642 East 96 Street

Brooklyn, NY 11236BBL 3-04755-0068Map

642 East 96 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1920 in Brooklyn, 11236. It has 6 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is Els Investors INC.. HPD has recorded 602 housing violations here, most recently on May 4, 2026. 44 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations: 602
DOB violations: 32
ECB violations: 3
HPD complaints: 336

What to know

Concern

17 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 · 602

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 — Violation will be reinspected
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 20, 2025
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
Open — Violation will be reinspected
IInformation / order
Apts have been vacated by this department and cannot be reoccupied until so ordered after proof of compliance for apts vacate order #259109 apartment 3f east 1 in the entire apartment located at apt 3f, 3rd story
Jan 10, 2025 · Apt 3F
Open — Violation will be reinspected
IInformation / order
Apts have been vacated by this department and cannot be reoccupied until so ordered after proof of compliance for apts vacate order #259109 apartment 2r west 1 in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story
Jan 10, 2025 · Apt 2R
Open — Violation will be reinspected
IInformation / order
Apts have been vacated by this department and cannot be reoccupied until so ordered after proof of compliance for apts vacate order# 259109 apartment 1f, east 1 in the entire apartment located at apt, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 10, 2025
Open — Violation will be reinspected
IInformation / order
Apts have been vacated by this department and cannot be reoccupied until so ordered after proof of compliance for apts vacate order #259109 apartment 3r west 1 in the entire apartment located at apt 3r, 3rd story
Jan 10, 2025 · Apt 3R
Open — Violation will be reinspected
IInformation / order
Apts have been vacated by this department and cannot be reoccupied until so ordered after proof of compliance for apts vacate order #259109 aprtment 2f east 1 in the entire apartment located at apt 2f, 2nd story
Jan 10, 2025 · Apt 2F
Open — Violation will be reinspected
IInformation / order
Apts have been vacated by this department and cannot be reoccupied until so ordered after proof of compliance for apts vacate order #259109 apartment 1r west 1 in the entire apartment located at apt 1r, 1st story
Jan 10, 2025 · Apt 1R
Open — Violation will be reinspected
CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective glass at skylight at roof at public hall stairs, 3rd story
Dec 24, 2024
Open — Violation will be reinspected

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CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of fire damage in the entire apartment located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Dec 24, 2024 · Apt 1F
Open — Violation will be reinspected
CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of fire damage in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Dec 24, 2024 · Apt 2R
Open — Violation will be reinspected
CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of fire damage in the entire apartment located at apt 2f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Dec 24, 2024 · Apt 2F
Open — Violation will be reinspected
CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of fire damage in the entire apartment located at apt 3f, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Dec 24, 2024 · Apt 3F
Open — Violation will be reinspected
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 29, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed
CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective lock at building entrance door at public hall, 1st story
Oct 10, 2024
Open — Violation will be reinspected
ANon-hazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective mail box at public hall, 1st story
Oct 10, 2024
Open — Violation will be reinspected
BHazardous
Replace with new the missing vestuible door at public hall, 1st story
Oct 10, 2024
Open — Violation will be reinspected
BHazardous
Remove all encumbrances consisting of household items at public hall, 1st story
Oct 10, 2024
Open — Violation will be reinspected
ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling at bulkhead
Oct 8, 2024
Open — Violation will be reinspected
BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at ceiling at bulkhead
Oct 8, 2024
Open — Violation will be reinspected
CImmediately hazardous
Repair the roof so that it will not leak over ceiling at bulkhead
Oct 8, 2024
Open — Violation will be reinspected
CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective lock at entrance door to the building , 1st story
Oct 8, 2024
Open — Violation will be reinspected
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 10, 2024
Open — Violation will be reinspected
CImmediately hazardous
Provide adequate supply of hot water for the fixtures no hot water at any of the fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 2f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Apr 3, 2024 · Apt 2F
Closed — Violation closed
CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of heat for the apartment in the entire apartment located at apt 2f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Apr 3, 2024 · Apt 2F
Open — Violation will be reinspected
CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system door locked at boiler room
Apr 3, 2024
Open — Violation will be reinspected
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
Apr 3, 2024
Open — Violation will be reinspected
CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system locked door at boiler room, 1st story
Apr 1, 2024
Open — Violation will be reinspected
CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of heat for the apartment in the entire apartment located at apt 2f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 1, 2024 · Apt 2F
Open — Violation will be reinspected
CImmediately hazardous
Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 2f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 1, 2024 · Apt 2F
Open — Violation will be reinspected
CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective door lock in the entrance located at apt 3f, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 22, 2024 · Apt 3F
Closed — Violation closed
BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective window balance upper sash at south wall window in the kitchen located at apt 3f, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 22, 2024 · Apt 3F
Open — Violation will be reinspected
BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tiles at floor in the bathroom located at apt 3f, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 22, 2024 · Apt 3F
Open — Violation will be reinspected
BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective vinyl tiles at floor in the kitchen located at apt 3f, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 22, 2024 · Apt 3F
Open — Violation will be reinspected
BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective intercom system in the entrance located at apt 3f, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 22, 2024 · Apt 3F
Open — Violation will be reinspected
BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at west wall in the entrance located at apt 3f, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 22, 2024 · Apt 3F
Open — Violation will be reinspected
CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 3f, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 22, 2024 · Apt 3F
Open — Violation will be reinspected
CImmediately hazardous
Repair the roof so that it will not leak at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 3f, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 22, 2024 · Apt 3F
Closed — Violation closed
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 22, 2023
Closed — Violation dismissed
BHazardous
Remove all encumbrances consisting of bicycles, boxes,house hold furniture and other personal effects at public hall, 1st story
Oct 12, 2023
Open — Violation will be reinspected
BHazardous
Properly secure the loose wood closet door at the north wall in the foyer located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Oct 12, 2023 · Apt 2R
Open — Violation will be reinspected
BHazardous
Replace with new the missing electric wall outlet cover at the north wall in the bathroom located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Oct 12, 2023 · Apt 2R
Open — Violation will be reinspected
CImmediately hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling and all walls in the kitchen located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Oct 12, 2023 · Apt 2R
Open — Violation will be reinspected
BHazardous
Properly secure the loose sink and base cabinet assembly in the bathroom located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Oct 12, 2023 · Apt 2R
Open — Violation will be reinspected
BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective wood door frame at the east wall in the foyer located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Oct 12, 2023 · Apt 2R
Open — Violation will be reinspected
CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair and abate unsafe electric wiring condition consisting of exposed electric wires at the ceiling in the foyer located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Oct 12, 2023 · Apt 2R
Open — Violation will be reinspected
BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color all ceilings and walls in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Oct 12, 2023 · Apt 2R
Open — Violation will be reinspected
ANon-hazardous
Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation all risers and radiators in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Oct 12, 2023 · Apt 2R
Open — Violation will be reinspected
ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all wood surfaces in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Oct 12, 2023 · Apt 2R
Open — Violation will be reinspected

