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256 Melrose Street

Brooklyn, NY 11206BBL 3-03164-0017Map

Owner of record: Melrose Estates LLC

256 Melrose Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1931 in Brooklyn, 11206. It has 6 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is Melrose Estates LLC. HPD has recorded 84 housing violations here, most recently on May 14, 2026. 16 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
84
DOB violations
27
ECB violations
1
HPD complaints
56

What to know

Concern
2 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation May 14, 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 · 84

  • C

    Abate the nuisance consisting of evidence of rats and all underlying causes creating the pest infestations, by using integrated pest management (ipm), eliminate all burrow entry and passageways, pest nests, holes, gaps or cracks in walls, ceilings, floors, fixing leaks and managing garbage in public areas. evidence found at throughout yard

    May 14, 2026

    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.

    May 5, 2026

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

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

    Mar 14, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

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

    Mar 14, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

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

    Mar 14, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 sq.ft at ceiling at public hall, 3rd story

    Mar 14, 2025

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 sq.ft at ceiling at public hall, 3rd story original violation 17757469 issued 14-mar-25 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code §27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).

    Mar 14, 2025

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • 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 25, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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

    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.

    Nov 17, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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  • 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

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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

    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.

    Mar 1, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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

    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.

    Apr 12, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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 frame missing at public hall, 1st story

    Nov 10, 2018

    Open — Invalid certification
  • 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. at public hall, 1st story

    Nov 10, 2018

    Open — Invalid certification
  • A

    Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box sign missing at public hall, 1st story

    Nov 10, 2018

    Open — Invalid certification
  • C

    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 sign missing at public hall, 1st story

    Nov 10, 2018

    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. at public hall, 1st story

    Nov 10, 2018

    Open — Invalid certification
  • 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. at public hall, 1st story

    Nov 10, 2018

    Open — Invalid certification
  • 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 at public hall, 1st story

    Nov 10, 2018

    Open — Invalid certification
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 1r, 1st story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Mar 1, 2018 · Apt 1R

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the 3rd room from north located at apt 1r, 1st story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Mar 1, 2018 · Apt 1R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling and all walls in the 3rd room from north located at apt 1r, 1st story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Mar 1, 2018 · Apt 1R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation radiator in the 3rd room from north located at apt 1r, 1st story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Mar 1, 2018 · Apt 1R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation steam riser in the 3rd room from north located at apt 1r, 1st story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Mar 1, 2018 · Apt 1R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. located at apt 1r, 1st story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Mar 1, 2018 · Apt 1R

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

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

    Mar 1, 2018 · Apt 1R

    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.

    Nov 10, 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
  • 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.

    Feb 23, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color all walls in the foyer located at apt 1l, 1st story

    Jul 2, 2005 · Apt 1L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling in the foyer located at apt 1l, 1st story

    Jul 2, 2005 · Apt 1L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Replace with new the broken or defective door in the entrance located at apt 1l, 1st story

    Jul 2, 2005 · Apt 1L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color all walls in the kitchen located at apt 1l, 1st story

    Jul 2, 2005 · Apt 1L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling in the 5th room from north located at apt 1l, 1st story

    Jul 2, 2005 · Apt 1L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling in the 5th bedroom from north located at apt 1l, 1st story

    Jul 2, 2005 · Apt 1L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling and all walls in the 2nd room from north located at apt 1l, 1st story

    Jul 2, 2005 · Apt 1L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice in the entire apartment located at apt 1l, 1st story

    Jul 2, 2005 · Apt 1L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 1l, 1st story

    Jul 2, 2005 · Apt 1L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Replace with new the missing ceiling light fixture in the 4th room from north located at apt 1l, 1st story

    Jul 2, 2005 · Apt 1L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Provide adequate lighting at or near the outside of the front entranceway of the building and keep same burning from sunset every day to sunrise on the day following 200 watts minimum required

    Aug 12, 1999

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the roof center.

    Jul 22, 1997

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Provide adequate light of not less than 60 watts incandescent or equivalent illumination rear yard.

    Jul 22, 1997

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Arrange and make self-closing the doors bulkhead roof.

    Jul 22, 1997

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tiles west wall vestibule 1st sty public hall.

    Jul 22, 1997

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of 4th sty public hall.

    Jul 22, 1997

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes 3rd sty rear balcony.

    Jul 22, 1997

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Arrange and make self-closing the doors boiler room cellar.

    Jul 22, 1997

    Closed — Violation dismissed

DOB building violations · 27

  • 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
  • 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 6, 2006

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 13, 2004

    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 7, 2000

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Sep 16, 1997

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 10, 1997

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jun 1, 1994

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • 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 - dismissed

ECB violations · 1

  • Class - 2

    B265/as per class 2(265)28-303.7 failure to file a compelete boiler inspection report as per dob records.submit a current b0-9 report.

    Apr 21, 2017 · Penalty $2,500

    Active

Complaints

  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Apr 9, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Jan 19, 2026 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Water leak

    Damp spot

    Feb 3, 2025 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Feb 3, 2025 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Feb 3, 2025 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Feb 3, 2025 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 23, 2024 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    May 25, 2022 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Apr 27, 2022 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Dec 15, 2021 · Apt BLDG

    Close
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  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 28, 2018 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 28, 2018 · Apt 2L

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Nov 2, 2018 · Apt 2L

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Nov 2, 2018 · Apt 2L

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window pane

    Nov 2, 2018 · Apt 2L

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Oct 19, 2018 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Boiler

    Oct 19, 2018 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Aug 22, 2018 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • General

    Ventilation system

    Jul 18, 2018 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Safety

    Carbon monoxide detector

    Jul 18, 2018 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Safety

    Smoke detector

    Jul 18, 2018 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Safety

    Window guard broken/missing

    Jul 18, 2018 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jul 18, 2018 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Jul 18, 2018 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Feb 10, 2018 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 5, 2018 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Dec 15, 2017 · Apt 1FL

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 15, 2017 · Apt 1FL

    Close
  • Electric

    Bell-buzzer/intercom

    Apr 21, 2011 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Apr 21, 2011 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Apr 21, 2011 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Apr 21, 2011 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Electric

    Bell-buzzer/intercom

    Apr 21, 2011 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • General

    Stairs

    Apr 21, 2011 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • General

    Stairs

    Apr 21, 2011 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Apr 21, 2011 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Apr 21, 2011 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Apr 21, 2011 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • General

    Locks

    Feb 26, 2011 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • General

    Doors

    Feb 26, 2011 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Apr 2, 2008 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Apr 1, 2008 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Mar 6, 2008 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • General

    Doors

    Jun 28, 2005 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • General

    Doors

    Jun 28, 2005 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Jun 27, 2005 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jun 27, 2005 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jun 27, 2005 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jun 27, 2005 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jun 27, 2005 · Apt 1L

    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 (C2)
Year built
1931
Floors
3
Residential units
6
Building area
5,355 ft²
Lot area
2,625 ft²
Zoning
R6
Community board
304
Council district
34
Block / lot
3164 / 17
Assessed value
$589,500
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #331795, last renewed Sep 11, 2025.

Questions about 256 Melrose Street

Who owns 256 Melrose Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Melrose Estates LLC.

Does 256 Melrose Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 84 housing violations at this property.

Is 256 Melrose 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 256 Melrose Street built?

City records list 1931 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 256 Melrose Street?

It has 6 residential units.

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