440 Central Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11221BBL 3-03359-0029Map
Owner of record: Hope Gardens 1llc
440 Central Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1931 in Brooklyn, 11221. It has 12 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is Hope Gardens 1llc. HPD has recorded 28 housing violations here, most recently on June 3, 2025.
- HPD violations
- 28
- DOB violations
- 5
- ECB violations
- 2
- HPD complaints
- 36
What to know
No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.
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 · 28
- CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at door at laundry room, 1st story
Jun 3, 2025
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system door locked to cellar at public hall, 1st story
Jan 21, 2024
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 3c, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jan 21, 2024 · Apt 3C
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective too boiler room. at cellar
Aug 1, 2023
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective leading too boiler room at east wall at cellar
Aug 1, 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
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 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
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
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system door locked to cellar at public hall, 1st story
Oct 16, 2019
Closed — Violation closed
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- CImmediately hazardous
Post notice, in form approved by the department, stating the name and location of the person designated by the owner to have key to buildings heating system .. at public hall, 1st story
Oct 16, 2019
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
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 16, 2019
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
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 16, 2019
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
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 16, 2019
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Post and maintain a proper sign on wall of entrance story showing the registration number assigned by the department and the address of the building. at public hall, 1st story
Oct 16, 2019
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
§ 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 .. at public hall, 1st story
Oct 16, 2019
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... (approx 15 sq ft) on ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2d, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Oct 16, 2019 · Apt 2D
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the north wall in the kitchen located at apt 2d, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Oct 16, 2019 · Apt 2D
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Post sign on wall of entrance story bearing name, address including apartment number if any, and telephone number of superintendent, janitor or housekeeper. at public hall, 1st story
Oct 16, 2019
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
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 16, 2019
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the north wall in the 6th room from north located at apt 2d, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Oct 16, 2019 · Apt 2D
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... (approx 15 sq ft) on ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2d, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north original violation 13342985 issued 16-oct-19 has been upgraded to class c per administrative code §27-2017.3a(5)(a) or (b).
Oct 16, 2019 · Apt 2D
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 2d, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Oct 16, 2019 · Apt 2D
Closed — Violation closed - 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 16, 2018
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.
Oct 8, 2015
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 18, 2015
Closed — Violation dismissed
DOB building violations · 5
- Construction other optional
Borough commissioner has ordered all work stopped under permit #b00961794-i1 on 4/7/26, due to construction superintendent withdrawal.
Apr 9, 2026
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2020 external low pressure inspection
Jun 30, 2023
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
Aug 29, 1995
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jul 25, 1994
Dob violation - dismissed
ECB violations · 2
- Class - 2
Failure to maintain building in code-compliant manner. at time of inspection, observed missing handrails in stairwell between first floor and cellar of above premises, posing a safety hazard. remedy: install ha
Oct 7, 2024 · Penalty $625
Resolve - Class - 2
B254,15,50,50a,50b. as per class 2 (b254) failure to maintain 15 open ings in walls and ceiling. 50-relief valve leaking on hot water heater50a-discharge piping missing from relief valve on top of water storage
Oct 23, 2018
Resolve
Complaints
- Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Mar 30, 2026 · Apt 3C
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Mar 26, 2026 · Apt 3C
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Mar 9, 2026 · Apt 3C
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Mar 5, 2026 · Apt 3C
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Feb 28, 2026 · Apt 3C
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Feb 15, 2026 · Apt 3C
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 15, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 23, 2026 · Apt 3C
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 21, 2026 · Apt 3C
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 21, 2026 · Apt 3C
Close
Show 26 more ↓
- Door/window
Door
Dec 2, 2025 · Apt 3C
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 1, 2025 · Apt 1B
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 28, 2025 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 27, 2025 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Nov 27, 2025 · Apt 3C
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 27, 2025 · Apt 3C
Close - Electric
No lighting
Dec 22, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 13, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Nov 13, 2024 · Apt 3C
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Nov 11, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Nov 11, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Feb 29, 2024 · Apt 2D
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 10, 2024 · Apt 2D
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 23, 2024 · Apt 2D
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 18, 2024 · Apt 3C
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 6, 2024 · Apt 3C
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 4, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Nov 20, 2023 · Apt 2L
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 2, 2023 · Apt 3C
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Nov 2, 2023 · Apt 3C
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 2, 2023 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Nov 2, 2023 · Apt 3C
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Dec 26, 2022 · Apt 1C
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Oct 16, 2019 · Apt 2B
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Oct 16, 2019 · Apt BLDG
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Oct 6, 2019 · Apt 1C
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C1)
- Year built
- 1931
- Floors
- 3
- Residential units
- 12
- Building area
- 12,380 ft²
- Lot area
- 22,500 ft²
- Zoning
- R6
- Community board
- 304
- Council district
- 37
- Block / lot
- 3359 / 29
- Assessed value
- $682,200
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #375200, last renewed Jul 20, 2026.
Questions about 440 Central Avenue
Who owns 440 Central Avenue?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Hope Gardens 1llc.
Does 440 Central Avenue have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 28 housing violations at this property.
Is 440 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 440 Central Avenue built?
City records list 1931 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 440 Central Avenue?
It has 12 residential units.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.