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
Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.
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 · 69
- 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 1, 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 19, 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 6, 2025
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
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 - CImmediately hazardous
Remove the illegal fastening two lockable slide bolts installed at scuttle ladder cover at exit to roof
Jan 6, 2025
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 27, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed - 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.
Sep 23, 2024 · Apt 3L
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Correct failure to notify occupants and/or to investigate lead-based paint hazards.
Sep 23, 2024 · Apt 3L
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
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 - BHazardous
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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- BHazardous
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 - 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 = 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 - 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, 2024
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 21, 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 21, 2023
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 10, 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 23, 2022
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.
Feb 23, 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.
Apr 7, 2021
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 29, 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.
Nov 20, 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 4, 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.
Feb 17, 2015
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
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 - CImmediately hazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - 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 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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - ANon-hazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of accoustic drop ceiling installed center cellar
Aug 24, 1999
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - 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 required fixture present light not on
Apr 12, 1999
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Discontinue use of rooms for living, disconnect plumbing fixtures and properly seal pipe connections cellar thru out.
Apr 9, 1990
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Provide adequate light of not less than 60 watts incandescent or equivalent illumination 3 sty public hall.
Nov 16, 1987
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
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 - ANon-hazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - ANon-hazardous
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
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.