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1221 Flatbush Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11226BBL 3-05210-0001Map

Owner of record: Avenue D Realty LLC

1221 Flatbush Avenue is a mixed residential and retail building built in 1933 in Brooklyn, 11226. It has 4 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is Avenue D Realty LLC. HPD has recorded 52 housing violations here, most recently on May 4, 2026. 36 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
52
DOB violations
16
ECB violations
6
HPD complaints
198

What to know

Concern
3 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 · 52

  • 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

    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 20, 2025

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at east wall, south wall, west walls and ceiling at public hall stairs, 1st story

    Sep 15, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant plaster at east wall, south wall, west walls and ceiling at public hall stairs, 1st story

    Sep 15, 2025

    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

    Sep 15, 2025

    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

    Sep 15, 2025

    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.

    Sep 15, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes consisting of flower pots at 3rd story balcony at building front at fire escape

    Sep 15, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes consisting of household items at 2nd story balcony at building front at fire escape

    Sep 15, 2025

    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.

    Jun 9, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
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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 29, 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 10, 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 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 22, 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.

    Feb 24, 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
  • 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 22, 2017

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of heat for the apartment in the entire apartment located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Dec 21, 2016 · Apt 3L

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective and make operative the stove in the kitchen located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Dec 21, 2016 · Apt 3L

    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 at public hall , 1st story

    Dec 21, 2016

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

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

    Dec 21, 2016

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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 3r, 3rd story, apartment at north

    Nov 15, 2016 · Apt 3R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 3r, 3rd story, apartment at north

    Nov 15, 2016 · Apt 3R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

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

    Sep 7, 2016 · Apt 3L

    Open — Nov certified late
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin water bugs in the 4th room from east located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 7, 2016 · Apt 3L

    Open — Nov certified late
  • B

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

    Sep 7, 2016

    Open — Nov certified late
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retarded plaster at east wall, intermediate landing to bulkhead , 3rd story

    Jun 7, 2016

    Open — Not complied with
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department east wall, intermediate landing to bulkhead , 3rd story

    Jun 7, 2016

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jun 7, 2016 · Apt 3L

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jun 7, 2016 · Apt 3L

    Open — Not complied with
  • A

    Properly repair the broken or defective bell/buzzer system from building entrance to apartment located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jun 7, 2016 · Apt 3L

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes air conditioner installed at window located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jul 11, 2012 · Apt 2

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

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

    Jul 11, 2012 · Apt 2

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at washbasin in the bathroom located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jul 11, 2012 · Apt 2

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of evidence of water leak at ceiling in the 4th room from east located at apt 2, 2nd story, apartment at west

    Nov 18, 2011 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, apartment at west

    Nov 18, 2011 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

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

    Nov 18, 2011 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace with new the missing locking assembly to front entrance door to building , 1st story

    Mar 24, 2010

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

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

    Jan 5, 2010

    Open — Nov certified late
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the bathroom , the 2nd room from east, the 5th room from east located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Dec 14, 2009 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov certified late
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) baseboard at north wall, south wall, 1st window frame from west at north wall, 1st window frame from south at west wall in the 4th room from east located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jan 10, 2006 · Apt 3L

    Open — Defect letter issued
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) south wall in the 4th room from east located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Mar 1, 2005 · Apt 3L

    Open — Violation reopen
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) south wall in the bathroom located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Mar 1, 2005 · Apt 3L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) 1st closet from south at west wall wall, 1st radiator from east at south wall, north wall, south wall, 1st window frame from west at north wall in the 3rd room from east located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Mar 1, 2005 · Apt 3L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Arrange and make self-closing the doors .. in the entrance located at apt 2f, 2nd story

    May 17, 2004 · Apt 2F

    Open — Not complied with
  • A

    Properly secure the loose washbasin vanity in the bathroom located at apt 3-r, 3rd story

    Jun 19, 2000 · Apt 3-R

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

    Properly repair the broken or defective bell door buzzer to 2 sty front apt 4 , section '' ''

    Oct 15, 1992 · Apt 4

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Arrange and make self-closing the doors entrance 3 sty front apt 3f. , section '' ''

    Jul 2, 1990 · Apt 3F

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

    Arrange and make self-closing the doors entrance 2 sty apt 2r north , section '' ''

