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138 Grove Street

Brooklyn, NY 11221BBL 3-03323-0028Map

Owner of record: 138 Grove Residence LLC

138 Grove Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1931 in Brooklyn, 11221. It has 3 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is 138 Grove Residence LLC. HPD has recorded 36 housing violations here, most recently on March 31, 2025.

HPD violations
36
DOB violations
7
ECB violations
35
HPD complaints
47

What to know

Good
No open Class C

No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.

Good
Last violation Mar 31, 2025

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 · 36

  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 sq. ft. at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Mar 31, 2025 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Remove all obstructions and repair all defects in floor drain at building front at west yard yard, 1st story

    Mar 31, 2025

    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

    Mar 31, 2025

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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 23, 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
  • 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 25, 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.

    Feb 25, 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 9, 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 9, 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 30, 2019

    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.

    Oct 17, 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 9, 2016

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    § 231 m/d law provide legal second means of egress and file application for approval before doing the work (fire escape present at rear of building)... but 3rd story balcony not directly under egress windows danger of tenants not get on to balcony at rear of building 3rd story

    Jul 27, 2015

    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.

    Feb 20, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Provide a temporary seal of all accessable openings

    Oct 15, 2012

    Closed — Violation closed
  • I

    The premises have been vacated by an order of this department and cannot be reoccupied except for caretaker until a new certificate of occupancy has been obtained.

    Oct 2, 2012

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide a safe and adequate supply of electric service to the fixtures no electrical supply to the entire building

    Aug 29, 2012

    Closed — Violation closed
  • I

    The premises or apts. have been vacated by the department and cannot be reoccupied until so ordered after proof of compliance for cellar apt. - vacate # 98327

    Aug 22, 2012

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Discontinue unlawful cooking space or file plans and application with this department to legalize same, if lawfully feasible, dob # 3420449 08/07/2012, gas range installed in the entire apartment located at cellar apt cellar

    Aug 7, 2012 · Apt CELLAR

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Discontinue use of rooms for living, disconnect plumbing fixtures and properly seal pipe connections dob # 3420449 08/07/2012, kitchen in the entire apartment located at cellar apt cellar

    Aug 7, 2012 · Apt CELLAR

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Section 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 partitions erected creating extension to 1st floor apartment approx. 16 feet by12 by feet at rear yard

    Jun 15, 2011

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Discontinue use of rooms for living, disconnect plumbing fixtures where illegal and properly seal pipe connections kitchen sink at cellar

    Jun 15, 2011

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

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

    Jun 15, 2011

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Discontinue the rooming unit ... in the entire apartment located at apt 3fl, 3rd story

    Jun 15, 2011 · Apt 3FL

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Discontinue the rooming unit at 2nd story apartment

    Jun 15, 2011

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Discontinue the rooming unit .. in the entire apartment located at apt 1st, 1st story

    Jun 15, 2011 · Apt 1ST

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Trace and repair the source and abate the nuisance consisting of mold ... ceiling floor & all walls at cellar

    Aug 6, 2008

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

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

    Aug 6, 2008

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant plaster at ceiling at public hall, 1st story

    Aug 6, 2008 · Apt 2FL

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace with new the missing balusters between 1st and 2nd story at public hall stairs

    Jul 28, 2008

    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

    Feb 16, 1999

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    File with this department a registration statement for building.

    Apr 11, 1997

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Section 300, 301, 302, m/d law file plans and obtain a certificate of occupancy to legalize the following alteration or restore premises to prior legal condition extension erected creating room rear of basement apt rear yard.

    Apr 18, 1994

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    D26-20.08,20.09 adm code file certification of satisfactory installation of smoke detecting device in accordance with h.p.d. rules and regulations.

    Apr 18, 1994

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    D26-13.03 adm code abate the nuisance consisting of rodents 2 sty apt bathroom & kitchen rats.

    Apr 18, 1994

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Abate the nuisance consisting of rodents evidence of rat feces rear yard.

    Apr 18, 1994

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 7

  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Jan 2, 2013

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Mar 7, 2012

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Oct 5, 2011

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Jun 6, 2011

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Dec 2, 2010

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Dec 2, 2010

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    Work w/out permit

    Aug 6, 2010

    Vw*-violation - work w/o permit dismissed

ECB violations · 35

  • Class - 1

    I observed in cellar area newly installed gas piping, fittings and valves and no permits on file for any work performed; therefore no authorizations and or certifications were given by the dob at time of inspec

    Dec 23, 2022 · Penalty $5,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    I observed in cellar area newly installed gas piping, fittings and valves and no permits on file for any work performed... work was 100% performed..., obtain permit

    Dec 23, 2022 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    I observed in cellar area newly installed gas piping, fittings and valves and no permits on file for any work performed; therefore no proper gas test and or inspections were performed by the dob at time of the

