556 East 4 Street
Brooklyn, NY 11218BBL 3-05372-0041Map
Owner of record: Yrc Property LLC
556 East 4 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1921 in Brooklyn, 11218. It has 23 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is Yrc Property LLC. HPD has recorded 161 housing violations here, most recently on August 22, 2026. 23 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 23 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.
- HPD violations
- 161
- DOB violations
- 5
- ECB violations
- 3
- HPD complaints
- 79
What to know
Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.
Date of the most recent HPD inspection that found a problem.
No balance due on recent ECB violations.
Rent stabilization
Counts come from owners' rent-stabilization filings shown on NYC Department of Finance tax bills, as extracted by JustFix. They tell you a building has stabilized apartments, not which ones.
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Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 161
- BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 5d, 4th story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Aug 22, 2026 · Apt 5D
Open — Civ14 mailed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 5d, 4th story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Aug 22, 2026 · Apt 5D
Open — Civ14 mailed - ANon-hazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 square feet. observed at the wood counter top st north wall in the kitchen located at apt 5d, 2nd apartment from north at east
Aug 7, 2026 · Apt 5D
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - ANon-hazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than10 square feet observed at the ssurface of the metal window stiles 1st from north at east, in the bathroom located at apt 5d, 2nd apartment from north at east
Aug 7, 2026 · Apt 5D
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood window casing 1st from north at east, in the kitchen located at apt 5d, 2nd apartment from north at east
Aug 7, 2026 · Apt 5D
Open — Civ14 mailed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at the north and east walls, in the kitchen located at apt 5d, 2nd apartment from north at east
Aug 7, 2026 · Apt 5D
Open — Civ14 mailed - ANon-hazardous
Cleanse to the satisfaction of this department the visible mold at grouts joints of the ceramic tiles at west ,north and east walls around bathtub, in the bathroom located at apt 5d, 2nd apartment from north at east
Aug 7, 2026 · Apt 5D
Open — Civ14 mailed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective caulking sealer at sink and faucet on counter top 1st from east at north, in the kitchen located at apt 5d, 2nd apartment from north at east
Aug 7, 2026 · Apt 5D
Open — Civ14 mailed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tiles in the kitchen located at apt 5d, 2nd apartment from north at east
Aug 7, 2026 · Apt 5D
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective counter balance at lower sash window 1st from north at east, in the kitchen located at apt 5d, 2nd apartment from north at east
Aug 7, 2026 · Apt 5D
Open — Civ14 mailed
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- BHazardous
Properly repair and abate unsafe electric wiring condition consisting of exposed wire at the ceiling light fixtures, in the 1st room from east at north located at apt 5d, 2nd apartment from north at east
Aug 7, 2026 · Apt 5D
Open — Civ14 mailed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective mansony cements at door threshold of the west entrance, in the bathroom located at apt 5d, 2nd apartment from north at east
Aug 7, 2026 · Apt 5D
Open — Civ14 mailed - BHazardous
Replace with new the missing plastic cover plate at electric outlets 1st from south at west, in the bathroom located at apt 5d, 2nd apartment from north at east
Aug 7, 2026 · Apt 5D
Open — Civ14 mailed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges of the door closer, in the entrance located at apt 5d, 2nd apartment from north at east
Aug 7, 2026 · Apt 5D
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tiles in the private hallway located at apt 5d, 2nd apartment from north at east
Aug 7, 2026 · Apt 5D
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at the ceiling in the private hallway located at apt 5d, 2nd apartment from north at east
Aug 7, 2026 · Apt 5D
Open — Civ14 mailed - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective metal window stiles 1st from north at east, in the kitchen located at apt 5d, 2nd apartment from north at east
Aug 7, 2026 · Apt 5D
Open — Civ14 mailed - BHazardous
Replace with new the missing plastic cover plate at electric outlets 1st from west at north, in the kitchen located at apt 5d, 2nd apartment from north at east
Aug 7, 2026 · Apt 5D
Open — Civ14 mailed - CImmediately hazardous
Properly secure the loose and detached hinges at wood door free standing of the room entrance 1st from north, in the 1st room from east at south located at apt 5d, 2nd apartment from north at east
Aug 7, 2026 · Apt 5D
Open — Civ14 mailed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 1c, 3rd story, 3rd apartment from south at west
Apr 13, 2026 · Apt 1C
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at the ceiling, in the 4th room from east located at apt 1c, 3rd story, 3rd apartment from south at west
Apr 13, 2026 · Apt 1C
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace the broken or defective the washbasin ,at west wall, in the bathroom located at apt 1c, 3rd story, 3rd apartment from south at west
Apr 13, 2026 · Apt 1C
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at the ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 1c, 3rd story, 3rd apartment from south at west
Apr 13, 2026 · Apt 1C
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective glass at exterior side of the lower sash window 1st from west at north, in the kitchen located at apt 1c, 3rd story, 3rd apartment from south at west
Apr 13, 2026 · Apt 1C
