15 Humboldt Street
Brooklyn, NY 11206BBL 3-03127-0024Map
Owner of record: Humboldt Estate LLC
15 Humboldt Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1931 in Brooklyn, 11206. It has 8 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is Humboldt Estate LLC. HPD has recorded 85 housing violations here, most recently on May 5, 2026. 20 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.
- HPD violations
- 85
- DOB violations
- 22
- ECB violations
- 22
- HPD complaints
- 430
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
No rent-stabilized units in 2018–2024 tax bills
Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 85
- 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
Open — Nov sent out - 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.
Nov 18, 2025
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.
Jun 10, 2025
Open — Nov sent out - 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.
Nov 25, 2024
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 10, 2024
Open — Nov sent out - 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.
Nov 17, 2023
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.
Mar 23, 2023
Open — Nov sent out - 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.
Nov 7, 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
Open — Nov sent out - 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.
Feb 25, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed
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- 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
Open — Nov sent out - 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 - 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 - BHazardous
Remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the yard at building front
Oct 24, 2017
Open — Nov sent out - 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 at public hall, 1st story
Oct 24, 2017
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the building front yard
Oct 13, 2017
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of remove garbage cans osbtructed egress fire escape drop ladder
Oct 13, 2017
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the east yard
Sep 29, 2017
Open — Nov sent out - 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.
Nov 9, 2016
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 9, 2015
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.
Feb 23, 2015
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Properly secure the loose ac units installed at roof.
May 28, 2014
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide hand railing above the stairs from cellar to 1st story public hall stairs.
May 28, 2014
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Arrange and make self-closing the doors at entrance located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 28, 2014 · Apt 2B
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Remove all encumbrances consisting of disused wood frame and bicycle at public hall, 1st story
May 28, 2014
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Remove all encumbrances consisting of bicycle at public hall stairs, 4th story
May 28, 2014
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly secure the loose tile board at east and north wall in the bathroom located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 28, 2013 · Apt 3R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the kitchen located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 28, 2013 · Apt 3R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling in the 1st room from east located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 28, 2013 · Apt 3R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Replace the broken or defective shut off valve at water feed to water closet in the bathroom located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 15, 2013 · Apt 3R
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Repair the flushing apparatus and maintain same so as to flush effectively the water closet ..... in the bathroom located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 15, 2013 · Apt 3R
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Reset, so as to secure a proper and tight connection, the water closet bowl .... in the bathroom located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 15, 2013 · Apt 3R
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Reset, so as to secure a proper and tight connection, the water closet bowl .... in the bathroom located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Feb 26, 2013 · Apt 3R
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Feb 26, 2013 · Apt 3R
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector defective located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Feb 26, 2013 · Apt 3R
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective counterbalnace at lower window sash at north wall in the kitchen located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Feb 26, 2013 · Apt 3R
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide adequate supply of hot water for the fixtures .... in the entire apartment located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jan 20, 2013 · Apt 3R
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system door at boiler room
Nov 21, 2012
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 3r, 3rd story
Nov 21, 2012 · Apt 3R
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of heat for the apartment in the entire apartment located at apt 3r, 3rd story
Nov 21, 2012 · Apt 3R
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide adequate supply of hot water for the fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Oct 10, 2012 · Apt 1R
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. located at apt 3r, 3rd story, apartment at north
Sep 16, 2011 · Apt 3R
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures gas range in the kitchen located at apt 3r, 3rd story, apartment at north
Sep 16, 2011 · Apt 3R
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of no electric supply in the entire apartment located at apt 3r, 3rd story, apartment at south
Sep 16, 2011 · Apt 3R
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing located at apt 3r, 3rd story, apartment at north
Sep 16, 2011 · Apt 3R
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide adequate supply of cold water for the fixtures kitchen and bathroom in the entire apartment located at apt 3r, 3rd story, apartment at north
Sep 16, 2011 · Apt 3R
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide adequate supply of hot water for the fixtures kitchen and bathroom in the entire apartment located at apt 3r, 3rd story, apartment at north
Sep 16, 2011 · Apt 3R
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Reset, so as to secure a proper and tight connection, the water closet bowl ., in the bathroom located at apt 3r, 3rd story
Dec 30, 2010 · Apt 3R
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all walls and ceiling in the entire apartment located at apt 3r, 3rd story
Dec 30, 2010 · Apt 3R
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective sink/base cabinet in the kitchen located at apt 3r, 3rd story
Dec 30, 2010 · Apt 3R
Closed — Violation closed
DOB building violations · 22
- 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
Aug 27, 2014
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2012 inspection report
May 15, 2014
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2011 inspection report
Mar 1, 2013
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 - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Lblvio-low pressure boiler boiler required
Dec 31, 2009
Dob violation - active - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 1, 2009
Dob violation - active - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 3, 2008
Dob violation - active - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 19, 2007
Dob violation - active - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 6, 2006
Dob violation - active
ECB violations · 22
- Class - 1
Removed or displaced a written posted vacate order. noted at time of inspection vacate order #b251/23 issued 07/05/2023 had been removed from premises front entry door. remedy: comply with code.
