26 East 96 Street
Brooklyn, NY 11212BBL 3-04598-0026Map
Owner of record: Cohen, Lior
26 East 96 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1930 in Brooklyn, 11212. It has 4 residential units across 2 floors. The owner of record is Cohen, Lior. HPD has recorded 91 housing violations here, most recently on May 4, 2026. 28 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.
- HPD violations
- 91
- DOB violations
- 0
- ECB violations
- 0
- HPD complaints
- 24
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 · 91
- ANon-hazardous
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 - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Mar 6, 2026 · Apt 1R
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latch at bulkhead door , 6th story
Mar 6, 2026
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story
Mar 6, 2026 · Apt 2R
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story
Mar 6, 2026 · Apt 2R
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - CImmediately hazardous
Post notice, in form approved by the department, stating the name and location of the person designated by the owner to have key to buildings heating system missing at public hall, 1st story
Mar 6, 2026
Open — Nov sent out - IInformation / order
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 19, 2025
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at bulkhead door leading to roof at public hall, 2nd story
Sep 3, 2025
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Post notice, in form approved by the department, stating the name and location of the person designated by the owner to have key to buildings heating system missing at public hall
Sep 3, 2025
Open — Not complied with - BHazardous
Remove all encumbrances consisting of household items at public hall, 1st story
Sep 3, 2025
Closed — Violation closed
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- BHazardous
Remove the illegal fastening consisting of slide bolt capable of being padlocked at bulkhead door leading to roof at public hall, 2nd story
Sep 3, 2025
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
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 — First no access to re- inspect violation - ANon-hazardous
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 — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
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 south at west wall in the kitchen located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Nov 9, 2022 · Apt 1R
Open — Defect letter issued - CImmediately hazardous
Certify compliance with lead-based paint hazard control requirements during period of unit vacancy by performing activities necessary to abate tested lead-based paint from required window and/or door friction surfaces for apartment and make floors smooth and cleanable, positive lead-based paint in an apartment with a child under six located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Nov 9, 2022 · Apt 1R
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation the 1st riser from east at south wall in the kitchen located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Nov 9, 2022 · Apt 1R
Open — Violation will be reinspected - ANon-hazardous
Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation the 1st radiator from east at south wall in the 2nd room from east located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Nov 9, 2022 · Apt 1R
Open — Violation will be reinspected - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the 1st window frame from east at south wall in the 2nd room from east located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Nov 9, 2022 · Apt 1R
Open — Violation will be reinspected - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the 1st closet from north at east wall door frame in the private hallway located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Nov 9, 2022 · Apt 1R
Open — Violation will be reinspected - ANon-hazardous
Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation the 1st door from north at east wall in the foyer located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Nov 9, 2022 · Apt 1R
Open — Violation will be reinspected - CImmediately hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Nov 9, 2022 · Apt 1R
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
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 south at west
Nov 9, 2022 · Apt 1R
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the south wall, west wall, east wall, ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Nov 9, 2022 · Apt 1R
Open — Violation will be reinspected - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the south wall, north wall, east wall, ceiling in the 3rd room from east at south located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Nov 9, 2022 · Apt 1R
Open — Violation will be reinspected - ANon-hazardous
Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation the 1st riser from west at north wall in the 3rd room from east at south located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Nov 9, 2022 · Apt 1R
Open — Violation will be reinspected - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective mechanical ventilation system in the bathroom located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Nov 9, 2022 · Apt 1R
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
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 closet from north at east wall door, south wall, east wall, west wall in the private hallway located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Nov 9, 2022 · Apt 1R
Open — Defect letter issued - CImmediately hazardous
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) chair rails at north wall, chair rails at south wall, chair rails at east wall, chair rails at west wall, 2nd window frame from east at south wall in the 2nd room from east located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Nov 9, 2022 · Apt 1R
