40-66 98 Street
Queens, NY 11368BBL 4-01606-0034Map
Owner of record: Torres , Franklin
40-66 98 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1931 in Queens, 11368. It has 5 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is Torres , Franklin. HPD has recorded 53 housing violations here, most recently on May 7, 2026. 42 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.
- HPD violations
- 53
- DOB violations
- 4
- ECB violations
- 21
- HPD complaints
- 41
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
No rent-stabilized units in 2018–2024 tax bills
Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 53
- 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
Open — Nov sent out - 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, 2025
Open — Info nov sent out - 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 12, 2025
Open — Nov sent out - 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.
Dec 2, 2024
Open — Info nov sent out - 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 15, 2024
Open — Nov sent out - 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 24, 2023
Open — Info nov sent out - 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 28, 2023
Open — Nov sent out - 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 15, 2022
Open — Info nov sent out - 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 4, 2022
Open — Nov sent out - 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.
Mar 4, 2022
Open — Info nov sent out
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- 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 15, 2021
Open — Nov sent out - 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.
Apr 15, 2021
Open — Info nov sent out - 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 1, 2019
Open — Info nov sent out - 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 23, 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.
Dec 4, 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.
Nov 18, 2016
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 15, 2015
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective glass pane at building entrance door , 2nd story
Sep 9, 2015
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Sep 9, 2015 · Apt 2R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Sep 9, 2015 · Apt 2R
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Install the missing or repair/replace the defective window guard(s) in accordance with the specifications of the new york city health code section 24 rcny chapter 12. wg to install = 1; wg to replace = 0; wg to repair = 0; in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Sep 9, 2015 · Apt 2R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Sep 9, 2015 · Apt 2R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Sep 9, 2015 · Apt 2R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective bell/buzzer/intercom/system from building entrance to apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Sep 9, 2015 · Apt 2R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Provide adequate light of not less than 60 watts incandescent or equivalent illumination at 1st, 2nd. and 3rd story at ceiling at public hall
Sep 6, 2015
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair and abate unsafe electric wiring condition consisting of exposed electrical wire at vestibule at south wall at public hall
Sep 6, 2015
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective mortise lock at entrance door to building at public hall, 1st story
Sep 6, 2015
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective glass insert at the entrance door to building at public hall, 1st story
Sep 6, 2015
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair and abate unsafe electric wiring condition consisting of exposed wiring at ceiling 1st, 2nd. and 3rd story at ceiling at public hall
Sep 6, 2015
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 or near mail box at public hall, 1st story
Sep 6, 2015
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box ... at public hall, 1st story
Sep 6, 2015
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Post a proper notice of carbon monoxide detecting device requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, in a common area of a class a multiple dwelling near inspection certificate or provide notice to tenants in a private dwelling. at public hall, 1st story
Sep 6, 2015
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Post and maintain a proper sign on wall of entrance story showing the registration number assigned by the department and the address of the building. at public hall, 1st story
Sep 6, 2015
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Post and maintain a proper notice on wall of the entrance story in english and spanish on the availability of the agency?s housing information guide. a sample notice can be found at www.nyc.gov/hpd. at public hall, 1st story
Sep 6, 2015
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Post and maintain a proper sign on wall of entrance story showing the registration number assigned by the department and the address of the building. at public hall, 1st story
Aug 28, 2015
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
File certification of satisfactory installation of smoke detecting device in accordance with h.p.d. rules and regulations. at public hall, 1st story
Aug 28, 2015
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Post a proper notice of carbon monoxide detecting device requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, in a common area of a class a multiple dwelling near inspection certificate or provide notice to tenants in a private dwelling. at public hall, 1st story
Aug 28, 2015
Open — Nov sent out - 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 27, 2015
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 2f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 29, 2010 · Apt 2F
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 2f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 29, 2010 · Apt 2F
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire proof ceiling at open space, cellar
Aug 20, 2002
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Replace with new the missing cover to box circuit breaker in the 2nd bedroom from east located at apt 2b, 2nd story
Aug 20, 2002 · Apt 2B
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
May 8, 2002
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
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 --- at public hall, 1st story
May 8, 2002
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box --- at public hall, 1st story
May 8, 2002
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of expose electric wires at ceiling at open space, cellar
May 8, 2002
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Post and maintain a proper sign on wall of entrance story showing the registration number assigned by the department and the address of the building.
