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947 Liberty Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11208BBL 3-04157-0067Map

Owner of record: Guy, Paula

947 Liberty Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1920 in Brooklyn, 11208. It has 3 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is Guy, Paula. HPD has recorded 64 housing violations here, most recently on May 5, 2026. 7 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
64
DOB violations
2
ECB violations
13
HPD complaints
77

What to know

Concern
1 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation May 5, 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 · 64

  • 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

    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

    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 10, 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 17, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Replace with new the missing botten glass pain broken , 3rd story

    May 18, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color east wall , 3rd story

    May 18, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing , 3rd story

    May 18, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing , 3rd story

    May 18, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets washbasin , 3rd story

    May 18, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Replace with new the missing kitchen cabinet , 3rd story

    May 18, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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  • 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
  • C

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

    Aug 24, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective repair the door at building entrance , 1st story

    Aug 24, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective light fixture at ceiling in the 3rd room from north located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Aug 24, 2022 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective light fixture at ceiling in the 2nd room from north at west located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Aug 24, 2022 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective light fixture at ceiling in the 1st room from north at west located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Aug 24, 2022 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Aug 24, 2022 · Apt 3

    Open — Invalid certification
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective repair in the entrance located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Aug 24, 2022 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective rubber gasket at refrigerator door in the kitchen located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Aug 24, 2022 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at the ceiling in the 4th room from north at west located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Aug 24, 2022 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the roof so that it will not leak over the ceiling in the 4th room from north at west located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Aug 24, 2022 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the 4th room from north at west located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Aug 24, 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 25, 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 25, 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 9, 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.

    Apr 9, 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 18, 2018

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Provide and maintain approved mail receptacles and directories for the persons residing in the dwelling as provided in the u.s. postal regulations., 1st story

    May 7, 2018

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace with new the missing balusters at balustrade, total five at public hall, 2nd story

    May 7, 2018

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations missing at public hall, 1st story

    May 7, 2018

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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. at public hall, 1st story

    May 7, 2018

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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

    May 7, 2018

    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.

    May 7, 2018

    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

    May 7, 2018

    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 27, 2017

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Remove the illegal fastening key operated lock installed at door leading to fire escape window in the 1st room from north at west located at apt 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Aug 20, 2015 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector which is missing two smoke detector in the 1sty apt 1fl.

    Jun 10, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector which is missing two smoke detector in the 2sty apt 2fl.

    Jun 10, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector which is missing two smoke detector in the 3sty apt 3fl.

    Jun 10, 2015

    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 1fl, 1st story

    Jun 10, 2015 · Apt 1FL

    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 2fl, 2nd story

    Jun 10, 2015 · Apt 2FL

    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 3fl, 3rd story

    Jun 10, 2015 · Apt 3FL

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Discontinue unlawful overcrowding 2nd and 3sty apt. ( 18 adults present ) -livable sq,ft, 1152,

    Jun 10, 2015

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of heat for the apartment in the entire apartment located at apt 1a, 1st story

    Mar 27, 2013 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of heat from an approved central heating system, or an approved system of gas or electrical heating in good operating condition for the dwelling unit in the entire apartment located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Feb 22, 2013 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of scalding hot water in the entire apartment located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Feb 22, 2013 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Section 65 m/d law provide under completed permit, a proper enclosure for the central heating plant, ... at boiler room

    Feb 22, 2013

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective plaster board and metal ceiling throughout at cellar

    Feb 22, 2013

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the entire area at cellar

    Feb 22, 2013

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Feb 22, 2013 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 2

  • Construction other optional

    Does not comply with hmc 27-207.5 in that there is not 80 sq ft of livable space per person throughout, current livable space is approx 1861 sq ft & observed occupancy is 24 beds/persons

    Jul 14, 2015

    Dob violation - active
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Nov 20, 2014

    Dob violation - active

ECB violations · 13

  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner. use of prohibited door and hardware per bc 1008.1.8: 27-371(k) noted at 2nd fl apt, middle door with double key cylinder lock. rmdy: remove the illegal hardwa

    May 30, 2018 · Penalty $3,125

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/the comm's order to file c of c w/the dob's for notice of vio #35107381k issued on 8/20/14 pursuant to 28-204.4 & 1rcny 102-01. occupancy contrary to that allowed by c of o or dob records.

    Mar 30, 2015 · Penalty $4,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply with the commissioner's order to file a certificate of correction w/dob for nov#351073812 issued on 8/20/14 pursuant to 28204.4 & 1rcny 102-01.failure to maintain bldg walls or appurtenances.