    Jun 21, 1990 · Apt 2R

    Open — Not complied with

DOB building violations · 16

  • 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 2021 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 30, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2014 inspection report

    Oct 1, 2015

    Dob violation - active
  • 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

    Feb 7, 2000

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 16, 1999

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    May 4, 1998

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Sep 16, 1997

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 10, 1997

    Dob violation - dismissed
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  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Aug 29, 1995

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jun 1, 1994

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Aug 16, 1993

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jun 1, 1993

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boiler boiler optional

    36

    Dec 17, 1990

    Vp*-violation unserved ecb- dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Jul 17, 1990

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 6

  • Non-hazardous

    49- install check valve- back flow preventor five pipe not properly sealed to chiminey base.

    Sep 17, 2001 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Altered building occupied without a valid c of o as required by alteration application 510/85 remedy obtain a c 0f o or discontinue illegal use

    Mar 17, 1993 · Penalty $500

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Altered building occupied with out a valid certificate of occupancy as required under alteration appl#510/85 remedy obtain a certificate of occupancy as required under alteration appl#510/85 or discontinue the

    Dec 21, 1990 · Penalty $285

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Occupancy contrary to department records of the brooklyn real estate register 1989-90 permissible use - commercial stores with apartments above to auto repairs shop. at the 1st sty. remedy: discontinue the unla

    Dec 21, 1990 · Penalty $285

    Resolve
  • Unknown

    36

    Dec 17, 1990 · Penalty $125

    Active
  • Non-hazardous

    Altered building occupied without a valid c of o as required under alt 510/85. remedy: obtain a c of o

    May 8, 1990 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jul 5, 2025 · Apt 2FLOOR

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jul 5, 2025 · Apt 2FLOOR

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Dec 19, 2016 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Dec 19, 2016 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 19, 2016 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 17, 2016 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 11, 2016 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    May 29, 2016 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Safety

    Smoke detector

    May 29, 2016 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    May 29, 2016 · Apt 3L

    Close
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  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    May 29, 2016 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    May 29, 2016 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Safety

    Carbon monoxide detector

    May 29, 2016 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    May 29, 2016 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Electric

    No lighting

    May 29, 2016 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Electric

    No lighting

    May 29, 2016 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Safety

    Carbon monoxide detector

    May 29, 2016 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Safety

    Smoke detector

    May 29, 2016 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    May 29, 2016 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    May 29, 2016 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Jan 25, 2013 · Apt 2

    Close
  • General

    Doors

    Jan 25, 2013 · Apt 2

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Jan 25, 2013 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Jul 9, 2012 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jul 9, 2012 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jul 9, 2012 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Nov 16, 2011 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Nov 16, 2011 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Nov 16, 2011 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Nov 16, 2011 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Nov 16, 2011 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Nov 16, 2011 · Apt 2

    Close
  • General

    Doors

    Oct 28, 2011 · Apt 2

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Oct 28, 2011 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Oct 28, 2011 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Oct 28, 2011 · Apt 2

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Oct 28, 2011 · Apt 2

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Oct 28, 2011 · Apt 2

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Oct 28, 2011 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 28, 2011 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 27, 2011 · Apt 2

    Close
  • General

    Doors

    Oct 13, 2011 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Jul 13, 2011 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 2, 2010 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 31, 2010 · Apt 2

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Mar 23, 2010 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Mar 23, 2010 · Apt 2

    Close
  • General

    Locks

    Mar 23, 2010 · Apt 2

    Close
  • General

    Doors

    Mar 23, 2010 · Apt 2

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Mar 6, 2010 · Apt 3R

    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
1933
Floors
3
Residential units
4
Building area
4,100 ft²
Lot area
1,630 ft²
Zoning
R7A
Community board
314
Council district
45
Block / lot
5210 / 1
Assessed value
$412,200
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #332926, last renewed Mar 5, 2026.

Questions about 1221 Flatbush Avenue

Who owns 1221 Flatbush Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Avenue D Realty LLC.

Does 1221 Flatbush Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 52 housing violations at this property.

Is 1221 Flatbush 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 1221 Flatbush Avenue built?

City records list 1933 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 1221 Flatbush Avenue?

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.