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231 Hancock Street, Brooklyn, NY 11216

17
DOB Complaints
45
311 Housing Calls
143
Housing Violations
0
Permits

Risk Assessment

89
Low Risk

This building shows minimal signs of maintenance issues based on our analysis.

Our AI predicts there is a 89% chance of no major maintenance issues.
Augrented Insights Report for 231 Hancock Street

231 Hancock Street is an 8-unit, 4-story Old Law Tenement building constructed in 1881, currently owned by Meraki Properties LLC and located in Bedford-Stuyvesant. The building has experienced persistent rodent issues in recent years, with multiple complaints and inspections showing regular rat activity throughout 2025, with bait applications continuing through at least July 2025. The property underwent significant interior work in 2024, resulting in violations for removing fire stopping material in apartments 1L and 1R, which created immediate safety concerns for occupied units.

Housing Maintenance Code violations recorded in late 2023 and early 2024 indicate various maintenance issues, including plumbing problems in multiple units, flooring defects, and water leak issues. The building also has several active violations regarding the failure to file required external low-pressure inspections between 2019-2023, and there have been multiple failed inspections related to sidewalk shed/scaffold conditions and tenant safety inspections. However, the building has maintained a consistent record of zero bedbug infestations over the past five reporting periods (2019-2025), and the recent rodent control measures suggest ongoing efforts to address pest issues, though with limited success as indicated by repeated bait applications without resolution.

Recent inspection patterns show regular rodent control efforts, with compliance inspections in 2025 indicating ongoing rat activity. The building's maintenance history reveals multiple emergency repair needs in September 2023 across various systems, including plumbing, electrical, and flooring. Notably, the property has incurred penalties related to construction work performed without proper permits in 2024, though some violations from 2024 have been resolved. The extensive list of closed service requests and violations demonstrates a pattern of maintenance challenges, particularly in the areas of plumbing, safety systems, and pest control, suggesting ongoing building management concerns.

Last updated: July 27, 2025
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231 Hancock Street Building Overview

Renter Risk Rating

This building is in the riskiest 10% of buildings in Bedford-Stuyvesant.

Building Characteristics

Total units 8
Year built 1881
Total area 11520 sq ft
Floors 4
Tax Abatements None
Building Class OLD LAW TENEMENT
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Key Building Statistics

17
DOB Complaints
Complaints filed with the Department of Buildings in the last 7 years.
143
Housing Violations
Class B & C housing maintenance code violations.
45
311 Housing Calls
Housing-related 311 service requests in the last 7 years.
8
Work Orders
Repair orders issued by city agencies.
3
ECB Violations
Environmental Control Board violations on record.
0
Evictions
Evictions executed by city marshalls.
31
Rodent Inspections
Rodent inspections conducted by DOHMH.
0
Building Permits
Permits issued by DOB in the last 7 years.

Included Addresses

  • 231 Hancock St, New York, NY 11216
  • 890 Marcy Ave, New York, NY 11216

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231 Hancock Street Landlord Information

HPD Registration Contacts

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RoleNameAddress

Landlord Portfolio

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AddressUnitsCode ViolationsRisk Rating

Landlord Court Records

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231 Hancock Street Rent Control Status

Year Built
Built before 1974
Units
More than 6 units
RGB Registration
Not registered
Tax Abatement
None found
Year BuiltUnitsRGB RegistrationTax Abatement
Before 1974 >6 units Not registered None

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Housing Maintenance Code Complaints

This table shows complaints to 311 related to potential NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) for 231 Hancock Street. These complaints are related to conditions such as lack of heat, hot water, mold, pests, and other habitability issues. Class B and C violations are the most serious and may indicate significant problems with building maintenance or safety.

Date ReceivedSttatus DateCategoryTypeStatus
2023-09-122023-09-17Electric-Power OutageImmediate EmergencyCLOSE
2023-09-122023-09-14Paint/plaster-CeilingImmediate EmergencyCLOSE
2023-09-122023-09-14Flooring/stairs-FloorNon EmergencyCLOSE
2023-09-122023-09-14Electric-LightingNon EmergencyCLOSE
2023-09-122023-09-14Water Leak-Heavy FlowEmergencyCLOSE
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Housing Maintenance Code Violations

This table shows violations of the NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) issued by HPD for 231 Hancock Street. These violations are related to conditions such as lack of heat, hot water, mold, pests, and other habitability issues. Class B and C violations are the most serious and may indicate significant problems with building maintenance or safety.

