1287 Madison Street
Brooklyn, NY 11221BBL 3-03361-0033Map
Owner of record: 628 Knickerbocker Bh LLC
1287 Madison Street is a mixed residential and retail building built in 1931 in Brooklyn, 11221. It has 4 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is 628 Knickerbocker Bh LLC. HPD has recorded 148 housing violations here, most recently on March 20, 2026. 5 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.
- HPD violations
- 148
- DOB violations
- 15
- ECB violations
- 8
- HPD complaints
- 84
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 · 148
- CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at building front entrance door , 1st story
Mar 20, 2026
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system door to boiler room locked at cellar
Jan 23, 2025
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jan 23, 2025 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of heat for the apartment in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jan 23, 2025 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latch at building front entrance door , 1st story
Jun 3, 2024
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective mortise lock at building front entrance door , 1st story
Jun 3, 2024
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 18, 2024
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 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.
Apr 3, 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 23, 2023
Closed — Violation dismissed
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- CImmediately hazardous
Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Dec 23, 2022 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of heat for the apartment in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Dec 23, 2022 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - 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 25, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Provide 3 extra sprinkler heads and suitable wrench for emergency purposes at o.s.y. valve of sprinkler in accordance with the rules and regulations of this department at cellar
Jan 4, 2022
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Seal in open position the o.s.y. valve of the sprinkler system in accordance with the rules and regulations of this department at cellar
Jan 4, 2022
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Provide a piece of garden hose 10 feet in length with female coupling and a 10 quart pail on premises to test sprinkler system.
Jan 4, 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.
Apr 12, 2021
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 12, 2021
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 30, 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 27, 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 10, 2016
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Provide adequate light of not less than 60 watts incandescent or equivalent illumination .. at public hall, 1st story
Jul 22, 2015
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from window to fire escape or provide approved type gate .. in the entire apartment located at apt 3l, 3rd story, apartment at south
Jul 22, 2015 · Apt 3L
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. located at apt 3l, 3rd story, apartment at south
Jul 22, 2015 · Apt 3L
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing located at apt 3l, 3rd story, apartment at south
Jul 22, 2015 · Apt 3L
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color east wall in the 1st room from east located at apt 3l, 3rd story, apartment at south
Jul 22, 2015 · Apt 3L
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color east and north walls in the kitchen located at apt 3l, 3rd story, apartment at south
Jul 22, 2015 · Apt 3L
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the flushing apparatus and maintain same so as to flush effectively the water closet ... in the bathroom located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jul 5, 2015 · Apt 3L
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jul 5, 2015 · Apt 3L
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jul 5, 2015 · Apt 3L
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Provide adequate light of not less than 60 watts incandescent or equivalent illumination at ceiling at public hall, 1st story
Jul 5, 2015
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Remove the illegal fastening key operated double cylinder lock at front entrance metal gate , 1st story
Jul 5, 2015
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color north wall . in the kitchen located at apt 3l, 3rd story, apartment at east , section at southeast
Jun 2, 2015 · Apt 3L
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Cleanse to the satisfaction of this department the hallways and stairways throughout public hall .
Jun 2, 2015
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., 1st story
Jun 2, 2015
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color east wall . in the kitchen located at apt 3l, 3rd story, apartment at east , section at southeast
Jun 2, 2015 · Apt 3L
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood flooring and vinyl tiles near radiator in the kitchen located at apt 3l, 3rd story, apartment at east , section at southeast
Jun 2, 2015 · Apt 3L
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Remove all obstructions and repair all defects in water closet in the bathroom located at apt 3l, 3rd story, apartment at east , section at southeast
Jun 2, 2015 · Apt 3L
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective main entrance door locking device , 1st story
Jun 2, 2015
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.
Mar 27, 2015
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of offensive odors emanating at public hall, 1st story
Mar 27, 2015
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace with new the missing 2 balusters at 3 story public hall
Mar 27, 2015
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace with new the missing 2 balusters at 2 story public stairs
Mar 27, 2015
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Cleanse to the satisfaction of this department the all floors, all treads, all stories at public hall
Mar 27, 2015
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from window to fire escape or provide approved type gate ..... in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, apartment at east
Nov 23, 2013 · Apt 2R
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, apartment at east
Nov 23, 2013 · Apt 2R
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, apartment at east
Nov 23, 2013 · Apt 2R
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Nov 3, 2012 · Apt 2R
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Nov 3, 2012 · Apt 2R
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of rodents rats in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Nov 3, 2012 · Apt 2R
Closed — Violation closed
DOB building violations · 15
- Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2020 external low pressure inspection
Jun 30, 2023
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2021 external low pressure inspection
Jun 30, 2023
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2018 external low pressure inspection
Jun 20, 2023
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2019 external low pressure inspection
Jun 20, 2023
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2017 inspection report
Nov 8, 2019
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2014 inspection report
Oct 1, 2015
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2013 inspection report
Mar 3, 2015
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2012 inspection report
May 15, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2011 inspection report
Mar 1, 2013
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2010 inspection report
Dec 13, 2011
Dob violation - dismissed
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- 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 6, 2006
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 31, 2005
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 13, 2004
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 19, 2003
Dob violation - dismissed
ECB violations · 8
- Class - 1
Failure to submit the required parking structure initial observation report for an existing parking structure or a periodic inspection of a parking structure(pips) report documenting the conditions of psid#b000
Oct 1, 2024
Resolve - Class - 2
Jobsite fence not constructed pursuant to subsection. noted: 60ft of construction fence falling to ground. blocking pedestrian walkway with nails exposed and debris all over sidewalk. expired fence permit. rem:
Aug 23, 2018 · Penalty $2,000
Resolve - Class - 2
Unapproved unsafe unsuitable electricak equipment devices apparatus materials appliances or wiring in use.defective electrical fixtures & wiring around bldg.rem comply w/ ec code
Aug 3, 2015 · Penalty $830
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner at front facade vinyl siding is pulling away bulging at 2nd fl at fire escape wood sills completely deteriorated at windows continued neglect may result in seve
Jun 8, 2010 · Penalty $250
Resolve - Non-hazardous
36 49 emergency switch outside boiler rm door missing code section work without permit
Jan 26, 1999 · Penalty $2,900
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Work without a permit: in that 1 fire rated flaster throughout apartments at 2nd floor north. 2 removal of plumbing fixtures in apartment without a licensed plumber. remedy: obtain permit if feasible.
