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40 Cooper Street

Brooklyn, NY 11207BBL 3-03438-0030Map

Owner of record: Gibson Kenneth

40 Cooper Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1904 in Brooklyn, 11207. It has 8 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is Gibson Kenneth. HPD has recorded 95 housing violations here, most recently on May 4, 2026. 18 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
95
DOB violations
9
ECB violations
2
HPD complaints
67

What to know

Concern
6 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 · 95

  • 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

    Post and maintain a proper sign on wall of entrance story showing the registration number assigned by the department and the address of the building. at public hall, 1st story

    Jun 10, 2025

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    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.

    Jun 10, 2025

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Fire escape defective. adjust the dropladder so that it will slide easily in the guide rods in down position at building rear at fire escape

    Jun 10, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

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

    Jun 10, 2025

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at front entrance at cellar

    Jun 10, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Abate the nuisance consisting of evidence of rats and all underlying causes creating the pest infestations, by using integrated pest management (ipm), eliminate all burrow entry and passageways, pest nests, holes, gaps or cracks in walls, ceilings, floors, fixing leaks and managing garbage in public areas. evidence found at rats yard

    Jun 10, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at building rear at cellar

    Jun 10, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

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

    Jun 3, 2025 · Apt 2B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 4b, 4th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Jun 3, 2025 · Apt 4B

    Open — Nov sent out
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  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 4b, 4th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Jun 3, 2025 · Apt 4B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Make safe by properly repairing the structural defect approx 2 inch crack running between windows from 1st story to roof at rear exterior wall

    Jun 3, 2025

    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 26, 2024

    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, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Post and maintain a proper sign on wall of entrance story showing the registration number assigned by the department and the address of the building. at public hall, 1st story

    Oct 26, 2023

    Open — Not complied with
  • A

    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 at public hall, 1st story

    Oct 26, 2023

    Open — Not complied with
  • A

    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.

    Oct 26, 2023

    Open — Not complied with
  • 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 north at east wall in the bathroom located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Oct 26, 2023 · Apt 3A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the 1st room from north, the foyer , the 3rd room from north, the 4th room from north located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Oct 26, 2023 · Apt 3A

    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 window frame from north at east wall in the kitchen located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Oct 26, 2023 · Apt 3A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges on door in vestibule at public hall, 1st story

    Oct 26, 2023

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the north wall, west wall in the 3rd room from north located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Oct 26, 2023 · Apt 3A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

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

    Oct 26, 2023 · Apt 3A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

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

    Oct 26, 2023 · Apt 3A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly secure the loose hinges on door frame in the 4th room from north located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Oct 26, 2023 · Apt 3A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the 4th room from north located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Oct 26, 2023 · Apt 3A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Oct 26, 2023 · Apt 3A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective in the entire apartment located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Oct 26, 2023 · Apt 3A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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 = 0, wg to replace = 0, wg to repair = 3 in the entire apartment located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Oct 26, 2023 · Apt 3A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective glass pane at upper sash window, 1st from west at north wall in the 1st room from north located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Oct 26, 2023 · Apt 3A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective glass pane at upper and lower sash window in the 3rd room from north located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Oct 26, 2023 · Apt 3A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the 1st door from north at east wall in the bathroom located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Oct 26, 2023 · Apt 3A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

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

    Oct 26, 2023 · Apt 3A

    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 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.

    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

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace with new the broken or defective glass panes at lower sash at window in the 1st room from east at south located at apt 4a, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Feb 14, 2020 · Apt 4A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    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

    Jan 16, 2020

    Open — Not complied with
  • A

    Post and maintain a proper sign on wall of entrance story showing the registration number assigned by the department and the address of the building. at public hall, 1st story

    Jan 16, 2020

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes consisting of house hold items at 4th story balcony, west stack at building front

    Jan 16, 2020

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Post sign on wall of entrance story bearing name, address including apartment number if any, and telephone number of superintendent, janitor or housekeeper. at public hall, 1st story

    Jan 16, 2020

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    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

    Jan 16, 2020

    Open — Not complied with
  • A

    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

    Jan 16, 2020

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    § 53, 187, 231 m/d law and department rules and regulations. provide a shoe properly secured to bottom of string of dropladder at west fire escape, building front

    Jan 16, 2020

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Remove the illegal fastening consisting of hasp and eye capable of being padlocked at gates exceeding over 4ft obstructing egress from west fire escape at building front yard

