163 Humboldt Street
Brooklyn, NY 11206BBL 3-03062-0025Map
Owner of record: 325 Melrose LLC
163 Humboldt Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1920 in Brooklyn, 11206. It has 8 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is 325 Melrose LLC. HPD has recorded 136 housing violations here, most recently on June 30, 2026. 8 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 1 rent-stabilized apartment here in 2024.
- HPD violations
- 136
- DOB violations
- 16
- ECB violations
- 16
- HPD complaints
- 245
What to know
Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.
Date of the most recent HPD inspection that found a problem.
No balance due on recent ECB violations.
Rent stabilization
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Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 136
- BHazardous
And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes flower pots at balcony at fire escape at east , 3rd story
Jun 30, 2026
Open — False certification - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective vinyl siding at building front
Jun 6, 2026
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jun 6, 2026 · Apt 3L
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective rubber gasket at refrigerator lower door in the kitchen located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jun 6, 2026 · Apt 3L
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the kitchen located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jun 6, 2026 · Apt 3L
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes flower pots at 3rd story balcony at fire escape at east
Jun 6, 2026
Open — False certification - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective door at vestibule , 1st story
Jun 6, 2026
Open — Nov sent out - 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.
May 5, 2026
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes flower pots at 3rd story balcony at building front at fire escape, 3rd story
Jul 4, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes flower pots at 3rd story balcony at fire escape at east
Jun 5, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed
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- CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective vestibule door , 1st story
Jun 5, 2024
Open — Not complied with - CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of key operated lock at door to fire escape window in the 5th room from east located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Jun 5, 2024 · Apt 2R
Open — Invalid certification - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at west wall over the window in the 5th room from east located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Jun 5, 2024 · Apt 2R
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Jun 5, 2024 · Apt 2R
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Jun 5, 2024 · Apt 2R
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of key operated lock at door to fire escape window in the 5th room from east located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Dec 1, 2023 · Apt 2R
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective glass pane at upper sash at west 2 window in the 5th room from east located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Dec 1, 2023 · Apt 2R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Dec 1, 2023 · Apt 2R
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Dec 1, 2023 · Apt 2R
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective door frame at vestibule door at public hall, 1st story
Nov 20, 2023
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 2r, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Apr 5, 2023 · Apt 2R
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Provide adequate supply of cold water for the fixtures at wash basin in the bathroom located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Apr 5, 2023 · Apt 2R
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective glass at upper window sash in the 1st room from north at east located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Apr 5, 2023 · Apt 2R
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Remove the illegal fastening consisting of key-operated lockset at door leading to fire escape window in the 1st room from north at east located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Apr 5, 2023 · Apt 2R
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of hot water exceeding maximum allowable temperature of 130 degrees in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Apr 5, 2023 · Apt 2R
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective connection wasteline at wash basin in the bathroom located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Apr 5, 2023 · Apt 2R
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Apr 5, 2023 · Apt 2R
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Provide adequate supply of hot water for the fixtures at sink in the kitchen located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Apr 5, 2023 · Apt 2R
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at recess at window (2nd from north at west) in the 1st room from north at west located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Apr 5, 2023 · Apt 2R
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the recess at window (2nd from north at west) in the 1st room from north at west located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Apr 5, 2023 · Apt 2R
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective mechanical vent at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Apr 5, 2023 · Apt 2R
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes consisting of household items and flower pots on 3rd story balcony, fire escape stack at building front
Mar 6, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - 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.
Mar 6, 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.
Feb 25, 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 9, 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.
