242 Knickerbocker Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11237BBL 3-03197-0028Map
Owner of record: 242 Knickerbocker LLC
242 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 242 Knickerbocker LLC. HPD has recorded 60 housing violations here, most recently on June 10, 2025.
- HPD violations
- 60
- DOB violations
- 29
- ECB violations
- 11
- HPD complaints
- 40
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
No rent-stabilized units in 2018–2024 tax bills
Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 60
- 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
Closed — Violation dismissed - 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
Oct 15, 2024
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of water for the wet sprinkler and/or standpipe system at all stories in the entire building
Oct 15, 2024
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.
Oct 15, 2024
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
Oct 15, 2024
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace with new the missing approximately 1,000 square feet of fire retardant material at ceiling at cellar
Oct 15, 2024
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Provide 3 extra sprinkler heads and suitable wrench for emergency purposes at o.s.y. valve of sprinkler in accordance with the rules and regulations of this department .. at cellar
Oct 15, 2024
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Seal in open position the o.s.y. valve of the sprinkler system in accordance with the rules and regulations of this department .. at cellar
Oct 15, 2024
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Provide a piece of garden hose 10 feet in length with female coupling and a 10 quart pail on premises to test sprinkler system.
Oct 15, 2024
Closed — Violation closed - 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
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- 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 - 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
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 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.
Feb 25, 2022
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 - 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.
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 - 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 24, 2017
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 10, 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
Correct the lead-based paint hazard - presumed lead paint that is peeling or is on a deteriorated subsurface - using exclusive interim controls. north wall in the kitchen located at apt 2-l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jul 29, 2004 · Apt 2-L
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard - presumed lead paint that is peeling or is on a deteriorated subsurface - using exclusive interim controls. south wall, east wall in the 3rd room from east located at apt 2-l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jul 29, 2004 · Apt 2-L
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard - presumed lead paint that is peeling or is on a deteriorated subsurface - using exclusive interim controls. ceiling in the 3rd room from east located at apt 2-l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jul 29, 2004 · Apt 2-L
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard - presumed lead paint that is peeling or is on a deteriorated subsurface - using exclusive interim controls. north wall, south wall in the 2nd room from east located at apt 2-l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jul 29, 2004 · Apt 2-L
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard - presumed lead paint that is peeling or is on a deteriorated subsurface - using exclusive interim controls. east wall in the 1st room from east located at apt 2-l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jul 29, 2004 · Apt 2-L
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard - presumed lead paint that is peeling or is on a deteriorated subsurface - using exclusive interim controls. ceiling in the 1st room from east located at apt 2-l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jul 29, 2004 · Apt 2-L
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard - presumed lead paint that is peeling or is on a deteriorated subsurface - using exclusive interim controls. east wall, west wall, north wall, south wall in the 3rd room from north located at apt 2-l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jun 21, 2004 · Apt 2-L
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard - presumed lead paint that is peeling or is on a deteriorated subsurface - using exclusive interim controls. east wall, west wall, south wall in the 2nd room from north located at apt 2-l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jun 21, 2004 · Apt 2-L
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard - presumed lead paint that is peeling or is on a deteriorated subsurface - using exclusive interim controls. ceiling in the 1st room from north located at apt 2-l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jun 21, 2004 · Apt 2-L
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard - presumed lead paint that is peeling or is on a deteriorated subsurface - using exclusive interim controls. east wall, south wall, west wall, north wall in the 1st room from north located at apt 2-l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jun 21, 2004 · Apt 2-L
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard - presumed lead paint that is peeling or is on a deteriorated subsurface - using exclusive interim controls. east wall, south wall, west wall, north wall in the kitchen located at apt 2-l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jun 21, 2004 · Apt 2-L
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard - presumed lead paint that is peeling or is on a deteriorated subsurface - using exclusive interim controls. ceiling in the 3rd room from north located at apt 2-l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jun 21, 2004 · Apt 2-L
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard - presumed lead paint that is peeling or is on a deteriorated subsurface - using exclusive interim controls. north wall, south wall, west wall, east wall in the bathroom located at apt 2-l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jun 21, 2004 · Apt 2-L
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard - presumed lead paint that is peeling or is on a deteriorated subsurface - using exclusive interim controls. ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2-l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jun 21, 2004 · Apt 2-L
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
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 100 watt minimum
Nov 20, 1998
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of locked front entrance door bldg no exterior bells.
