42-52 Layton Street
Queens, NY 11373BBL 4-01509-0052Map
Owner of record: 42-52 Layton St Owners Corp
42-52 Layton Street is an elevator apartment building built in 1939 in Queens, 11373. It has 48 residential units across 6 floors. The owner of record is 42-52 Layton St Owners Corp. HPD has recorded 38 housing violations here, most recently on May 7, 2026. 17 of the 38 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 2 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.
- HPD violations
- 38
- DOB violations
- 27
- ECB violations
- 8
- HPD complaints
- 79
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
Counts come from owners' rent-stabilization filings shown on NYC Department of Finance tax bills, as extracted by JustFix. They tell you a building has stabilized apartments, not which ones.
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Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 38
- 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 7, 2026
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Post a proper notice regarding rent stabilization law, in a form approved by the commissioner, in a conspicuous location within the common area at the buildings entrance. for more information about signage requirements, please visit: https://www.nyc.gov/site/hpd/services-and-information/required-signage.page
Feb 22, 2026
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at hopper door inside incinerator room at public hall, 1st story, section ''a-d'', at west
Feb 22, 2026
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latch in the entrance at incinerator room at public hall, 1st story, section ''a-d'', at west
Feb 22, 2026
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective latch in the entrance door at incinerator room at public hall, 1st story, section ''a-d'', at west
Feb 22, 2026
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 1d, 1st story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Jan 20, 2025 · Apt 1D
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 1d, 1st story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Jan 20, 2025 · Apt 1D
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 1d, 1st story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Oct 25, 2024 · Apt 1D
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 1d, 1st story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Oct 25, 2024 · Apt 1D
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 1d, 1st story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Oct 25, 2024 · Apt 1D
Open — Nov sent out
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- CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective compactor closet door at public hall, 6th story
Nov 22, 2023
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective compactor closet door at public hall, 5th story
Nov 22, 2023
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hopper door in compacter closet at public hall, 5th story
Nov 22, 2023
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective compactor closet door at public hall, 4th story
Nov 22, 2023
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hopper door in the compactor closet at public hall, 4th story
Nov 22, 2023
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective compactor closet door at public hall, 3rd story
Nov 22, 2023
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hopper door at public hall, 3rd story
Nov 22, 2023
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hopper door in the compactor closet at public hall, 2nd story
Nov 22, 2023
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
§ 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 missing at 1st public hall from east at south, 1st story
Jul 2, 2023
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
§ 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 .. at public hall, 1st story
Jun 3, 2023
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective make hopper door self closing at compactor closet, 6th story, section ''a-h''
Jun 2, 2023
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
§ 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 .. at public hall, 1st story
Jun 2, 2023
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hopper door at compactor closet, 1st story
May 24, 2023
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective at compactor closet, 3rd story
May 24, 2023
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Remove the illegal fastening unacceptable electromagnetic lock at building front entrance door at public hall, 1st story
May 24, 2023
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Remove the illegal fastening unacceptable electromagnetic lock at vestibule door at public hall, 1st story
May 24, 2023
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Provide acceptable heavy duty mechanical lock and latch set at building front entrance door at public hall, 1st story
May 24, 2023
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hopper door at compactor closet, 3rd story
May 24, 2023
Closed — Violation closed - 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 29, 2023
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
§ 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 missing at public hall, 1st story
Jan 2, 2022
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling and walls in the entire apartment located at apt 1d, 1st story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Jan 10, 2017 · Apt 1D
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of roaches located at apt 1d, 1st story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Jan 10, 2017 · Apt 1D
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 6e, 6th story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jul 9, 2007 · Apt 6E
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the nuisance consisting of mold ... at east wall in the 1st room from east located at apt 6e, 6th story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jul 9, 2007 · Apt 6E
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the nuisance consisting of mold ... at walls and ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 6e, 6th story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jul 9, 2007 · Apt 6E
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the roof so that it will not leak at ceiling in the 1st room from east located at apt 6e, 6th story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jul 9, 2007 · Apt 6E
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of concealed water leak at east wall in the 1st room from east located at apt 6e, 6th story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jul 9, 2007 · Apt 6E
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 6e, 6th story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jul 9, 2007 · Apt 6E
Closed — Violation closed
DOB building violations · 27
- Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
Nov 3, 2023
Dob violation - dismissed - Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
Aug 2, 2023
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2021 external low pressure inspection
Jun 30, 2023
Dob violation - dismissed - Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
May 2, 2023
Dob violation - active - Failure to post energy grade/score none
Failure to display energy efficiency score and energy efficiency grade as per adcode sec. 28-309.12.3
Dec 1, 2022
Dob violation - active - Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired
Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2017 cat 1 insp/tst tst
Sep 6, 2019
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired
Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2014 cat 1 insp/tst
Nov 14, 2016
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 21, 2015
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 26, 2013
Dob violation - resolved - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2011 inspection report
Mar 1, 2013
Dob violation - dismissed
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- No report and / or late filing (facade) facade required
Failed to file fisp cycle 7a technical report by 02/21/2012
Jan 31, 2013
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Nov 8, 2012
Dob violation - resolved - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Jun 27, 2012
Dob violation - dismissed - Facade facade optional
Cycle 7 report filed late
Jun 1, 2012
Dob violation - dismissed - Facade facade optional
Cycle 7 report was filed unsafe
Jun 1, 2012
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 30, 2011
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 26, 2010
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Dec 22, 2009
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatoroptional
Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional
Mar 21, 2008
Dob violation - dismissed - Facade facade optional
Ll1198-local law 11/98 - facade facade optional
Nov 30, 2007
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 6, 2007
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Oct 11, 2006
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
4p809
Jun 23, 1999
Dob violation - resolved - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Aug 29, 1995
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jun 28, 1993
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
(10)provide alarm button in car push-button station
Jan 10, 1990
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
(03) provide a guard on main floor hoistway door.(51) provide a capacity plate in cab. (52) replace broken shackle on cut frame
Nov 3, 1988
Dob violation - resolved
ECB violations · 8
- Class - 2
Unknown
Oct 29, 2014 · Penalty $400
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain facade. noted: at the front (#1) exp at parapet & 6th flr levels mortar has fallen from mortar joints and is bulging andpushing out,in danger of falling. also loose bricks exist @ both sides
Mar 27, 2012 · Penalty $1,000
Resolve - Non-hazardous
08v,50y,73o,75m,53l,
Mar 18, 1998
Resolve - Non-hazardous
75#,17m,55i,. 17 grill cab door.