    Feb 12, 2015 · Penalty $4,000

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/commissioner's order to file a certificate of correction w/dob for nov #35107381k issued on 10/11/14 pursuant to 28-204.4 and 1 rcny 102-01. rmdy: file a certificate of correction.

    Dec 10, 2014 · Penalty $4,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/the commissioner's order to file a c of c w/the dept of buildings for notice of violation #35107381k issued on 8/20/14 pursuant to 28-204.4 & 1rcny 102-01. occupancy contrary to dob records

    Nov 19, 2014 · Penalty $4,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Occup contrary to dob records(hpp)dob records indicates bldg to be legal 3 fams.(mpr #324694)illegal occup noted:bldg now being used as 3 quarter of transitional home.rem:discontinue illegal use.

    Aug 20, 2014 · Penalty $12,000

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Failure to file (cal) w/dob pursuant to 28-204.2 for violation #349040304 - for occupancy contrary etc. remedy: file c of c.

    Jun 19, 2011 · Penalty $400

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to correct conditions cited in nov 34904032h for work done w/o a permit construction work etc remedy correct donditions cited

    Jun 14, 2011

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to file c of c with dob pursuant to 28-204.2 for violation 34904031x failure to provide required means of egress. remedy: file c of c.

    Jun 14, 2011 · Penalty $400

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by c/o or bldg dept records. legal 3 family dwelling under l.n.o #2063/07 (based)on hpd mdr #324694 & i-cards has been subdivided into 13 sro rooms w/common kitchen & bathroom

    Apr 22, 2011 · Penalty $6,000

    Resolve
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  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain bldg in a code-compliant manner. failure to provide # of required means of egress for every flr per bc 1018.1 & 27-366. existing 3 family dwelling illegally subdivided into 13 sros. rooms &

    Apr 22, 2011 · Penalty $6,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Work w/o a permit existing 3 family dwelling under lno #2063/07 illegally subdivided into 13 sro rooms. all interior partition, plumbing & electrical work done completed w/o first obtaining any permits or

    Apr 22, 2011

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by c/o & dob records. 3 sty 3 class'a' apts converted into 3 sty - 13 'b' rooms thru/out bldg all stys. remedy: discontinue illegal use of amended c/o.

    Apr 19, 2011 · Penalty $600

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Aug 22, 2022 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Aug 22, 2022 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Aug 22, 2022 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Aug 22, 2022 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Aug 22, 2022 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Aug 22, 2022 · Apt 3

    Close
  • General

    Mailbox

    Aug 22, 2022 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Stairs

    Aug 22, 2022 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 27, 2018 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Apr 28, 2018 · Apt 2

    Close
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  • Door/window

    Door

    Apr 28, 2018 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Apr 28, 2018 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Safety

    Window guard broken/missing

    Apr 28, 2018 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Electric

    No lighting

    Apr 28, 2018 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 1, 2017 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Mar 25, 2013 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Mar 18, 2013 · Apt NA

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 21, 2013 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 15, 2013 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 11, 2013 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 9, 2013 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 8, 2013 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 8, 2013 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 7, 2013 · Apt NA

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 24, 2013 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 24, 2012 · Apt 3FLR

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 14, 2012 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 5, 2012 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Sep 8, 2012 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Sep 8, 2012 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Sep 8, 2012 · Apt 2

    Close
  • General

    Doors

    Sep 8, 2012 · Apt 2

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Sep 8, 2012 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Sep 8, 2012 · Apt 2

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Sep 8, 2012 · Apt 2

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Sep 8, 2012 · Apt 2

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Sep 8, 2012 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Sep 8, 2012 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Sep 8, 2012 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Aug 23, 2012 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Aug 23, 2012 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Aug 23, 2012 · Apt 2

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Aug 23, 2012 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Aug 23, 2012 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Aug 23, 2012 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Aug 23, 2012 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Aug 23, 2012 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Aug 23, 2012 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Aug 23, 2012 · Apt 2

    Close
  • General

    Doors

    Aug 23, 2012 · Apt 2

    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
1920
Floors
3
Residential units
3
Building area
2,700 ft²
Lot area
1,845 ft²
Zoning
R6A
Community board
305
Council district
37
Block / lot
4157 / 67
Assessed value
$60,120
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #324694, last renewed Aug 29, 2025.

Questions about 947 Liberty Avenue

Who owns 947 Liberty Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Guy, Paula.

Does 947 Liberty Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 64 housing violations at this property.

Is 947 Liberty 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 947 Liberty Avenue built?

City records list 1920 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 947 Liberty 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.