Apr 9, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective heavy duty mechanical lockset at building entrance door from street. , 1st story
Aug 30, 2020
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Arrange and make self-closing the doors at building vestibule
Mar 5, 2020
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes consisting of house hold items at 3rd story balcony, building front
Mar 5, 2020
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 30, 2019
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardnat material at ceiling at public hall, 4th story
May 31, 2019
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective locking assembley at building entrance door , 1st story
May 31, 2019
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ashphalt shingls at 3rd and 4th stories at building front exterior wall
May 31, 2019
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling at public hall, 4th story
May 31, 2019
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective located at apt 4l, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west
May 24, 2019 · Apt 4L
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing located at apt 4l, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west
May 24, 2019 · Apt 4L
Closed — Violation closed - 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 18, 2018
Closed — Violation dismissed - 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
Sep 13, 2017
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic wall tiles in the vestibule at public hall, 1st story
Sep 13, 2017
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective lock on building entrance door
Sep 13, 2017
Closed — Violation closed
DOB building violations · 16
- Construction other optional
Ftc w/commissioner's order control#348103 vio#021826pi30101sb dated 02/18/26 requiring owner to provide a corrective action plan by 3/18/26. as of 3/30/26 the req'd cap was not rec'd. immed comply with commissioner's order control#348103 vio#021826pi30101sb
Mar 30, 2026
Dob violation - active - Construction other optional
Corrective action plan req'd-at exp1 obsvd hanging/loose/missing asbestos cement siding at multiple locations. owner to immed retain reg design prof to eval the entire bldg and to submit corrective action plan by 03/18/2026
Feb 18, 2026
Dob violation - active - 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 - 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 3, 2008
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
Ar rear of bldg. (west side) 1st. fl. of ext. frame wall (appx. 10' x 25') is bulging out appx. 5" and visible structural wood members( upri ghts) are totted and decaying. current permit 302249403 for interior renov. only. (current swo not lifted. remedy: make necessary repairs and provide appvd plns for repair prov. dob w/eng. report on struct
Sep 25, 2007
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Sep 19, 2007
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 19, 2007
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 6, 2006
Dob violation - dismissed
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- Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 31, 2005
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 13, 2004
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 19, 2003
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 26, 2002
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 16, 1999
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Aug 16, 1993
Dob violation - active
ECB violations · 16
- Class - 1
Failure to comply with the commissioner's order 033026pi301-02tc and control #348489 dated 03/30/26. no compliance on file for corrective action plan. remedy: comply with the commissioner's order.
May 29, 2026 · Penalty $25,000
Active - Class - 1
Work w/o a permit. work noted at apt 1l erected full height partitionscreating an additional bedroom w/no ventilation at apt 1r cut out opening in flr, installed stairs to cellar, at cellar installed water and
Apr 30, 2010
Resolve - Class - 1
Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the c/o or dob records. dob records indicate premises to be a (8) family, 2 apt per flr, cellar boiler/storage. now at apt 1r cellar converted to be in conjunction use w/1
Apr 30, 2010 · Penalty $2,400
Resolve - Class - 1
Gas being supplied to building w/o inspections & certification by d.o.b. observed in cell installed 10 meters;gas supplied to apts fixtures w/o completed gas inspections gas finish & gas authorization(no record
Nov 25, 2009
Resolve - Class - 2
Work does not conform to approved construction documents &/or approvedamendments observe in cell installed 10 gas meters. work done contraryto approved plumbing permit #302249403 for 8 meters. installed new gas
Nov 25, 2009 · Penalty $250
Resolve - Class - 2
Work does not conform to approved construction documents. noted: at 1st flr - lot line window not installed in apt #1l (stor. rm), concrete stair at rear leading down to cellar, at cellar - 1 hr fire rated wall
Jun 3, 2009
Resolve - Class - 2
Altered bldg occupied w/o a valid c/o. noted: renovated bldg under appl #302249403 now occupied w/o obtaining required dob c/o sign off. remedy: obtain valid c/o or discontinue illegal occupancy.
Jun 3, 2009
Resolve - Class - 1
Gas being supplied to bldg w/o inspection and cert by dob hazardous. observed and photographed the installation of 10 gas meters of which two are not authorized or inspection by dob. remedy: file for required
Oct 14, 2008
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain building walls or appurtenances. note: asbestos (tiles on the #1,2 & 4 facades are missing,broken & hanging tiles observed. remedy: repair/maintain exterior building walls.
Oct 11, 2008 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 1
Work w/o permit. note: excavated to depth of approximately 8' & erected a concrete retaining wall along with a concrete stairway leading to the cellar. also cut the foundation wall & installed a residential typ
Oct 11, 2008
Resolve
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- Hazardous
Failure to provide at least 2 means of egress from apt. note: south side ground flr apt has no secondary means of egress as a concreted stairway to the cellar has now been erected under the rear windows and doo
Apr 15, 2008 · Penalty $1,200
Resolve - Hazardous
Failure to maintain exterior building wall. note: asbestos tiles at the front and south side of the building are coming loose with missing, broken and hanging pieces (tiles) which presents a hazardous condition
Apr 15, 2008 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Hazardous
Failure to maintain building. defects noted: wood structure approx. 25'l x 12'h constructed of wood frame and planks erected at rear of building looks unstable in danger of collapse. remedy: maintain building.
