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156 Cornelia Street

Brooklyn, NY 11221BBL 3-03382-0030Map

Owner of record: Edmond Varner

156 Cornelia Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1905 in Brooklyn, 11221. It has 3 residential units across 2 floors. The owner of record is Edmond Varner. HPD has recorded 58 housing violations here, most recently on May 4, 2026. 11 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
58
DOB violations
0
ECB violations
0
HPD complaints
12

What to know

Concern
5 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation May 4, 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 · 58

  • 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.

    May 4, 2026

    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.

    Jun 9, 2025

    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, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective at door leading to cellar at public hall

    Sep 21, 2023

    Open — Invalid certification
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective at vestibule at public hall

    Sep 21, 2023

    Open — Invalid certification
  • B

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

    Sep 21, 2023

    Open — Invalid certification
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing located at apt 2, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 21, 2023 · Apt 2

    Open — Invalid certification
  • A

    Refit window lower sash at east wall in the 1st room from east at north located at apt 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 21, 2023 · Apt 3

    Open — Certification postponment denied
  • C

    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 = 2; wg to replace = 0; wg to repair = 2; in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 21, 2023 · Apt 3

    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 22, 2023

    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.

    Nov 10, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    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 missing at public hall, 1st story

    Oct 27, 2022

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Oct 27, 2022 · Apt 3

    Open — Not complied with
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Oct 27, 2022 · Apt 3

    Open — Not complied with
  • A

    Refit doors at base cabinet at sink in the kitchen located at apt 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Oct 27, 2022 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the west wall in the kitchen located at apt 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Oct 27, 2022 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the south and west walls in the foyer located at apt 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Oct 27, 2022 · Apt 3

    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.

    Oct 27, 2022

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box missing at public hall, 1st story

    Oct 27, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    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 27, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    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.

    Oct 27, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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

    Oct 27, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    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 27, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective door lock in the entrance located at apt 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Oct 27, 2022 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective mechanical ventilation system in the bathroom located at apt 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Oct 27, 2022 · Apt 3

    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 23, 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 23, 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.

    Apr 8, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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 , 1st story

    May 17, 2017

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box , , 1st story

    May 17, 2017

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    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. , 1st story

    May 17, 2017

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    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., 1st story

    May 17, 2017

    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

    May 17, 2017

    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.

    Oct 8, 2015

    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 18, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Install the missing or repair/replace the defective window guard(s) throughout the public areas in accordance with the specifications of the new york city health code section 24 rcny chapter 12. at public hall, 2nd story

    Nov 23, 2011

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Replace with new the missing putty upper & lower sash windows basement apt 1 thru out. located at apt 1

    Dec 2, 1987 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of scuttle cover unopenable 3 sty public hall to roof er1.

    Dec 2, 1987

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Provide ventilation louvre boiler room enclosure cellar.

    Dec 2, 1987

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective boiler room enclosure cellar.

    Dec 2, 1987

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the cellar thru out.

    Dec 2, 1987

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective plasterboard ceiling rear cellar.

    Dec 2, 1987

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes 2 sty rear balcony.

    Dec 2, 1987

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice & roaches basement apt 1 thru out. located at apt 1

    Dec 2, 1987 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective basement apt 1. located at apt 1

    Dec 2, 1987 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective 2 sty apt 3. located at apt 3

    Dec 2, 1987 · Apt 3

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Replace with new the missing electric switch plate cover north wall 1 sty public hall.

    Nov 23, 1987

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of uncapped gas pipe east wall 1 sty south apt 2 kitchen. located at apt 2

    Nov 23, 1987 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective 1 sty south apt 2 lewis. located at apt 2

    Nov 23, 1987 · Apt 2

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Properly secure the loose newel post & handrail 1 sty public hall.

    Nov 23, 1987

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 0

No DOB violations on record

ECB violations · 0

No ECB violations on record

Complaints

  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 20, 2022 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Aug 24, 2022 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Aug 24, 2022 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 6, 2018 · Apt 1FL

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    May 11, 2017 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 22, 2011 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 7, 2011 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 6, 2011 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Apr 5, 2011 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 24, 2011 · Apt 3

    Close
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  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 19, 2011 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    May 11, 2010 · Apt 3

    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
1905
Floors
2
Residential units
3
Building area
2,499 ft²
Lot area
1,850 ft²
Zoning
R6
Community board
304
Council district
37
Block / lot
3382 / 30
Assessed value
$119,880
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #333281, last renewed Jul 17, 2025.

Questions about 156 Cornelia Street

Who owns 156 Cornelia Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Edmond Varner.

Does 156 Cornelia Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 58 housing violations at this property.

Is 156 Cornelia 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 Cornelia Street built?

City records list 1905 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 156 Cornelia 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.