May 1, 2002
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the west yard
Aug 4, 2001
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard - presumed lead paint that is peeling or is on a deteriorated subsurface - using exclusive interim controls. ceiling in the 2nd room from east located at apt 2b, 2nd story
Jun 21, 2001 · Apt 2B
Open — Not complied with - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing mrs carmen at 2nd room from east, 1st story, apartment
Jun 21, 2001 · Apt F1
Open — Nov sent out
DOB building violations · 4
- Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
May 4, 2016
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Jul 18, 2001
Vw*-violation - work w/o permit dismissed - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Apr 2, 2001
Vw*-violation - work w/o permit dismissed - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Apr 2, 2001
Vw*-violation - work w/o permit dismissed
ECB violations · 21
- Class - 1
3314.1 partial stop work order for supported scaffold issued pursuant to28-207.2 and posted at premises. scaffold are in unsafe conditions. note: observed supported scaffold apprx 30'in height erected at front
Feb 3, 2016 · Penalty $4,000
Resolve - Class - 1
Sec 28-201.1 failure to comply w/comm order to correct vio # 34649687nfor work w/o permit @ celar built illegal 2 b/r class apt w/3 pc bath no record of correction. remedy: comply w/comm order & obtain permit
Sep 16, 2008
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Residence altered for the legally approved number of families cellar has a class a apt consisting of a 3pc bathroom full kitchen with stove oven microwave and fridge and 2 bedrooms temp c of o 401548456t001 sta
Apr 25, 2008
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Work w/o a permit hazardous at time of inspection at cellar level built a 2 bedroom class a apt with a full kitchen which includes a stove oven microwave refridgerator and residential sink a 3pc bathroom work
Apr 25, 2008
Resolve - Hazardous
Residence altered for occupancy by more than the legally approved number of fmailies. noted: alt 401578456 of 8/26/05 shows approved # of families is 5. blank key entry locks installed in each of the 5 apts. 3r
Dec 7, 2005
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Failure to comply w/ stop work order issued on 12/18/04. vid.#120804c07mm01/02. noted:a crew of aprox 7 men erecting concrete blocks on the new 3fl addition against stop work order. remedy:stop all work/comply
Dec 13, 2004 · Penalty $1,500
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Failure to provide approved plans at premises at time of inspection job#401548456. noted:a crew of aprox 7 men erecting concrete blocks on the new 3fl addition and no approved plans.remedy:stop all work/provide
Dec 13, 2004 · Penalty $130
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Work does not conform to approved plans.#401548456.non conforming work noted:1)no anchorage of concrete block to existing bldg,section detail not shown.2)no wall reinforcement per course,detail not shown.3)conc
Dec 8, 2004 · Penalty $250
Resolve - Hazardous
Failure to provide adequate protection for sidewalks and walkways during construction operation #401548456.noted unsafe practices:1)a portion of facade removed and being altered w/concrete blocks above sidewalk
Dec 8, 2004 · Penalty $2,000
Resolve - Hazardous
Job site fence defective.fence #401548456.defect noted:job site fence consist of one(1) single sheet of plywood,on flat throughout entire length of bldg. approx 16'.defect location:front/east side of building a
Dec 8, 2004 · Penalty $500
Resolve
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- Hazardous
Failure to safely and properly remove materials/debris from construction site.noted defect:excessive debris (masonary,rubbish,lumber,metal) piled up at court,and backyard.noted location:south and west sides of
Dec 8, 2004 · Penalty $500
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Failure to maintain noted at 2nd fl 2 front bathroom in state of disrepair needs attention immediately no window floor rotting leaking at 2nd rear leaking floor rotting needs immediate attendtion remedy repair
Jul 28, 2001 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Hazardous
Residence altered for occupancy as a dwelling for more than th legally approved# of families. bldg. dept. records indicates residence is legally approved for 4 families. residence is now altered for occupancy b
Jul 18, 2001 · Penalty $3,050
Resolve - Hazardous
Work without permit work noted: at cellar level partitions erected to create 2 class "a" apts. 1 class "a" pt with 2 rooms, kitchen & 3 piece bathroom and 1 class "a" apt with 2 bedrooms, living area 3 piece
Jul 18, 2001
Resolve - Hazardous
Failure to maintain note: at cellar level ceilings in bathrooms and bedrooms and hanging down due to water damage. showns in state of disrepair. floors have rotted area's paint pealing from walls. remedy: repai
Jul 18, 2001 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Failure to maintain: on 2 floor water leaking under counter sink and damaged ceiling, floor. also 12 to 15 garbage bays storage front of the house. remedy: maintain entire building clear all garbage. repairs an
Jul 10, 2001 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Hazardous
Occupancy is contrary to that allowed by the certificate of occupancy or bldg. dept. records cellar use changed from storage and ordinary use to an apartment. partitions erected with kitchen and bathroom facili
Jun 3, 2001 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Hazardous
(hazardous)failure to maintain building.defect is:several joist in basement level bathroom are water rotted,corroded and missing.remedy:make all repairs or replace damaged joists in a safe and lawful manner.
