717 42 Street
Brooklyn, NY 11232BBL 3-00922-0063Map
Owner of record: Rui Hua Zheng
717 42 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1905 in Brooklyn, 11232. It has 3 residential units across 2 floors. The owner of record is Rui Hua Zheng. HPD has recorded 44 housing violations here, most recently on December 23, 2025. 39 of the 44 most recent violations are still open.
- HPD violations
- 44
- DOB violations
- 0
- ECB violations
- 2
- HPD complaints
- 53
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 · 44
- BHazardous
Remove all encumbrances consisting of household items at public hall, 2nd story
Dec 23, 2025
Open — Nov sent out - 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 24, 2025
Open — Info nov sent out - 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
Jun 10, 2025
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective electrical outlet at south wall in the 4th room from north located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 25, 2025 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 25, 2025 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tiles at floor in the kitchen located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 25, 2025 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). that is missing in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 25, 2025 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective light fixture at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 25, 2025 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective electrical outlets at west and east walls in the kitchen located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 25, 2025 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective light fixture at east wall at vestibule at public hall, 1st story
Apr 25, 2025
Open — Nov sent out
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- BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retarded plaster at south wall at public hall, 2nd story
Feb 24, 2025
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at south wall at public hall, 2nd story
Feb 24, 2025
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in uniform color at south wall at public hall, 2nd story
Feb 24, 2025
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Dec 10, 2024 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Dec 10, 2024 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Dec 10, 2024 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - 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 29, 2024
Open — Info nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at showerbody in the bathroom located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Nov 26, 2024 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Nov 26, 2024 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Nov 26, 2024 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective connection at sink wasteline in the kitchen located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Nov 26, 2024 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tiles in the kitchen located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Nov 26, 2024 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide a safe and adequate supply of electric service to the fixtures . in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Oct 2, 2024 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Oct 2, 2024 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair and abate unsafe electric wiring condition consisting of electrical extension cord providing electricity for 1st story public hall to apt 2, 2nd story at public hall, 1st story
Oct 2, 2024
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Oct 2, 2024 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 2ndflo, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Sep 29, 2024 · Apt 2NDFLO
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Provide a safe and adequate supply of electric service to the fixtures at ceiling and all walls throughout in the entire apartment located at apt 2ndflo, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Sep 29, 2024 · Apt 2NDFLO
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of electrical extension cord providing electricity for public hall 1st story to 2nd story apartment at public hall, 1st story
Sep 29, 2024
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.
Nov 28, 2023
Open — Info nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tiles in the kitchen located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Mar 1, 2023 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Refit door in the entrance located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Mar 1, 2023 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Mar 1, 2023 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Mar 1, 2023 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective rubber gasket at refrigerator doors in the kitchen located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Mar 1, 2023 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt second, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Mar 1, 2023 · Apt SECOND
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tiles in the kitchen located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Nov 30, 2022 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Nov 30, 2022 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly secure the loose 1st closet door from west at north wall in the 3rd room from east located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Nov 30, 2022 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 2ndflo, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Nov 2, 2022 · Apt 2NDFLO
