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216 Montauk Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11208BBL 3-04023-0030Map

Owner of record: Hensford, Rawle J

216 Montauk Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1901 in Brooklyn, 11208. It has 3 residential units across 2 floors. The owner of record is Hensford, Rawle J. HPD has recorded 53 housing violations here, most recently on June 10, 2026. 31 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
53
DOB violations
0
ECB violations
4
HPD complaints
30

What to know

Concern
13 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation Jun 10, 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 · 53

  • C

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... greater than 30 sq ft at all walls and ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jun 10, 2026 · Apt 2R

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at door in the entrance located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jun 10, 2026 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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.

    Jun 10, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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

    Jun 10, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color all walls and ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jun 10, 2026 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Properly repair and abate unsafe electric wiring condition consisting of exposed wires at electrical outlet at west wall in the kitchen located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jun 10, 2026 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all walls and ceilings in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jun 10, 2026 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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

    Jun 10, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mailbox missing

    Jun 10, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Post a proper notice of carbon monoxide detecting device requirements, in a form approved by commissioner, in a common area of a class a multiple dwelling near inspection certificate or provide notice to tenants in private dwellings missing

    Jun 10, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
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  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at vestibule door at public hall, 1st story

    Jun 10, 2026

    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.

    May 5, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at door in the entrance located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Feb 2, 2026 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of heat for the apartment in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Feb 2, 2026 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system door locked at cellar, 1st story

    Feb 2, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... greater than 10 square ft at ceiling and all walls in the bathroom located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Feb 2, 2026 · Apt 2R

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at vestibule door

    Feb 2, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at building entrance door

    Feb 2, 2026

    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.

    Nov 18, 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.

    Jun 10, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approximately 8 sq feet at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    May 19, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective wood vanity at washbasin in the bathroom located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    May 19, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov certified late
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approximately 8 sq feet at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west original violation 16982818 issued 19-may-24 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code §27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).

    May 19, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    May 19, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    May 19, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • 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 11, 2024

    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.

    Nov 17, 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 24, 2023

    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.

    Nov 7, 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.

    Mar 1, 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.

    Mar 1, 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 12, 2021

    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
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of house hold items at vestibule at public hall, 1st story

    Dec 2, 2020

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, apartment at west

    Dec 2, 2020 · Apt 2R

    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.

    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.

    Oct 18, 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 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
  • 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 13, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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 2f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Apr 27, 2014 · Apt 2F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Remove the illegal fastening eye and hasp at scuttle ladder exit door to roof capable of being padlocked at public hall, 2nd story

    Apr 27, 2014

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

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

    Mar 11, 2014 · Apt 2F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the nuisance consisting of mold ... approximately 15 square feet on ceiling and walls. in the bathroom located at apt 2f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Mar 11, 2014 · Apt 2F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Reset, so as to secure a proper and tight connection, the water closet bowl .. in the bathroom located at apt 2f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Mar 11, 2014 · Apt 2F

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the flushing apparatus and maintain same so as to flush effectively the water closet .. in the bathroom located at apt 2f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Mar 11, 2014 · Apt 2F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing. in the entire apartment located at apt 2f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Mar 11, 2014 · Apt 2F

    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 2f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Mar 11, 2014 · Apt 2F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 2f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Mar 11, 2014 · Apt 2F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

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

    Mar 11, 2014

    Closed — Violation dismissed

DOB building violations · 0

No DOB violations on record

ECB violations · 4

  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply w/ commissioners order to obtain a permit per violation 34634136l installing 3pc bthrm residential sink etc at cellar w/o a permit. remedy: correct condition cited in 34634136l.

    Dec 12, 2008

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to comply w/ an order of comm to correct violation 34634136(l)for plumbing 3pcs residential sink & partition walls at cellar w/o a permit no record of correction in dob records remedy correct violation

    Jun 27, 2008

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Work w/o a permit work noted cellar erected interior wall partition creating a 3pc bathroom a full kitchen with a microwave oven and also two bedroom remedy: obtain a permit or restore to prior legal condition

    Feb 28, 2008 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Residence altered for occupancy as a dwelling for more than the legally approved number of families noted cellar class a apt 3pc bathroom a full kitchen with a microwave oven and also two bedroom remedy:

    Feb 28, 2008 · Penalty $1,850

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Jun 6, 2026 · Apt 2RTENA

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    May 29, 2026 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    May 29, 2026 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 28, 2026 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    May 16, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    May 16, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    May 16, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    May 16, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    May 16, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Dec 7, 2022 · Apt 2R

    Close
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  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Dec 7, 2022 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Dec 7, 2022 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Dec 7, 2022 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Nov 23, 2020 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Nov 23, 2020 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Nov 23, 2020 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Apr 30, 2014 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Mar 7, 2014 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Mar 7, 2014 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Mar 7, 2014 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Mar 7, 2014 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Mar 2, 2014 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Mar 2, 2014 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Mar 2, 2014 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 9, 2014 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 5, 2013 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 29, 2011 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 13, 2011 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 18, 2008 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 16, 2006 · Apt 1FL

    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
1901
Floors
2
Residential units
3
Building area
1,904 ft²
Lot area
2,000 ft²
Zoning
R5
Community board
305
Council district
42
Block / lot
4023 / 30
Assessed value
$57,000
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #374294, last renewed Mar 3, 2026.

Questions about 216 Montauk Avenue

Who owns 216 Montauk Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Hensford, Rawle J.

Does 216 Montauk Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 53 housing violations at this property.

Is 216 Montauk 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 216 Montauk Avenue built?

City records list 1901 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 216 Montauk Avenue?

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.