40 East 52 Street
Brooklyn, NY 11203BBL 3-04605-0013Map
Owner of record: Black Gold Street Holdings LLC
40 East 52 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1930 in Brooklyn, 11203. It has 6 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is Black Gold Street Holdings LLC. HPD has recorded 46 housing violations here, most recently on May 4, 2026. 32 of the 46 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 6 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2019.
- HPD violations
- 46
- DOB violations
- 21
- ECB violations
- 10
- 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
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Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 46
- 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
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.
Jun 9, 2025
Closed — Violation dismissed - 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 25, 2024
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.
Apr 9, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed - 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 17, 2023
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.
Mar 22, 2023
Closed — Violation dismissed - 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 4, 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
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.
Apr 8, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed - 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.
Oct 30, 2019
Closed — Violation dismissed
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- 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.
Oct 17, 2018
Closed — Violation dismissed - 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 21, 2017
Closed — Violation dismissed - 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.
Oct 8, 2015
Closed — Violation dismissed - 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 18, 2015
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
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 100 watts needed (fixture present)
Sep 17, 2013
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
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 ***minimum 100 watts of incandescent light required***
Jul 23, 2012
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the nuisance consisting of mold ... at north wall in the bathroom located at apt 5, 3rd story, apartment at west
Sep 30, 2007 · Apt 5
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic wall tiles at east wall in the bathroom located at apt 5, 3rd story, apartment at west
Sep 30, 2007 · Apt 5
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling and walls in the 4th room from east at south located at apt 5, 3rd story, apartment at west
Sep 30, 2007 · Apt 5
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective lower sash glass at window in the 4th room from east at south located at apt 5, 3rd story, apartment at west
Sep 30, 2007 · Apt 5
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the nuisance consisting of mold ... at ceiling in the 4th room from east at south located at apt 5, 3rd story, apartment at west
Sep 30, 2007 · Apt 5
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling and walls in the 1st room from east located at apt 5, 3rd story, apartment at west
Sep 30, 2007 · Apt 5
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective window frame in the 4th room from east at north located at apt 5, 3rd story, apartment at west
Sep 30, 2007 · Apt 5
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective connection at flushomerer in the bathroom located at apt 5, 3rd story, apartment at west
Sep 30, 2007 · Apt 5
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 5, 3rd story, apartment at west
Sep 30, 2007 · Apt 5
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective concrete treads at front areaway
Sep 25, 2007
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Replace with new the missing marble saddle at door in the entrance located at apt 2r, 2nd story, apartment at west
Jul 3, 2007 · Apt 2R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
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 west
Jul 3, 2007 · Apt 2R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector ( that is missing ) in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, apartment at west
Jul 3, 2007 · Apt 2R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2r, 2nd story, apartment at west
Jul 3, 2007 · Apt 2R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective marble saddle at entrance door to building
Jun 6, 2007
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color east wall in the bathroom located at apt 2r, 2nd story, apartment at west
Jun 6, 2007 · Apt 2R
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
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 drop ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2r, 2nd story, apartment at west
Jun 6, 2007 · Apt 2R
Open — Nov sent out - 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 .. at public hall, 1st story
Jun 6, 2007
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system locked cellar door at public hall, 1st story
Jun 6, 2007
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective vestibule door lock at public hall, 1st story
Mar 20, 2007
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
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 drop ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2r, 2nd story, apartment at west
Mar 20, 2007 · Apt 2R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, apartment at west
Mar 20, 2007 · Apt 2R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
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 west
Mar 20, 2007 · Apt 2R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from window to fire escape or provide approved type gate .. in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 2nd story, apartment at west
Nov 19, 2001 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector (emelda ward) missing in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 2nd story, apartment at west
Nov 19, 2001 · Apt 3
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
D26-10.01 adm code replace with new the missing 40 watts missing light bulb rear yard fixture present.
Nov 17, 1986
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
D26-16.01 adm code provide suitable tight cover for the handhole opening of trap cellar front sewer pit.
Nov 17, 1986
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code remove all encumbrances consisting of household items 3 sty pub hall.
Nov 17, 1986
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
D26-20.08 adm code post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box missing notice.
Nov 17, 1986
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
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 pub hall & boiler room door.