Inspection DateClassStatusStatus DateApartmentNOV DescriptionCertified Date
2024-04-30CCloseNone1L§ 27-2005 ADM CODE & 309 M/D LAW ABATE THE NUISANCE CONSISTING OF MISSING FIRE STOPPING MATERIAL, ALL WALLS AND CEILING IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 1L2024-05-02T00:00:00.000Z
2024-04-30CCloseNone1R§ 27-2005 ADM CODE & 309 M/D LAW ABATE THE NUISANCE CONSISTING OF MISSING FIRE STOPPING MATERIAL, ENTIRE APT GUTTED OUT, ALL WALLS AND CEILINGS IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 1R, 1st STORY2024-05-02T00:00:00.000Z
2023-09-13BCloseNone3§ 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE SUB WOOD FLOOR IN THE PRIVATE HALLWAY LOCATED AT APT 3, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST2023-09-21T00:00:00.000Z
2023-09-13BCloseNone3§ 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE SUB WOOD FLOOR IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 3, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST2023-09-21T00:00:00.000Z
2023-09-13ACloseNone3§ 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PORCELAIN ENAMEL GLAZE AT BATHTUB IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 3, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST2023-09-21T00:00:00.000Z
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311 Service Requests

Service requests made to 311 for 231 Hancock Street. Data from NYC 311.

Created DateTypeDescriptionStatusAgencyResolution
2025-04-19 10:01RodentRat SightingClosedDOHMH
2024-09-23 13:04RodentRat SightingClosedDOHMH
2024-08-28 07:59RodentCondition Attracting RodentsClosedDOHMH
2023-10-28 15:18RodentRat SightingClosedDOHMH
2023-10-24 17:00RodentRat SightingClosedDOHMH
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DOB Complaints

Department of Buildings complaints regarding 231 Hancock Street.

Complaint #FiledStatusCategoryInspection DateDisposition
2025-02-07CLOSEDCSE: Sweep2025-02-18No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2025-02-18)
39913392025-01-16CLOSEDLocal Law 188/17 Compliance Inspections – Active Jobs2025-02-13Inspector Unable To Gain Access – 2nd Final Attempt (2025-02-13)
39913402025-01-16CLOSEDLocal Law 188/17 Compliance Inspections – Active Jobs2025-02-10No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2025-02-10)
39778872024-09-23CLOSEDSidewalk Shed/Supported Scaffold/Inadequate/Defect/NONE/NO PMT/NO CERT2024-09-24No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2024-09-24)
39772412024-09-17CLOSEDSidewalk Shed/Supported Scaffold/Inadequate/Defect/NONE/NO PMT/NO CERT2024-09-18No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2024-09-18)
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DOB Violations

Department of Buildings violations regarding 231 Hancock Street.

Date IssuedCategoryDescriptionStatusComments
2024-09-23V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEVIOLATION ISSUED-FAILURE TO FILE 2023 EXTERNAL LOW PRESSURE INSPECTION
2023-06-30V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEVIOLATION ISSUED-FAILURE TO FILE 2020 EXTERNAL LOW PRESSURE INSPECTION
2023-06-30V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEVIOLATION ISSUED-FAILURE TO FILE 2021 EXTERNAL LOW PRESSURE INSPECTION
2023-06-20V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEVIOLATION ISSUED-FAILURE TO FILE 2019 EXTERNAL LOW PRESSURE INSPECTION
2023-04-25V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEVIOLATION ISSUED-FAILURE TO FILE 2022 EXTERNAL LOW PRESSURE INSPECTION
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Indoor Environment Complaints (DOHMH)

The table below shows indoor environment complaints received regarding the conditions at 231 Hancock Street. The information includes the date, type, description, and status of each complaint. The data is sourced from DOHMH/311.

DateTypeDescriptionStatus
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Bedbug Infestations

The table below shows the bedbug reports filed by the landlord for 231 Hancock Street. The information includes the file date, infested units, eradicated units, re-infested units, filing start date, and filing end date. The data is sourced from DOHMH. Landlords are required to file these reports; missing data may indicate non-compliance.

File DateInfested UnitsEradicated UnitsRe-infested UnitsFiling Start DateFiling End Date
2025-06-100002023-11-012024-10-31
2023-12-050002022-11-012023-10-31
2023-03-240002021-11-012022-10-31
2022-02-270002020-11-012021-10-31
2021-10-310002019-11-012020-10-31
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Rodent Inspections

Recent rodent inspection results for 231 Hancock Street. Data from NYC DOHMH.

