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550 40 Street

Brooklyn, NY 11232BBL 3-00917-0025Map

Owner of record: Zeta Realty, LLC

550 40 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1922 in Brooklyn, 11232. It has 19 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is Zeta Realty, LLC. HPD has recorded 231 housing violations here, most recently on May 19, 2026. 22 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 18 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
231
DOB violations
3
ECB violations
3
HPD complaints
291

What to know

Concern
9 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation May 19, 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
18
About 95% of the building's 19 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 · 231

  • 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

    May 19, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective connection waste line at sink in the kitchen located at apt 4b, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jul 16, 2025 · Apt 4B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinge at 1st public hall bulkhead from north at east, 4th story

    Mar 23, 2025

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective latch for entrance door in the entrance located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Mar 23, 2025 · Apt 1A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

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

    Mar 23, 2025 · Apt 1A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latch at apartement entrance door in the entrance located at apt 1c, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Mar 16, 2025 · Apt 1C

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

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

    Mar 16, 2025 · Apt 1C

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 1c, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Mar 16, 2025 · Apt 1C

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 1c, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Mar 16, 2025 · Apt 1C

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • C

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

    Mar 16, 2025 · Apt 1C

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
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  • A

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

    Mar 16, 2025 · Apt 1C

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

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

    Mar 16, 2025 · Apt 1C

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective latch at apartemnt entrance door in the entrance located at apt 1c, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Mar 16, 2025 · Apt 1C

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 2e, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Mar 16, 2025 · Apt 2E

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

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

    Mar 16, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

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

    Mar 16, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of slide bolt with eye at door leading to east yard at public hall, 1st story

    Mar 16, 2025

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

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

    Mar 16, 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 8, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

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

    Apr 4, 2024 · Apt 1C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

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

    Apr 4, 2024 · Apt 1C

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

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

    Apr 4, 2024 · Apt 1C

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of elecric scooter at vestibule at public hall, 1st story

    Apr 3, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of baby carriages, scooters & boxes full of household items at public hall, 1st story

    Apr 3, 2024

    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 22, 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 20, 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 14, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes consisting of air conditioner unit protruding more than 4 inches beyond 2nd window sill from east at 4th story balcony at building front at fire escape

    Jul 21, 2022

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes consisting of air conditioner unit protruding more than 4 inches beyond 2nd window sill from east at 4th story balcony at building front at fire escape

    Jul 20, 2022

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective .. in the entrance located at apt 3e, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Apr 21, 2022 · Apt 3E

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the flushing apparatus and maintain same so as to flush effectively the water closet , in the bathroom located at apt 4b, 4th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Apr 14, 2022 · Apt 4B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tiles at all walls in the bathroom located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Apr 14, 2022 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tiles in the bathroom located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Apr 14, 2022 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of trollys at public hall, 4th story

    Apr 14, 2022

    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 4e, 4th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Apr 14, 2022 · Apt 4E

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective marble door saddle in the entrance located at apt 4e, 4th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Apr 14, 2022 · Apt 4E

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly secure the loose door knob in the entrance located at apt 4e, 4th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Apr 14, 2022 · Apt 4E

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective at bulkhead , 4th story

    Apr 14, 2022

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

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

    Apr 14, 2022 · Apt 1A

    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.

    Feb 22, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... at ceiling aapproximately 12 sq ft a nd west wall 16 sq ft window recess 6 sq ft in the 2nd room from north at west located at apt 4b, 4th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Jan 20, 2022 · Apt 4B

    Open — Defect letter issued
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective counter balance window lower sash south in the 2nd room from north at west located at apt 4b, 4th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Jan 20, 2022 · Apt 4B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 4b, 4th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Jan 20, 2022 · Apt 4B

    Open — Defect letter issued
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective at bulkhead door north at public hall, 4th story

    Jan 20, 2022

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective counter balance window lower sash north in the 1st room from east at south located at apt 4e, 4th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Jan 20, 2022 · Apt 4E

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at east wall in the 1st room from east at south located at apt 4e, 4th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Jan 20, 2022 · Apt 4E

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at east wall in the 1st room from east at south located at apt 4e, 4th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Jan 20, 2022 · Apt 4E

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... at west wawall approximately 4 sq ft and window recess 4 sq ft in the bathroom located at apt 4b, 4th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Jan 20, 2022 · Apt 4B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approx. 7 sq.ft. at south wall and 3 sq.ft. at ceiling in the 3rd room from north at east located at apt 4b, 4th story, 2nd apartment from east at south original violation 14731768 issued 16-dec-21 has been upgraded to class c per administrative code §27-2017.3a(5)(a) or (b).

