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938 Belmont Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11208BBL 3-04247-0023Map

Owner of record: Hossain, Motaher

938 Belmont Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1930 in Brooklyn, 11208. It has 4 residential units across 2 floors. The owner of record is Hossain, Motaher. HPD has recorded 89 housing violations here, most recently on May 1, 2026. 26 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
89
DOB violations
5
ECB violations
13
HPD complaints
67

What to know

Concern
3 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation May 1, 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 · 89

  • 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 1, 2026

    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 18, 2025

    Open — Info 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 6, 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

    Open — Info 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 8, 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 17, 2023

    Open — Info 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.

    Mar 21, 2023

    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 7, 2022

    Open — Info 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

    Open — Info 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
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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.

    Apr 7, 2021

    Open — Info 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 7, 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.

    Oct 29, 2019

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • A

    Post and maintain a street number on the front of the dwelling plainly visible from the sidewalk.

    Aug 2, 2018

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Arrange and make self-closing the doors building entrance door

    Aug 2, 2018

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 = 1; in the 1st room from north at west located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jun 21, 2018 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from at least 1 window or provide approved type gate , in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jun 21, 2018 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 = 1;wg to repair = 1 in the 1st room from north at east located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jun 21, 2018 · Apt 2L

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    Provide adequate lighting at or near the outside of the front entranceway of the building and keep same burning from sunset every day to sunrise on the day following 200w ,(missing bulb at light fixtures) at east section building front entrance

    Jan 24, 2018 · Apt BLDG

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). inoperative located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Dec 24, 2017 · Apt 1R

    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. at public hall, 1st story

    Dec 24, 2017

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box missing at public hall, 1st story

    Dec 24, 2017

    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 at public hall, 1st story

    Dec 24, 2017

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the 3rd room from north at west, the kitchen , the 1st room from north at west, the 1st room from north at east, the bathroom located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Dec 24, 2017 · Apt 1R

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Dec 24, 2017 · Apt 1R

    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

    Dec 24, 2017

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector inoperative located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Dec 24, 2017 · Apt 1R

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Dec 24, 2017 · Apt 1R

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the flushing apparatus and maintain same so as to flush effectively the water closet .. in the bathroom located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Dec 24, 2017 · Apt 1R

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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

    Dec 24, 2017

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of mice located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Dec 24, 2017 · Apt 1R

    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. at public hall, 1st story

    Dec 21, 2017

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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

    Dec 21, 2017

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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

    Dec 21, 2017

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box .. at public hall, 1st story

    Dec 21, 2017

    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 = 2; wg to replace = 0; wg to repair = 0; in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story

    Dec 21, 2017 · Apt 2R

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

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

    Dec 21, 2017 · Apt 1L

    Open — Second no access to re-inspect violation
  • B

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

    Dec 21, 2017 · Apt 1L

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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 = 3; wg to replace = 0; wg to repair = 6; in the entire apartment located at apt 2l, 2nd story, apartment at south

    Dec 31, 2016 · Apt 2L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector that is missing in the entire apartment located at apt 2l, 2nd story, apartment at south

    Dec 31, 2016 · Apt 2L

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Arrange and make self-closing the doors ... in the entrance located at apt 2l, 2nd story, apartment at south

    Dec 31, 2016 · Apt 2L

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Arrange and make self-closing the doors ... in the entrance located at apt 1l, 1st story, apartment at south

    Dec 31, 2016 · Apt 1L

    Open — Second no access to re-inspect violation
  • B

    Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. in the entire apartment located at apt 2l, 2nd story, apartment at south

    Dec 31, 2016 · Apt 2L

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Arrange and make self-closing the doors ... in the entrance located at apt 2r, 2nd story, apartment at north

    Dec 31, 2016 · Apt 2R

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector that is defective in the entire apartment located at apt 1l, 1st story, apartment at south

    Dec 31, 2016 · Apt 1L

    Open — Second no access to re-inspect violation
  • B

    Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. in the entire apartment located at apt 1l, 1st story, apartment at south

    Dec 31, 2016 · Apt 1L

    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 = 9; in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, apartment at north

    Dec 31, 2016 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector that is defective in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, apartment at north

    Dec 31, 2016 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, apartment at north

    Dec 31, 2016 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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 7, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed

DOB building violations · 5

  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Apr 18, 2018

    Dob violation - active
  • Unsafe buildings none

    Ub-unsafe buildings none

    Apr 10, 1996

    V%*-dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Jun 22, 1992

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Nov 1, 1990

    Vp-violation unserved ecb-active
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Apr 23, 1990

    Vp-violation unserved ecb-active

ECB violations · 13

  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#35308787l issued on 01/22/18 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. work w/o permit: note at cellar level erected full height parti

    Dec 13, 2018 · Penalty $6,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply w/ the commissioner's order contained in summons/violation#35308787l issued on 1/22/18 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01. note:no document file for

