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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

Concern
2 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation Mar 20, 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 · 148

  • C

    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
  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system door to boiler room locked at cellar

    Jan 23, 2025

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    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
  • C

    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
  • C

    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
  • C

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective mortise lock at building front entrance door , 1st story

    Jun 3, 2024

    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 18, 2024

    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 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.

    Apr 3, 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 23, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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  • C

    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
  • C

    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
  • 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
  • B

    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
  • B

    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
  • B

    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
  • 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 12, 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 12, 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
  • 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, 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 10, 2016

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Provide adequate light of not less than 60 watts incandescent or equivalent illumination .. at public hall, 1st story

    Jul 22, 2015

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    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
  • B

    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
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing located at apt 3l, 3rd story, apartment at south

    Jul 22, 2015 · Apt 3L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    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
  • B

    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
  • B

    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
  • B

    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
  • B

    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
  • B

    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
  • C

    Remove the illegal fastening key operated double cylinder lock at front entrance metal gate , 1st story

    Jul 5, 2015

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    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
  • A

    Cleanse to the satisfaction of this department the hallways and stairways throughout public hall .

    Jun 2, 2015

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    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
  • B

    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
  • B

    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
  • C

    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
  • C

    Replace with new the broken or defective main entrance door locking device , 1st story

    Jun 2, 2015

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    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
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of offensive odors emanating at public hall, 1st story

    Mar 27, 2015

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace with new the missing 2 balusters at 3 story public hall

    Mar 27, 2015

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace with new the missing 2 balusters at 2 story public stairs

    Mar 27, 2015

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Cleanse to the satisfaction of this department the all floors, all treads, all stories at public hall

    Mar 27, 2015

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    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
  • B

    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
  • B

    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
  • B

    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
  • B

    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
  • C

    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

DatePriceTypeUnits
Dec 15, 2025$2,500,000Rentals - 4-10 unit6

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.