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75-40 Austin Street

Queens, NY 11375BBL 4-03334-0058Map

Owner of record: Michele Towers INC

75-40 Austin Street is an elevator apartment building built in 1940 in Queens, 11375. It has 96 residential units across 6 floors. The owner of record is Michele Towers INC. HPD has recorded 39 housing violations here, most recently on November 7, 2024. 2 of the 39 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 4 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
39
DOB violations
28
ECB violations
22
HPD complaints
46

What to know

Concern
1 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation Nov 7, 2024

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

Rent-stabilized units in 2024
4
About 4% of the building's 96 apartments
Down from 5 in 2018

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.

Stabilized units by tax-bill year

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Violations

Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.

HPD housing violations · 39

  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges on 1st door leading from mail room area to compactor room on north wall at basement, section ''ar-hr'', at north

    Nov 7, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective door, missing 2nd door leading from mail room area to compactor room on north wall at basement, section ''ar-hr'', at north

    Nov 7, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges on 3rd door leading from mail room area to compactor room on west wall at basement, section ''ar-hr'', at north

    Nov 7, 2024

    Open — Nov certified on time
  • A

    § 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 suspended ceiling acoustic tiles at public hall at basement, section ''ar-hr'', at north

    Nov 7, 2024

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    § 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

    Oct 31, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latch compactor closet door at public hall, 2nd story, section at north

    Oct 31, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective latch assembly compactor closet door at public hall, 2nd story, section at north

    Oct 31, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Remove the illegal fastening consisting of unacceptable electromagnetic locking device installed on vestibule door to public hall at cellar

    Oct 31, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Provide security in the event of a power outage by a means of an acceptable mechanical heavy duty lock set vestibule door to public hall at cellar

    Oct 31, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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 29, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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  • A

    Post sign on wall of entrance story bearing name, address including apartment number if any, and telephone number of superintendent, janitor or housekeeper. at public hall, 1st story

    Sep 25, 2018

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    § 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

    Sep 25, 2018

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective spring balance upper sash north window in the 2nd room from east located at apt 2hr, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north , section at west

    Aug 15, 2018 · Apt 2HR

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective spring balance lower sash east window in the kitchen located at apt 2hr, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north , section at west

    Aug 15, 2018 · Apt 2HR

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 2hr, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north , section at west

    Aug 15, 2018 · Apt 2HR

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    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

    Jan 15, 2018

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Post, in a form approved by the commissioner, and maintain a notice in a common area of the building regarding the procedures that should be followed when a gas leak is suspected at public hall, 1st story

    Jan 15, 2018

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the walls and ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2hr, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east , section at north

    Dec 18, 2017 · Apt 2HR

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation the riser in the bathroom located at apt 2hr, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east , section at north

    Dec 18, 2017 · Apt 2HR

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tile in the bathroom located at apt 2hr, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east , section at north

    Dec 18, 2017 · Apt 2HR

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at the south wall in the private hallway located at apt 2hr, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east , section at north

    Dec 18, 2017 · Apt 2HR

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at the ceiling in the private hallway located at apt 2hr, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east , section at north

    Dec 18, 2017 · Apt 2HR

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the walls and ceiling in the private hallway located at apt 2hr, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east , section at north

    Dec 18, 2017 · Apt 2HR

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the nuisance consisting of mold ... at the ceiling in the private hallway located at apt 2hr, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east , section at north

    Dec 18, 2017 · Apt 2HR

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the nuisance consisting of mold ... at the south wall in the private hallway located at apt 2hr, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east , section at north

    Dec 18, 2017 · Apt 2HR

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the nuisance consisting of mold ... at the ceiling in the 3rd room from east at south located at apt 2hr, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east , section at north

    Dec 18, 2017 · Apt 2HR

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the nuisance consisting of mold ... at the east wall in the 3rd room from east at south located at apt 2hr, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east , section at north

    Dec 18, 2017 · Apt 2HR

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at the ceiling in the 3rd room from east at south located at apt 2hr, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east , section at north

    Dec 18, 2017 · Apt 2HR

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at the east wall in the 3rd room from east at south located at apt 2hr, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east , section at north

    Dec 18, 2017 · Apt 2HR

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the walls and ceiling in the 3rd room from east at south located at apt 2hr, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east , section at north

    Dec 18, 2017 · Apt 2HR

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the walls and ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 2hr, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east , section at north

    Dec 18, 2017 · Apt 2HR

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Remove all obstructions from water closet inoperable toilet bowl - obstructed in the bathroom located at apt 2hr, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north , section at west

    Jan 14, 2016 · Apt 2HR

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Remove all obstructions and repair all defects in waistline at sink at washbasin in the bathroom located at apt 2hr, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north , section at west

    Jan 14, 2016 · Apt 2HR

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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 2hr, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Nov 26, 2008 · Apt 2HR

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 2hr, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Nov 26, 2008 · Apt 2HR

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    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 ...