Open — Invalid certification - BHazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 2ndflo, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Nov 2, 2022 · Apt 2NDFLO
Open — Invalid certification - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective counter balance lower sash window at south wall in the 5th room from north at east located at apt 2ndflo, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Nov 2, 2022 · Apt 2NDFLO
Open — Invalid certification - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective counter balance lower sash window at south wall in the 5th room from north at west located at apt 2ndflo, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Nov 2, 2022 · Apt 2NDFLO
Open — Invalid certification - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective counter balance lower sash window at north wall in the kitchen located at apt 2ndflo, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Nov 2, 2022 · Apt 2NDFLO
Open — Invalid certification
DOB building violations · 0
No DOB violations on record
ECB violations · 2
- Class - 2
Res.altered for occupancy as a dwelling for more than the legally approved #of families.nyc dob record(hpd property#149798)indicates residence is a legal 2-story,2-fam dwelling(1st&2nd fl-1fam each,cellar-boile
Dec 18, 2013 · Penalty $1,200
Active - Class - 1
Work w/o permit(s).work noted:at cellar level erected full-height partitions to create 3rooms & bathroom enclosure,& installed water&waste llines @ residential sink&3pc bathroom(shower,sink,toilet)@kitchen inst
Dec 18, 2013
Resolve
Complaints
- Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Feb 7, 2026 · Apt 2
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Dec 20, 2025 · Apt 2
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Nov 12, 2025 · Apt 2
Close - Electric
Power outage
Jun 7, 2025 · Apt 2NDFLO
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
May 21, 2025 · Apt 2
Close - Electric
No lighting
May 21, 2025 · Apt 2
Close - Electric
Outlet/switch
May 21, 2025 · Apt 2
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
May 21, 2025 · Apt 2
Close - Electric
Power outage
May 21, 2025 · Apt 2
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
May 21, 2025 · Apt 2
Close
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- Electric
Outlet/switch
Apr 15, 2025 · Apt 2
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Apr 15, 2025 · Apt 2
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Apr 15, 2025 · Apt 2
Close - General
Ventilation system
Apr 15, 2025 · Apt 2
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Apr 15, 2025 · Apt 2
Close - Door/window
Door
Apr 15, 2025 · Apt 2
Close - Electric
Power outage
Mar 10, 2025 · Apt 2
Close - Paint/plaster
Cabinet
Mar 10, 2025 · Apt 2
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Mar 10, 2025 · Apt 2
Close - Electric
Power outage
Feb 26, 2025 · Apt 2
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Feb 24, 2025 · Apt SECOND
Close - Electric
Power outage
Feb 24, 2025 · Apt SECOND
Close - Electric
Power outage
Feb 24, 2025 · Apt 2
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Feb 21, 2025 · Apt 2
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Dec 6, 2024 · Apt 2
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Dec 6, 2024 · Apt 2
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Nov 19, 2024 · Apt 2
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Nov 14, 2024 · Apt 2
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Oct 25, 2024 · Apt 2
Close - Electric
Power outage
Sep 29, 2024 · Apt 2
Close - Electric
Power outage
Sep 29, 2024 · Apt 2
Close - Electric
Power outage
Sep 28, 2024 · Apt 2NDFLO
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Feb 1, 2023 · Apt SECOND
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 22, 2022 · Apt 2
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Dec 22, 2022 · Apt 2
Close - Door/window
Door frame
Dec 22, 2022 · Apt 2
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Dec 22, 2022 · Apt 2
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Dec 22, 2022 · Apt 2
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Dec 22, 2022 · Apt 2
Close - Appliance
Refrigerator
Dec 22, 2022 · Apt 2
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Nov 14, 2022 · Apt 2
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Nov 8, 2022 · Apt SECOND
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Nov 8, 2022 · Apt SECOND
Close - Appliance
Refrigerator
Nov 8, 2022 · Apt SECOND
Close - Electric
Wiring
Nov 8, 2022 · Apt SECOND
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Nov 8, 2022 · Apt SECOND
Close - Electric
Outlet/switch
Nov 8, 2022 · Apt SECOND
Close - Door/window
Door frame
Nov 8, 2022 · Apt SECOND
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Nov 1, 2022 · Apt 2NDFLO
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Nov 1, 2022 · Apt 2NDFLO
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C0)
- Year built
- 1905
- Floors
- 2
- Residential units
- 3
- Building area
- 1,668 ft²
- Lot area
- 1,878 ft²
- Zoning
- R6B
- Community board
- 307
- Council district
- 38
- Block / lot
- 922 / 63
- Assessed value
- $83,580
- Landmark / historic district
- No
Questions about 717 42 Street
Who owns 717 42 Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Rui Hua Zheng.
Does 717 42 Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 44 housing violations at this property.
Is 717 42 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 717 42 Street built?
City records list 1905 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 717 42 Street?
It has 3 residential units.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.