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30 East 96 Street

Brooklyn, NY 11212BBL 3-04598-0027Map

Owner of record: Castell, Janet

30 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 Castell, Janet. HPD has recorded 67 housing violations here, most recently on May 4, 2026. 36 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
67
DOB violations
1
ECB violations
9
HPD complaints
51

What to know

Concern
4 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 · 67

  • 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

    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 — Nov sent out
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 sq feets at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north original violation 17861843 issued 30-apr-25 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code 27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).

    Apr 30, 2025 · Apt 1F

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

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the 1st room from east located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Apr 30, 2025 · Apt 1F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Apr 30, 2025 · Apt 1F

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of pests. evidence of flies in the entire apartment located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Apr 30, 2025 · Apt 1F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

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

    Apr 30, 2025 · Apt 1F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 sq feets at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Apr 30, 2025 · Apt 1F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

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

    Apr 30, 2025 · Apt 1F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Apr 30, 2025 · Apt 1F

    Open — Nov sent out
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  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tile at west wall in the bathroom located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Apr 30, 2025 · Apt 1F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at apartment entrance door in the entrance located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Apr 30, 2025 · Apt 1F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the 2nd room from east located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Apr 30, 2025 · Apt 1F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

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

    Apr 30, 2025 · Apt 1F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

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

    Apr 30, 2025 · Apt 1F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Apr 30, 2025 · Apt 1F

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Apr 30, 2025 · Apt 1F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Apr 30, 2025 · Apt 1F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tiles at floor in the private hallway located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jul 18, 2024 · Apt 1F

    Open — Nov certified late
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges and door in the entrance located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jul 18, 2024 · Apt 1F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tiles at floor in the bathroom located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jul 18, 2024 · Apt 1F

    Open — Nov certified late
  • B

    Replace the broken or defective wash basin in the bathroom located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jul 18, 2024 · Apt 1F

    Open — Nov certified late
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at west wall in the bathroom located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jul 18, 2024 · Apt 1F

    Open — Nov certified late
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at east wall and ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jul 18, 2024 · Apt 1F

    Open — Nov certified late
  • 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

    Open — 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 22, 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

    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 24, 2022

    Open — 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, 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.

    Apr 8, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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 30, 2019

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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 17, 2018

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Refit north closet door in the foyer located at apt 1f, 1st story, 11th apartment from west at north

    Aug 25, 2016 · Apt 1F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color , 1st closet from east at south wall wall in the foyer located at apt 1f, 1st story, 11th apartment from west at north

    Aug 25, 2016 · Apt 1F

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). inoperable located at apt 1f, 1st story, 11th apartment from west at north

    Aug 25, 2016 · Apt 1F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective west wall electric switch in the 1st room from east located at apt 1f, 1st story, 11th apartment from west at north

    Aug 25, 2016 · Apt 1F

    Open — Not complied with
  • A

    Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation , 1st riser from west at north wall in the 2nd room from east located at apt 1f, 1st story, 11th apartment from west at north

    Aug 25, 2016 · Apt 1F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color , north wall, east wall, west wall in the 2nd room from east located at apt 1f, 1st story, 11th apartment from west at north

    Aug 25, 2016 · Apt 1F

    Open — Not complied with
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department , chair rails at north wall in the 2nd room from east located at apt 1f, 1st story, 11th apartment from west at north

    Aug 25, 2016 · Apt 1F

    Open — Not complied with
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department , 1st window frame from west at north wall in the bathroom located at apt 1f, 1st story, 11th apartment from west at north

    Aug 25, 2016 · Apt 1F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color , west wall, ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1f, 1st story, 11th apartment from west at north

    Aug 25, 2016 · Apt 1F

    Open — Not complied with
  • A

    Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation , 1st riser from north at east wall in the bathroom located at apt 1f, 1st story, 11th apartment from west at north

    Aug 25, 2016 · Apt 1F

    Open — Not complied with
  • 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 = 1; wg to replace = 4; wg to repair = 0; located at apt 1f, 1st story, 11th apartment from west at north

    Aug 25, 2016 · Apt 1F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    § 300 m/d law file plans and application and legalize the following alteration or restore to the legal condition existing prior to the making of said alteration suspended ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 1f, 1st story, 11th apartment from west at north

    Aug 25, 2016 · Apt 1F

    Open — Not complied with
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the 1st room from east, the kitchen located at apt 1f, 1st story, 11th apartment from west at north

    Aug 25, 2016 · Apt 1F

    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 from east at south wall, 1st door frame from east at south wall in the bathroom located at apt 1f, 1st story, 11th apartment from west at north

    Aug 25, 2016 · Apt 1F

    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 closet from west at north wall door, 1st closet from west at north wall door frame, 2nd closet from west at north wall door, 1st closet from east at south wall door, 1st closet from east at south wall door frame, 1st door frame from east at south wall in the foyer located at apt 1f, 1st story, 11th apartment from west at north

