212 Forbell Street
Brooklyn, NY 11208BBL 3-04205-0041Map
Owner of record: Rafiqul Islam
212 Forbell Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1920 in Brooklyn, 11208. It has 3 residential units across 2 floors. The owner of record is Rafiqul Islam. HPD has recorded 23 housing violations here, most recently on June 16, 2023. 23 of the 23 most recent violations are still open.
- HPD violations
- 23
- DOB violations
- 5
- ECB violations
- 9
- HPD complaints
- 59
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 · 23
- BHazardous
Repair the roof so that it will not leak above the ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jun 16, 2023 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in uniform color the ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jun 16, 2023 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in uniform color the north wall in the 3rd room from east at north located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jun 16, 2023 · Apt 2
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 west at north
Jun 16, 2023 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective baseboard radiator cover at south wall in the kitchen located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jun 16, 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 west at north
Jun 16, 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 west at north
Jun 16, 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 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jun 16, 2023 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective base cabinet at wash basin in the bathroom located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jun 16, 2023 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective the metal cover of baseboard radiator in the 3rd room from east at south located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Feb 10, 2023 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out
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- BHazardous
Cleanse and disinfect to the satisfaction of this department after removing the roofing cement on the treads at public hall stairs, 1st story
Feb 10, 2023
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective door bell from the building entrance to the south wall in the room east center 1 located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Feb 10, 2023 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly secure the loose base board radiator at the south wall in the 1st room from east at center located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Feb 10, 2023 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective the drawers at the base cabinet at the north wall in the kitchenette located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Feb 10, 2023 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tiles in the kitchenette located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Feb 10, 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 west at north
Feb 10, 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 west at north
Feb 10, 2023 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Feb 10, 2023 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Remove the illegal fastening key operated double cylinder lock installed at the building's entrance gate at public hall, 1st story
Feb 10, 2023
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Discontinue use of rooms for living, disconnect plumbing fixtures where illegal and properly seal pipe connections sink water closet wash basin shower stall at cellar located at bsmt-apt baseme
Aug 20, 2021 · Apt BASEME
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Discontinue unlawful cooking space or file plans and application with this department to legalize same, if lawfully feasible the gas range at cellar at cellar
Apr 28, 2021
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Discontinue use of rooms for living, disconnect plumbing fixtures where illegal and properly seal pipe connections two water closets, two wash basins, two bathtubs, one kitchen sink at cellar at cellar
Apr 28, 2021
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches at cellar
Apr 28, 2021
Open — Nov sent out
DOB building violations · 5
- Structurally compromised building none
Failure to submit an acceptable inspectn rpt for structurally compromised bldg.
Oct 15, 2023
Dob violation - active - Construction other optional
Structure rendered non compliant. at time of inspection observed at 2nd floor, extensive charring of joist, finished walls removed, roof open and windows out. 1st floor extensive water damage with windows out due to fire.
Sep 26, 2023
Dob violation - active - Immediate emergency anythingoptional
Seal all accessible openings to secure property from unauthorized access and to safeguard public
Feb 27, 2023
Dob violation - active - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Jan 19, 2022
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Sep 15, 2021
Dob violation - dismissed
ECB violations · 9
- Class - 2
Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#35586865h issued on 09/15/21 & to file a cert of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. for converting bldg into 3 family w/o a permit.
Mar 10, 2022 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply w/commissioner's order contained in summons/v35586865h issued9/15/21 &to file c/c pursuant to28-201.1&1rcny102-01.alt/changed bldg comply w/commissioner's order &/or file c/c.
Dec 23, 2021 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 1
Altered/changed building occupied without valid certificate of occupancy as per 28-118.1 - 28-118.3.2 noted: job #301551274 alt 1 application filed to convert 2 family to three was approved but not permitted al
Sep 15, 2021 · Penalty $1,250
Active - Class - 2
Occupancy contrary to that allowed by c of o and/or dept of buidlings records.partitions erected creating illegal use of rooms for living at basement full bathroom present with wash basin,shower,water closet.no
Aug 20, 2021
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#35506676x issued on 06/16/21 & to file a cert of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. altered/changed bldg occupied w/o a valid c of o as
Jul 28, 2021 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 1
Altered/changed building occupied without a valid c/o as per 28-118.3.1-28-118.3.2.job#301551274 to convert from 2 family to 3 family was approved.job#320429808 to obtain new c/o for new conversion was never ob
Jun 16, 2021 · Penalty $1,250
Active - Class - 2
Occupancy contrary to that allowed by cofo and department of building records.partition erected creating illegal rooms for living at cellar unlawful gas range present also present a kitchen sink.also a full bat
Apr 28, 2021
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Work without a permit. homeowner installed a 3 piece bathroom in cellar without permits. remedy: obtain a permit.
