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1531 East 15 Street

Brooklyn, NY 11230BBL 3-06762-0079Map

Owner of record: Safi 1531 INC.

1531 East 15 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1929 in Brooklyn, 11230. It has 16 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is Safi 1531 INC.. HPD has recorded 146 housing violations here, most recently on June 26, 2026. 7 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 16 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
146
DOB violations
5
ECB violations
0
HPD complaints
303

What to know

Concern
3 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation Jun 26, 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

Rent-stabilized units in 2024
16
About 100% of the building's 16 apartments

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.

Stabilized units by tax-bill year

Think your apartment is stabilized? Request its rent history from HCR (free), then check your renewal with the renewal calculator.

Violations

Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.

HPD housing violations · 146

  • A

    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

    Jun 26, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Fire escape defective. replace with new the broken, defective and/or missing guard rail brace detached from guard rail at east at fire escape, 4th story

    Jun 26, 2026

    Open — Invalid certification
  • 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
  • C

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

    Dec 12, 2025

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the 1st room from north located at apt 2c, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jun 15, 2025 · Apt 2C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 2c, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jun 15, 2025 · Apt 2C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective in the entire apartment located at apt 2c, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jun 15, 2025 · Apt 2C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

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

    Dec 4, 2024 · Apt 2A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system door locked at south 1 passageway at boiler room

    Dec 4, 2024

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Remove the illegal fastening consisting of slidebolt capable of being padlocked at door leading to south yard at public hall, 1st story

    Dec 4, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
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  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of plexiglass at building entrance door , 1st story

    Dec 4, 2024

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Replace with new the missing glass at building front entrance door , 1st story

    Dec 4, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective glass at upper sash window at door leading to south yard at public hall, 1st story

    Dec 4, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    § 53, 187, 231 m/d law and department rules and regulations. provide a shoe properly secured to bottom of string of dropladder defective shoe at building front at fire escape

    Dec 4, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

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

    Dec 4, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at door in the entrance located at apt 4d, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Oct 21, 2024 · Apt 4D

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly secure the loose marble tread at intermediate landing 3rd up from bottom at public hall stairs, 3rd story

    Oct 21, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latch set at building entrance door from ( vestibule to public hallway )

    Aug 27, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Fire escape defective. properly secure drop ladder shoe that is missing bolts and nuts( building front fire escape)

    Aug 27, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective heavy-duty mortise lock and its assembly at building entrance door from ( vestibule to public hallway)

    Aug 27, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective frame at building entrance door from ( street to vestibule)

    Aug 27, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling and all walls in the 3rd room from north located at apt a1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jul 14, 2024 · Apt A1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling and east wall in the 3rd room from north located at apt a1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jul 14, 2024 · Apt A1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Reset, so as to secure a proper and tight connection, the water closet bowl in the bathroom located at apt a1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jul 14, 2024 · Apt A1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at wash basin in the bathroom located at apt a1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jul 14, 2024 · Apt A1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt a1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jul 14, 2024 · Apt A1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak ceiling in the bathroom located at apt a1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jul 14, 2024 · Apt A1

    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.

    Apr 9, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Refit entrance door to building at public hall, 1st story

    May 12, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all walls and ceilings in the entire apartment located at apt b3, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    May 12, 2023 · Apt B3

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation at riser in the kitchen located at apt b3, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    May 12, 2023 · Apt B3

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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 b3, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    May 12, 2023 · Apt B3

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt b3, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    May 12, 2023 · Apt B3

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling and south walls in the bathroom located at apt b3, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    May 12, 2023 · Apt B3

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Replace the broken or defective wash basin in the bathroom located at apt 2c, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Apr 17, 2023 · Apt 2C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approximately 8 sq ft at all walls in the bathroom located at apt 2c, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Apr 17, 2023 · Apt 2C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    § 53, 187, 231 m/d law and department rules and regulations. provide a shoe properly secured to bottom of string of dropladder at front stack at fire escape

    Apr 17, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approximately 8 sq ft at all walls in the bathroom located at apt 2c, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west original violation 15929003 issued 17-apr-23 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code §27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).