DOB building violations · 32

Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2024 external low pressure inspection
Nov 14, 2025
Dob violation - active
Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2023 external low pressure inspection
Sep 23, 2024
Dob violation - active
Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2020 external low pressure inspection
Jun 30, 2023
Dob violation - active
Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2021 external low pressure inspection
Jun 30, 2023
Dob violation - active
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-failure to file 2019 external low pressure inspection
Jun 20, 2023
Dob violation - active
Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2022 external low pressure inspection
Apr 25, 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 - active
Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2016 inspection report
Apr 6, 2018
Dob violation - active
Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2015 inspection report
Feb 24, 2017
Dob violation - active

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Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2014 inspection report
Oct 1, 2015
Dob violation - active
Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2013 inspection report
Mar 3, 2015
Dob violation - active
Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2012 inspection report
May 15, 2014
Dob violation - active
Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2011 inspection report
Mar 1, 2013
Dob violation - active
Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2010 inspection report
Dec 13, 2011
Dob violation - active
Low pressure boiler boiler required
Lblvio-low pressure boiler boiler required
Dec 31, 2009
Dob violation - active
Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 1, 2009
Dob violation - active
Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 3, 2008
Dob violation - active
Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 19, 2007
Dob violation - active
Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 6, 2006
Dob violation - active
Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 13, 2004
Dob violation - active
Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 19, 2003
Dob violation - active
Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 26, 2002
Dob violation - active
Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 27, 2001
Dob violation - active
Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 7, 2000
Dob violation - active
Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
May 4, 1998
Dob violation - active
Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Sep 16, 1997
Dob violation - active
Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Aug 29, 1995
Dob violation - active
Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jun 1, 1994
Dob violation - active
Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Aug 16, 1993
Dob violation - active
Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jun 1, 1993
Dob violation - active
Plumbing none
P-plumbing none
Mar 2, 1989
Dob violation - active

ECB violations · 3

Class - 2
Occupancy contrary to that allowed by c of o and dob records. class "a" apt illegally converted into 4 sro units. full bathroom and full kitchen present used for community at apt 2f-2nd story. remedy:discontinu
Oct 15, 2019
Resolve
Class - 2
Occupancy contrary to that allowed by c of o &/or dob records. partitions erected creating illegal use of room for living @ cellar. unlawfulgas stove & kitchen sink present. also full bathroom completed with sh
Feb 27, 2019 · Penalty $1,250
Active
Class - 2
B265 as per class 2 (b265) 28-307. failure to file an initial boilerinspection report as per dob records. submit a current initial boiler inspection report.
Mar 19, 2018 · Penalty $625
Active

