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1720 Mermaid Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11224BBL 3-07061-0004Map

Owner of record: Bhn Mermaid LLC

1720 Mermaid Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1931 in Brooklyn, 11224. It has 7 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is Bhn Mermaid LLC. HPD has recorded 143 housing violations here, most recently on January 10, 2025. 1 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 3 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
143
DOB violations
28
ECB violations
5
HPD complaints
148

What to know

Good
No open Class C

No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.

Good
Last violation Jan 10, 2025

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
3
About 43% of the building's 7 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

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Violations

Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.

HPD housing violations · 143

  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of key operated lock installed at door (fire escape window) in the 1st room from north at east located at apt 4, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jan 10, 2025 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective caulking around perimeter of bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 4, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jan 10, 2025 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinge in the entrance located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jan 10, 2025 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jan 10, 2025 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

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

    Jan 10, 2025 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of house hold items at public hall, 1st story

    Jan 10, 2025

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

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

    Jan 10, 2025

    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 11, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective glass window pane broken at upper window sash in the 3rd room from north located at apt 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Apr 10, 2024 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Apr 10, 2024 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation closed
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  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of scalding hot water 146 degrees fahrenheit at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 4, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Mar 15, 2024 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Remove the illegal fastening lockable door preventing free egress to fire escape in the 1st room from north at west located at apt 4, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Mar 15, 2024 · Apt 4

    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.

    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 24, 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
  • 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.

    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.

    Mar 1, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective brick and mortar at the east side of the building

    Dec 16, 2021

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Replace with new the broken or defective rain gutter at southside of the roof

    Dec 16, 2021

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of rodents rats yard at east , 1st story

    Dec 16, 2021

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Properly repair and abate unsafe electric wiring condition consisting of expose wires at ceiling in the 2nd room from north at west located at apt 6, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Oct 20, 2021 · Apt 6

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 6, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Oct 20, 2021 · Apt 6

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 6, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Oct 20, 2021 · Apt 6

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    § 53,187,231 m/d law & dept rules & reg. provide means of egress from yard to street by fireproof passageway for which application must be filed for approval,or by unlocked door or gate in fence to adjoining premises with consent of adjacent owner.

    Aug 19, 2021

    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.

    Apr 12, 2021

    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
  • 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 = 2; wg to replace = 0; wg to repair = 2; located at apt 4, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Dec 12, 2019 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    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 12, 2019

    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 30, 2019

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective bricks and mortar at exterior east wall and west wall at rear court of building , 4th story

    Jun 28, 2019

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood stringer at public hall stairs, 3rd story

    Jun 25, 2019

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 6, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jun 25, 2019 · Apt 6

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the roof so that it will not leak over the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 6, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jun 25, 2019 · Apt 6

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Provide wire meshed glass at the skylight at bulk head to roof at public hall stairs, 4th story

    Jun 25, 2019

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant plaster at east wall at the intermediate landing at public hall stairs, 1st story

    Jun 25, 2019

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the kitchen located at apt 6, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jun 25, 2019 · Apt 6

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the east wall at the intermediate landing at public hall stairs, 1st story

    Jun 25, 2019

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant plaster at all walls and ceiling at the bulk head to roof at public hall stairs, 4th story

    Jun 25, 2019

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all walls and ceiling at the bulk head to roof at public hall stairs, 4th story

    Jun 25, 2019

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of rodents / rats at the east yard

    Jun 19, 2019

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of key operated mortise lock and door knob assembly at north and south bulkhead doors at public hall

    Feb 6, 2019

    Closed — Violation closed
  • I

    The premises has been selected to participate in the alternative enforcement program which may result in building-wide inspections, fees, and extensive repair work to correct violations and underlying conditions. charges for repair work done pursuant to this order, if not paid, will become liens on the property

    Jan 31, 2019

    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

    Jul 19, 2018

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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 missing at public hall, 1st story

    Jul 19, 2018

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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

    Jul 19, 2018

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Replace with new the broken or defective glass panel at lower sash at 1st window from east at south in the 4th room from north located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jul 19, 2018 · Apt 1

    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 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jul 19, 2018 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jul 19, 2018 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

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

    Jul 19, 2018 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Arrange and make self-closing the doors .. in the entrance located at apt 1, 1st story

    Jul 19, 2018 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 28

  • 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
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2014 inspection report