Aug 2, 2024 · Penalty $12,500
Active - Class - 2
Failure to comply with the commissioner's order to file a certificate of correction with the dept. of buildings per violating conditions cited in nov #35673153p issued 07/05/2023. remedy: file a certificate of
Aug 2, 2024 · Penalty $6,250
Active - Class - 2
Failure to comply with the commissioner's order to file a certificate of correction with the dept. of buildings per violating conditions cited in nov #35673154r issued 07/05/2023. remedy: file a certificate of
Aug 2, 2024 · Penalty $6,250
Active - Class - 2
Failure to comply with the commissioner's order to file a certificate of correction with the dept. of buildings per violating conditions cited in nov #35673155z issued 07/05/2023. remedy: file a certificate of
Aug 2, 2024 · Penalty $6,250
Active - Class - 2
Failure to comply with the commissioner's order to file a certificate of correction with the dept. of buildings per violating conditions cited in nov #35673156k issued 07/05/2023. remedy: file a certificate of
Aug 2, 2024 · Penalty $6,250
Active - Class - 2
Failure to comply with the commissioner's order to file a certificate of correction with the dept. of buildings per violating conditions cited in nov #35673157m issued 07/05/2023. remedy: file a certificate of
Aug 2, 2024 · Penalty $6,250
Active - Class - 2
Failure to comply with the commissioner's order to file a certificate of correction with the dept. of buildings per violating conditions cited in nov #35673158y issued 07/05/2023. remedy: file a certificate of
Aug 2, 2024 · Penalty $6,250
Active - Class - 1
Work without a permit.work noted at apt 1r cellar. erected full height partitions to create 1 bedroom and 3pcs bathroom. installed plumbing waste and water lines for 3 pcs bathroom. installed electrical wiring
Jul 5, 2023 · Penalty $12,500
Active - Class - 1
Permanent dwelling used/converted for other than permanent residential purposes. dob records indicates premises to be legally approved as a class "a" multiple dwelling. now apt 1r and 4f are used/converted to t
Jul 5, 2023 · Penalty $70,000
Active - Class - 1
Failure to provide a system of automatic sprinklers where required as per bc903.2 and 27-954 for transient use at apts 1r and 4f. remedy: discontinue illegal occupancy.
Jul 5, 2023 · Penalty $6,250
Active
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- Class - 1
Failure to provide the required number of means of egress for every floor as per bc1021.1 (2014) and 27-366 per transient use at apts 1r and 4f. remedy: discontinue illegal occupancy
Jul 5, 2023 · Penalty $12,500
Active - Class - 1
Bc 907.28 failure to provide the required class "j" fire alarm system for transient use of apts 1r and 4f. remedy: discontinue illegal occupancy
Jul 5, 2023 · Penalty $12,500
Active - Class - 1
Occupancy contrary to that allowed by dob records. illegal occupancy noted at cellar of apt 1r, converted/occupied as sleeping quarter with bedroom and 3 pcs bathroom. (toilet, sink, and standing shower) remedy
Jul 5, 2023 · Penalty $12,500
Active - Class - 2
B265 as per class 2 (b265) 28-303.7 failure to file a compelte boilerinspection report as per dob records. submit a current b09 report.