Nov 17, 1986
Open — Nov sent out
DOB building violations · 21
- Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2018 external low pressure inspection
Jun 20, 2023
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2017 inspection report
Nov 8, 2019
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2016 inspection report
Apr 6, 2018
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Jan 24, 2018
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Dec 13, 2017
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Nov 15, 2017
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Sep 20, 2017
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Jul 26, 2017
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
May 31, 2017
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Apr 19, 2017
Dob violation - dismissed
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- Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2015 inspection report
Feb 24, 2017
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Feb 22, 2017
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Dec 28, 2016
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2014 inspection report
Oct 1, 2015
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2013 inspection report
Mar 3, 2015
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2012 inspection report
May 15, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2011 inspection report
Mar 1, 2013
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2010 inspection report
Dec 13, 2011
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 1, 2009
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 3, 2008
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 27, 2001
Dob violation - dismissed
ECB violations · 10
- Class - 2
Failure to comply w/comm's order contained in summ/vio#35294191x issued on 10/30/17 and to file a cofc pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny102-01.no compliance recorded.
Dec 12, 2017 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain bldg walls or appurtenances. noted: at exp#1 at right side of window at 3rd fl vertical steps cracks also at parapet bricks,dislodged or loose cracks in various locations of facade.
Oct 30, 2017 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner.note:at exp# at right side of window 3rd flr vertical stop cracks also at parapet missing bricks,dislodged or loose cracks in various locations of facade.re
Sep 23, 2017 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain bldg walls or appurtenanves. note: at exp#1 at right side window 3rd fl vertical step crack also at parapet missing bricks,dislodged or loose cracks in various location of facade.
Aug 4, 2017 · Penalty $10,000
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain bldg walls or appurtenances.noted exp1 @ right side window 3rd fl.vertical cracks also @ parapet.missing bricks,dislodged or loose,cracks in various location of facade.rem maintain bldg wall
Jun 25, 2017 · Penalty $10,000
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain bldg wall(s) or appurtenances. noted: @ time of insp observed @ exp#1 above the 3rd flr window bricks have dislodged & are loose also cracks in various location on the facade beed to be repa
May 1, 2017 · Penalty $12,500
Resolve - Class - 1
Failed to maintain bldg walls or appurtenances. noted: @ time of insp observed @ exp#1 above the 3rd flr window. bricks have dislodged & are loose also crack in various location on the facade, make repair. rem:
Mar 8, 2017 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain bldg walls or appurtenances.note:@the time of inspobserved @exp#1 above the 3rd fl window,bricks have dislodged & are loose crack is approx 1" width.vertical cracks @various locns @exp#1 obs
Jan 21, 2017 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain bldg walls or appuretenances. noted: at exp#1 above the 3rd fl window,bricks have disloged & are loose crack is approx 1"wide. vertical cracks at various locations at exp#1 observed at exp#4
Nov 27, 2016 · Penalty $10,000
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain building walk or appurtenance.noted:at time of inspection observed at exposure #1bricks have dislodged and are loose.vertical and horizontal cracks at all floors over windows causing a hazar
Oct 8, 2016 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve
Complaints
- Water leak
Heavy flow
Dec 1, 2020 · Apt APT5
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Dec 1, 2020 · Apt APT5
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Nov 20, 2013 · Apt 2R
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Nov 20, 2013 · Apt 2R
Close - Nonconst
Smoke detector
Apr 10, 2013 · Apt 1
Close - Nonconst
Carbon monoxide
Apr 10, 2013 · Apt 1
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 17, 2008 · Apt 6
Close - General
Doors
Jan 17, 2008 · Apt 6
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 1, 2007 · Apt 2R
Close - General
Windows
Sep 19, 2007 · Apt 5
Close
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- General
Mold
Sep 19, 2007 · Apt 5
Close - General
Mold
Sep 19, 2007 · Apt 5
Close - General
Windows
Sep 19, 2007 · Apt 5
Close - Heating
Heat related
Sep 19, 2007 · Apt 5
Close - General
Stairs
Sep 19, 2007 · Apt 5
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Sep 19, 2007 · Apt 5
Close - General
Mold
Sep 19, 2007 · Apt 5
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Sep 19, 2007 · Apt 5
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Sep 19, 2007 · Apt 5
Close - General
Mold
Sep 19, 2007 · Apt 5
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jun 5, 2007 · Apt 2R
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Jun 5, 2007 · Apt 2R
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jun 2, 2007 · Apt 2R
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Feb 1, 2007 · Apt 2R
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C2)
- Year built
- 1930
- Floors
- 3
- Residential units
- 6
- Building area
- 5,694 ft²
- Lot area
- 3,000 ft²
- Zoning
- R6
- Community board
- 317
- Council district
- 41
- Block / lot
- 4605 / 13
- Assessed value
- $355,500
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #309868, last renewed Oct 14, 2025.
Questions about 40 East 52 Street
Who owns 40 East 52 Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Black Gold Street Holdings LLC.
Does 40 East 52 Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 46 housing violations at this property.
Is 40 East 52 Street rent stabilized?
NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 6 rent-stabilized units here in 2019 (about 100% of its 6 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.
When was 40 East 52 Street built?
City records list 1930 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 40 East 52 Street?
It has 6 residential units.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.