    Oct 1, 2015

    Dob violation - active
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  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2013 inspection report

    Mar 3, 2015

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2012 inspection report

    May 15, 2014

    Dob violation - active
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Apr 24, 2014

    Dob violation - active
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Feb 12, 2014

    Dob violation - active
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Jan 15, 2014

    Dob violation - active
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Jan 15, 2014

    Dob violation - active
  • 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
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Lblvio-low pressure boiler boiler required

    Dec 31, 2009

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 1, 2009

    Dob violation - active
  • 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
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 27, 2001

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Aug 29, 1995

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Jul 14, 1994

    Vw-violation work without permit - active
  • 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

ECB violations · 5

  • Class - 2

    5b,6a,15,16,34b,38,50,50a,50b,50c,50d. as per class 2 (b265) 28-303.7failure to file a complete boiler inspection report as per dob recordssubmit a current b09 report, correct all violating conditions and subm

    May 16, 2016 · Penalty $2,500

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain bldg exterior parapet wall has step cracks missing mortar prior ecb 35033248m. remedy: maintain exterior.

    Jan 29, 2014 · Penalty $25,000

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain exterior parapet wall has step cracks missing mortar and cement. prior ecb #35028417h.

    Nov 14, 2013 · Penalty $25,000

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain bldg walls or appurtenances: noted: at front of bldg,parapet wall has step cracks,missing mortar & cement portion of facade falling onto public walkway. prior ecb #35025229r.

    Sep 12, 2013 · Penalty $10,000

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain bldg exterior wall defect noted at exposure 1 parapet wall has step cracks,missing motar & cement portion of facade fallen onto public walkway. remedy: immediately make safe,install sidewalk

    Jul 3, 2013 · Penalty $5,000

    Active

Complaints

  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Mar 12, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Feb 6, 2026 · Apt F2

    Close
  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    Feb 6, 2026 · Apt F2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Feb 6, 2026 · Apt F2

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Feb 6, 2026 · Apt F2

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 10, 2025 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Mar 14, 2024 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Mar 14, 2024 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Mar 14, 2024 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 30, 2024 · Apt 4

    Close
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  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 27, 2023 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 20, 2023 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 11, 2023 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Oct 13, 2021 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Nov 17, 2020 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Outside building

    Roof door/hatch

    Jul 16, 2018 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Safety

    Smoke detector

    Jul 16, 2018 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Safety

    Carbon monoxide detector

    Jul 16, 2018 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window pane

    Jul 16, 2018 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Safety

    Window guard broken/missing

    Jul 16, 2018 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jul 16, 2018 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Safety

    Smoke detector

    Jul 16, 2018 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Safety

    Carbon monoxide detector

    Jul 16, 2018 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Jul 16, 2018 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Safety

    Window guard broken/missing

    Jul 16, 2018 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Outside building

    Skylight

    Jul 16, 2018 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Jul 16, 2018 · Apt 1

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Jul 16, 2018 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Jan 25, 2018 · Apt 7

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 25, 2018 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Nov 9, 2017 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Nov 9, 2017 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Nov 9, 2017 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window pane

    Nov 9, 2017 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Nov 9, 2017 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Nov 3, 2017 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Radiator

    Nov 2, 2017 · Apt 2

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Nov 2, 2017 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Radiator

    Nov 2, 2017 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Radiator

    Nov 2, 2017 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Nov 2, 2017 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Nov 2, 2017 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window pane

    Nov 2, 2017 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Nov 2, 2017 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Nov 2, 2017 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Nov 2, 2017 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Safety

    Carbon monoxide detector

    Nov 2, 2017 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Nov 2, 2017 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Nov 2, 2017 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Nov 2, 2017 · Apt 4

    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 (C7)
Year built
1931
Floors
4
Residential units
7
Building area
6,560 ft²
Lot area
2,000 ft²
Zoning
R7A
Community board
313
Council district
47
Block / lot
7061 / 4
Assessed value
$364,500
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #310278, last renewed Sep 26, 2025.

Questions about 1720 Mermaid Avenue

Who owns 1720 Mermaid Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Bhn Mermaid LLC.

Does 1720 Mermaid Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 143 housing violations at this property.

Is 1720 Mermaid Avenue rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 3 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 43% of its 7 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 1720 Mermaid Avenue built?

City records list 1931 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 1720 Mermaid Avenue?

It has 7 residential units and 8 units in total.

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