DateTypeResult
2025-07-31ComplianceRat Activity
2025-07-18BAITBait applied
2025-07-10BAITBait applied
2025-07-03BAITBait applied
2025-06-24ComplianceRat Activity
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HPD Litigation Explanation

The table below shows the HPD litigation records for 231 Hancock Street. The information includes the open date, case type, status, judgement, penalty and whether harassment was found. The data is sourced from HPD.

Source: HPD
Open DateCase TypeStatusJudgementPenaltyHarassment found
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OATH Cases Explanation

The table below shows the Office of Administrative Trials and Hearings cases for 231 Hancock Street. The information includes the date, agency, respondent, charge, result, penalty, and status. The data is sourced from OATH.

Source: Office of Administrative Trials and Hearings (OATH)
DateAgencyRespondentChargeResultPenaltyStatus
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ECB Violations

Environmental Control Board violations for 231 Hancock Street. Data from ECB.

DateNumberRespondentDescriptionStatusPenaltyBalance Due
2024-04-3039113053HMERAKI PROPERTIES LLCAT TIME OF INSPECTION, OBSERVED CONSTRUCTION WORK PERFORMED ON 1ST FLOOR AND CELLAR WITH THIS APPLICATION STILL NOT BEING APPROVED AT TIME OF INSPECTION., OBTAIN PERMIT; OBTAIN PERMIT.RESOLVE1250.00.0
2024-04-3039113058RMERAKI PROPERTIES LLCAT TIME OF INSPECTION, OBSERVED WORK BEING PERFORMED WITHOUT PERMIT ON 1ST FLOOR. ALL FIRESTOPPING REMOVED AND NOT REPLACED CAUSING IMMEDIATE DANGER FOR OCCUPIED TENANT IN UNIT 2L ON 2ND FLOOR., PROVIDE/MAINTAIRESOLVE2500.02500.0
2021-07-0835508070KMER KI PROPERTIES LLCFAILURE TO MAINTAIN BLDG IN CODECOMPLIANT MANNER@APT3 KITCHEN SINK WASTE LINE DEFECTIVE&LEAKING CAUSING DAMAGE TO WOOD FL IN FRONT OF SINK.REPAIR &/OR REPLACE.RESOLVE0.00.0
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Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) Explanation

The table below shows the Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) records for 231 Hancock Street. The information includes the start date, start violations, discharge date, and status. The data is sourced from HPD.

Source: Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD)
Start DateStart ViolationsDischarge DateStatus
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Vacate Orders Explanation

The table below shows the vacate orders for 231 Hancock Street. The information includes the effective date, rescinded date, reason, type, and units. The data is sourced from DOB.

Source: Department of Buildings (DOB)
Effective DateRescinded DateReasonTypeUnits
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Work Orders Explanation

The table below shows the work orders for 231 Hancock Street. The information includes the date created, type, description, and charge. The data is sourced from HPD.

Source: Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD)
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Liens Explanation

The table below shows tax and water liens for 231 Hancock Street. Information includes tax class, month, water only flag, amount, and cycle. Data is sourced from NYC Department of Finance.

Source: NYC Department of Finance
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Case NumberDateTypeStatusDetails

Sales Records

Sales transactions for 231 Hancock Street. Data includes sale date, price, buyer, and seller.

DatePriceBuyerSeller

Asbestos Records

Asbestos abatement filings and records for 231 Hancock Street. Data includes filing date, type, and status.

Start DateEnd DateStatusProcedureFloor

Fire Violations

Violations issued by the Fire Department for this property.

Violation NumberDateDescriptionStatus
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Fire Inspections

Fire Department inspection records for this property.

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Fire Certificates

Fire safety certificates for this property.

TypeIssue DateExpiration
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Water Connections

Water connection permits and records for 231 Hancock Street. Data includes connection type, date, and status.

MaterialRecord Type

Elevator Permits

Elevator permit records for 231 Hancock Street. Data includes permit type, issue date, and status.

TypeIssue DateStatus

Landmark Violations

Landmark preservation violations for 231 Hancock Street. Data includes violation date, type, and status.

DateTypeStatus

Planning Projects

City Planning (ZAP) project applications for this building. Data includes project ID, status, borough, and lot/block information.

Project IDStatusBoroughBlockLot
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Building Permits

Department of Buildings issued building permits for this property. This includes permits for construction, alteration, and demolition work. Data includes permit type, job number, status, and issue date.

Permit TypeJob NumberStatusIssue Date

Electrical Permits

Department of Buildings issued electrical permits for this property. This includes permits for electrical work, installations, and modifications. Data includes permit type, job number, status, and issue date.

Permit TypeJob NumberStatusIssue Date

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