217 Knickerbocker Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11237BBL 3-03187-0008Map

217 Knickerbocker Avenue is a mixed residential and retail building built in 1931 in Brooklyn, 11237. It has 4 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is Lik Tin Century INC. HPD has recorded 44 housing violations here, most recently on May 5, 2026. 19 of the 44 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations: 44
DOB violations: 8
ECB violations: 0
HPD complaints: 106

What to know

Concern

3 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good

Last violation May 5, 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 · 44

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 20, 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
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
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.
Nov 22, 2023
Closed — Violation dismissed
CImmediately hazardous
Correct failure to notify occupants and/or to investigate lead-based paint hazards.
Sep 8, 2021
Open — Nov sent out
CImmediately hazardous
Correct failure to provide to the department within 45 days of demand all records required to be maintained by owner pursuant to local law 1 of 2004 related to lead-based paint notices, inspections and remediation/abatement activities.
Jul 1, 2021 · Apt 3R
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.
Oct 30, 2019
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
CImmediately hazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the nuisance consisting of mold ... 35 sq ft. at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2fl, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Aug 5, 2014 · Apt 2FL
Closed — Violation closed

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BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the 1st room from north at west located at apt 2fl, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Aug 5, 2014 · Apt 2FL
Open — Nov sent out
BHazardous
Discontinue unlawful cooking space or file plans and application with this department to legalize same, if lawfully feasible, , located at apt 2fl, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Aug 5, 2014 · Apt 2FL
Closed — Violation closed
BHazardous
Discontinue use of rooms for living, disconnect plumbing fixtures and properly seal pipe connections , located at apt 2fl, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Aug 5, 2014 · Apt 2FL
Closed — Violation closed
BHazardous
§ 300, 301, 302, m/d law file plans and obtain a certificate of occupancy to legalize the following alteration or restore premises to prior legal condition east one apartment at second floor two story building at 274 troutman street located at apt 2fl, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Aug 5, 2014 · Apt 2FL
Closed — Violation closed
BHazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of uncaped radiator shut-off valve at east wall in the kitchen located at apt 2fl, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Aug 5, 2014 · Apt 2FL
Open — Nov sent out
CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of disconnected & free standing radiator at east wall in the kitchen located at apt 2fl, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Aug 5, 2014 · Apt 2FL
Closed — Violation closed
BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector defective located at apt 2fl, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Aug 5, 2014 · Apt 2FL
Open — Nov sent out
CImmediately hazardous
Install the missing or repair/replace the defective window guard(s) in accordance with the specifications of the new york city health code section 24 rcny chapter 12. wg to install = 4; wg to replace = 0; wg to repair = 0; located at apt 2fl, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Aug 5, 2014 · Apt 2FL
Open — Nov sent out
CImmediately hazardous
Install the missing or repair/replace the defective window guard(s) in accordance with the specifications of the new york city health code section 24 rcny chapter 12. wg to install = 6; wg to replace = 0; wg to repair = 0; located at apt 2fl, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Aug 5, 2014 · Apt 2FL
Closed — Violation closed
BHazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of uncaped radiator shut-off valve at west wall located at apt 2fl, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Aug 5, 2014 · Apt 2FL
Open — Nov sent out
CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of disconnected & free standing radiator at west wall located at apt 2fl, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Aug 5, 2014 · Apt 2FL
Closed — Violation closed
ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department north wall & west two window frame located at apt 2fl, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Aug 5, 2014 · Apt 2FL
Open — Nov sent out
BHazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective ceramic tiles at east & west walls in the bathroom located at apt 2fl, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Aug 5, 2014 · Apt 2FL
Open — Nov sent out
BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling located at apt 2fl, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Aug 5, 2014 · Apt 2FL
Open — Nov sent out
BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing located at apt 2fl, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Aug 5, 2014 · Apt 2FL
Open — Nov sent out
BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector defective located at apt 2fl, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Aug 5, 2014 · Apt 2FL
Open — Nov sent out
BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing located at apt 2fl, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Aug 5, 2014 · Apt 2FL
Open — Nov sent out
BHazardous
Remove all encumbrances consisting of house hold items all stys at public hall
Jul 25, 2014
Open — Nov sent out
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
Jul 25, 2014
Open — Nov sent out
BHazardous
Provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations .... at public hall, 1st story
Jul 25, 2014
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
Jul 25, 2014
Closed — Violation closed
BHazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of uncapped steam line at public hall, 1st story
Jul 25, 2014
Open — Nov sent out
BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor at public hall, 2nd story
Jul 25, 2014
Closed — Violation closed
BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective mail boxes at the vestibule at public hall, 1st story
Jul 25, 2014
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 .... at public hall, 1st story
Jul 25, 2014
Closed — Violation closed
CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of free standing radiator at public hall, 3rd story
Jul 25, 2014
Closed — Violation closed
CImmediately hazardous
Replace with new the missing baluster at 2nd sty landing
Jul 25, 2014
Closed — Violation closed
BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective marble saddle at vestibule door at public hall, 1st story
Jul 25, 2014
Closed — Violation closed
BHazardous
Provide adequate light of not less than 60 watts incandescent or equivalent illumination .... at public hall, 1st story
Jul 25, 2014
Closed — Violation closed
BHazardous
Provide adequate light of not less than 60 watts incandescent or equivalent illumination .... at public hall, 2nd story
Jul 25, 2014
Closed — Violation closed
BHazardous
Remove the torn and/or loose floor covering ... at public hall, 2nd story
Jul 25, 2014
Closed — Violation closed
BHazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective glass at skylight over 3rd sty at public hall
Jul 25, 2014
Open — Nov sent out
BHazardous
Remove the illegal fastening double cylinder lock at metal gate at door in the entrance located at apt 3l, 3rd story, apartment at west
Mar 6, 2006 · Apt 3L
Closed — Violation closed
BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retarding material material at ceiling at public hall, 3rd story
Mar 6, 2006
Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 8

