45 Newel Street
Brooklyn, NY 11222BBL 3-02683-0012Map
Owner of record: 45 Newell LLC
45 Newel Street is an elevator apartment building built in 1931 in Brooklyn, 11222. It has 18 residential units across 5 floors. The owner of record is 45 Newell LLC. HPD has recorded 53 housing violations here, most recently on October 5, 2023. 6 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 18 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.
- HPD violations
- 53
- DOB violations
- 18
- ECB violations
- 26
- HPD complaints
- 26
What to know
No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.
Date of the most recent HPD inspection that found a problem.
No balance due on recent ECB violations.
Rent stabilization
Counts come from owners' rent-stabilization filings shown on NYC Department of Finance tax bills, as extracted by JustFix. They tell you a building has stabilized apartments, not which ones.
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Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 53
- ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department baseboard at west and east walls at hallway at cellar
Oct 5, 2023
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective at entrance to cellar public hall in the 1st room from east located at apt 1d lower level, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Oct 5, 2023 · Apt 1D
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1d lower level, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Oct 5, 2023 · Apt 1D
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly secure the loose lighting fixture at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1d lower level, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Oct 5, 2023 · Apt 1D
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the 1st room from east located at apt 1d lower level, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Oct 5, 2023 · Apt 1D
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all baseboards at all walls in laundry room at cellar
Sep 15, 2023
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective construction caulking at base of south and west wall at south and west yard
Sep 15, 2023
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective polystyrene at south and west wall at south and west yard
Sep 15, 2023
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color south wall, west wall and ceiling at lower level in the 1st room from north located at apt 1d, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Sep 15, 2023 · Apt 1D
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at south wall, west wall and ceiling at lower level in the 1st room from north located at apt 1d, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Sep 15, 2023 · Apt 1D
Closed — Violation dismissed
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- BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color all walls in sprinkler control valve room at cellar
Sep 15, 2023
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... all baseboards at all walls at cellar
Sep 15, 2023
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling at cellar
Sep 15, 2023
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... all baseboards at all walls in laundry room at cellar
Sep 15, 2023
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... all baseboards at all walls in laundry room at cellar original violation 16229697 issued 15-sep-23 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code §27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).
Sep 15, 2023
Open — Not complied with - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective in the cellar at laundry room
Sep 10, 2023
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective door to the cellar at north wall at public hall, 1st story
Sep 10, 2023
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Remove all encumbrances consisting of household items at public hall, 1st story
Sep 10, 2023
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Post sign on wall of entrance story bearing name, address including apartment number if any, and telephone number of superintendent, janitor or housekeeper. at public hall, 1st story
Sep 10, 2023
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective paving at rear yard at west wall
Aug 7, 2023
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective paving at west yard at north wall
Aug 7, 2023
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approx 4 sq ft at west wall at basement in the 1st room from north located at apt 1d, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west original violation 16130661 issued 29-jul-23 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code §27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).
Jul 29, 2023 · Apt 1D
Open — Defect letter issued - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the 3rd room from north located at apt 1d, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jul 29, 2023 · Apt 1D
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair and abate unsafe electric wiring condition consisting of at east wall in the 2nd room from north located at apt 1d, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jul 29, 2023 · Apt 1D
Open — False certification - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at north wall in the 2nd room from north located at apt 1d, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jul 29, 2023 · Apt 1D
Open — False certification - BHazardous
Repair the flushing apparatus and maintain same so as to flush effectively the water closet in the bathroom located at apt 1d, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jul 29, 2023 · Apt 1D
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1d, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jul 29, 2023 · Apt 1D
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective .. in the 1st room from north located at apt 1d, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jul 29, 2023 · Apt 1D
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at south wall and ceiling in the 1st room from north located at apt 1d, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jul 29, 2023 · Apt 1D
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective vinyl tiles at floor in the 1st room from north located at apt 1d, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jul 29, 2023 · Apt 1D
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approx 4 sq ft at west wall at basement in the 1st room from north located at apt 1d, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jul 29, 2023 · Apt 1D
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approx 1 sq ft at south wall at cellar
Jul 26, 2023
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approx 1 sq ft at south wall at cellar original violation 16118886 issued 26-jul-23 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code §27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).
Jul 26, 2023
Open — Not complied with - 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 1, 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.