Open — Defect letter issued - CImmediately hazardous
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 south at west wall, 2nd window frame from south at west wall in the 3rd room from east at south located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Nov 9, 2022 · Apt 1R
Open — Defect letter issued - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the north wall, east wall in the 2nd room from east located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Nov 9, 2022 · Apt 1R
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the north wall, 1st door frame from north at east wall, east wall, west wall, ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Nov 9, 2022 · Apt 1R
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective base cabinet at wash basin in the bathroom located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Nov 9, 2022 · Apt 1R
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
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 closet from west at north wall door, 1st closet from west at north wall door frame, 1st closet from east at south wall door, 1st closet from east at south wall door frame, north wall, south wall in the foyer located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Nov 9, 2022 · Apt 1R
Open — Defect letter issued - BHazardous
Properly secure the loose ceramic tiles at south wall in the kitchen located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Nov 9, 2022 · Apt 1R
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Nov 9, 2022 · Apt 1R
Open — Defect letter issued - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Nov 9, 2022 · Apt 1R
Open — Defect letter issued - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Nov 9, 2022 · Apt 1R
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Nov 9, 2022 · Apt 1R
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
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 from west at north wall, 1st door frame from west at north wall, 1st window frame from east at south wall in the bathroom located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Nov 9, 2022 · Apt 1R
Open — Defect letter issued - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Sep 29, 2022 · Apt 2R
Open — Not complied with - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Sep 29, 2022 · Apt 2R
Open — Not complied with - IInformation / order
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 24, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
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 24, 2022
Open — Violation will be reinspected - BHazardous
Remove all encumbrances consisting of cans, carts and household items at public hall, 1st story
Oct 13, 2021
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
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
Oct 13, 2021
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
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.
Oct 13, 2021
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
§ 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
Oct 13, 2021
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
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
Oct 13, 2021
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
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
Oct 13, 2021
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... at ceiling approx. 4 sq.ft in the bathroom located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south
Oct 13, 2021 · Apt 1F
Closed — Violation closed
DOB building violations · 0
No DOB violations on record
ECB violations · 0
No ECB violations on record
Complaints
- Unsanitary condition
Pests
Aug 27, 2025 · Apt 1R
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Aug 27, 2025 · Apt 1R
Close - Outside building
Roof door/hatch
Aug 27, 2025 · Apt PH
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Nov 8, 2022 · Apt 1F
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Nov 7, 2022 · Apt 1R
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Nov 7, 2022 · Apt 1R
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Sep 13, 2022 · Apt 2R
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Oct 13, 2021 · Apt 1F
Close - General
Cooking gas
Apr 3, 2021 · Apt 1F
Close - Plumbing
Toilet
Apr 3, 2021 · Apt 1F
Close
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- Plumbing
Basin/sink
Apr 3, 2021 · Apt 1F
Close - Plumbing
Radiator
Mar 4, 2021 · Apt 1F
Close - Plumbing
Toilet
Mar 4, 2021 · Apt 1F
Close - Door/window
Door
Mar 4, 2021 · Apt 1F
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Mar 4, 2021 · Apt 1F
Close - Appliance
Refrigerator
Mar 4, 2021 · Apt 1F
Close - General
Cooking gas
Mar 4, 2021 · Apt 1F
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Feb 15, 2021 · Apt 1F
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Mar 1, 2017 · Apt 2R
Close - General
Mold
Jun 1, 2012 · Apt 2F
Close - General
Floor
Jun 1, 2012 · Apt 2F
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Jun 1, 2012 · Apt 2F
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 7, 2012 · Apt 1F
Close - General
Windows
Jan 7, 2012 · Apt 1F
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C3)
- Year built
- 1930
- Floors
- 2
- Residential units
- 4
- Building area
- 3,214 ft²
- Lot area
- 2,906 ft²
- Zoning
- R6
- Community board
- 317
- Council district
- 41
- Block / lot
- 4598 / 26
- Assessed value
- $241,200
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #322042, last renewed Nov 26, 2025.
Questions about 26 East 96 Street
Who owns 26 East 96 Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Cohen, Lior.
Does 26 East 96 Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 91 housing violations at this property.
Is 26 East 96 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 26 East 96 Street built?
City records list 1930 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 26 East 96 Street?
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.