Jan 11, 1994
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Fire escape defective. replace with new the broken, defective and/or missing drop ladder guide bracket bottom er1.
Dec 1, 1988
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Fire escape defective. adjust the dropladder so that it will slide easily in the guide rods wires stationary west er1.
Dec 1, 1988
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Fire escape defective. replace with new the broken, defective and/or missing shoe & 12 inch section of drop ladder bottom west er1.
Dec 1, 1988
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of lock front entrance door to bldg preventing access to bells for apt.
Nov 14, 1988
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
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 50 watts night inspection.
Nov 14, 1988
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Remove all encumbrances consisting of household items public hall all stys
Oct 12, 1988
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
D26-10.01 adm code properly secure the loose handrail stairs 1 to 2 sty public hall.
Nov 5, 1987
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code remove all encumbrances consisting of household items 2 & 3 sty pub hall.
Oct 26, 1987
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
D26-19.05 adm code provide adequate light of not less than 60 watts incandescent or equivalent illumination 1 sty pub hall.
Oct 26, 1987
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
D26-10.01 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling 1 sty pub hall.
Oct 26, 1987
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
§ 300 m/d law file plans and application and legalize the following alteration or restore to the legal condition existing prior to the making of said alteration wall erected with door shortening 2 sty public hall.
Oct 26, 1987
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Remove or cover in a manner approved by the department the peeling lead paint ceiling 3 sty north apt 3r 2 room from rear gonzales no phone. , section '' ''
Oct 26, 1987 · Apt 3R
Closed — Violation closed
DOB building violations · 29
- 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
Jan 17, 2020
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2011 inspection report
Mar 1, 2013
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2010 inspection report
Dec 13, 2011
Dob violation - dismissed
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- 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 - 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 - 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
Feb 27, 2001
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 7, 2000
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
May 4, 1998
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Sep 16, 1997
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 10, 1997
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Aug 29, 1995
Dob violation - dismissed - 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 · 11
- Class - 2
Observed during inspection work done under job # b01038708 at 1st. floor restaurant contrary to approved plans; provision and location of ada compliant restroom, location of entrance doors and dining area., con
Nov 7, 2025
Resolve - Class - 1
Observed during inspection work done in cellar to create area for patrons contrary to certificate of occupancy on records which stipulates cellar for ordinary use., discontinue illegal occupancy or amend c of o
Nov 7, 2025
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to certify correction. failure to comply with commissioner's order to file a certificate of correction with the department of buildings, contained in summonses #37033193r and #39076684y., file a certifi
Aug 21, 2025 · Penalty $625
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply with commissioner's order contained in summons #39100906h issued on 12/07/2023, and failure to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28.201.1 and 1 rcny 102-01(d)(2). an acceptable cert
Feb 11, 2025 · Penalty $1,280
Resolve - Class - 2
Observation: at exposure#2 pump jack scaffold inadequately constructed/maintained (no mudsills, tie off/life lines inadequately secured) no drawing to verify erecting of scaffold is complaint. persaunt to secti
Jul 12, 2024 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Class - 2
Observation: housekeeping inadequate. debri throughout site(garbage, bags, pieces of foam, pieces of plastic, bottles,wood pieces, sheetrock, old food containers, broken pieces of brick).maintain adequate house
Jul 12, 2024
