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156 Bleecker Street

Brooklyn, NY 11221BBL 3-03306-0020Map

Owner of record: Espinal Catalina

156 Bleecker Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1931 in Brooklyn, 11221. It has 6 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is Espinal Catalina. HPD has recorded 69 housing violations here, most recently on May 1, 2026. 39 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
69
DOB violations
5
ECB violations
2
HPD complaints
23

What to know

Concern
5 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation May 1, 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 · 69

  • 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 1, 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

    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.

    Jun 6, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Certify compliance with lead-based paint hazard control requirements during period of unit vacancy by submitting required supporting documentation and affidavits for apartment located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jan 6, 2025 · Apt 1R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Remove the illegal fastening two lockable slide bolts installed at scuttle ladder cover at exit to roof

    Jan 6, 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

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    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.

    Sep 23, 2024 · Apt 3L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Correct failure to notify occupants and/or to investigate lead-based paint hazards.

    Sep 23, 2024 · Apt 3L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective broken glass at lower window sash, 2nd window from east at south wall in the kitchen located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 20, 2024 · Apt 3L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 20, 2024 · Apt 3L

    Open — Nov sent out
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  • B

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

    Sep 20, 2024 · Apt 3L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 = 0 in the entire apartment located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 20, 2024 · Apt 3L

    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 9, 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

    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 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.

    Feb 23, 2022

    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.

    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.

    Apr 7, 2021

    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.

    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.

    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.

    Feb 17, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) baseboard at east wall in the 1st room from north located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jul 16, 2005 · Apt 2L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) 1st door frame from west at north wall, north wall, east wall, west wall in the 3rd room from north located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jul 16, 2005 · Apt 2L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector replace in the entire apartment located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jul 16, 2005 · Apt 2L

    Open — Nov certified late
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the foyer located at apt 2-l, 2nd story, apartment at north

    Jan 13, 2003 · Apt 2-L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective connection waste line sink in the kitchen located at apt 2-l, 2nd story, apartment at north

    Jan 13, 2003 · Apt 2-L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood door jamb in the bathroom located at apt 2-l, 2nd story, apartment at north

    Jan 13, 2003 · Apt 2-L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    § 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 suspended ceiling kitchen and in the bathroom located at apt 2-l, 2nd story, apartment at north

    Jan 13, 2003 · Apt 2-L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice and roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 2-l, 2nd story, apartment at north

    Jan 13, 2003 · Apt 2-L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color west wall over southwest window in the 1st room from north at west located at apt 2-l, 2nd story, apartment at north

    Jan 13, 2003 · Apt 2-L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color north wall at shower head in the bathroom located at apt 2-l, 2nd story, apartment at north

    Jan 13, 2003 · Apt 2-L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of evidence of concealed water leak ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 2-l, 2nd story, apartment at north

    Jan 13, 2003 · Apt 2-L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Properly secure the loose washbasin vanity door in the bathroom located at apt 2-l, 2nd story, apartment at north

    Jan 13, 2003 · Apt 2-L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly secure the loose sink base cabinet door in the kitchen located at apt 2-l, 2nd story, apartment at north

    Jan 13, 2003 · Apt 2-L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from window to fire escape or provide approved type gate .. in the kitchen located at apt 2-l, 2nd story, apartment at north

    Jan 13, 2003 · Apt 2-L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Replace the broken or defective water closet in the bathroom located at apt 2-l, 2nd story, apartment at north

    Jan 13, 2003 · Apt 2-L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of accoustic drop ceiling installed center cellar

    Aug 24, 1999

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Discontinue use of rooms for living, disconnect plumbing fixtures and properly seal pipe connections bathroom and kitchen rear cellar

    Aug 24, 1999

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Discontinue unlawful cooking space or file plans and application with this department to legalize same, if lawfully feasible, rear cellar

    Aug 24, 1999

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 watt minimum required fixture present light not on

    Apr 12, 1999

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Discontinue use of rooms for living, disconnect plumbing fixtures and properly seal pipe connections cellar thru out.

    Apr 9, 1990

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Provide adequate light of not less than 60 watts incandescent or equivalent illumination 3 sty public hall.

    Nov 16, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from window to fire escape or provide approved type gate 3 sty west apt 3r. located at apt 3r

    Nov 16, 1987 · Apt 3R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceilings thru out 3 sty west apt 3r. located at apt 3r

    Nov 16, 1987 · Apt 3R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Replace or repair the self-closing the doors that is missing or defective 3 sty west apt 3r.

    Nov 16, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations missing 2 sty west apt 2r. located at apt 2r

    Nov 16, 1987 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from at least 1 window or provide approved type gate 1 sty west apt 1r. located at apt 1r

    Nov 16, 1987 · Apt 1R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department walls & ceilings thru out 1 sty west apt 1r. located at apt 1r

    Nov 16, 1987 · Apt 1R

    Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 5

  • Construction other optional

    Hazardous

    Jul 30, 2001

    Dob violation - active
  • 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

    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

  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain building defects noted fence in backyard is broken leaning into the rear yard of st barbara roman catholic church school yard remedy maintain building

    Jul 30, 2001 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Residence altered as a dwelling for more than the legally approved# offamilies bldg.dept.records indicate residence is legally approved as awalkup apt.at 1st & 3rd floor residence is now converted an addition u

    Mar 10, 2000 · Penalty $7,000

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Safety

    Carbon monoxide detector

    Sep 18, 2024 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Safety

    Window guard broken/missing

    Sep 18, 2024 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Safety

    Smoke detector

    Sep 18, 2024 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Aug 21, 2023 · Apt 2L

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Oct 19, 2022 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Sep 10, 2022 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • General

    Cooking gas

    Apr 18, 2022 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 11, 2013 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Aug 31, 2012 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Jan 16, 2008 · Apt 2L

    Close
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  • General

    Windows

    Jan 16, 2008 · Apt 2L

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Jan 16, 2008 · Apt 2L

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Jan 16, 2008 · Apt 2L

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Jan 16, 2008 · Apt 2L

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Aug 14, 2006 · Apt 2L

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Aug 14, 2006 · Apt 2L

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Aug 14, 2006 · Apt 2L

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Aug 14, 2006 · Apt 2L

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Aug 14, 2006 · Apt 2L

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Jul 13, 2005 · Apt 2L

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Jul 13, 2005 · Apt 2L

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Jul 13, 2005 · Apt 2L

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jul 13, 2005 · Apt 2L

    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
4,875 ft²
Lot area
2,500 ft²
Zoning
R6
Community board
304
Council district
37
Block / lot
3306 / 20
Assessed value
$603,450
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #332188, last renewed Apr 4, 2025.

Questions about 156 Bleecker Street

Who owns 156 Bleecker Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Espinal Catalina.

Does 156 Bleecker Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 69 housing violations at this property.

Is 156 Bleecker 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 156 Bleecker Street built?

City records list 1931 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 156 Bleecker 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.