Apr 12, 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 31, 2019
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system missing at public hall, 1st story
Jan 24, 2018
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of scalding water 145 degrees in the entire apartment located at apt 2d, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jan 24, 2018 · Apt 2D
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
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
Jan 24, 2018
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
§ 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 at public hall, 1st story
Jan 24, 2018
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
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. at public hall, 1st story
Jan 24, 2018
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box missing at public hall, 1st story
Jan 24, 2018
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
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. at public hall, 1st story
Jan 24, 2018
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
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. at public hall, 1st story
Jan 24, 2018
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
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
Jun 26, 2017
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
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. at public hall, 1st story
Jun 26, 2017
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
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. at public hall, 1st story
Jun 26, 2017
Closed — Violation closed - 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 missing at public hall, 1st story
Jun 26, 2017
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
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. at public hall, 1st story
Jun 26, 2017
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box missing at public hall, 1st story
Jun 26, 2017
Closed — Violation closed
DOB building violations · 18
- Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2018 external low pressure inspection
Jun 20, 2023
Dob violation - active - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 19, 2021
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 27, 2020
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 22, 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 - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 19, 2018
Dob violation - resolved - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2015 inspection report
Feb 24, 2017
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Feb 14, 2017
Dob violation - resolved - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Dec 6, 2016
Vp*-violation unserved ecb- dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Nov 30, 2016
Dob violation - dismissed
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- Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Nov 6, 2016
Vp*-violation unserved ecb- dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Aug 10, 2016
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 - 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 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 - Construction other optional
Work without a permit. work noted: having installed new partitions new drop ceiling, new window & brick front wall & stairs to mezzanine area at 1st floor remedy: obtain a permit if feasible or restore to prior legal condition
Jun 10, 1999
Vpw*-violation unserved ecb-work without permit-dismissed - Construction other optional
Work without a permit - work noted: new partitions, new drop ceiling new windows and new brick front. new staircase to mezz area location 1st floor remedy: obtain permits
Feb 2, 1998
Vpw*-violation unserved ecb-work without permit-dismissed
ECB violations · 26
- Class - 2
Occupancy contrary to dob records. co #320913017f indicates accessory parking for 9 cars in rear yard. at time of inspection observe no parking spaces for cars. rear yard has black metal fence enclosing approx
Dec 28, 2024 · Penalty $1,250
Active - Class - 3
Work without a permit. noted: at rear yard black metal fence install approx 18'l x 60'w., obtain permit or restore premises to prior legal condition
Dec 28, 2024 · Penalty $250
Active - Class - 2
Occupancy contrary to that allowed by c/o or bldgs dept records c/o320913017f clearly indicates accessory parking for 9cars in rearyd (on grnd).atoi observed sec of rearyd enclosed w/permanent installed metal f
Jun 14, 2021 · Penalty $6,250
Active - Class - 1
Bc3314.5/scaffold platform.observed wroker on scaffold.scaffold was not fully planked,observed worker on single plank(not served).parging 51newell st prop.line,stop all wrk on scaffold.call best reinspection.re
Dec 6, 2016
Resolve - Class - 1
Sec. 3314.4 failure to safeguard. observed worker on scaffold w/no toeboards or guardrail system & not wearing personal protection equipment(ppe)to prevent falling. worker was parting adjacent prop.(51 newell
Dec 6, 2016 · Penalty $400
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in nov #35212652h issued on 08/29/16 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1;28-204.4 & 1rcny102-01. no c of c filed. remedy: comply w/comm's order &/or file a c o
Oct 27, 2016 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Class - 1
Work after hours w/o variance permit.noted:at time of inspection several workers working at different floors on site w/o ahv."stop all work"remed:obtain ahu permit.
Sep 11, 2016 · Penalty $400
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to safeguard all persons & property affected by construction operations in that in rear yard an approx 10' deep x 87'round hole has been creawted in soil w/no sheeting or shoring provided. in cellar,ele
Jul 2, 2016 · Penalty $1,000
Resolve - Class - 2
Work after hours w/o variance permit contrary to 28-105.12.5 in that several workers performing plumbing work & demo work in cellar. remedy:obtain after hours variance permit.
Jul 2, 2016 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in nov #35179757m issued on 05/11/16 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1;28-204.4 & 1rcny102-01. for installing sprinkler system w/o a permit. remedy: comply w
Jun 25, 2016
Resolve
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- Class - 2
Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in nov #35179754r issued on 05/11/16 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1;28-204.4 & 1rcny102-01. no temporary platforms at elevator shaft at. remedy: comply w/
Jun 25, 2016 · Penalty $400
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain adequate housekeeping per section requirements in that there is an accumulation of rubbish & debris in side & rear yards.rem:maintain adequate housekeeping.
Jun 23, 2016
Resolve - Class - 1
Unlawfully continued work while on notice of a stop waork order. noted: @ time of my insp, workers were observed cutting and welding of handrails @ interior stairs. installation of sheetrock for interiors walls
May 12, 2016 · Penalty $4,800
Resolve - Class - 1
Tampered w/, removed, or defaced a written posted stop work order. noted: @ time of insp, stop work order sticker posted on 05/11/16 has been removed. workers on site 2 time, performing work. rem: comply to cod
May 12, 2016 · Penalty $1,000
Resolve - Class - 2
Use of supported scaffold w/o scaffold user certificate. noted: at site under permit no. 320913017 atl1, found 4 construction workers on pipe scaffold and only 3 certificate available. rmdy: stop all work,make
May 11, 2016
Resolve - Class - 1
Work w/o a permit. noted: at site under permit no. 320913017-alt1,found new sprinkler system installed from 1st to 5th flr w/o a permit.application for new sprinkler system 340337184 approved on 3-24-16 only.