    Aug 25, 2016 · Apt 1F

    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 door frame from south at west wall in the 2nd room from east located at apt 1f, 1st story, 11th apartment from west at north

    Aug 25, 2016 · Apt 1F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Discontinue unlawful cooking space or file plans and application with this department to legalize same, if lawfully feasible, gas range at cellar

    Jun 22, 2016

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Discontinue use of rooms for living, disconnect plumbing fixtures and properly seal pipe connections water closet, bathtub,was/basin, kitchen sink, gas range at cellar

    Jun 22, 2016

    Open — Not complied with

DOB building violations · 1

  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Feb 24, 2016

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 9

  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in nov #35148612j issued on 11/23/15 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1,28-204.4 & 1rcny102-01. note: no document filed for work w/o a permit at basement leve

    Jul 21, 2016 · Penalty $24,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in nov #35148612j issued on 11/23/15 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1,28-204.4 & 1rcny102-01. work w/o permit. created class'a'apt in basement. remedy: comp

    Jun 11, 2016 · Penalty $12,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in nov #35148612j issued on 11/23/15 & to file a cert of correction pursuant to 28-201.1,28-204.4 & 1rcny 102-01.note:no doc file for work w/out a permit @bsmt lev

    Mar 12, 2016 · Penalty $12,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply w/ the comm's order contained in nov#35148612j issued on 11/23/15 & to file a cert of correction pursuan to 28-201.1,28-204.4 & 1rcny 102-01.work w/o a permit.created a class a apt in basement

    Jan 21, 2016 · Penalty $2,400

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the certificate of occupancy or building dept records. observed basement apt w/kitchen witha n electric stove, sink bathroom with shower, toilet and sink.observed two bedro

    Nov 23, 2015 · Penalty $1,200

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Work w/o a permit. observed class a apartment on basement with 3pc bathroom; shower,toilet,sink,kitchen w/sink and electric stove.observe two bedrooms in class a apt observed three additional rooms in rear ar

    Nov 23, 2015 · Penalty $8,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by cofo and dob records class "a" apt created at cellar. partitions erected creating use of rooms for living full kitchen w/gas range and kitchen sink also full bathroom w/w

    Mar 31, 2015 · Penalty $6,000

    Active
  • Hazardous

    Work without a permit hazardous work noted: at cellar partitions erected forming rooms & class 'a' apt with 3 piece bathroom including stall shower & kitchen w electic stove no 2 means of egress no sprobler sys

    Jan 18, 2003 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Residence altered for occupancy as a dwelling for more than legally approved number of families 4 family new law terement as per h.p.d. partitions erected in cella forming class 'a' apt creating 5 unit with 3 p

    Jan 18, 2003 · Penalty $2,500

    Active

Complaints

  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Apr 29, 2025 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Apr 29, 2025 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Apr 29, 2025 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Apr 29, 2025 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Apr 29, 2025 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Feb 20, 2025 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Feb 20, 2025 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Feb 20, 2025 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 20, 2025 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Feb 20, 2025 · Apt 1F

    Close
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  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Feb 20, 2025 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Jan 24, 2025 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jan 24, 2025 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Jan 24, 2025 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Aug 2, 2023 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Nov 29, 2020 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 29, 2020 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Oct 14, 2016 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Oct 14, 2016 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Safety

    Window guard broken/missing

    Aug 22, 2016 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Aug 22, 2016 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Aug 22, 2016 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Aug 22, 2016 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Aug 22, 2016 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    Aug 22, 2016 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Water leak

    Damp spot

    Aug 22, 2016 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Radiator

    Aug 22, 2016 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Radiator

    Aug 22, 2016 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Aug 22, 2016 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Radiator

    Aug 22, 2016 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Aug 22, 2016 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Aug 22, 2016 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Aug 22, 2016 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Jun 14, 2016 · Apt 5

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    May 20, 2015 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Mar 30, 2015 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Mar 30, 2015 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Mar 30, 2015 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Outside building

    Roofing

    Mar 30, 2015 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Feb 24, 2015 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Feb 24, 2015 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Jan 7, 2015 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Jan 7, 2015 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Jan 7, 2015 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Sewer

    Dec 9, 2014 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Nov 21, 2014 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 5, 2006 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Feb 22, 2006 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 22, 2006 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 24, 2004 · Apt 2F

    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
3,214 ft²
Lot area
3,250 ft²
Zoning
R6
Community board
317
Council district
41
Block / lot
4598 / 27
Assessed value
$241,200
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #319955, last renewed Aug 12, 2025.

Questions about 30 East 96 Street

Who owns 30 East 96 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Castell, Janet.

Does 30 East 96 Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 67 housing violations at this property.

Is 30 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 30 East 96 Street built?

City records list 1930 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 30 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.