855 40 Street
Brooklyn, NY 11232BBL 3-00916-0049Map
Owner of record: Alice Chan
855 40 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1931 in Brooklyn, 11232. It has 6 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is Alice Chan. HPD has recorded 36 housing violations here, most recently on May 1, 2026. 7 of the 36 most recent violations are still open.
- HPD violations
- 36
- DOB violations
- 8
- ECB violations
- 1
- HPD complaints
- 77
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
No rent-stabilized units in 2018–2024 tax bills
Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 36
- 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.
May 1, 2026
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.
Jun 6, 2025
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective latch at vestibule door , 1st story
Jun 14, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latch at vestibule door , 1st story
Jun 14, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jun 14, 2024 · Apt 3
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jun 14, 2024 · Apt 3
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of key operated lock installed at door leading to fire escape in the 3rd room from east at south located at apt 3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jun 14, 2024 · Apt 3
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective leading to boiler room. latch defective. at cellar
Jun 7, 2024
Open — Nov certified late - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective leading to cellar from building front. hinges defective. at cellar
Jun 7, 2024
Open — Nov certified late - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective leading to center court, hinges defective. at public hall, 1st story
Jun 7, 2024
Open — Nov certified late
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- 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.
Apr 8, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective rotted counter top around sink in the kitchen located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jul 27, 2023 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Remove device preventing door from being self-closing hook device at building entrance at public hall, 1st story
Jul 27, 2023
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Remove device preventing door from being self-closing hook device at vestibule door at public hall, 1st story
Jul 27, 2023
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the 2nd room from east located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jul 27, 2023 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jul 27, 2023 · Apt 1
Open — Defect letter issued - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling and west wall in the bathroom located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jul 27, 2023 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling and west wall in the bathroom located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jul 27, 2023 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective porcelain enamel reglaze at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jul 27, 2023 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jul 27, 2023 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jul 27, 2023 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at east wall in the 3rd room from east located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jul 27, 2023 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation closed - 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.
Mar 20, 2023
Closed — Violation dismissed - IInformation / order
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 14, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - IInformation / order
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.
Feb 22, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - 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 22, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - IInformation / order
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 6, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed - 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.
Apr 6, 2021
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
Oct 27, 2020
Closed — Violation closed - 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
Oct 27, 2020
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box .. at public hall, 1st story
Oct 27, 2020
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Post a proper notice of carbon monoxide detecting device requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, in a common area of a class a multiple dwelling near inspection certificate or provide notice to tenants in a private dwelling. at public hall, 1st story
Oct 27, 2020
Closed — Violation closed - IInformation / order
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 12, 2018
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). inoperable located at apt 1stfl, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jan 12, 2014 · Apt 1STFL
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 3, 2nd story
Dec 22, 2001 · Apt 3
Open — Not complied with - CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system locked door at boiler room, basement
Dec 22, 2001
Closed — Violation closed
DOB building violations · 8
- Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2017 inspection report
Nov 8, 2019
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
Feb 27, 2001
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 10, 1997
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Aug 29, 1995
Dob violation - dismissed - 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 · 1
- Class - 3
B354,24b,50a,50b,50c,50d,50e,50f,16,34b. 50a no clean out at breach. 50b no cupon chimney. 50c no check valve 50d flue pipe improperly supported 50e holes in boiler room walls & ceiling. 50f remove all strange
Jul 2, 2008 · Penalty $200
Resolve
Complaints
- Paint/plaster
Wall
Jul 26, 2023 · Apt 1
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jul 26, 2023 · Apt 1
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jul 26, 2023 · Apt 1
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Jul 26, 2023 · Apt 1
Close - General
Ventilation system
Jul 26, 2023 · Apt 1
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Jul 26, 2023 · Apt 1
Close - General
Cabinet
Jul 26, 2023 · Apt 1
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jul 26, 2023 · Apt 1
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Jul 26, 2023 · Apt 1
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jul 26, 2023 · Apt 1
Close
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- Door/window
Door
Oct 24, 2020 · Apt 1
Close - Plumbing
Toilet
Oct 24, 2020 · Apt 1
Close - Door/window
Door
Oct 24, 2020 · Apt 1
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Oct 24, 2020 · Apt 1
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Oct 24, 2020 · Apt 1
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Oct 24, 2020 · Apt 1
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Oct 24, 2020 · Apt 1
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Oct 24, 2020 · Apt 1
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Oct 26, 2017 · Apt 1
Close - Door/window
Door
Oct 26, 2017 · Apt 1
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Oct 26, 2017 · Apt 1
Close - General
Cabinet
Oct 26, 2017 · Apt 1
Close - Electric
Outlet/switch
Oct 26, 2017 · Apt 1
Close - Electric
Outlet/switch
Oct 26, 2017 · Apt 1
Close - Electric
Outlet/switch
Oct 26, 2017 · Apt 1
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Oct 26, 2017 · Apt 1
Close - Plumbing
Toilet
Oct 26, 2017 · Apt 1
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Oct 26, 2017 · Apt 1
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Oct 26, 2017 · Apt 1
Close - Plumbing
Toilet
Oct 26, 2017 · Apt 1
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Oct 26, 2017 · Apt 1
Close - Electric
Lighting
Oct 26, 2017 · Apt 1
Close - Electric
Outlet/switch
Oct 26, 2017 · Apt 1
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Oct 26, 2017 · Apt 1
Close - Door/window
Door
Oct 26, 2017 · Apt 1
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Feb 16, 2015 · Apt 1
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 15, 2015 · Apt 1
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Feb 6, 2015 · Apt 1
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 9, 2014 · Apt 1STFL
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Nov 9, 2011 · Apt 1
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Nov 9, 2011 · Apt 1
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Nov 9, 2011 · Apt 1
Close - Plumbing
Sewer
Nov 9, 2011 · Apt 1
Close - General
Windows
Nov 9, 2011 · Apt 1
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Nov 9, 2011 · Apt 1
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Nov 9, 2011 · Apt 1
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Nov 9, 2011 · Apt 1
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 24, 2011 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 22, 2011 · Apt 3
Close - Heating
Heat related
Mar 30, 2010 · Apt BLDG
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C2)
- Year built
- 1931
- Floors
- 3
- Residential units
- 6
- Building area
- 4,446 ft²
- Lot area
- 2,204 ft²
- Zoning
- R6
- Community board
- 312
- Council district
- 38
- Block / lot
- 916 / 49
- Assessed value
- $550,350
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #314437, last renewed Oct 11, 2025.
Questions about 855 40 Street
Who owns 855 40 Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Alice Chan.
Does 855 40 Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 36 housing violations at this property.
Is 855 40 Street rent stabilized?
No rent-stabilized units appear in its 2018–2024 tax bills. Individual apartments can still be regulated, so request the rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal if unsure.
When was 855 40 Street built?
City records list 1931 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 855 40 Street?
It has 6 residential units.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.