Jan 9, 2003 · Penalty $2,500
Active - Non-hazardous
Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the certificate of occupancy or building dept. records cofo # 203549 issued for a two family dwelling. there are 3 kitchens, 3 bathrooms in house. cellar is being used as a
Jan 9, 2003 · Penalty $2,500
Active
Complaints
- Appliance
Electric/gas range
Sep 21, 2023 · Apt 2
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Sep 21, 2023 · Apt 2NDFLO
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Sep 21, 2023 · Apt 2NDFLO
Close - Plumbing
Toilet
Sep 21, 2023 · Apt 2NDFLO
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Sep 21, 2023 · Apt 2NDFLO
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Sep 21, 2023 · Apt 2NDFLO
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Sep 21, 2023 · Apt 2NDFLO
Close - Safety
Window guard broken/missing
Sep 21, 2023 · Apt 2NDFLO
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Jun 12, 2023 · Apt 2
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jun 12, 2023 · Apt 2
Close
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- Water leak
Heavy flow
May 4, 2023 · Apt BASEME
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
May 4, 2023 · Apt BASEME
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
May 4, 2023 · Apt 2
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Apr 6, 2023 · Apt BASEME
Close - Plumbing
Toilet
Apr 6, 2023 · Apt BASEME
Close - Electric
Power outage
Apr 6, 2023 · Apt BASEME
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Feb 27, 2023 · Apt 2NDFLO
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Feb 6, 2023 · Apt 2
Close - General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
Feb 6, 2023 · Apt 2
Close - Plumbing
Radiator
Feb 6, 2023 · Apt 2
Close - General
Cabinet
Feb 6, 2023 · Apt 2
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Feb 6, 2023 · Apt 2
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Feb 6, 2023 · Apt 2
Close - Plumbing
Radiator
Feb 6, 2023 · Apt 2
Close - Flooring/stairs
Stairs
Feb 6, 2023 · Apt 2
Close - Plumbing
Toilet
Dec 6, 2022 · Apt 2
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Oct 17, 2021 · Apt 2
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Aug 19, 2021 · Apt BASEME
Close - General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
Aug 19, 2021 · Apt BASEME
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Aug 19, 2021 · Apt BASEME
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Aug 19, 2021 · Apt BASEME
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Aug 19, 2021 · Apt BASEME
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Aug 19, 2021 · Apt BASEME
Close - Door/window
Door frame
Aug 17, 2021 · Apt BASEME
Close - Unsanitary condition
Sewage
Aug 17, 2021 · Apt BASEME
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Aug 17, 2021 · Apt BASEME
Close - Electric
Power outage
Aug 17, 2021 · Apt BASEME
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Aug 17, 2021 · Apt BASEME
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Aug 17, 2021 · Apt BASEME
Close - General
Cabinet
Aug 17, 2021 · Apt BASEME
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Aug 17, 2021 · Apt BASEME
Close - Appliance
Refrigerator
Aug 17, 2021 · Apt BASEME
Close - Water leak
Damp spot
May 26, 2021 · Apt 2
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
May 26, 2021 · Apt 2
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
May 26, 2021 · Apt 2
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Apr 22, 2021 · Apt BASEME
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Apr 22, 2021 · Apt BASEME
Close - Electric
Outlet/switch
Apr 22, 2021 · Apt BASEME
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Apr 22, 2021 · Apt BASEME
Close - Electric
Power outage
Apr 22, 2021 · Apt BASEME
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C0)
- Year built
- 1920
- Floors
- 2
- Residential units
- 3
- Building area
- 2,173 ft²
- Lot area
- 1,834 ft²
- Zoning
- R4
- Community board
- 305
- Council district
- 37
- Block / lot
- 4205 / 41
- Assessed value
- $62,040
- Landmark / historic district
- No
Questions about 212 Forbell Street
Who owns 212 Forbell Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Rafiqul Islam.
Does 212 Forbell Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 23 housing violations at this property.
Is 212 Forbell 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 212 Forbell Street built?
City records list 1920 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 212 Forbell 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.