    Nov 26, 2008

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective window frame in the 1st room from east located at apt 2bl, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Oct 3, 2008 · Apt 2BL

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Remove all obstructions and repair all defects in bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 2bl, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Oct 3, 2008 · Apt 2BL

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes air conditioner protruding beyond window sill front east and west stack all stys.

    Mar 4, 1998

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 28

  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    May 12, 2021

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Dec 15, 2016

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2013 inspection report

    Mar 3, 2015

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • 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
  • Failure to benchmark none

    Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4

    May 3, 2012

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Oct 7, 2011

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Oct 7, 2011

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Nov 12, 2010

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Nov 12, 2010

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jan 13, 2010

    Dob violation - resolved
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  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jan 12, 2010

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Aug 18, 2009

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    May 14, 2007

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    May 14, 2007

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    May 14, 2007

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 2, 2006

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 2, 2006

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 6, 2006

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Apr 23, 2004

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Apr 23, 2004

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    May 19, 2003

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    May 19, 2003

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Sep 16, 1997

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    (30) 2nd floor (75) adjust or renew 2nd floor door checks

    Jul 17, 1989

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Mar 1, 1989

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    (47)access

    Mar 1, 1989

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    (51)adaquately ventelate cab (52) file a bn with this department for new controller operator locks and cab interior

    Oct 25, 1988

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    (51) place antenna equipment in metal cabinet as per code.(52)re- pair sill under motor room door. (53) adaquately ventilate cabs. (54) file a bn with this department for new controller operator locks and cab interior

    Oct 25, 1988

    Dob violation - resolved

ECB violations · 22

  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner; lack of a system of automatic sprinklers where required per bc 903.2; 27-954. at time of inspection in laundry room i observed 6 gas dryers and no sprinkle

    Feb 19, 2021 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    100b10,100b10,68m07. 100b10-fire service on phse ii, car door does not reopen upon opening of a shaft door when gate are closing.this is a safety issue for fireman use; 100b10-fire service () does come out on

    Mar 28, 2017 · Penalty $250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    2x10,78b14,16t7,100b10. 2x10-phone inoperative repair; 78b14, 16t7 4 flr signage unlabeled provide; 100b10-on phase two fireman service car door closes when hall doors open.

    Mar 28, 2017 · Penalty $250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Work w/o a permit. work noted: at basement level (right side) erected full height partitions for 2 rooms,bathroom enclosure & installed water & waste lines for 3pc bathroom (toilet,sink,shower) & wash hand basi

    Jul 8, 2013

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    01x11/ 77b11/ (77) provide proper size toe guard 3.3.2 k3

    Mar 11, 2011

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    77b11/ provide proper size toe guard 3.3.2 k3

    Mar 11, 2011

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    26d06/ 70q03/ 73o02/ 74o02/ 41t07/ 70-q-03 exposed wiring on electrical box in pit area

    Mar 8, 2011

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    23l1039p02. 23l10 all hall call buttons from 1-5 (lobby & 6th flr excluded) will not call the car from any flr above them.

    Jun 9, 2008

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    02l10,03i10,34q07,39p07,08v01,09h11.02l10-car alarm bell.03i10-front car panel(bottom).34q07-cover exposed wires on top of car.09h11-2 floor.

    Sep 17, 2007 · Penalty $350

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    02l10,39p07.car alarm bell.

    Sep 17, 2007 · Penalty $350

    Resolve
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  • Non-hazardous

    Cu:43h11/.(cease use-43-h-11-replace excessively traction sheave,slipstraction w/full load in car.cease use.)file application & obtain permit.cease use status will be lifted at time of passing inspection on

    Mar 27, 2007 · Penalty $500

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    43h11/44h10/.43-h-11-remove/replace worn traction sheave.44-h-10-repair worn governor bushing.

    Mar 27, 2007 · Penalty $350

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    31h11/39i10/51h11/84m7/8v1/85b7/40i11/.84-m-install fire ext.85-b-can't read tag.51-h-bracks in hoist cable

    Feb 23, 2007 · Penalty $350

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    15i10/85b7/8v1/84m1/40i11/.85-b-cant read 5yr tag.84-m-install fire ext.