Immediate emergency anythingoptional
Seal all openings to secure the structure and prevent unauthorized entry
Apr 27, 2026
Dob violation - dismissed
Construction other optional
Structure rendered noncompliant. bldg sustained extensive fire damage consisting of charred wood joists, open ceiling, missing walls, window s, and smoke and water damage throughout structure must be maintained in a code-compliant manner
Apr 25, 2026
Dob violation - active
Construction other optional
Borough commissioner has ordered all work stopped under permit #b00928679-i1 on 10/22/25. intent to revoke approval and permit.contact borough commissioner office at (718) 802-3677
Jan 8, 2026
Dob violation - active
Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 31, 2005
Dob violation - active
Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 13, 2004
Dob violation - dismissed
Boiler boiler optional
B-boiler boiler optional
Nov 28, 1994
Vp-violation unserved ecb-active
Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jul 25, 1994
Dob violation - dismissed
Electric signs none
Es-electric signs none
Feb 10, 1992
Dob violation - active

ECB violations · 0

No ECB violations on record

Complaints

Unsanitary condition
Mold
Feb 4, 2026 · Apt FL2
Close
Water leak
Slow leak
Feb 4, 2026 · Apt FL2
Close
Safety
Window guard broken/missing
May 17, 2021 · Apt 3R
Close
Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Feb 3, 2015 · Apt 1FL
Close
Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 23, 2015 · Apt 1FLR
Close
Plumbing
Water supply
Jan 6, 2015 · Apt 1FLOOR
Close
Water leak
Slow leak
Aug 29, 2014 · Apt 2FL
Close
Water leak
Slow leak
Aug 29, 2014 · Apt 2FL
Close
Appliance
Electric/gas range
Aug 29, 2014 · Apt 2FL
Close
Safety
Carbon monoxide detector
Aug 29, 2014 · Apt 2FL
Close

