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940 Kent Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11205BBL 3-01925-0037Map

Owner of record: Ssherm LLC

940 Kent Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1920 in Brooklyn, 11205. It has 8 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is Ssherm LLC. HPD has recorded 59 housing violations here, most recently on June 13, 2024.

HPD violations
59
DOB violations
6
ECB violations
0
HPD complaints
24

What to know

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No open Class C

No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.

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Last violation Jun 13, 2024

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

No rent-stabilized units in 2018–2024 tax bills

Some apartments can still be regulated. Use the rent-stabilized checker or request the rent history from HCR.

Violations

Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.

HPD housing violations · 59

  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches at public hall, 4th story

    Jun 13, 2024

    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.

    Mar 23, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Remove device preventing door from being self-closing consisting of a hook and eye at vestibule door at public hall, 1st story

    Mar 14, 2023

    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 25, 2022

    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.

    Apr 9, 2021

    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.

    Oct 18, 2018

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Mar 15, 2016 · Apt 3L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling and walls in the entire apartment located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Mar 15, 2016 · Apt 3L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Remove the illegal fastening ***lockable sliding bolt, installed at entrance door.*** in the 1st room from east located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Oct 9, 2008 · Apt 3R

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Remove the illegal fastening ***lockable sliding bolt installed at entrance doot.*** in the 5th room from east located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Oct 9, 2008 · Apt 3R

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin ***roaches.*** in the entire apartment located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Oct 9, 2008 · Apt 3R

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin ***mice.**** in the entire apartment located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Oct 9, 2008 · Apt 3R

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - presumed lead paint that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) ceiling, 1st radiator from north at east wall, 1st riser from west at north wall in the 1st room from east located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Oct 9, 2008 · Apt 3R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - presumed lead paint that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) north wall, south wall in the 4th room from east located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Oct 9, 2008 · Apt 3R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - presumed lead paint that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) 1st door from west at north wall, south wall in the 5th room from east located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Oct 9, 2008 · Apt 3R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - presumed lead paint that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) ceiling, north wall, south wall, west wall in the bathroom located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Oct 9, 2008 · Apt 3R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - presumed lead paint that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) 2nd window frame from north at east wall, 1st window frame from south at west wall, 2nd window frame from south at west wall, 1st window frame from south at west wall in the kitchen located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Oct 9, 2008 · Apt 3R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) 1st door frame from south at west wall in the 2nd room from east located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    May 9, 2006 · Apt 3R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) 1st door frame from south at west wall in the 3rd room from east located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    May 9, 2006 · Apt 3R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) 1st door frame from south at west wall in the 4th room from east located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    May 9, 2006 · Apt 3R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) west wall, 1st window frame from south at west wall, 2nd window frame from south at west wall in the kitchen located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    May 9, 2006 · Apt 3R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    May 9, 2006 · Apt 3R

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice in the entire apartment located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    May 9, 2006 · Apt 3R

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system door locked at cellar

    Oct 16, 1999

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Post notice, in form approved by the department, stating the name and location of the person designated by the owner to have key to buildings heating system at or near mailboxes 1 sty public hall

    Oct 6, 1999

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets sink 3 sty south apt 3l kitchen. , section '' ''

    Jan 24, 1991 · Apt 3L

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective 3 sty south apt 3l martinez. , section '' ''

    Jan 24, 1991 · Apt 3L

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Refit window upper and lower sashes 3 sty south apt 3l east room. , section '' ''

    Jan 24, 1991 · Apt 3L

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from window to fire escape or provide approved type gate 3 sty south apt 3l. , section '' ''

    Jan 24, 1991 · Apt 3L

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Fire escape defective. remove and replace with new the broken and defective bracket and leave all anchorages uncovered for inspection center & north 2 sty balcony rear er1.

