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207 East 96 Street

Brooklyn, NY 11212BBL 3-04632-0066Map

Owner of record: Michael Caten

207 East 96 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1931 in Brooklyn, 11212. It has 4 residential units across 2 floors. The owner of record is Michael Caten. HPD has recorded 109 housing violations here, most recently on May 4, 2026. 43 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
109
DOB violations
2
ECB violations
7
HPD complaints
14

What to know

Concern
5 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 · 109

  • 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
  • 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
  • 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 20, 2023

    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

    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
  • 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 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

    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
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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.

    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.

    Oct 8, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - presumed lead paint that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface using work practices set forth in 28 rcny ?11-06(b)(2) ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Feb 29, 2008 · Apt 1F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - presumed lead paint that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface using work practices set forth in 28 rcny ?11-06(b)(2) south wall in the private hallway located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Feb 29, 2008 · Apt 1F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

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

    Nov 15, 2007 · Apt 1F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Nov 15, 2007 · Apt 1F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Device present on central heating system which is capable of causing an otherwise operable system to become inoperable tork clock set for on from 6 am to 2 pm; off from 2 pm - 4 pm; on from 4 pm to 10 pm; off from 10 pm to 6 30 am.

    Nov 15, 2007

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

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

    Nov 15, 2007 · Apt 1F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

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

    Jan 28, 2002 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair by closing so as to be gas tight all openings in the wasteline at sink in the kitchen located at apt 2r, 2nd story, apartment at east

    Jan 28, 2002 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice in the kitchen located at apt 2r, 2nd story, apartment at east

    Jan 28, 2002 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, apartment at east

    Jan 28, 2002 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department walls and ceiling in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, apartment at east

    Jan 28, 2002 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing, ms rodger in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, apartment at east

    Jan 28, 2002 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, apartment at east

    Jan 28, 2002 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Remove all obstructions and repair all defects in water-closet in the bathroom located at apt 2r, 2nd story, apartment at east

    Jan 28, 2002 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2r, 2nd story

    Jan 12, 2002 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wooden door in the entrance located at apt 2r, 1st story, apartment at east

    Jan 5, 2002 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of boxes, metal cabinet, and house hold articles at public hall, 2nd story

    Jan 5, 2002

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective connection at locknut at waste line at sink in the kitchen located at apt 2r, 2nd story, apartment at east

    Jan 5, 2002 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the walls and ceiling at all rooms in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, apartment at east

    Jan 5, 2002 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Refit all doors at all rooms in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, apartment at east

    Jan 5, 2002 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Replace with new the missing cover plates at light switches, and electric out lets at all rooms in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, apartment at east

    Jan 5, 2002 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, apartment at east

    Jan 5, 2002 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Remove all obstructions and repair all defects in at waste lines at wash basin bathtub and toilet in the bathroom located at apt 2r, 2nd story, apartment at east

    Jan 5, 2002 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retarded ceiling thkoughout at open space, cellar

    Oct 25, 2001

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the cellar throughout at open space, cellar

    Oct 25, 2001

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retarding ceiling throughout , cellar

    Apr 24, 2001

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Replace with new the broken or defective fuel oil gage for oil tank , cellar

    Apr 24, 2001

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of extention electrical cord from vacant 1st story apt #1r to 2nd story apt #2r at public hall

    Apr 24, 2001

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Replace with new the missing vestivbule door 1st sty. at public hall

    Aug 5, 2000

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Replace with new the missing marble nosing at stairs 2nd sty. at public hall

    Aug 5, 2000

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceiling and walls all stys. at public hall

    Aug 5, 2000

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retarded material ceiling and walls all stys. at public hall

    Aug 5, 2000

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective; tenant mr. lamar, roger in the entire apartment located at apt 2f, 2nd story, apartment at west

    Mar 2, 2000 · Apt 2F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures at kitchen and in the bathroom located at apt 2f, 2nd story, apartment at west

    Mar 2, 2000 · Apt 2F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective paving throughout at cellar

    Mar 1, 2000

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures kitchen and in the bathroom located at apt 2f, 2nd story

    Jan 30, 2000 · Apt 2F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceiling with fire retardent material throughout at cellar

    Dec 21, 1999

    Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 2

  • Construction other optional

    Hazardous

    Apr 9, 1998

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    Hazardous

    Mar 10, 1998

    Dob violation - active

ECB violations · 7

  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain building interior. defects are rotted and sagging timber beams under first floor. beams are supported by make shif timber columns exposed electrical in basement. construction debris light in

    Jun 2, 1999 · Penalty $2,500

    Active
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain building. hazardous defects are: at cellar, sheet-rock fire separation missing from joists (more than 50% exposure) rot-ted joists evident beneath apt "1-r" bathroom. debris & old boiler

    Feb 17, 1999 · Penalty $2,500

    Active
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maitnain building interior defect defective and sagging fls joist at cellar level defective and inadequde fl nd ceiling at apt 2front at 1st fl level defective ceilings in bathroom and rear of bldg

    Feb 1, 1999 · Penalty $10,000

    Active
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain (defect is) (1) rotted and defective floor joists at cellar center causing the floor to sage at first floor public ahll and at first floor rear apartment (kitchen and dinign room area) (2)

    Apr 9, 1998 · Penalty $2,500

    Active
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain (defect is) rotted, cracked, and sagging, floor joists at cellar mid section, causing the floor to sage at first floor public hall and apartments kitchen and toilet area. defective and missi

    Mar 10, 1998 · Penalty $800

    Active
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to comply with the commissioners order to file a certificate of correction with the department of buildings for violation #32009678n.remedy file certificate of currection for violation number 32009678n.

    Jun 13, 1995 · Penalty $1,000

    Active
  • Hazardous

    3b,49,38,32,2oa, excessive soot in boiler room

    Sep 18, 1992 · Penalty $250

    Active

Complaints

  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 11, 2012 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Smoke detector

    Feb 11, 2012 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Feb 11, 2012 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 11, 2012 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 22, 2011 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Nov 22, 2011 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Nov 22, 2011 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Nov 22, 2011 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 4, 2007 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 10, 2007 · Apt 1F

    Close
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  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Nov 10, 2007 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Nov 10, 2007 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Nov 10, 2007 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Nov 10, 2007 · Apt 1F

    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
1931
Floors
2
Residential units
4
Building area
3,567 ft²
Lot area
2,500 ft²
Zoning
R6
Community board
317
Council district
41
Block / lot
4632 / 66
Assessed value
$213,750
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #311257, last renewed Aug 25, 2025.

Questions about 207 East 96 Street

Who owns 207 East 96 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Michael Caten.

Does 207 East 96 Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 109 housing violations at this property.

Is 207 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 207 East 96 Street built?

City records list 1931 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 207 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.