May 25, 2001 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Hazardous
Occupancy contrary to that allowed by building dept records.accessory use basement at the above premises arranged and occupied as apartment .occupied dwelling unit-rented of basement as a separate unit independ
May 25, 2001 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Hazardous
Residence altered for occupancy as dwelling for more than the legally approved # of fam.bldg dept records indicates residence is legally approved for 4 fam.residence is now altered for occupancy by 5 fam.altera
Apr 2, 2001 · Penalty $3,050
Resolve - Hazardous
Work without a permit.work noted:at cellar rear level full partition walls erected creating a calss a apt.with a ktichen with gas stove,3pc bath,2 bedrooms and living room.full plumbing and electrical service
Apr 2, 2001
Resolve
Complaints
- Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
Mar 20, 2023 · Apt BLDG
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
May 26, 2021 · Apt 1F
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 11, 2016 · Apt 3F
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Sep 2, 2015 · Apt 2R
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Sep 2, 2015 · Apt 2R
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Sep 2, 2015 · Apt 2R
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Sep 2, 2015 · Apt 2R
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Sep 2, 2015 · Apt 2R
Close - General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
Sep 2, 2015 · Apt 2R
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Sep 2, 2015 · Apt 2R
Close
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- Unsanitary condition
Pests
Sep 2, 2015 · Apt 2R
Close - Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
Sep 2, 2015 · Apt 2R
Close - Door/window
Door
Sep 2, 2015 · Apt 2R
Close - General
Cooking gas
Aug 22, 2015 · Apt 2R
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Aug 22, 2015 · Apt 2R
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Aug 22, 2015 · Apt 2R
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
May 5, 2010 · Apt 2F
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
May 5, 2010 · Apt 2F
Close - Heating
Heat related
May 5, 2010 · Apt 2F
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Mar 17, 2010 · Apt 2F
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Mar 17, 2010 · Apt 2F
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Mar 17, 2010 · Apt 2F
Close - Heating
Heat related
May 13, 2009 · Apt BLDG
Close - General
Locks
Apr 6, 2008 · Apt 1
Close - General
Floor
Jul 12, 2006 · Apt F1
Close - General
Windows
Jul 12, 2006 · Apt F1
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Jul 12, 2006 · Apt F1
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Jul 12, 2006 · Apt F1
Close - Nonconst
Rubbish
Jul 12, 2006 · Apt F1
Close - General
Windows
Jul 12, 2006 · Apt F1
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Jul 12, 2006 · Apt F1
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Jul 12, 2006 · Apt F1
Close - General
Windows
Jun 20, 2006 · Apt F1
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Jun 20, 2006 · Apt F1
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Jun 20, 2006 · Apt F1
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Jun 20, 2006 · Apt F1
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Jun 20, 2006 · Apt F1
Close - Nonconst
Rubbish
Jun 20, 2006 · Apt F1
Close - Nonconst
Janitor/super
Jan 16, 2004 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 16, 2004 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 16, 2004 · Apt BLDG
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C2)
- Year built
- 1931
- Floors
- 3
- Residential units
- 5
- Building area
- 4,246 ft²
- Lot area
- 1,960 ft²
- Zoning
- R6B
- Community board
- 404
- Council district
- 21
- Block / lot
- 1606 / 34
- Assessed value
- $424,800
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #417353, last renewed Feb 5, 2019.
Questions about 40-66 98 Street
Who owns 40-66 98 Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Torres , Franklin.
Does 40-66 98 Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 53 housing violations at this property.
Is 40-66 98 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 40-66 98 Street built?
City records list 1931 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 40-66 98 Street?
It has 5 residential units.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.