May 11, 2016
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to safeguard public and property. noted: work ongoing throughout site under application no. 320913017-alt-1 and found temporary platforms at elevator shaft with openings 14"x 5' throughout. at roof,pipe
May 11, 2016
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain adequate housekeeping. noted: work on going throughout site under application no. 320913017 and observed construction materials/debris strewn throughout roof, rear yrd and hallways. excessiv
May 11, 2016
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to provide sidewalk shed where required.note:at the time of myinspection of an alteration to convert a 1 story into 5 stories,building up to roof level approx.50 ft,i observed approx.42 feet of supporte
Apr 2, 2016 · Penalty $4,800
Resolve - Class - 2
Bc 3303.4.7 note:at the time of my inspection of an alteration to convert 1 story into 5 stories,building up to roof level,i observed storage of masonry,brick on roadway at exposure one pile approx.6ft in heigh
Apr 2, 2016 · Penalty $400
Resolve - Class - 2
Bc 3307.4 warning signs,personnell and barriers.note:at the time of myinspection of an alteration to convert 1 story into 5 stories,buildingat roof level.i observed that there were no barriers,signs or light pr
Apr 2, 2016 · Penalty $400
Resolve - Class - 1
Bc 3303.4.2 containers.note:at the time of my inspection of an alteration to convert 1 story into 5 stories,building up to roof level,i observed a 30 yard dumpster at exposure 1 that contain debris of lumber,fo
Apr 2, 2016 · Penalty $1,600
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to safeguard all persons & property affected by const ops.@thetime of insp bricks from the second story demo were found on the adjacent property.also (ivy) from the demolished wall pulled down wires ont
Aug 25, 2015 · Penalty $1,200
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Work without a permit.work noted:new partition,new drop ceiling-new windoes + new brick front new staircase to mezz area location 1st flr.remedy:obtain a permit.
Dec 18, 1995 · Penalty $1,000
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Work without a permit work noted construction of sheetrock walls store front with roll gate raise left and stairs at one story structure at east remedy obtain a permit if feasible or restore the premises if fea
Jun 24, 1994 · Penalty $350
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Work without a permit work noted office area new sheet rock walls, ceilings doors windows new motar joints cement work brickwark outside wall, and interior block wall, round up gate. interstairs rize vertic
Jun 23, 1993 · Penalty $1,000
Resolve
Complaints
- Unsanitary condition
Mold
Sep 13, 2023 · Apt 1D
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Sep 5, 2023 · Apt 1D
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Aug 21, 2023 · Apt CELLAR
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Jul 25, 2023 · Apt 1D
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Jul 25, 2023 · Apt 1D
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Jul 25, 2023 · Apt 1D
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Dec 11, 2021 · Apt BLDG
Close - Water leak
Damp spot
Oct 29, 2021 · Apt 2B
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Oct 29, 2021 · Apt 2B
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Aug 22, 2021 · Apt 2B
Close
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- Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jul 20, 2019 · Apt 4C
Open - Safety
Smoke detector
Jun 1, 2019 · Apt HALWAY
Close - General
Signage missing
May 27, 2019 · Apt BLDG
Close - Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
May 27, 2019 · Apt BLDG
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Jan 20, 2018 · Apt 2D
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Jan 20, 2018 · Apt 2D
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Jan 11, 2018 · Apt 2D
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Jan 11, 2018 · Apt 2D
Close - General
Signage missing
Sep 1, 2017 · Apt BLDG
Close - Safety
Window guard broken/missing
Aug 22, 2017 · Apt 2A
Close - Electric
Wiring
Aug 22, 2017 · Apt 2A
Close - Unsanitary condition
Sewage
Jun 20, 2017 · Apt 1C
Close - Unsanitary condition
Sewage
Jun 20, 2017 · Apt 1C
Close - Door/window
Door
Apr 10, 2017 · Apt 2A
Close - Door/window
Door
Apr 7, 2017 · Apt 2A
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Mar 11, 2017 · Apt 2C
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Elevator apartment building (D1)
- Year built
- 1931
- Floors
- 5
- Residential units
- 18
- Building area
- 12,850 ft²
- Lot area
- 6,425 ft²
- Zoning
- R6B
- Community board
- 301
- Council district
- 33
- Block / lot
- 2683 / 12
- Assessed value
- $2,138,850
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #387259, last renewed Sep 13, 2025.
Questions about 45 Newel Street
Who owns 45 Newel Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 45 Newell LLC.
Does 45 Newel Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 53 housing violations at this property.
Is 45 Newel Street rent stabilized?
NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 18 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 100% of its 18 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.
When was 45 Newel Street built?
City records list 1931 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 45 Newel Street?
It has 18 residential units.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.