Apr 18, 2017 · Penalty $2,500
Active - Class - 2
28-116.1,miscellaneous violations-right of entry according to nyc bldgcode it shall be the duty of permit holder/owner to keep the work accessible for insp purposed.noted;there is a valid permit #320211686 post
Oct 17, 2014 · Penalty $4,000
Active - Class - 2
Unapproved/unsafe/unsuitable electrical equipment devices apparatus appliances materials or wiring in use.romex run outdoor from front window to rear window apt.3f.rem:comply with ec code
May 28, 2014 · Penalty $400
Active - Class - 1
Fail to maintain bldg in a code complaint manner:lack of a system of automatic spriklers where required per bc 903.2;27-954.@ time of insp iobserv 2 gas fired dryers installed in cellar w/no sprinkler system.as
May 28, 2014 · Penalty $1,000
Active - Class - 2
Fail to maintain bldg in code complaint manner re:installation/maintenance of plumbing materials/equip per pc102.3;27-902.@ time of insp i observ 2 commercial gas dryers installed in cellar w/flexable gas conne
May 28, 2014 · Penalty $500
Active - Class - 2
Work does not conform to approved cons docs & or approved ammends.@ time of insp observed @ exp1&3 installation of(2)new fire escapes.approved plan indicates only 1 fire escape @ rear side exp#3 to remain as ex
May 28, 2014
Resolve - Class - 1
Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the dob records noted:dob,indicated 1st fl to be occupied as a 1 class a apts.@ time of insp observed @ apt(1r)@ 1st fl & cellar level to be use as sleeping quarters with 9
May 28, 2014 · Penalty $2,430
Active - Class - 1
Failure to maintain building wall or appurtenances. note: decorative brownstone lintel over the front entry door is(deterging) with loose & missing sections. the lintel over the south corner,front 3ed flr windo
May 30, 2009
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain bldg wall or appurtenances - hazardous.noted:at the front of the bldg exp 1-the limestone sill above the front door entrance is defected,broke w/cracks & loose pieces.that putting in danger
Oct 21, 2008
Resolve
Complaints
- Unsanitary condition
Mold
Sep 25, 2017 · Apt 2F
Close - Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
Sep 25, 2017 · Apt BLDG
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Sep 25, 2017 · Apt 2F
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Mar 2, 2015 · Apt 2F
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 17, 2014 · Apt 3L
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 16, 2014 · Apt 3R
Close - General
Mold
Sep 10, 2013 · Apt 2B
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Sep 10, 2013 · Apt 2B
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Sep 10, 2013 · Apt 2B
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Aug 13, 2013 · Apt 2B
Close
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- General
Ceramic-tile
May 24, 2013 · Apt 3R
Close - General
Floor
May 24, 2013 · Apt 3R
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
May 24, 2013 · Apt 3R
Close - General
Locks
Apr 19, 2013 · Apt 3R
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Apr 19, 2013 · Apt 3R
Close - General
Doors
Apr 19, 2013 · Apt 3R
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Apr 19, 2013 · Apt 3R
Close - General
Floor
Apr 19, 2013 · Apt 3R
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Apr 19, 2013 · Apt 3R
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Feb 21, 2013 · Apt 3R
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Feb 21, 2013 · Apt 3R
Close - General
Cabinet
Feb 21, 2013 · Apt 3R
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Feb 21, 2013 · Apt 3R
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Feb 21, 2013 · Apt 3R
Close - General
Windows
Feb 21, 2013 · Apt 3R
Close - General
Cabinet
Feb 21, 2013 · Apt 3R
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Feb 21, 2013 · Apt 3R
Close - General
Windows
Feb 21, 2013 · Apt 3R
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 22, 2013 · Apt 3R
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 21, 2013 · Apt 3R
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 17, 2013 · Apt 3R
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 13, 2013 · Apt 3R
Close - Heating
Heat related
Nov 18, 2012 · Apt 3R
Close - Heating
Heat related
Nov 7, 2012 · Apt 3R
Close - Heating
Heat related
Nov 7, 2012 · Apt 3R
Close - Heating
Heat related
Nov 7, 2012 · Apt 3R
Close - Heating
Heat related
Oct 5, 2012 · Apt 1R
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Sep 15, 2012 · Apt 2B
Close - General
Cooking gas
Sep 15, 2012 · Apt 2B
Close - Heating
Heat related
Sep 14, 2012 · Apt 4B
Close - Electric
Electric-supply
Feb 24, 2012 · Apt 1L
Close - Electric
Electric-supply
Feb 24, 2012 · Apt 1L
Close - General
Windows
Feb 24, 2012 · Apt 1L
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Feb 24, 2012 · Apt 1L
Close - Nonconst
Rubbish
Feb 8, 2012 · Apt 3R
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Feb 8, 2012 · Apt 3R
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Feb 8, 2012 · Apt 3R
Close - Electric
Electric-supply
Feb 8, 2012 · Apt 3R
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Jan 20, 2012 · Apt 2B
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Jan 4, 2012 · Apt 3R
Close
Sales history
| Date | Price | Type | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 30, 2025 | $950,000 | Rentals - walkup apartments | 8 |
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C1)
- Year built
- 1931
- Floors
- 4
- Residential units
- 8
- Building area
- 6,500 ft²
- Lot area
- 2,500 ft²
- Zoning
- C4-3
- Community board
- 301
- Council district
- 34
- Block / lot
- 3127 / 24
- Assessed value
- $756,000
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #314618, last renewed Mar 7, 2023.
Questions about 15 Humboldt Street
Who owns 15 Humboldt Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Humboldt Estate LLC.
Does 15 Humboldt Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 85 housing violations at this property.
Is 15 Humboldt 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 15 Humboldt Street built?
City records list 1931 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 15 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.