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196 Martense Street

Brooklyn, NY 11226BBL 3-05091-0009Map

Owner of record: 2701 Church Avenue, LLC

196 Martense Street is a mixed residential and retail building built in 1966 in Brooklyn, 11226. It has 4 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is 2701 Church Avenue, LLC. HPD has recorded 46 housing violations here, most recently on May 5, 2026. 5 of the 46 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
46
DOB violations
15
ECB violations
0
HPD complaints
28

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 · 46

  • 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
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of bicycle, cart at public hall, 3rd story

    Sep 11, 2025

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of metal door installed at prevented position ,and obstrusted egress path throught public hall stairs to roof at public hall, 3rd story

    Sep 11, 2025

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of wagon cart, storage rack, at public hall, 2nd story

    Sep 11, 2025

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Remove device preventing door from being self-closing wood wedge at vestibule , 1st story

    Sep 11, 2025

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of household articles throughout stair treads, at public hall stairs, 3rd story

    Sep 11, 2025

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Abate the nuisance consisting of evidence of rats and all underlying causes creating the pest infestations, by using integrated pest management (ipm), eliminate all burrow entry and passageways, pest nests, holes, gaps or cracks in walls, ceilings, floors, fixing leaks and managing garbage in public areas. evidence found at the building front entrance court

    Sep 11, 2025

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Replace with new the missing ccover lids at regular tash bins, at the waste collections area, of the building front entrance sections court

    Sep 11, 2025

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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.

    Sep 11, 2025

    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

    Sep 11, 2025

    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.

    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 11, 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.

    Mar 23, 2023

    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, 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

    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 18, 2018

    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

    Aug 11, 2017

    Open — Not complied with
  • 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. at public hall, 1st story

    Aug 11, 2017

    Open — Not complied with
  • 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

    Aug 11, 2017

    Open — Not complied with
  • 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
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department east and west walls at vestibule, 1st story

    Nov 23, 2015

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at east and west walls at vestibule, 1st story

    Nov 23, 2015

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

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

    Nov 23, 2015 · Apt 2F

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

    Repair the broken or defective connection waste line at sink in the kitchen located at apt 2f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Nov 23, 2015 · Apt 2F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at sink in the kitchen located at apt 2f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Nov 23, 2015 · Apt 2F

    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 13, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of roaches located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jul 24, 2015 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). inoperable located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jul 24, 2015 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector inoperable located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jul 24, 2015 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector inoperable located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Dec 2, 2014 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Replace with new the broken or defective metal door leading to roof extension in the kitchen located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Dec 2, 2014 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). inoperable located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Dec 2, 2014 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Remove all obstructions and repair all defects in the wash basin in the bathroom located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Dec 2, 2014 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Provide fixed ventilation for fresh air supply to insure proper combustion (gas fired boiler) in the boiler room at basement

    Mar 14, 2014

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the , at basement

    Mar 14, 2014

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective inoperative counter balance of lower thermo sash on egress window in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Dec 26, 2013 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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 = 1; wg to replace = 0; wg to repair = 0; in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Dec 26, 2013 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

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

    Dec 26, 2013 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

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

    Dec 26, 2013 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

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

    Dec 26, 2013 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Section 53, 187, 231 m/d law and department rules and regulations. provide a shoe properly secured to bottom of string of dropladder on fire escape at west yard

    Dec 11, 2013

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective or inoperative bell system from 1 story public hall vestibule to apt located at apt 2f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Dec 11, 2013 · Apt 2F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the 3rd room from north located at apt 2f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Dec 11, 2013 · Apt 2F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Remove the illegal fastening lockable slide bolt installed on door at public hall stair bulkhead to roof

    Feb 23, 2012

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 15

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2024 external low pressure inspection

    Nov 14, 2025

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2023 external low pressure inspection

    Sep 23, 2024

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2020 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 30, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2021 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 30, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2018 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 20, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2019 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 20, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2022 external low pressure inspection

    Apr 25, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2017 inspection report

    Nov 8, 2019

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2016 inspection report

    Apr 6, 2018

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2015 inspection report

    Feb 24, 2017

    Dob violation - active
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  • 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

    Lblvio-low pressure boiler boiler required

    Dec 31, 2009

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • 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 3, 2008

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jul 25, 1994

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 0

No ECB violations on record

Complaints

  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Sep 10, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Jun 30, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Dec 27, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Mar 15, 2015 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 15, 2015 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Safety

    Carbon monoxide detector

    Nov 25, 2014 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Nov 25, 2014 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Nov 25, 2014 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Nov 25, 2014 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Nov 25, 2014 · Apt 2R

    Close
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  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Nov 25, 2014 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • General

    Cooking gas

    Nov 25, 2014 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 27, 2014 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Sep 10, 2014 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 23, 2013 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 15, 2013 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 30, 2012 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • General

    Doors

    Apr 13, 2012 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • General

    Locks

    Dec 1, 2011 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Dec 1, 2011 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Dec 1, 2011 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • General

    Window guards

    Dec 1, 2011 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jun 3, 2011 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Jun 3, 2011 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Jun 3, 2011 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 6, 2010 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 31, 2007 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 23, 2005 · Apt BLDG

    Close

Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

Sales come from the NYC Department of Finance rolling sales file.

Building details

Building type
Mixed residential and retail building (S9)
Year built
1966
Floors
3
Residential units
4
Building area
6,488 ft²
Lot area
3,038 ft²
Zoning
R6
Community board
317
Council district
40
Block / lot
5091 / 9
Assessed value
$492,300
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #360930, last renewed Jul 28, 2026.

Questions about 196 Martense Street

Who owns 196 Martense Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 2701 Church Avenue, LLC.

Does 196 Martense Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 46 housing violations at this property.

Is 196 Martense 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 196 Martense Street built?

City records list 1966 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 196 Martense Street?

It has 4 residential units and 10 units in total.

Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.