    Oct 30, 2018 · Penalty $6,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply with the commissioner's order contained in summons/violation #35308787l issued 01/22/18 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01. work without a permit. no

    Sep 10, 2018 · Penalty $12,500

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio #35308787l issued on 01/22/18 & to file a cert of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01.work w/out a permit noted created class a apt in ce

    Jul 26, 2018 · Penalty $6,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply w/the commissioner's order contained in summons/violation #35308787l issued on 01/22/18 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01. work w/o permit.noted at

    Jun 7, 2018 · Penalty $12,500

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply with the commissioners order contained summons violation#35308787l issued on 01/22/18 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01.for work without a permit.re

    Apr 26, 2018 · Penalty $6,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Residence altered as adwelling for more than the # of families legally authorized by the cofo of dob records.dob records indicates dwelling to be occupied as a 4 fam dwelling.now premises converted to 5 fam dwe

    Jan 22, 2018 · Penalty $1,200

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Work w/o permits:work noted:at cellar level-erected full height partitions to sub-divide the open collar to create and addt'l class'a'apt.electrical lines for lighting outlets switches and mechanical fixtures

    Jan 22, 2018 · Penalty $1,600

    Active
  • Non-hazardous

    Work w/o a permit.work noted: at cellar level south exposure -new cellar entry installed,new concret stair to cellar,new flr drain,new cellar entry door .no handrail surrounding well hole.remedy:obtain a permit

    Apr 12, 2004 · Penalty $500

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to maintain.defects are 1)rotted wood beams and missing ceiling at cellar various location throughtout. 2)rotted and unstable floor at lobby.at first floor front 3)missing rails at stairs at public hall

    Aug 20, 2003

    Resolve
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  • Non-hazardous

    Illlegal occupancy: occupancy contrary to that allowed by department of buildings records ub # 3077/96 occupancy change from vacent to occupied stature. remedy: obtain a valid co or discontinue the illegal

    Aug 6, 2003

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to maintain: interior of the building: defect is: cracked floor and walls in vestibule area 1st floor front. remedy: make all necessary repairs in a workman manner forth.

    Feb 23, 1995 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to maintain exterior of the building. cracked and sagged floor at westbule 1st floor front. remedy: obtain a permit and repair.

    Mar 7, 1990 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Safety

    Window guard broken/missing

    Dec 20, 2017 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Dec 20, 2017 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Safety

    Smoke detector

    Dec 20, 2017 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Safety

    Carbon monoxide detector

    Dec 20, 2017 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Dec 20, 2017 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Dec 20, 2017 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Safety

    Window guard broken/missing

    Dec 20, 2017 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Safety

    Fire escape

    Dec 20, 2017 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Safety

    Smoke detector

    Dec 20, 2017 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Safety

    Carbon monoxide detector

    Dec 20, 2017 · Apt 1L

    Close
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  • Electric

    Lighting

    Dec 20, 2017 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Dec 20, 2017 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Dec 20, 2017 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Dec 20, 2017 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Dec 20, 2017 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Dec 20, 2017 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Safety

    Smoke detector

    Dec 23, 2016 · Apt 2L

    Close
  • Safety

    Smoke detector

    Dec 23, 2016 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Safety

    Carbon monoxide detector

    Dec 23, 2016 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Safety

    Smoke detector

    Dec 23, 2016 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Safety

    Carbon monoxide detector

    Dec 23, 2016 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Safety

    Carbon monoxide detector

    Dec 23, 2016 · Apt 2L

    Close
  • General

    Ceramic-tile

    Mar 1, 2010 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Mar 1, 2010 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Mar 1, 2010 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Mar 1, 2010 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Mar 1, 2010 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • General

    Doors

    Mar 1, 2010 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Mar 1, 2010 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Mar 1, 2010 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Dec 19, 2007 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Dec 19, 2007 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Dec 19, 2007 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Dec 19, 2007 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Dec 19, 2007 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Dec 19, 2007 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Dec 19, 2007 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Dec 19, 2007 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Jun 4, 2007 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jun 4, 2007 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Jun 4, 2007 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Jun 4, 2007 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 16, 2004 · Apt 2L/2R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 15, 2004 · Apt 2R/2L

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 2, 2004 · Apt 2L

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 28, 2004 · Apt 2L

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Jan 27, 2004 · Apt 2L

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 27, 2004 · Apt 2L

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Jan 27, 2004 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 27, 2004 · Apt 2L

    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 (C3)
Year built
1930
Floors
2
Residential units
4
Building area
3,600 ft²
Lot area
2,500 ft²
Zoning
R5
Community board
305
Council district
42
Block / lot
4247 / 23
Assessed value
$270,450
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #365686, last renewed Aug 7, 2018.

Questions about 938 Belmont Avenue

Who owns 938 Belmont Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Hossain, Motaher.

Does 938 Belmont Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 89 housing violations at this property.

Is 938 Belmont 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 938 Belmont Avenue built?

City records list 1930 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 938 Belmont Avenue?

It has 4 residential units.

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