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291 Central Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11221BBL 3-03297-0001Map

Owner of record: Hope Gardens 1 LLC

291 Central Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1983 in Brooklyn, 11221. It has 48 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is Hope Gardens 1 LLC. HPD has recorded 58 housing violations here, most recently on September 9, 2026. 5 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
58
DOB violations
58
ECB violations
4
HPD complaints
25

What to know

Concern
1 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Watch
Last violation Sep 9, 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 · 58

  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 1a, 1st story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Sep 9, 2026 · Apt 1A

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 1a, 1st story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Sep 9, 2026 · Apt 1A

    Open — Civ14 mailed
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of pests. evidence of bedbugs in the entire apartment located at apt 1a, 1st story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Sep 9, 2026 · Apt 1A

    Open — Civ14 mailed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective mortise lock in the entrance located at apt 1a, 1st story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Sep 9, 2026 · Apt 1A

    Open — Civ14 mailed
  • 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 missing frame at public hall, 1st story

    Jun 7, 2026

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules defective in the entire apartment located at apt 1a, 1st story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Apr 14, 2026 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations defective in the entire apartment located at apt 1a, 1st story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Apr 14, 2026 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the private hallway located at apt 1a, 1st story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Apr 14, 2026 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations defective in the entire apartment located at apt 1a, 1st story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Mar 20, 2026 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules defective in the entire apartment located at apt 1a, 1st story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Mar 20, 2026 · Apt 1A

    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.

    Nov 20, 2025

    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, 2025

    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 19, 2025

    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 16, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from window to fire escape or provide approved type gate at window at south in the 4th room from north at east located at apt 1b, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Mar 30, 2024 · Apt 1B

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective spring balance at the lower sash window in the kitchen located at apt 1b, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Mar 30, 2024 · Apt 1B

    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 31, 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 29, 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 29, 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 14, 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.

    Mar 10, 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.

    Mar 8, 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.

    Mar 8, 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 16, 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 16, 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
  • 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

    Oct 1, 2019

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1a, 1st story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Oct 1, 2019 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... north, west and east wall in the bathroom located at apt 1a, 1st story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Oct 1, 2019 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... inside medicine cabinet at east wall in the bathroom located at apt 1a, 1st story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Oct 1, 2019 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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

    Oct 1, 2019

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

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

    Oct 1, 2019

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

    Oct 1, 2019

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Remove the illegal fastening consisting of an unacceptable electromagnetic locking device at the building entrance door at public hall, 1st story

    Oct 1, 2019

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide security in the event of a power outage by means of an acceptable mechanical heavy duty lock and latch set at building entrance door at public hall, 1st story

    Oct 1, 2019

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective acrylic bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 1a, 1st story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Oct 1, 2019 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    File with this department a registration statement for building. at public hall, 1st story

    Oct 1, 2019

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice located at apt 1a, 1st story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Oct 1, 2019 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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

    Oct 1, 2019

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... north, west and east wall in the bathroom located at apt 1a, 1st story, 2nd apartment from west at north original violation 13310966 issued 01-oct-19 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code §27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).

    Oct 1, 2019 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... inside medicine cabinet at east wall in the bathroom located at apt 1a, 1st story, 2nd apartment from west at north original violation 13310998 issued 01-oct-19 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code §27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).

    Oct 1, 2019 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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 25, 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.

    Oct 24, 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.

    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.

    Dec 6, 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.

    Dec 6, 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 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 23, 2016

    Closed — Violation dismissed

DOB building violations · 58

  • 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 2024 external low pressure inspection

    Nov 14, 2025

    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 2020 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 30, 2023

    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 2020 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 30, 2023

    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 2020 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 30, 2023

    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 2020 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 30, 2023

    Dob violation - active
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  • 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 2021 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 2021 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 2021 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 2021 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 30, 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-failure to file 2022 external low pressure inspection

    Apr 25, 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 2015 inspection report

    Feb 24, 2017

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Lblvio-low pressure boiler boiler required

    Dec 31, 2009

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • 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 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 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 19, 2007

    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

    Mar 26, 2002

    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

    Mar 26, 2002

    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

    Mar 26, 2002

    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

    Sep 16, 1997

    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

    Sep 16, 1997

    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

    Sep 16, 1997

    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

    Sep 16, 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

    Aug 29, 1995

    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

    Aug 29, 1995

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jul 25, 1994

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jul 25, 1994

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 4

  • Class - 2

    B254,5b,50a,50b. for boiler-clantfin model #gght750. as per class 2 (b254) 28-301.1 failure to maintain; 5b-backflow missing air gap and discharge pipe; 50a-pipe rotted; 50b-flame rollout switches inoperative

    Dec 4, 2018

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    B254,5b,50a,50b. for hydrotherm-modular-class 2 (b254) 28-301.1 failure to maintain, 5b-backflow missing discharge pipe; 50-$#1-boiler not operating. correct all violating condition and submit a certificate of

    Dec 4, 2018

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    B254,50. for ao smith model hw200. as per class 2 (b254) 28-301.1 failure to maintain storage tank rotted. correcte all violating conditions and submit a certificate of correction.

    Dec 4, 2018

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    B254,5b,6a,50a. for ao smith model-hw200- failure to maintain, class2(b254) 28-301.1; 5b-backflow missing discharge pipe; 6a-missing discharge pipe on storage tank; 50a-storage tank rotted, repair all violatin

    Dec 4, 2018

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jul 10, 2026 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jun 23, 2026 · Apt 3C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jun 6, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Apr 14, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Mar 18, 2026 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 1, 2026 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Jul 14, 2025 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Jun 20, 2025 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Jun 20, 2025 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    May 5, 2025 · Apt 1B

    Close
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  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Jun 29, 2024 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Jan 31, 2024 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Jan 31, 2024 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Jan 31, 2024 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Nov 30, 2023 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Sewage

    Nov 30, 2023 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Nov 30, 2023 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Nov 30, 2023 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Nov 30, 2023 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Sep 12, 2023 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • General

    Cooking gas

    Oct 21, 2019 · Apt 2D

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 19, 2019 · Apt 3C

    Close
  • Electric

    No lighting

    Sep 22, 2019 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Electric

    No lighting

    Sep 21, 2019 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Sep 21, 2019 · Apt 1A

    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 (C1)
Year built
1983
Floors
3
Residential units
48
Building area
49,520 ft²
Lot area
72,615 ft²
Zoning
R6
Community board
304
Council district
37
Block / lot
3297 / 1
Assessed value
$1,867,500
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #357190, last renewed Jul 20, 2026.

Questions about 291 Central Avenue

Who owns 291 Central Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Hope Gardens 1 LLC.

Does 291 Central Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 58 housing violations at this property.

Is 291 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 291 Central Avenue built?

City records list 1983 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 291 Central Avenue?

It has 48 residential units.

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