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42 East 96 Street

Brooklyn, NY 11212BBL 3-04598-0031Map

Owner of record: Frank, Peter

42 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 Frank, Peter. HPD has recorded 44 housing violations here, most recently on June 9, 2025. 33 of the 44 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
44
DOB violations
0
ECB violations
2
HPD complaints
8

What to know

Concern
3 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation Jun 9, 2025

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 · 44

  • 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

    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.

    Nov 26, 2024

    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.

    Apr 9, 2024

    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.

    Mar 22, 2023

    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.

    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

    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.

    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
  • 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, 2016

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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  • A

    Replace with new the missing wood newel post cap at public hall stairs, 1st story

    Aug 23, 2001

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Properly secure the loose wood newel post at public hall stairs, 1st story

    Aug 23, 2001

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Section 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 partitions erected creating room cellar thru out.

    Feb 8, 1996

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Discontinue use of rooms for living, disconnect plumbing fixtures and properly seal pipe connections cellar thru out sleeping kitchen & bathroom.

    Feb 8, 1996

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

    Repair or replace the smoke detector inoperative 2 sty front apt 3 etienne. located at apt 3

    Feb 8, 1996 · Apt 3

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling bathroom 1 sty rear apt 2. , section '' ''

    Oct 26, 1995 · Apt 2

    Open — Not complied with
  • A

    Provide a lock and key to the entrance door of dwelling unit and, if a cl a multiple dwelling, also chain door guard 2 sty front apt 2f. , section '' ''

    Feb 21, 1991 · Apt 2F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of old doors 1 sty public hall.

    Jan 18, 1989

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Remove the illegal fastening hasp & eye bulkhead door roof.

    Jan 18, 1989

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Install and maintain sufficient light or lights of at least 100 watts incandescent or equivalent each, to light adequately from sunset to sunrise the ear yard night inspection.

    Jan 18, 1989

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective plasterboard ceiling cellar front.

    Jul 7, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code properly secure the loose electrical light fixture wall building rear.

    Jul 7, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code replace with new the missing metal perforated fresh air inlet cover wall north court front.

    Jul 7, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair the broken or defective brick work chimney upper section roof center.

    Jul 7, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of exposed electrical wires ceiling cellar rear.

    Jul 7, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Replace with new the missing cover plates wall switches cellar center.

    Jul 7, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code replace with new the missing metal brace parapet wall to roof dock building front.

    Jul 7, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code properly secure the loose light fixtures front entrance to bldg.

    Jul 7, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code arrange and make self-closing the doors pub hall bulkhead to roof.

    Jul 7, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-34.01 adm code discontinue use of rooms for living, disconnect plumbing fixtures and properly seal pipe connections ddcellar.

    Jul 7, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-41.15 adm code post a sign on wall of entrance story identifying owner and managing agent.

    Jul 7, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Section 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 partitions errected creating rooms front & rear cellar.

    Jul 7, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-34.01 adm code discontinue use of rooms for living, disconnect plumbing fixtures and properly seal pipe connections front & rear of cellar.

    Jul 7, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code replace with new the missing electric light bulb south fixture front entrance to building.

    Jul 1, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    D26-17.10 adm code post notice, in form approved by the department, stating the name and location of the person designated by the owner to have key to building's heating system 1 sty public hall.

    Jul 1, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    D26-17.10 adm code provide ready access to building's heating system door locked leading to cellar 1 sty public hall.

    Jul 1, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of household items etc 1 sty public hall.

    Jul 1, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Provide a suitable strainer for the drain north yard.

    Jul 1, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-20.08,20.09 adm code file certification of satisfactory installation of smoke detecting device in accordance with h.p.d. rules and regulations.

    Jul 1, 1987

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Section 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 frame missing.

    Jul 1, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-34.01 adm code discontinue use of rooms for living, disconnect plumbing fixtures and properly seal pipe connections cellar front & rear.

    Feb 19, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color walls & ceilings cellar front.

    Feb 19, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Section 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 3 rooms erected cellar rear & front.

    Feb 19, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code & 309 m/d law abate the nuisance consisting of suspended ceiling & wall paneling cellar rear.

    Feb 19, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 0

No DOB violations on record

ECB violations · 2

  • Class - 2

    Summons issued for failure to maintain building in a code-compliant manner. at time of inspection, observed masonry brick porch and brick fence wall in disrepair. noted horizontal/diagonal stress cracks, loose

    Apr 7, 2025 · Penalty $6,250

    Active
  • Hazardous

    Residence altered as a dwelling fro more than the legally approved number of families. approved number of families. building department records indicates residence is legally approved for three families is

    Dec 28, 1999 · Penalty $12,050

    Active

Complaints

  • Safety

    Window guard broken/missing

    Oct 17, 2016 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Oct 17, 2016 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Oct 17, 2016 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 20, 2014 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 27, 2014 · Apt BASMT

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 21, 2014 · Apt BASE

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 17, 2013 · Apt BASE

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 27, 2011 · Apt 1R

    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 / 31
Assessed value
$231,300
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #316691, last renewed Nov 17, 2025.

Questions about 42 East 96 Street

Who owns 42 East 96 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Frank, Peter.

Does 42 East 96 Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 44 housing violations at this property.

Is 42 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 42 East 96 Street built?

City records list 1930 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 42 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.