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to provide approved/accepted constructions documents at job site at time of inspection. at time of time inspection, observed 5 males working at the cellar level, and 2nd floor under active gc permit #b0
Apr 19, 2024 · Penalty $625
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain building walls. at time of inspection observed at exposure #3 some siding missing and some are loose ready to fall., maintain exterior building wall
Dec 7, 2023 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 2
Work without a permit i observed on the ground floor in madrid video store installed waste line to sink and water line to toilet without permit work done 100 percent, obtain all permits
Dec 29, 2022 · Penalty $3,125
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain building in code complaint manner i observed on the ground floor madrid video store installed pvc piping on waste line in commercial space also used pex tubing on water line, repair and/or r
Dec 29, 2022 · Penalty $1,562
Resolve
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- Class - 2
Failure to maintain bldg walls or appurtences: noted: at front of bldgabove 2nd fl windows,aluminum siding has detached & is missing. shingles are exposed & appear loose. in rear of bldg at exposure 3 aluminum
May 23, 2013 · Penalty $500
Resolve
Complaints
- Unsanitary condition
Mold
Dec 1, 2025 · Apt 2R
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Oct 31, 2025 · Apt 2R
Close - Door/window
Door frame
Oct 31, 2025 · Apt 2R
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Oct 31, 2025 · Apt 2R
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Oct 31, 2025 · Apt 2R
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Jul 23, 2004 · Apt 2-L
Close - General
Floor
Jul 23, 2004 · Apt 2-L
Close - General
Floor
Jul 23, 2004 · Apt 2-L
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Jul 23, 2004 · Apt 2-L
Close - Nonconst
Smoke detector
Jul 23, 2004 · Apt 2-L
Close
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- Paint/plaster
Wall
Jul 23, 2004 · Apt 2-L
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Jul 23, 2004 · Apt 2-L
Close - General
Floor
Jul 23, 2004 · Apt 2-L
Close - General
Mold
Jul 23, 2004 · Apt 2-L
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Jun 16, 2004 · Apt 2-L
Close - Electric
Lighting
Jun 16, 2004 · Apt 2-L
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Jun 16, 2004 · Apt 2-L
Close - General
Windows
Jun 16, 2004 · Apt 2-L
Close - General
Floor
Jun 16, 2004 · Apt 2-L
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Jun 16, 2004 · Apt 2-L
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jun 16, 2004 · Apt 2-L
Close - General
Doors
Jun 16, 2004 · Apt 2-L
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jun 16, 2004 · Apt 2-L
Close - General
Windows
Jun 16, 2004 · Apt 2-L
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Jun 16, 2004 · Apt 2-L
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jun 16, 2004 · Apt 2-L
Close - General
Floor
Jun 16, 2004 · Apt 2-L
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Jun 16, 2004 · Apt 2-L
Close - General
Doors
Jun 16, 2004 · Apt 2-L
Close - General
Stairs
Jun 16, 2004 · Apt 2-L
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Jun 16, 2004 · Apt 2-L
Close - Heating
Heat related
Feb 11, 2004 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heating
Heat related
Feb 7, 2004 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heating
Heat related
Feb 5, 2004 · Apt BLDG
Close - General
Locks
Feb 1, 2004 · Apt 2-L
Close - Heating
Heat related
Feb 1, 2004 · Apt 2-L
Close - General
Locks
Jan 17, 2004 · Apt BLDG.
Close - Electric
Lighting
Jan 17, 2004 · Apt BLDG.
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 17, 2004 · Apt BLDG.
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 17, 2004 · Apt BLDG
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Mixed residential and retail building (S4)
- Year built
- 1931
- Floors
- 3
- Residential units
- 4
- Building area
- 4,125 ft²
- Lot area
- 2,375 ft²
- Zoning
- R6
- Community board
- 304
- Council district
- 34
- Block / lot
- 3197 / 28
- Assessed value
- $468,000
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #352511, last renewed Sep 10, 2025.
Questions about 242 Knickerbocker Avenue
Who owns 242 Knickerbocker Avenue?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 242 Knickerbocker LLC.
Does 242 Knickerbocker Avenue have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 60 housing violations at this property.
Is 242 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 242 Knickerbocker Avenue built?
City records list 1931 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 242 Knickerbocker Avenue?
It has 4 residential units and 5 units in total.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.