    Dec 23, 2022 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Observed in cellar dryer renting material is not approved,and exceeds over 25'. n.y.c fuel gas code:614.6 domestic clothes dryer ducts n.y.c. fuel gas code:614.6.1 maximum length. remedy: remove and/or replace

    Dec 6, 2022 · Penalty $3,125

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Observed in cellar power rent hot water heaters are installed with theuse of the wrong renting material. the correct material that can be used is grey renting pipe. remedy: remove and/or replace

    Dec 6, 2022 · Penalty $3,125

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Ftm building/parts in a code compliant manner. observed leader at exp #3 is fully detached and missing from roof gutter to redirect the roof rain water to lower drain. this poses a threat to water flooding onto

    Jan 24, 2022 · Penalty $625

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Work does not conform to approved cosnt documents &/or approved amendments.noted:observed @ time of insp @ the const site,the entire 1st fl wood joist removed.approved plans under job#320960162 dated 03/25/14 i

    May 14, 2014 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Work does not conform to approved cons docs & or approved ammend.failure to follow plumbing permit#320960162 scope of work.all plumbing fixtures & piping removed on floors cellar,1-3rd fl.stop all plumbing work

    May 14, 2014 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply w/the commissioner's order contained in nov #34860060n issued on 8.6.10 for construction w/o a work permit. remedy: complyw/the commissioner's order.

    Jan 31, 2013 · Penalty $24,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply w/the commissioner's order contained in notice of violation #34860060n issued on 8/6/10. for construction work etc done w/o a permit. remedy: comply w/the comm's order.

    Dec 8, 2012 · Penalty $24,000

    Resolve
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  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply w/the commissioner's order contained in nov #34860060n for construction work etc. done w/o a permit. remedy: comply w/the commissionner's order.

    Sep 13, 2012 · Penalty $24,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by cofo & deob records.partitions erected creating rm at basement.full kitchen w/gas range & kitchen sinkpresent.inadequate light & ventilation.remedy:discontinue illegal use

    Aug 7, 2012 · Penalty $12,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Fail to comply w/commissioner's order contained in nov #34860660n issued on 08/06/10 for construction work etc done w/o a permit. remedy: comply w/commissioner's order.

    Jul 30, 2012 · Penalty $24,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply w/the commissioner's order contained in notice of violation #34860660n issued on 8/6/10. for plumbing,construction work etc done w/o a permit. remedy: comply w/the comm's order.

    May 18, 2012 · Penalty $12,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/the commissioner's order to file a c of c w/the dept of buildings for notice of violation #34860061p issued on 8/6/10 pursuant to 28-204.4 & 1rcny 102-01. remedy: file a c of c.

    May 18, 2012 · Penalty $8,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to correct conditions cited in nov 34860061p issued 8/6/10 - for sro's thru-out. remedy: correct conditions cited. file c of c.

    Mar 28, 2012 · Penalty $24,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/ the comms order to file cert of correctopm w/ the dob for nov#34927805m issued on 12/15/11 pursuant to 28-204.4 & 1rcny 102-01.rem:file a cert of correction.

    Mar 2, 2012 · Penalty $8,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply w/the commissioner's order contained in notice of violation #34860061p issued on 8/6/10. for illegal sro's etc. remedy: comply w/the comm's order.

    Jan 12, 2012 · Penalty $24,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the certificate of occupancy or bldg dept records noted:hpd #304962 stipulates that premises is a 3 story 3 unit bldg. at time of inspection there are approx 14 sro's total

    Dec 15, 2011 · Penalty $24,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply with the commissioner's order contained in notice of violation #34860061p issued on 8-6-10 for occupancy contrary to that allowed by d.o.b records, 14 sro's and cellar illegally converted reme

    Nov 16, 2011 · Penalty $12,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by c/o & dob records. partitions erected creating rooms at cellar gas line run to gas range and kitchen sink present 5 'b' rooms created at 1 sty class 'a' apt, 2 sty class a

    Jun 15, 2011 · Penalty $12,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/commissioner's order to file a c/c w/the dob. respondent failed to correct the violating conditions and file a c/c pursuant to 28-204.2 for nov 34860861p. remedy: file c/c.

    Mar 10, 2011 · Penalty $4,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to file c/c for vios #34860060n, 34860061p. remedy: file c/c.

