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163 Central Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11221BBL 3-03218-0011Map

Owner of record: Zayas Jr., Victor L

163 Central Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1931 in Brooklyn, 11221. It has 5 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is Zayas Jr., Victor L. HPD has recorded 34 housing violations here, most recently on May 4, 2026. 5 of the 34 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
34
DOB violations
31
ECB violations
2
HPD complaints
21

What to know

Concern
1 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation May 4, 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 · 34

  • 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 4, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 19, 2025

    Open — Info 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.

    Jun 9, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 27, 2024

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jun 3, 2024 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt 4, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jun 3, 2024 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges , 1st story

    Jun 3, 2024

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 21, 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 21, 2023

    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, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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  • 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, 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.

    Feb 23, 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.

    Apr 7, 2021

    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 7, 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.

    Oct 29, 2019

    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 16, 2018

    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 20, 2017

    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 4, 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 8, 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 18, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace with new the missing glass lites in skylight at public hall, 3rd story

    Oct 18, 2012

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    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 = 1; wg to replace = 0; wg to repair = 3; located at apt 4, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Oct 18, 2012 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing located at apt 4, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Oct 18, 2012 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing located at apt 4, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Oct 18, 2012 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of mice located at apt 4, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Oct 18, 2012 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of roaches located at apt 4, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Oct 18, 2012 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Provide adequate lighting through out at cellar

    Oct 18, 2010

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system : door to boiler room locked at cellar

    Aug 30, 2010

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story, apartment at west

    Aug 30, 2010 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

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

    Aug 30, 2010 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceiling at public hall, 4th story

    Aug 30, 2010

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures cooking range in the kitchen located at apt 1, 1st story, apartment at west

    Aug 30, 2010 · Apt 1

    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 100 watts minimum required

    Sep 27, 2008

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint or post a sign indicating floors at all stys public hall

    Oct 5, 1999

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 31

  • 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 19, 2007

    Dob violation - active
  • 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 - 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 27, 2001

    Dob violation - active
  • 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 · 2

  • Class - 2

    B265 as per class 2 (b265) 28.303.7 failure to file a complete boilerinspection report as per dob records.submit a current b-09 report, correct all violating conditions and submit a certificate of correctio

    Jul 20, 2016

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Altered bldg. occupied without a valid certificate of occupancy.premises altered uner job#300859934 is occupied with objections on c of o work order.remedy:obtain a valid c of o.

    Jan 26, 2000 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 8, 2025 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 19, 2019 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 19, 2019 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Electric

    Electric-supply

    Oct 16, 2012 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 16, 2012 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Oct 16, 2012 · Apt 4

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Oct 16, 2012 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Construction

    Roof

    Oct 16, 2012 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Oct 16, 2012 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Oct 16, 2012 · Apt 4

    Close
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  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Oct 15, 2010 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Electric

    Electric-supply

    Oct 15, 2010 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Electric

    Electric-supply

    Oct 15, 2010 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Electric

    Electric-supply

    Oct 15, 2010 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Electric

    Electric-supply

    Oct 15, 2010 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Electric

    Electric-supply

    Oct 15, 2010 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Aug 27, 2010 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Electric

    Electric-supply

    Aug 27, 2010 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Aug 23, 2010 · Apt BUILD

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 15, 2007 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Mar 20, 2006 · Apt 4

    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
5
Building area
4,125 ft²
Lot area
2,250 ft²
Zoning
R6
Community board
304
Council district
34
Block / lot
3218 / 11
Assessed value
$545,400
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #329127, last renewed Mar 19, 2024.

Questions about 163 Central Avenue

Who owns 163 Central Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Zayas Jr., Victor L.

Does 163 Central Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 34 housing violations at this property.

Is 163 Central 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 163 Central Avenue built?

City records list 1931 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 163 Central Avenue?

It has 5 residential units.

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