    Dec 16, 2021 · Apt 4B

    Open — Defect letter issued
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approx. 8 sq.ft. at south wall and 2 sq.ft. at the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 4b, 4th story, 2nd apartment from east at south

    Dec 16, 2021 · Apt 4B

    Open — Defect letter issued

DOB building violations · 3

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2014 inspection report

    Oct 1, 2015

    Dob violation - active
  • 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

    Jul 25, 1994

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 3

  • Class - 2

    Residence altered for occupancy as a dwelling for more than the legally approved # of families. noted: c of o #50569 indicate building legally approved for 19 families. building now occupied by 20 families,by

    Jan 5, 2010 · Penalty $6,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Work w/o a permit. work noted: at cellar full height partition erectedcreating class'a' apt,3pc bathroom (shower,sink,toilet) kitchen (hot plate,microwave,refrigerator) & bedroom. remedy: obtain permit or obtai

    Jan 5, 2010 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain exterior building wall. defects noted: (1) front wall has horizontal vetical and step cracks at various locations of front brick wall ranging from 1/4 to 3/4 inch wide. (2) bricks are bulgin

    May 12, 1998 · Penalty $800

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Mar 31, 2026 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Electric

    Power outage

    Mar 31, 2026 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Jul 8, 2025 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Jul 8, 2025 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Apr 2, 2024 · Apt 1C

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Apr 2, 2024 · Apt 1C

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Feb 9, 2024 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Feb 9, 2024 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Water leak

    Damp spot

    Jan 8, 2024 · Apt 4E

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jan 8, 2024 · Apt 4E

    Close
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  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Dec 5, 2023 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Dec 5, 2023 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Nov 28, 2023 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Dec 24, 2022 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Jul 19, 2022 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jul 19, 2022 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Jul 19, 2022 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Jul 19, 2022 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Jun 9, 2022 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Jun 9, 2022 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Jun 9, 2022 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Jan 18, 2022 · Apt 4E

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Jan 13, 2022 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Dec 14, 2021 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Dec 14, 2021 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 23, 2021 · Apt 2A

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Nov 15, 2021 · Apt 4E

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Oct 27, 2021 · Apt 4E

    Close
  • Water leak

    Damp spot

    Oct 27, 2021 · Apt 4E

    Close
  • Water leak

    Damp spot

    Oct 27, 2021 · Apt 4E

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Oct 27, 2021 · Apt 4E

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Oct 27, 2021 · Apt 4E

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Oct 27, 2021 · Apt 4E

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Oct 27, 2021 · Apt 4E

    Close
  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    Mar 22, 2021 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Nov 12, 2020 · Apt 4E

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Nov 12, 2020 · Apt 4E

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Cabinet

    Oct 14, 2020 · Apt 4B4THF

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Oct 14, 2020 · Apt 4B4THF

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Aug 3, 2020 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Aug 3, 2020 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Feb 11, 2020 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Feb 11, 2020 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Feb 11, 2020 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Feb 11, 2020 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Feb 11, 2020 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Feb 11, 2020 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Feb 11, 2020 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Feb 11, 2020 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Feb 11, 2020 · Apt 3B

    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
1922
Floors
4
Residential units
19
Building area
14,464 ft²
Lot area
5,008 ft²
Zoning
R6A
Community board
307
Council district
38
Block / lot
917 / 25
Assessed value
$400,050
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #347134, last renewed Sep 10, 2025.

Questions about 550 40 Street

Who owns 550 40 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Zeta Realty, LLC.

Does 550 40 Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 231 housing violations at this property.

Is 550 40 Street rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 18 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 95% of its 19 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 550 40 Street built?

City records list 1922 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 550 40 Street?

It has 19 residential units.

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