    Feb 23, 2007 · Penalty $180

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    74h 52b 74 ipler sjecu in shaftway top worn & machine nosie 52 mechian brake hard stoping

    Dec 23, 1998

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    75u08u57o46b

    Jan 20, 1998 · Penalty $180

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    75u57o46b

    Jan 20, 1998 · Penalty $180

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    10i,40l,57o

    Sep 10, 1994

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    03d,03r,03m,10l,73#,15t,58o,59o,55l,57o,(03)properly secure electric box covers&wire on car to&remove oil can storage (03)provide 1800lbs incab capacity plate (10)down arrow light (35)repair&secure steps hand r

    Apr 1, 1992 · Penalty $185

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    73#,57o,53m,35l,36k,36k,36m,03m,03d,08v,15t,10l,57o,58o,59o,55l,(73)conduct&tag governor for 5yr safty test,after file elv3 form (53)light fixture switch (35)glass br-kent-windows replace (36)door handle missin

    Apr 1, 1992 · Penalty $185

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    1l,14l,73#,(73)conduct

    Apr 15, 1991

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    57o,73#,(73)conduct a 5 yr test

    Apr 15, 1991

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Apr 3, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 14, 2019 · Apt 2HR

    Close
  • Safety

    Window guard broken/missing

    Sep 21, 2018 · Apt 2HR

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Aug 9, 2018 · Apt 2HR

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Mar 26, 2018 · Apt 2HR

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 26, 2018 · Apt 2HR

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 18, 2018 · Apt 2HR

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Steam pipe/riser

    Jan 12, 2018 · Apt 1HR

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Steam pipe/riser

    Jan 12, 2018 · Apt 1HR

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 28, 2017 · Apt 2HR

    Close
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  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 14, 2017 · Apt 2HR

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Dec 14, 2017 · Apt 2HR

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Mar 2, 2016 · Apt 6HL

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 15, 2016 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 8, 2016 · Apt 2HR

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Feb 19, 2014 · Apt 5BL

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Feb 19, 2014 · Apt 5BL

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Radiator

    Feb 19, 2014 · Apt 5BL

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Feb 19, 2014 · Apt 5BL

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Feb 19, 2014 · Apt 5BL

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Feb 19, 2014 · Apt 5BL

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Sep 22, 2012 · Apt 4EL

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Sep 22, 2012 · Apt 4EL

    Close
  • General

    Doors

    Feb 15, 2012 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Sep 8, 2011 · Apt 1HR

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Sep 8, 2011 · Apt 1HR

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 11, 2011 · Apt 5BR

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Nov 14, 2010 · Apt 5HR

    Close
  • Electric

    Bell-buzzer/intercom

    Oct 27, 2010 · Apt 2HR

    Close
  • Electric

    Bell-buzzer/intercom

    Oct 27, 2010 · Apt 2HR

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Oct 21, 2010 · Apt 2HR

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Oct 21, 2010 · Apt 2HR

    Close
  • General

    Doors

    Oct 21, 2010 · Apt 2HR

    Close
  • Electric

    Bell-buzzer/intercom

    Oct 19, 2010 · Apt 2HR

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Oct 19, 2010 · Apt 2HR

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Oct 19, 2010 · Apt 2HR

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat-plant

    Oct 4, 2010 · Apt 4DL

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Jun 14, 2010 · Apt 1HR

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Sewer

    Sep 24, 2008 · Apt 2BL

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Sep 24, 2008 · Apt 2BL

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Sep 17, 2008 · Apt 2HR

    Close
  • General

    Doors

    Aug 14, 2007 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Mar 9, 2006 · Apt 5FR

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Mar 9, 2006 · Apt 5FR

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 20, 2006 · Apt 2BL

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 27, 2006 · Apt 5FL

    Close

Sales history

DatePriceTypeUnits
Aug 19, 2026$628,000Coops - elevator apartments—
Feb 12, 2026$430,000Coops - elevator apartments—
Sep 23, 2025$195,000Coops - elevator apartments—

Building details

Building type
Elevator apartment building (D4)
Year built
1940
Floors
6
Residential units
96
Building area
99,600 ft²
Lot area
22,900 ft²
Zoning
R6
Community board
406
Council district
29
Block / lot
3334 / 58
Assessed value
$4,430,700
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #400799, last renewed Jul 23, 2025.

Questions about 75-40 Austin Street

Who owns 75-40 Austin Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Michele Towers INC.

Does 75-40 Austin Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 39 housing violations at this property.

Is 75-40 Austin Street rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 4 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 4% of its 96 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 75-40 Austin Street built?

City records list 1940 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 75-40 Austin Street?

It has 96 residential units.

Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.