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Cleanse to the satisfaction of this department the visible mold at grouts joints of the ceramic tiles at west wall around bathtub, in the bathroom located at apt 1c, 3rd story, 3rd apartment from south at west
Apr 13, 2026 · Apt 1C
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations defective in the entire apartment located at apt 1c, 3rd story, 3rd apartment from south at west
Apr 13, 2026 · Apt 1C
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules defective in the entire apartment located at apt 1c, 3rd story, 3rd apartment from south at west
Apr 13, 2026 · Apt 1C
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Post a proper notice regarding rent stabilization law, in a form approved by the commissioner, in a conspicuous location within the common area at the buildings entrance. for more information about signage requirements, please visit: https://www.nyc.gov/site/hpd/services-and-information/required-signage.page
Apr 13, 2026
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
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
Apr 13, 2026
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 square feet at west wall in the bathroom located at apt 1c, 3rd story, 3rd apartment from south at west
Apr 13, 2026 · Apt 1C
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective porcelain enamel glazing at the bathtub surface in the bathroom located at apt 1c, 3rd story, 3rd apartment from south at west
Apr 13, 2026 · Apt 1C
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at the ceiling, north and east walls, in the bathroom located at apt 1c, 3rd story, 3rd apartment from south at west
Apr 13, 2026 · Apt 1C
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Post a proper notice regarding rent stabilization law, in a form approved by the commissioner, in a conspicuous location within the common area at the buildings entrance. for more information about signage requirements, please visit: https://www.nyc.gov/site/hpd/services-and-information/required-signage.page
Apr 6, 2026
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective lock at entrance door to building. , 1st story
Jun 13, 2024
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Remove device preventing door from being self-closing hook and eye device at building entrance door. , 1st story
Jun 13, 2024
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at door leading to north yard at public hall, 1st story
Jan 23, 2024
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Certify compliance with lead-based paint hazard control requirements during period of unit vacancy by submitting required supporting documentation and affidavits for apartment located at apt 5d, 4th story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Oct 5, 2022 · Apt 5D
Open — Certification postponment denied - BHazardous
Certify compliance with lead-based paint hazard control requirements during period of unit vacancy by submitting required supporting documentation and affidavits for apartment located at apt 4d, 4th story, 3rd apartment from north at east
Oct 5, 2022 · Apt 4D
Open — Certification postponment denied - CImmediately hazardous
Correct failure to notify occupants and/or to investigate lead-based paint hazards.
Aug 1, 2022 · Apt 1A
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Correct failure to provide to the department within 45 days of demand all records required to be maintained by owner pursuant to local law 1 of 2004 related to lead-based paint notices, inspections and remediation/abatement activities.
Aug 1, 2022 · Apt 1A
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
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 - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the foyer located at apt 2a, 1st story, 3rd apartment from south at west
Sep 17, 2021 · Apt 2A
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tiles floor in the bathroom located at apt 2a, 1st story, 3rd apartment from south at west
Sep 17, 2021 · Apt 2A
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective sealed dumbwaiter doors as to be readily openable at all stories at public hall
Mar 13, 2019
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the building front at north section
Dec 29, 2018
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
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 stairs
Dec 29, 2018
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the foyer located at apt 2a, 2nd story, 3rd apartment from south at west
Mar 8, 2018 · Apt 2A
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
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 = 3; wg to replace = 0; wg to repair = 0; in the entire apartment located at apt 2a, 1st story, 3rd apartment from south at west
Mar 8, 2018 · Apt 2A
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the 3rd room from east at south located at apt 2a, 1st story, 3rd apartment from south at west
Mar 8, 2018 · Apt 2A
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
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
Nov 22, 2016
Closed — Violation dismissed
DOB building violations · 5
- Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Mar 14, 2017
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2011 inspection report
Mar 1, 2013
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2010 inspection report
Dec 13, 2011
Dob violation - active - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
May 4, 1998
Dob violation - active - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Aug 16, 1993
Dob violation - active
ECB violations · 3
- Class - 1
Failure to maintain building in code complaint manner. at time of inspection observed at exposure#1/2 fire escape pathways obstructed by window type a/c units and household items. exposure#2 pathway obstructed
Feb 16, 2026 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Class - 2
Sidewalk shed does not meet code s¢pecifications. noted: sidewalk shed erected at front of bldg w/no lighting. no parapet deck enclosures. remedy: conform shed to code specifications.
