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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

Concern
2 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation Jun 16, 2023

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 · 23

  • B

    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
  • B

    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
  • B

    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
  • B

    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
  • B

    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
  • B

    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
  • B

    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
  • B

    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
  • B

    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
  • B

    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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  • B

    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
  • B

    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
  • B

    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
  • B

    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
  • B

    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
  • B

    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
  • B

    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
  • B

    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
  • C

    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
  • B

    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
  • B

    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
  • B

    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
  • C

    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

Sales come from the NYC Department of Finance rolling sales file.

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.