Complaints

Door/window
Window frame
Jun 22, 2026 · Apt 2R
Close
Paint/plaster
Wall
Jun 22, 2026 · Apt 2R
Close
Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jun 22, 2026 · Apt 2R
Close
Flooring/stairs
Floor
Jun 22, 2026 · Apt 2R
Close
General
Cabinet
Jun 22, 2026 · Apt 2R
Close
Appliance
Electric/gas range
Jun 22, 2026 · Apt 2R
Close
Appliance
Refrigerator
Jun 22, 2026 · Apt 2R
Close
Plumbing
Water supply
Jun 22, 2026 · Apt 2R
Close
Appliance
Electric/gas range
Oct 24, 2024 · Apt 1F
Close
Door/window
Door
Oct 2, 2024 · Apt 1F
Close

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Appliance
Refrigerator
Oct 2, 2024 · Apt 1F
Close
Appliance
Electric/gas range
Oct 2, 2024 · Apt 1F
Close
Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Oct 2, 2024 · Apt 1F
Close
Unsanitary condition
Mold
Sep 23, 2024 · Apt 1F
Close
General
Cabinet
Aug 19, 2024 · Apt 1F
Close
Unsanitary condition
Mold
Aug 19, 2024 · Apt 1F
Close
Plumbing
Basin/sink
Apr 6, 2024 · Apt 2R
Close
Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Apr 6, 2024 · Apt 2R
Close
Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Apr 6, 2024 · Apt 2R
Close
Plumbing
Basin/sink
Apr 2, 2024 · Apt 2R
Close
Electric
Lighting
Apr 2, 2024 · Apt 2R
Close
Door/window
Window frame
Apr 2, 2024 · Apt 2R
Close
Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Apr 2, 2024 · Apt 2R
Close
Door/window
Door frame
Apr 2, 2024 · Apt 2R
Close
Paint/plaster
Wall
Apr 2, 2024 · Apt 2R
Close
Electric
Outlet/switch
Apr 2, 2024 · Apt 2R
Close
Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Apr 2, 2024 · Apt 2R
Close
Flooring/stairs
Floor
Apr 2, 2024 · Apt 2R
Close
Flooring/stairs
Floor
Apr 2, 2024 · Apt 2R
Close
Water leak
Heavy flow
Apr 2, 2024 · Apt 2R
Close
General
Cabinet
Apr 2, 2024 · Apt 2R
Close
Paint/plaster
Wall
Apr 2, 2024 · Apt 2R
Close
Plumbing
Toilet
Apr 2, 2024 · Apt 2R
Close
Unsanitary condition
Pests
Apr 2, 2024 · Apt 2R
Close
Plumbing
Basin/sink
Apr 2, 2024 · Apt 2R
Close
Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Mar 31, 2024 · Apt 2R
Close
Door/window
Door frame
Mar 20, 2024 · Apt 2R
Close
Plumbing
Basin/sink
Mar 20, 2024 · Apt 2R
Close
Water leak
Slow leak
Mar 20, 2024 · Apt 2R
Close
Unsanitary condition
Pests
Mar 20, 2024 · Apt 2R
Close
Door/window
Window frame
Mar 20, 2024 · Apt 2R
Close
Paint/plaster
Cabinet
Mar 20, 2024 · Apt 2R
Close
Paint/plaster
Wall
Mar 20, 2024 · Apt 2R
Close
Electric
Outlet/switch
Mar 20, 2024 · Apt 2R
Close
Electric
Lighting
Mar 20, 2024 · Apt 2R
Close
Flooring/stairs
Floor
Mar 20, 2024 · Apt 2R
Close
Door/window
Door
Mar 16, 2024 · Apt 3F
Close
Paint/plaster
Wall
Mar 16, 2024 · Apt 3F
Close
Appliance
Electric/gas range
Mar 16, 2024 · Apt 3F
Close
Flooring/stairs
Floor
Mar 16, 2024 · Apt 3F
Close

Sales history

Date	Price	Type	Units
Oct 30, 2025	$920,000	Rentals - walkup apartments	6

Building details

Building type: Walk-up apartment building (C2)
Year built: 1920
Floors: 3
Residential units: 6
Building area: 5,560 ft²
Lot area: 3,575 ft²
Zoning: R5
Community board: 317
Council district: 42
Block / lot: 4755 / 68
Assessed value: $346,950
Landmark / historic district: No

HPD registration #318710, last renewed —.

Questions about 642 East 96 Street

Who owns 642 East 96 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Els Investors INC..

Does 642 East 96 Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 602 housing violations at this property.

Is 642 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 642 East 96 Street built?

City records list 1920 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 642 East 96 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.