    Oct 5, 2010

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Work w/o a permit at cellar lvl plumbing & gas lines for store & sink 1st flr subdivided into 5sro's 2nd fl 4sro 3rd fl 5sro erected full height partitions on all floors cut 14sros w/ locking device on all door

    Aug 6, 2010 · Penalty $25,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by bldg dept records in that dob records indicates premises is a 3family dwelling premises is now being occcupied as 14sros also cellar has been illegally converted into a com

    Aug 6, 2010 · Penalty $25,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Fail to comply w.comm order to file certificate of correction w/dob. noted: fail to comply w.vacate order 41/09 issued on 2/26/09 for 2nd &3rd floors. premises reoccupied with approvals. remedy: comply w/comm

    Jun 22, 2010 · Penalty $4,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Work w/o a permit noted at cellar lvl erected ktcn w/ sink & stove at nd and 3rd fl ktcn removed erected partitions w/ doors creating single room occupancy 3rms each fl rem: obtain all necessary permits or rest

    Jun 22, 2010 · Penalty $4,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Sec 28209.2 failure to comply w/ commissioner's order to vacate 2nd & 3rd floors,vacate #41/09 issued on 2/26/09,all floors still occupied contrary to vacate order.remedy:comply with commissioner's order.

    Oct 7, 2009 · Penalty $8,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/ comm's order to file a cert of correction of for vio #34767786x rem: file cert of correction.

    Sep 3, 2009 · Penalty $4,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/commissioner's order to file a cofc w/dob respondent failed to correct vio.34747501h and file a cofc pursant to 28.204.2remedy:file cofc

    Aug 21, 2009 · Penalty $4,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/commissioner's order to file a cofc w/dob respondent failed to comply w/ comm's order to correct violating conditions and file a cofc pursant to 28.204.2 for nov 34741502j remedy:file cofc

    Aug 21, 2009 · Penalty $4,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Sec. 28209.2 failure to comply with vacate order 41/09 for partial 2nd & 3rd flr. remedy: comply with vacate order.

    Mar 2, 2009 · Penalty $8,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner noted fire escape atrear of dwelling where as a bulge at the 3rd fl in the facade where the fire escape is attached to stability of fire escape possible affecte

    Feb 26, 2009 · Penalty $5,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Residence altered for occupancy as a dwelling for more than the legally approved number of families noted: dob records indicates a 3family dwelling where as sro have been created on the first second third floor

    Feb 26, 2009 · Penalty $13,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Residence altered for occupancy as a dweling for more than the legally approved # of families dob records indicates a 3family dwelling 3 doorbells & 3 mailbox now in the 2nd fl converted to single rm occupancy

    Aug 1, 2008 · Penalty $6,000

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 26, 2026 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Mar 21, 2025 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Jun 12, 2023 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Jun 6, 2019 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Jun 6, 2019 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Safety

    Smoke detector

    Jun 6, 2019 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Aug 2, 2012 · Apt BSMT

    Close
  • Electric

    Electric-supply

    Aug 2, 2012 · Apt BSMT

    Close
  • General

    Cooking gas

    Aug 2, 2012 · Apt BSMT

    Close
  • Electric

    Electric-supply

    Jul 25, 2012 · Apt BSMT

    Close
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  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 3, 2012 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 3, 2012 · Apt 3FL

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 8, 2011 · Apt 2FL

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 8, 2011 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Jul 15, 2011 · Apt 3FLR

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Jul 15, 2011 · Apt 3FLR

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Jul 15, 2011 · Apt 3FLR

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Jun 13, 2011 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 22, 2011 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 9, 2011 · Apt 1FL

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 9, 2011 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 2, 2011 · Apt 138

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 12, 2011 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 11, 2011 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Jul 24, 2008 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Jul 24, 2008 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Jul 24, 2008 · Apt 1

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Jul 24, 2008 · Apt 1

    Close
  • General

    Stairs

    Jul 24, 2008 · Apt 2FL

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jul 24, 2008 · Apt 2FL

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jul 24, 2008 · Apt 2FL

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jul 24, 2008 · Apt 2FL

    Close
  • General

    Stairs

    Jul 24, 2008 · Apt 2FL

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Rubbish

    Jul 24, 2008 · Apt 2FL

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Jul 24, 2008 · Apt 2FL

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Jul 24, 2008 · Apt 2FL

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Jul 24, 2008 · Apt 2FL

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Jul 24, 2008 · Apt 2FL

    Close
  • General

    Stairs

    Jul 10, 2008 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Jul 10, 2008 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Rubbish

    Jan 6, 2007 · Apt 2FL

    Close
  • General

    Doors

    Jan 6, 2007 · Apt 2FL

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Mar 1, 2006 · Apt 3FL

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 21, 2006 · Apt 3FL

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 19, 2006 · Apt 3FL

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 13, 2006 · Apt 3FL

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Dec 14, 2003 · Apt 3 FL

    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 (C0)
Year built
1931
Floors
3
Residential units
3
Building area
2,700 ft²
Lot area
2,000 ft²
Zoning
R6
Community board
304
Council district
37
Block / lot
3323 / 28
Assessed value
$107,040
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #302277, last renewed Jul 8, 2025.

Questions about 138 Grove Street

Who owns 138 Grove Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 138 Grove Residence LLC.

Does 138 Grove Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 36 housing violations at this property.

Is 138 Grove 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 138 Grove Street built?

City records list 1931 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 138 Grove Street?

It has 3 residential units.

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