Jan 29, 1996 · Penalty $100
Resolve - Non-hazardous
35p,17m,55m.35-provide access to elevator motor room.17-grill cab door.
Oct 23, 1995
Resolve - Non-hazardous
35p 17l 10m 17 2fl vision glass broken repalce with clear wire glass 03 file bn for refurbished cab walls after filing conduct a test with a insp from this dept remove key switch were bsmt button should be & pr
Jan 18, 1994
Resolve - Non-hazardous
18l, 18) 2nd floor
Jan 6, 1992
Resolve - Non-hazardous
15m,29o,30o,35p,57o,58o,59o,46-,15)grill guard main floor. 46)place inproper sequence on counterweight end & replace broken shackle springs.74)provide capacity plate
Jul 9, 1990
Resolve
Complaints
- Plumbing
Toilet
May 19, 2026 · Apt 3F
Close - Door/window
Door
Apr 17, 2026 · Apt 3F
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Feb 19, 2026 · Apt 1D
Close - Electric
Power outage
Sep 24, 2025 · Apt 2H
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Mar 25, 2025 · Apt 1D
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Mar 23, 2025 · Apt 1D
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Mar 23, 2025 · Apt 1D
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Mar 23, 2025 · Apt 1D
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Mar 15, 2025 · Apt 1D
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Mar 15, 2025 · Apt 1D
Close
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- Unsanitary condition
Pests
Mar 15, 2025 · Apt 1D
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 22, 2025 · Apt 1D
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jan 18, 2025 · Apt 1D
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jan 18, 2025 · Apt 1D
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 18, 2025 · Apt 1D
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jan 12, 2025 · Apt 1D
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 12, 2025 · Apt 1D
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Dec 22, 2024 · Apt 1D
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Dec 22, 2024 · Apt 1D
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Dec 22, 2024 · Apt 1D
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Dec 15, 2024 · Apt 1D
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Dec 15, 2024 · Apt 1D
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Dec 15, 2024 · Apt 1D
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Oct 25, 2024 · Apt 1D
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Oct 25, 2024 · Apt 1D
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Oct 17, 2024 · Apt 1D
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Oct 17, 2024 · Apt 1D
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
May 28, 2024 · Apt 6E
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Mar 24, 2024 · Apt 1D
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Mar 22, 2024 · Apt 1D
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Mar 21, 2024 · Apt 1D
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Feb 8, 2024 · Apt 1D
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Nov 20, 2023 · Apt 2F
Close - Elevator
Maintenance
Jun 16, 2023 · Apt BLDG
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Jun 16, 2023 · Apt 1B1G2G
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
May 31, 2023 · Apt 1B1G2G
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
May 31, 2023 · Apt 1B1G2G
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
May 31, 2023 · Apt 1B1G2G
Close - Electric
Outlet/switch
May 31, 2023 · Apt 1B1G2G
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
May 31, 2023 · Apt 1A
Close - Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
May 24, 2023 · Apt BLDG
Close - Safety
Fire escape
May 24, 2023 · Apt BLDG
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
May 24, 2023 · Apt BLDG
Close - General
Cooking gas
May 24, 2023 · Apt BLDG
Close - Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
May 24, 2023 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
May 24, 2023 · Apt BLDG
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Feb 24, 2023 · Apt 6E
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Feb 24, 2023 · Apt 6E
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 16, 2022 · Apt 4G
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 16, 2022 · Apt 4G
Close
Sales history
| Date | Price | Type | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 24, 2026 | Non-market transfer | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
| Jan 29, 2026 | $230,000 | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
| Jan 22, 2026 | $350,722 | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
| Jan 22, 2026 | $350,722 | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
| Jan 22, 2026 | $350,722 | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
Building details
- Building type
- Elevator apartment building (D4)
- Year built
- 1939
- Floors
- 6
- Residential units
- 48
- Building area
- 43,122 ft²
- Lot area
- 10,000 ft²
- Zoning
- R7B
- Community board
- 404
- Council district
- 25
- Block / lot
- 1509 / 52
- Assessed value
- $1,783,350
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #400632, last renewed Sep 9, 2025.
Questions about 42-52 Layton Street
Who owns 42-52 Layton Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 42-52 Layton St Owners Corp.
Does 42-52 Layton Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 38 housing violations at this property.
Is 42-52 Layton Street rent stabilized?
NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 2 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 4% of its 48 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.
When was 42-52 Layton Street built?
City records list 1939 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 42-52 Layton Street?
It has 48 residential units.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.