    May 8, 1990

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Replace with new the missing peephole cover rear entrance 2 sty north apt 3. located at apt 3

    May 1, 1990 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tile floor 2 sty south apt 4 bathroom. located at apt 4

    May 1, 1990 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Remove the illegal fastening double cylinder key operated lock installed entrance door 2 sty north apt 3. located at apt 3

    May 1, 1990 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Arrange and make self-closing the doors entrance 3 sty north apt 5. located at apt 5

    May 1, 1990 · Apt 5

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Remove or cover in a manner approved by the department the peeling lead paint north wall 3 sty north apt 5 private hall diaz875 3715. located at apt 5

    May 1, 1990 · Apt 5

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Refit door 3 sty south apt 6 bathroom. located at apt 6

    May 1, 1990 · Apt 6

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective oven of gas range 3 sty south apt 6 kitchen. located at apt 6

    May 1, 1990 · Apt 6

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceiling & walls 3 sty south apt 6 2nd room from kitchen. located at apt 6

    May 1, 1990 · Apt 6

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes all stys rear.

    May 1, 1990

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    And dept. rules and regulations. scrape and remove rust scales and paint with 2 coats of paint rear fire escape all stys all parts.

    May 1, 1990

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint to the satisfaction of this department the exterior window frames and sashes front & rear all stys.

    May 1, 1990

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Remove or cover in a manner approved by the department the peeling lead paint north wall 3 sty north apt 5 2 room from frontms diaz 875 3436 er1. located at apt 5

    May 1, 1990 · Apt 5

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Remove or cover in a manner approved by the department the peeling lead paint east wall 3 room from kitchen 3 sty south apt 6 martinez no phone er1. located at apt 6

    May 1, 1990 · Apt 6

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Remove or cover in a manner approved by the department the peeling lead paint north wall 3 room froom kitchen 3 sty south apt 6 martinez no phone er1. located at apt 6

    May 1, 1990 · Apt 6

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Remove or cover in a manner approved by the department the peeling lead paint north wall 1st room from kitchen 3 sty south apt 6 martinez no phone er1. located at apt 6

    May 1, 1990 · Apt 6

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Remove or cover in a manner approved by the department the peeling lead paint ceiling 2 room from front 3 sty south apt 6 martinez no phone er1. located at apt 6

    May 1, 1990 · Apt 6

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Remove or cover in a manner approved by the department the peeling lead paint ceiling 1 room from front 3 sty south apt 6 martinez no phone er1. located at apt 6

    May 1, 1990 · Apt 6

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Remove or cover in a manner approved by the department the peeling lead paint steam riser 3 sty south apt 6 bathroom martinez no phone er1. located at apt 6

    May 1, 1990 · Apt 6

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets bathtub 2 sty south apt 4 bathroom. located at apt 4

    May 1, 1990 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceiling 2 sty south apt 4 kitchen. located at apt 4

    May 1, 1990 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation dismissed

DOB building violations · 6

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2014 inspection report

    Oct 1, 2015

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2013 inspection report

    Mar 3, 2015

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2010 inspection report

    Dec 13, 2011

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 6, 2006

    Dob violation - active
  • 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

    Aug 16, 1993

    Dob violation - active

ECB violations · 0

No ECB violations on record

Complaints

  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jan 17, 2026 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jan 17, 2026 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Jan 17, 2026 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jun 7, 2024 · Apt 4R

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jun 7, 2024 · Apt 4R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Mar 4, 2016 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Aug 28, 2015 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Aug 28, 2015 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 21, 2013 · Apt NA

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Apr 25, 2006 · Apt 3R

    Close
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  • Paint/plaster

    Door/frame

    Apr 25, 2006 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Apr 25, 2006 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Apr 25, 2006 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Apr 25, 2006 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Apr 25, 2006 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Apr 25, 2006 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Apr 25, 2006 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Apr 25, 2006 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Apr 25, 2006 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Apr 25, 2006 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Apr 25, 2006 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Apr 25, 2006 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Apr 25, 2006 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Apr 25, 2006 · Apt 3R

    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
1920
Floors
4
Residential units
8
Building area
6,872 ft²
Lot area
2,285 ft²
Zoning
R7A
Community board
303
Council district
33
Block / lot
1925 / 37
Assessed value
$845,100
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #348236, last renewed Aug 25, 2025.

Questions about 940 Kent Avenue

Who owns 940 Kent Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Ssherm LLC.

Does 940 Kent Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 59 housing violations at this property.

Is 940 Kent Avenue 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 940 Kent Avenue built?

City records list 1920 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 940 Kent Avenue?

It has 8 residential units.

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