    Jan 16, 2020

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    § 329, m/d law and dept. rules and regs. provide a completed certificate of inspection visits in a proper frame at or near mailboxes, bottom edge of frame between 48-62 inches above floor (missing) at public hall, 1st story

    Jan 16, 2020

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective at vestibule at public hall, 1st story

    Jan 16, 2020

    Open — Not complied with
  • A

    Paint or post a sign indicating floors at all stories at public hall

    Jan 16, 2020

    Open — Not complied with
  • I

    Apts have been vacated by this department and cannot be reoccupied until so ordered after proof of compliance for apts 4a (4th story, 1st apartment from west at north). vacate #152287

    Jan 16, 2020

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Provide wire mesh above and below skylight at public hall, 4th story

    Jan 16, 2020

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 9

  • Construction other optional

    Request engineering report due an abundance of soil from construction operations taking place at exposure 2 (1388 bushwick avenue) along with material has been stored along exterior wall potentially compromising structural integrity of the building.

    Sep 5, 2024

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2021 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 30, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    Structure rendered non-compliant. due to excavation ongoing at adjacent property 42 cooper st. the following damage has occurred. at corner of building at exposure 2 + 3 large vertical crack appears, also noted at exposure 3 vertical cracks appear between windows at corners running vertical.

    Nov 25, 2020

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2012 inspection report

    May 15, 2014

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Sep 16, 1997

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 10, 1997

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jun 1, 1994

    Dob violation - active
  • 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 - active

ECB violations · 2

  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply with the commissioner's orders to file a certificate of correction with the dept. of buildings for vio# 39143769k, file a certificate of correction

    Aug 4, 2026 · Penalty $1,250

    Active
  • Class - 1

    At rear of building observed vertical cracks between window at all floors., maintain exterior building wall

    Apr 3, 2025 · Penalty $25,000

    Active

Complaints

  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Oct 19, 2023 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Oct 19, 2023 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Oct 19, 2023 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window pane

    Oct 19, 2023 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window pane

    Oct 19, 2023 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 13, 2021 · Apt 4D

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 15, 2018 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 12, 2017 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Dec 12, 2017 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Dec 12, 2017 · Apt 2B

    Close
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  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Jan 20, 2011 · Apt 4A

    Close
  • General

    Doors

    Dec 30, 2010 · Apt 4C

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Dec 30, 2010 · Apt 4C

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Dec 30, 2010 · Apt 4C

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Dec 30, 2010 · Apt 4C

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Sep 14, 2010 · Apt 4A

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Feb 8, 2010 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Feb 8, 2010 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Feb 8, 2010 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Feb 8, 2010 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Feb 8, 2010 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Feb 8, 2010 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Feb 8, 2010 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Feb 8, 2010 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • General

    Locks

    Feb 8, 2010 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Feb 8, 2010 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • General

    Ceramic-tile

    Feb 8, 2010 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Feb 8, 2010 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Feb 8, 2010 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Feb 8, 2010 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Feb 8, 2010 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Feb 8, 2010 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Apr 28, 2009 · Apt 4C

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Apr 28, 2009 · Apt 4C

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Apr 28, 2009 · Apt 4C

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Apr 28, 2009 · Apt 4C

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Apr 28, 2009 · Apt 4C

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Apr 28, 2009 · Apt 4C

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Apr 28, 2009 · Apt 4C

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Apr 28, 2009 · Apt 4C

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Apr 28, 2009 · Apt 4C

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Apr 28, 2009 · Apt 4C

    Close
  • General

    Doors

    Apr 28, 2009 · Apt 4C

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Apr 28, 2009 · Apt 4C

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Apr 28, 2009 · Apt 4C

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Apr 28, 2009 · Apt 4C

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Mar 11, 2009 · Apt 4C

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Mar 11, 2009 · Apt 4C

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Mar 11, 2009 · Apt 4C

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Mar 11, 2009 · Apt 4C

    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
1904
Floors
4
Residential units
8
Building area
9,030 ft²
Lot area
3,417 ft²
Zoning
R6
Community board
304
Council district
37
Block / lot
3438 / 30
Assessed value
$626,400
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #323458, last renewed Aug 7, 2025.

Questions about 40 Cooper Street

Who owns 40 Cooper Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Gibson Kenneth.

Does 40 Cooper Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 95 housing violations at this property.

Is 40 Cooper 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 40 Cooper Street built?

City records list 1904 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 40 Cooper Street?

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.