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Paint/plaster
Wall
Aug 29, 2014 · Apt 2FL
Close
Plumbing
Radiator
Aug 29, 2014 · Apt 2FL
Close
Electric
Lighting
Aug 29, 2014 · Apt 2FL
Close
Electric
Lighting
Aug 29, 2014 · Apt 2FL
Close
Unsanitary condition
Mold
Aug 29, 2014 · Apt 2FL
Close
Door/window
Window frame
Aug 29, 2014 · Apt 2FL
Close
Plumbing
Radiator
Aug 29, 2014 · Apt 2FL
Close
Door/window
Window frame
Aug 29, 2014 · Apt 2FL
Close
Paint/plaster
Wall
Aug 15, 2014 · Apt 2FL
Close
Electric
Lighting
Aug 12, 2014 · Apt 2FL
Close
Paint/plaster
Wall
Aug 12, 2014 · Apt 2FL
Close
Paint/plaster
Wall
Aug 12, 2014 · Apt 2FL
Close
Unsanitary condition
Pests
Aug 12, 2014 · Apt 2FL
Close
Unsanitary condition
Pests
Aug 12, 2014 · Apt 2FL
Close
Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
Aug 12, 2014 · Apt 2FL
Close
Plumbing
Radiator
Aug 12, 2014 · Apt 2FL
Close
General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
Aug 12, 2014 · Apt 2FL
Close
Safety
Window guard broken/missing
Aug 12, 2014 · Apt 2FL
Close
Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Aug 1, 2014 · Apt 2FL
Close
Flooring/stairs
Floor
Aug 1, 2014 · Apt 2FL
Close
Paint/plaster
Wall
Aug 1, 2014 · Apt 2FL
Close
Paint/plaster
Wall
Aug 1, 2014 · Apt 2FL
Close
Appliance
Electric/gas range
Aug 1, 2014 · Apt 2FL
Close
Water leak
Slow leak
Aug 1, 2014 · Apt 2FL
Close
Unsanitary condition
Mold
Aug 1, 2014 · Apt 2FL
Close
Door/window
Door frame
Jul 23, 2014 · Apt 3L
Close
Electric
No lighting
Jul 23, 2014 · Apt 3L
Close
Paint/plaster
Wall
Jul 23, 2014 · Apt 3L
Close
Flooring/stairs
Floor
Jul 23, 2014 · Apt 3L
Close
Flooring/stairs
Stairs
Jul 23, 2014 · Apt 3L
Close
Plumbing
Radiator
Jul 23, 2014 · Apt 3L
Close
Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jul 23, 2014 · Apt 3L
Close
Outside building
Skylight
Jul 23, 2014 · Apt 3L
Close
Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
Jul 23, 2014 · Apt 3L
Close
General
Signage missing
Jul 23, 2014 · Apt 3L
Close
Electric
Lighting
Jul 23, 2014 · Apt 3L
Close
Door/window
Door
Jul 23, 2014 · Apt 3L
Close
Safety
Fire escape
Jul 23, 2014 · Apt 3L
Close
Safety
Window guard broken/missing
Jun 26, 2014 · Apt 3R
Close
Safety
Smoke detector
Jun 25, 2014 · Apt 3R
Close

Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

Sales come from the NYC Department of Finance rolling sales file.

Building details

Building type: Mixed residential and retail building (S9)
Year built: 1931
Floors: 3
Residential units: 4
Building area: 4,275 ft²
Lot area: 2,500 ft²
Zoning: R6
Community board: 304
Council district: 34
Block / lot: 3187 / 8
Assessed value: $348,300
Landmark / historic district: No

HPD registration #347925, last renewed Dec 1, 2025.

Questions about 217 Knickerbocker Avenue

Who owns 217 Knickerbocker Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Lik Tin Century INC.

Does 217 Knickerbocker Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 44 housing violations at this property.

Is 217 Knickerbocker 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 217 Knickerbocker Avenue built?

City records list 1931 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 217 Knickerbocker Avenue?

It has 4 residential units and 7 units in total.

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