636 11th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11215
636 11th Street is a 3-unit, 3-story residential building built in 1901 and owned by Sarah Smith. The property has experienced recurring maintenance and safety issues over recent years, with the most significant concerns centered around unit 2, which has multiple open violations from 2021 related to various issues including mouse infestation, broken window panes, defective bell buzzer, damaged floor, bathroom sink problems, door issues, and radiator valve concerns. The building's electrical systems have also been a recurring problem, with multiple non-emergency and emergency electrical complaints recorded in 2024, including issues with lighting, outlets, and switches.
The property has faced persistent pests and sanitation challenges, as evidenced by a recent rodent complaint in June 2025 (though this was resolved with no violations found), and an ongoing construction lead dust complaint from February 2022. Multiple illegal conversion complaints have been filed against the property, with inspections in 2024 and 2022 being unable to gain access for verification. The building has had several rodent inspections between 2014 and 2025, with the most recent in July 2025 passing, though there were instances of rat activity noted in previous years.
Additionally, there has been an open violation since 2022 regarding the failure to file annual bedbug reports, and the property experienced multiple housing maintenance code violations in 2021, including issues with plumbing, flooring, door/window integrity, security systems, and general maintenance. The building's history shows a pattern of maintenance challenges, particularly affecting unit 2, with recurring issues related to plumbing, electrical systems, pest control, and general building safety. While some recent inspections have passed without violations, several open violations and ongoing complaints suggest continuing maintenance challenges. The property class is listed as "HERETOFORE CONVERTED CLASS A," indicating it has been converted from its original use, though specific conversion details are not provided in the records.
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Building Characteristics
Total units | 3 |
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Year built | 1901 |
Total area | 4140 sq ft |
Floors | 3 |
Tax Abatements | None |
Building Class | HERETOFORE CONVERTED CLASS A |

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- 636 Garage 11th St, New York, NY 11215
- 636 11th St, New York, NY 11215
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