, 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

    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 12, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Refit vestibule door , 1st story

    Jun 8, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

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

    Jun 8, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

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

    Jun 8, 2025

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice at public hall, 1st story

    Jun 8, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latch set at building entrance door , 1st story

    Jun 8, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
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  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at vestibule door , 1st story

    Jun 8, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective tempered glass at vestibule door , 1st story

    Jun 8, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    § 329, m/d law and dept. rules and regs. provide a completed certificate of inspection visits in a proper frame at or near mailboxes, bottom edge of frame between 48-62 inches above floor missing , 1st story

    Jun 8, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak over the ceiling at public hall, 1st story

    Jun 8, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

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

    Jun 8, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

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

    Jun 8, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

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

    Jun 8, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

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

    Jun 8, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood stairs separating stringer at public hall stairs, 2nd story

    Jun 8, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Fire escape defective. replace with new the broken, defective and/or missing metal thread 4th from bottom up at building front

    Jun 8, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Fire escape defective. adjust the dropladder so that it will slide easily in the guide rods missing guide rail at building front at fire escape

    Jun 8, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at the ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Feb 14, 2025 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the roof so that it will not leak at the ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Feb 14, 2025 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Feb 14, 2025 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the roof so that it will not leak at the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Feb 14, 2025 · Apt 2R

    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 27, 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 16, 2024

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of heat for the apartment in the 1st room from east located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Feb 6, 2024 · Apt 2R

    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.

    Nov 21, 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 29, 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 10, 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 8, 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 8, 2022

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace smoke detector missing located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Apr 20, 2021 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) 2nd window frame from north at east wall in the 1st room from east located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Apr 20, 2021 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective outer concrete window sill offset 1 at building front , 3rd story

    Apr 20, 2021

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective concrete outer window sill offset 1 and 2 at building front , 2nd story

    Apr 20, 2021

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Apr 20, 2021 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department wood cornice at roof, building front

    Apr 20, 2021

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Abate the nuisance consisting of painted sprinker heads (total of two) at public hall, 3rd story

    Apr 20, 2021

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Replace with new the missing balusters (total of two) at balustrade at public hall stairs, 2nd story

    Apr 20, 2021

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly secure the loose handrail at public hall stairs, 2nd story

    Apr 20, 2021

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood tread 1st from bottom up at public hall stairs, 2nd story

    Apr 20, 2021

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in uniform color ceiling and all walls at public hall, 3rd story

    Apr 20, 2021

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

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

    Apr 20, 2021

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of house hold items at public hall, 3rd story

    Apr 20, 2021

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in uniform color at ceiling at public hall, 2nd story

    Apr 19, 2021

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Provide sufficient,proper and separate metal receptacles for the deposit of garbage, rubbish and other waste material and arrange for collection and disposal of such material.

    Apr 19, 2021

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approx, 3 sq. ft. at ceiling in the vestibule at public hall, 1st story

    Apr 19, 2021

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of household items at public hall, 2nd story

    Apr 19, 2021

    Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 24

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2024 external low pressure inspection

    Nov 14, 2025

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2023 external low pressure inspection

    Sep 23, 2024

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2020 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 30, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2021 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 30, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2018 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 20, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2019 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 20, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2022 external low pressure inspection

    Apr 25, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2017 inspection report

    Nov 8, 2019

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2016 inspection report

    Apr 6, 2018

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2015 inspection report

    Feb 24, 2017

    Dob violation - active
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  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2014 inspection report

    Oct 1, 2015

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2013 inspection report

    Mar 3, 2015

    Dob violation - active
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Aug 27, 2014

    Dob violation - active
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Jun 18, 2014

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2010 inspection report

    Dec 13, 2011

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 19, 2003

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 26, 2002

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 27, 2001

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 7, 2000

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 16, 1999

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    May 4, 1998

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jun 1, 1994

    Dob violation - active
  • 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 - active

ECB violations · 4

  • Class - 2

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by cofo and department of building records.partitions erected creating rooms for living at 2nd story apartment 2r class"a"apartment erected.rooms used for sleeping.no vacate w

    Apr 19, 2021 · Penalty $6,250

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Fail to comply w/the commissioner's order to file a cert of correction w/the dob for n.o.v. #35093627r issued on 06/03/14 pursuant to 28-204.4 & 1rcny 102-01. fail to provide unobstructed exit passageway on fir

    Aug 20, 2014 · Penalty $4,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to provide unobstructed exit passageway note fire escape window egress obstructed at 3rd flr by window ac.remedy:remove obstruction

    Jun 3, 2014 · Penalty $12,000

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Fail to provide unobstructed exit passageway.note:@exterior front fire escapes 3rd floor obstructed by a/c installed @access window along w/items stored @landing. rem:remove all obstructions.

    Mar 21, 2014 · Penalty $6,000

    Active

Complaints

  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Mar 6, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Stairs

    Jun 8, 2025 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jun 5, 2025 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Feb 13, 2025 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Feb 13, 2025 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Feb 13, 2025 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 5, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Feb 5, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Apr 15, 2021 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • General

    Mailbox

    Apr 15, 2021 · Apt 2R

    Close
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  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 28, 2017 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Apr 12, 2017 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jan 14, 2016 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Safety

    Fire escape

    May 16, 2014 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Dec 15, 2009 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • General

    Mailbox

    Dec 15, 2009 · Apt 2R

    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 (C7)
Year built
1931
Floors
3
Residential units
8
Building area
7,500 ft²
Lot area
4,793 ft²
Zoning
R7A
Community board
301
Council district
33
Block / lot
2496 / 4
Assessed value
$982,350
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #326455, last renewed Dec 28, 2008.

Questions about 1078 Manhattan Avenue

Who owns 1078 Manhattan Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Rafael J Gelpi.

Does 1078 Manhattan Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 97 housing violations at this property.

Is 1078 Manhattan 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 1078 Manhattan Avenue built?

City records list 1931 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 1078 Manhattan Avenue?

It has 8 residential units and 10 units in total.

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