Aug 25, 2018 · Penalty $625
Resolve - Class - 3
Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner.noted:@1st story.apt2a @rear section of bldg right side interior of apt hallway left wall minor crack @bottom of wall near baseboard.another crack @rear left si
Jul 24, 2017 · Penalty $230
Resolve
Complaints
- Electric
Outlet/switch
Jul 28, 2026 · Apt 5D
Close - Safety
Carbon monoxide detector
Jul 28, 2026 · Apt 5D
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Jul 28, 2026 · Apt 5D
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Jul 28, 2026 · Apt 5D
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Jul 28, 2026 · Apt 5D
Close - General
Cabinet
Jul 28, 2026 · Apt 5D
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Mar 27, 2026 · Apt 1C
Close - Door/window
Window pane
Mar 27, 2026 · Apt 1C
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Mar 27, 2026 · Apt 1C
Close - General
Cabinet
Mar 27, 2026 · Apt 1C
Close
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- Flooring/stairs
Floor
Mar 27, 2026 · Apt 1C
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Mar 27, 2026 · Apt 1C
Close - Electric
Wiring
Mar 27, 2026 · Apt 1C
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Mar 5, 2026 · Apt 1C
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Oct 23, 2025 · Apt C4
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 31, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
Dec 31, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
Mar 20, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 20, 2024 · Apt 2A
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 20, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Feb 4, 2023 · Apt 2A
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 26, 2022 · Apt 2A
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Nov 28, 2022 · Apt 2A
Close - Electric
Wiring
Nov 28, 2022 · Apt 2A
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Nov 28, 2022 · Apt 2A
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 8, 2022 · Apt 2A
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Sep 8, 2021 · Apt 2A
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Sep 8, 2021 · Apt 2A
Close - Plumbing
Toilet
Aug 6, 2021 · Apt 2A
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 29, 2021 · Apt 2A
Close - Door/window
Door
Oct 30, 2020 · Apt 2A
Close - Door/window
Door frame
Oct 30, 2020 · Apt 2A
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Oct 30, 2020 · Apt 2A
Close - Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
Nov 3, 2019 · Apt BLDG
Close - Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
Jan 2, 2019 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Dec 31, 2018 · Apt 2A
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Dec 31, 2018 · Apt 2A
Close - Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
Dec 13, 2018 · Apt BLDG
Close - Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
Dec 13, 2018 · Apt BLDG
Close - Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
Dec 13, 2018 · Apt BLDG
Close - Electric
No lighting
Mar 5, 2018 · Apt 2A
Close - Water leak
Heavy flow
Mar 5, 2018 · Apt 2A
Close - Electric
Lighting
Mar 5, 2018 · Apt 2A
Close - Water leak
Heavy flow
Mar 5, 2018 · Apt 2A
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Jan 21, 2018 · Apt 2A
Close - Plumbing
Toilet
Jan 21, 2018 · Apt 2A
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 21, 2018 · Apt 2A
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 12, 2018 · Apt 2A
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 5, 2018 · Apt 2A
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jul 22, 2017 · Apt 2A
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C1)
- Year built
- 1921
- Floors
- 4
- Residential units
- 23
- Building area
- 20,400 ft²
- Lot area
- 6,000 ft²
- Zoning
- R6A
- Community board
- 312
- Council district
- 39
- Block / lot
- 5372 / 41
- Assessed value
- $651,150
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #322014, last renewed Aug 12, 2025.
Questions about 556 East 4 Street
Who owns 556 East 4 Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Yrc Property LLC.
Does 556 East 4 Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 161 housing violations at this property.
Is 556 East 4 Street rent stabilized?
NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 23 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 100% of its 23 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.
When was 556 East 4 Street built?
City records list 1921 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 556 East 4 Street?
It has 23 residential units.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.