Mar 19, 2008 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Failure to maintain exterior bldg wall hazardous.noted: 1) at 1st fl rear sheething & siding missing exposing structural members to elements2) load bearing column rotted at base next to rear door remedy:make
Nov 27, 2007 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Hazardous
Failure to provide at least two means of egress haz.noted:stop all work at ground fl rear excavation outside of rear door prevents safe egress from ground fl apt remedy:make safe immediately provide proper egre
Nov 27, 2007 · Penalty $480
Resolve - Hazardous
Failure to maintain building. hazardous defects are: at 1st floor bathroom apt. 1r &1l ceiling are falling & balance of bathroom ceiling is in iminent danger of collapse due to water leaks. at apt 1l bath tub i
Jun 6, 1997 · Penalty $800
Resolve
Complaints
- Appliance
Refrigerator
Jul 3, 2026 · Apt 3L
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jun 23, 2026 · Apt 1R
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Jun 4, 2026 · Apt 3L
Close - Appliance
Refrigerator
Jun 4, 2026 · Apt 3L
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Jun 4, 2026 · Apt 3L
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jun 4, 2026 · Apt 3L
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Jun 4, 2026 · Apt 3L
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Mar 4, 2026 · Apt 4L
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Mar 4, 2026 · Apt 4L
Close - Water leak
Damp spot
Mar 4, 2026 · Apt 4L
Close
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- Water leak
Slow leak
Dec 19, 2025 · Apt 4L
Close - Water leak
Damp spot
Dec 19, 2025 · Apt 4L
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Dec 17, 2025 · Apt 2R
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Nov 26, 2025 · Apt 2R
Close - Water leak
Damp spot
Nov 26, 2025 · Apt 2R
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Nov 24, 2025 · Apt 2R
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Nov 7, 2025 · Apt 2R
Close - Water leak
Heavy flow
Jun 7, 2025 · Apt 1R
Close - Door/window
Door frame
Jun 7, 2025 · Apt 1R
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Dec 1, 2023 · Apt 3L
Close - Door/window
Window pane
Nov 29, 2023 · Apt 2R
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Nov 29, 2023 · Apt 2R
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Nov 19, 2023 · Apt 2R
Close - Safety
Smoke detector
Apr 2, 2023 · Apt 2R
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Apr 2, 2023 · Apt 2R
Close - Door/window
Window pane
Apr 2, 2023 · Apt 2R
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Apr 2, 2023 · Apt 2R
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Apr 2, 2023 · Apt 2R
Close - General
Ventilation system
Apr 2, 2023 · Apt 2R
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Apr 2, 2023 · Apt 2R
Close - Water leak
Heavy flow
Apr 19, 2022 · Apt 1R
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Apr 19, 2022 · Apt 1R
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Mar 3, 2022 · Apt 1R
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Mar 3, 2022 · Apt 1R
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Mar 3, 2022 · Apt 1R
Close - Water leak
Heavy flow
Jan 24, 2022 · Apt 1R
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Jan 24, 2022 · Apt 1R
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 24, 2022 · Apt 1R
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Jan 24, 2022 · Apt 1R
Close - Water leak
Damp spot
Aug 25, 2020 · Apt 3L
Close - Electric
Wiring
Aug 25, 2020 · Apt 3L
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Aug 25, 2020 · Apt 3L
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Aug 25, 2020 · Apt 3L
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Aug 25, 2020 · Apt 3L
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Aug 25, 2020 · Apt 3L
Close - Water leak
Heavy flow
Sep 8, 2017 · Apt 1R
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Sep 8, 2017 · Apt 1R
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Apr 18, 2017 · Apt 4R
Close - Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
Apr 11, 2017 · Apt 3R
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Apr 11, 2017 · Apt 3R
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C1)
- Year built
- 1920
- Floors
- 4
- Residential units
- 8
- Building area
- 6,500 ft²
- Lot area
- 2,500 ft²
- Zoning
- R6
- Community board
- 301
- Council district
- 34
- Block / lot
- 3062 / 25
- Assessed value
- $902,700
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #317305, last renewed Oct 10, 2025.
Questions about 163 Humboldt Street
Who owns 163 Humboldt Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 325 Melrose LLC.
Does 163 Humboldt Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 136 housing violations at this property.
Is 163 Humboldt Street rent stabilized?
NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 1 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 13% of its 8 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.
When was 163 Humboldt Street built?
City records list 1920 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 163 Humboldt Street?
It has 8 residential units.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.