Dec 28, 1995 · Penalty $350
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Work without permit: work noted having removed fire rated plaster throughout apartments at 2nd floor-north side-also all plumbing fixtures removed placeing 1/2 sheet rock on partition walls.
Sep 25, 1991 · Penalty $1,000
Resolve - Unknown
Failure to maintain:free protection at 2nd & 3rd floors occupied apts.defect is-section of floors & ceiling missing at 2nd floor-north apartment-portition walls at bathroom area-not fire rated.
Sep 25, 1991 · Penalty $500
Resolve
Complaints
- General
Ventilation system
Jun 19, 2026 · Apt 3
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Mar 18, 2026 · Apt 3
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 21, 2025 · Apt BLDG
Close - Door/window
Door
Apr 23, 2024 · Apt 1
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Mar 29, 2024 · Apt 1
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 12, 2023 · Apt BLDG
Close - General
Cooking gas
Nov 12, 2023 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Dec 22, 2022 · Apt 1
Close - Electric
Power outage
Jul 20, 2015 · Apt 3L
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
May 25, 2015 · Apt 3L
Close
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- Door/window
Door
May 25, 2015 · Apt 3L
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
May 25, 2015 · Apt 3L
Close - Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
May 25, 2015 · Apt 3L
Close - Flooring/stairs
Stairs
May 25, 2015 · Apt 3L
Close - Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
Mar 24, 2015 · Apt 3L
Close - Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
Mar 24, 2015 · Apt 3L
Close - Flooring/stairs
Stairs
Mar 24, 2015 · Apt 3L
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 31, 2015 · Apt 1
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 14, 2015 · Apt 2R
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 3, 2014 · Apt 3L
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 2, 2014 · Apt 3L
Close - Heating
Heat related
Nov 20, 2013 · Apt 2R
Close - Heating
Heat related
Nov 5, 2012 · Apt NA
Close - Heating
Heat related
Oct 29, 2012 · Apt 2R
Close - Nonconst
Smoke detector
Oct 29, 2012 · Apt 2R
Close - Nonconst
Carbon monoxide
Oct 29, 2012 · Apt 2R
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Oct 29, 2012 · Apt 2R
Close - General
Windows
Oct 29, 2012 · Apt 2R
Close - General
Windows
Oct 29, 2012 · Apt 2R
Close - General
Windows
Sep 11, 2012 · Apt 2R
Close - Nonconst
Carbon monoxide
Sep 11, 2012 · Apt 2R
Close - General
Windows
Sep 11, 2012 · Apt 2R
Close - Nonconst
Smoke detector
Sep 11, 2012 · Apt 2R
Close - General
Cooking gas
Sep 11, 2012 · Apt 2R
Close - Heating
Heat related
Sep 11, 2012 · Apt 2R
Close - General
Window guards
Sep 11, 2012 · Apt 2R
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
May 30, 2012 · Apt 2R
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
May 30, 2012 · Apt 2R
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
May 30, 2012 · Apt 2R
Close - General
Windows
May 30, 2012 · Apt 2R
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Jun 20, 2011 · Apt 3R
Close - General
Windows
Aug 9, 2010 · Apt 2L
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
May 28, 2010 · Apt 2L
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
May 28, 2010 · Apt 2L
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
May 28, 2010 · Apt 2L
Close - Nonconst
Carbon monoxide
May 28, 2010 · Apt 2L
Close - Nonconst
Smoke detector
May 28, 2010 · Apt 2L
Close - General
Cooking gas
May 12, 2010 · Apt 2L
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
May 12, 2010 · Apt 2L
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
May 12, 2010 · Apt 2L
Close
Sales history
| Date | Price | Type | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 15, 2025 | $2,500,000 | Rentals - 4-10 unit | 6 |
Building details
- Building type
- Mixed residential and retail building (S9)
- Year built
- 1931
- Floors
- 3
- Residential units
- 4
- Building area
- 5,350 ft²
- Lot area
- 2,500 ft²
- Zoning
- R6
- Community board
- 304
- Council district
- 37
- Block / lot
- 3361 / 33
- Assessed value
- $593,550
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #363904, last renewed Apr 20, 2026.
Questions about 1287 Madison Street
Who owns 1287 Madison Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 628 Knickerbocker Bh LLC.
Does 1287 Madison Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 148 housing violations at this property.
Is 1287 Madison 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 1287 Madison Street built?
City records list 1931 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 1287 Madison Street?
It has 4 residential units and 6 units in total.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.