    Apr 17, 2023 · Apt 2C

    Open — Defect letter issued
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective connection waste line at sink in the kitchen located at apt 2c, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Apr 17, 2023 · Apt 2C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Provide a safe and adequate supply of electric service to the fixtures electrical light fixture at ceiling in the 2nd room from north located at apt 2c, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Apr 17, 2023 · Apt 2C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Replace with new the missing wood drawers at base cabinet west wall in the kitchen located at apt 2c, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Apr 17, 2023 · Apt 2C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 2c, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Apr 17, 2023 · Apt 2C

    Open — Defect letter issued
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective in the entire apartment located at apt 2c, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Apr 17, 2023 · Apt 2C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at west wall in the bathroom located at apt 2c, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Apr 17, 2023 · Apt 2C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 2c, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Apr 17, 2023 · Apt 2C

    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.

    Mar 22, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approx. 2 sq. ft. at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt a1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Nov 8, 2022 · Apt A1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at east wall and ceiling in the 2nd room from east at south located at apt a1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Nov 8, 2022 · Apt A1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approx. 3 sq. ft. at ceiling in the 2nd room from east at south located at apt a1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Nov 8, 2022 · Apt A1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective lower sash counter balance at west window in the 2nd room from east at south located at apt a1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Nov 8, 2022 · Apt A1

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 5

  • 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 2022 external low pressure inspection

    Apr 25, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • 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

    Jan 6, 2006

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 19, 2003

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 0

No ECB violations on record

Complaints

  • Safety

    Fire escape

    Jun 26, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Jun 26, 2026 · Apt C3

    Close
  • General

    Ventilation system

    Jun 26, 2026 · Apt C3

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Jun 26, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 9, 2026 · Apt 4C

    Close
  • Water leak

    Damp spot

    Feb 9, 2026 · Apt 4C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 15, 2025 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 9, 2025 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Jun 12, 2025 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Jun 12, 2025 · Apt 2C

    Close
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  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jun 12, 2025 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 7, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 6, 2024 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 6, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 6, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 2, 2024 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 17, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Apr 19, 2024 · Apt 4C

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Oct 10, 2023 · Apt A1

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jul 17, 2023 · Apt B3

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jul 5, 2023 · Apt B3

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    May 1, 2023 · Apt B3

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door frame

    May 1, 2023 · Apt B3

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    May 1, 2023 · Apt B3

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    May 1, 2023 · Apt B3

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Apr 2, 2023 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Apr 2, 2023 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Apr 2, 2023 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Apr 2, 2023 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Electric

    No lighting

    Apr 2, 2023 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Apr 2, 2023 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Apr 2, 2023 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Apr 2, 2023 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Radiator

    Dec 13, 2022 · Apt B3

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Nov 8, 2022 · Apt A1

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Nov 8, 2022 · Apt A1

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Nov 8, 2022 · Apt A1

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 8, 2022 · Apt A1

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Nov 8, 2022 · Apt A1

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Steam pipe/riser

    Nov 8, 2022 · Apt A1

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Nov 8, 2022 · Apt A1

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Nov 8, 2022 · Apt A1

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Nov 8, 2022 · Apt A1

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Nov 8, 2022 · Apt A1

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Aug 28, 2022 · Apt A2

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Aug 25, 2022 · Apt A1

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    May 22, 2022 · Apt 4C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    May 10, 2022 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 31, 2022 · Apt A1

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 30, 2022 · Apt A21STF

    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 (C1)
Year built
1929
Floors
4
Residential units
16
Building area
10,000 ft²
Lot area
3,750 ft²
Zoning
R5B
Community board
314
Council district
48
Block / lot
6762 / 79
Assessed value
$270,000
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #307512, last renewed Oct 29, 2025.

Questions about 1531 East 15 Street

Who owns 1531 East 15 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Safi 1531 INC..

Does 1531 East 15 Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 146 housing violations at this property.

Is 1531 East 15 Street rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 16 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 100% of its 16 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 1531 East 15 Street built?

City records list 1929 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 1531 East 15 Street?

It has 16 residential units.

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