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42 Cornelia Street

Brooklyn, NY 11221BBL 3-03380-0028Map

Owner of record: Wisseh, Christopher

42 Cornelia Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1905 in Brooklyn, 11221. It has 3 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is Wisseh, Christopher. HPD has recorded 38 housing violations here, most recently on May 4, 2026. 25 of the 38 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
38
DOB violations
0
ECB violations
0
HPD complaints
15

What to know

Concern
2 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation May 4, 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

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 · 38

  • 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.

    May 4, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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.

    Jun 9, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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, 2024

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 21, 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 22, 2023

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 23, 2022

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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.

    Feb 23, 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 8, 2021

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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.

    Apr 8, 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 16, 2018

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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  • 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 4, 2016

    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 8, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Replace with new the broken or defective ceramic floor tiles in the kitchen located at apt 3, 3rd story

    Nov 28, 2003 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Replace with new the missing ceramic tiles at east and west walls in the bathroom located at apt 3, 3rd story

    Nov 28, 2003 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Refit lower sash at west window in the 5th room from north located at apt 3, 3rd story

    Nov 28, 2003 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 3rd story

    Nov 28, 2003 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 3rd story

    Nov 28, 2003 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective plaster ceiling and east wall at public hall, 3rd story

    Nov 28, 2003

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor at public hall, 3rd story

    Nov 28, 2003

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - presumed lead paint that is peeling or is on a deteriorated subsurface - using exclusive interim controls. ceiling, east wall, west wall, south wall in the 2nd room from north located at apt 3, 3rd story

    Nov 28, 2003 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - presumed lead paint that is peeling or is on a deteriorated subsurface - using exclusive interim controls. ceiling, east wall, south wall in the 1st room from north located at apt 3, 3rd story

    Nov 28, 2003 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - presumed lead paint that is peeling or is on a deteriorated subsurface - using exclusive interim controls. north wall, east wall, south wall, west wall in the 3rd room from north located at apt 3, 3rd story

    Nov 28, 2003 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - presumed lead paint that is peeling or is on a deteriorated subsurface - using exclusive interim controls. ceiling, east wall, west wall, north wall, south wall in the 4th room from north located at apt 3, 3rd story

    Nov 28, 2003 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - presumed lead paint that is peeling or is on a deteriorated subsurface - using exclusive interim controls. ceiling, north wall in the private hallway located at apt 3, 3rd story

    Nov 28, 2003 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - presumed lead paint that is peeling or is on a deteriorated subsurface - using exclusive interim controls. west wall, north wall, south wall in the kitchen located at apt 3, 3rd story

    Nov 28, 2003 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - presumed lead paint that is peeling or is on a deteriorated subsurface - using exclusive interim controls. west wall, south wall in the 5th room from north located at apt 3, 3rd story

    Nov 28, 2003 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 3rd story

    Nov 28, 2003 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective light fixture at ceiling in the private hallway located at apt 3, 3rd story

    Nov 28, 2003 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Replace with new the broken or defective vinyl floor tiles in the private hallway located at apt 3, 3rd story

    Nov 28, 2003 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective door frame entrance to 3rd sty apt 3 located at apt 3

    Mar 16, 1999 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling walls throughout 3rd sty apt 3 located at apt 3

    Mar 16, 1999 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly secure the loose walls outlet 3rd sty public hall

    Mar 16, 1999

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets washbasin bathroom 3rd sty apt 3 located at apt 3

    Mar 16, 1999 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective entrance door rear to 3rd sty apt 3 located at apt 3

    Mar 16, 1999 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling heat room 3rd sty apt 3 located at apt 3

    Mar 16, 1999 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Repair the roof so that it will not leak over 3rd sty apt 3 located at apt 3

    Mar 16, 1999 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-12.01 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department cockloft leading to roof 3 sty public hall.

    Feb 6, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code remove all encumbrances consisting of household items all stys public hall.

    Feb 6, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 0

No DOB violations on record

ECB violations · 0

No ECB violations on record

Complaints

  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Dec 28, 2011 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 23, 2009 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jul 18, 2005 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jul 18, 2005 · Apt 2

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Jul 18, 2005 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Nov 18, 2003 · Apt 3

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Nov 18, 2003 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Nov 18, 2003 · Apt 3

    Close
  • General

    Ceramic-tile

    Nov 18, 2003 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Nov 18, 2003 · Apt 3

    Close
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  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Nov 18, 2003 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Nov 18, 2003 · Apt 3

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Nov 18, 2003 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Nov 18, 2003 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Nov 18, 2003 · Apt 3

    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 (C0)
Year built
1905
Floors
3
Residential units
3
Building area
3,420 ft²
Lot area
2,000 ft²
Zoning
R6
Community board
304
Council district
37
Block / lot
3380 / 28
Assessed value
$84,000
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #337940, last renewed Aug 22, 2025.

Questions about 42 Cornelia Street

Who owns 42 Cornelia Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Wisseh, Christopher.

Does 42 Cornelia Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 38 housing violations at this property.

Is 42 Cornelia 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 42 Cornelia Street built?

City records list 1905 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 42 Cornelia 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.