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42-40 Bowne Street

Queens, NY 11355BBL 4-05185-0043Map

Owner of record: Bowne House Owners Co

42-40 Bowne Street is an elevator apartment building built in 1956 in Queens, 11355. It has 77 residential units across 6 floors. The owner of record is Bowne House Owners Co. HPD has recorded 69 housing violations here, most recently on September 27, 2026. 45 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 8 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
69
DOB violations
53
ECB violations
25
HPD complaints
38

What to know

Concern
13 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Watch
Last violation Sep 27, 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

Rent-stabilized units in 2024
8
About 10% of the building's 77 apartments
Down from 12 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 · 69

  • C

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective pane glass at building entrance door to building at public hall, 1st story

    Sep 27, 2026

    Open — Invalid certification
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges on fire stair exit door labeled b at public hall, 4th story

    Sep 27, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latch on fire stair exit door labeled a at public hall, 4th story

    Sep 27, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective door and frame at compactor closet door at public hall, 4th story

    Sep 27, 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.

    May 7, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 4b, 4th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Mar 11, 2026 · Apt 4B

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges on door at stair ''b'' at public hall stairs, 4th story

    Mar 11, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tiles at north wall in the bathroom located at apt 4b, 4th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Mar 11, 2026 · Apt 4B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective door frame at ''a'' stair at public hall stairs, 4th story

    Mar 11, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latch and hinges on door at public hall stairs, 4th story

    Mar 11, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
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  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 4b, 4th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Mar 11, 2026 · Apt 4B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 4b, 4th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Mar 11, 2026 · Apt 4B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective hard wood floor in the kitchen located at apt 4b, 4th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Mar 11, 2026 · Apt 4B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color west and south walls in the 2nd room from north located at apt 4b, 4th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Mar 11, 2026 · Apt 4B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 4b, 4th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Mar 11, 2026 · Apt 4B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective grouting at ceramic tiles at all walls in the bathroom located at apt 4b, 4th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Mar 11, 2026 · Apt 4B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Refit door at north wall cabinet in the kitchen located at apt 4b, 4th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Mar 11, 2026 · Apt 4B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective caulking around bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 4b, 4th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Mar 11, 2026 · Apt 4B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color west and north walls in the 1st room from north located at apt 4b, 4th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Mar 11, 2026 · Apt 4B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Replace with new the missing wood door at north wall cabinet in the kitchen located at apt 4b, 4th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Mar 11, 2026 · Apt 4B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... at west and south walls less than 10 sq ft in the 2nd room from north located at apt 4b, 4th story, 2nd apartment from south at west original violation 18704801 issued 11-mar-26 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code 27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).

    Mar 11, 2026 · Apt 4B

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... at west and south walls less than 10 sq ft in the 2nd room from north located at apt 4b, 4th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Mar 11, 2026 · Apt 4B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... more than 10 sq ft at north and west wall in the 1st room from north located at apt 4b, 4th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Mar 11, 2026 · Apt 4B

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • C

    Remove the illegal fastening unacceptable electromagnetic locking device installed at vestibule door to building at public hall, 1st story

    Feb 1, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Provide security in the event of power outage by means of an acceptable mechanical heavy-duty lock and latch set at vestibule door to building at public hall, 1st story

    Feb 1, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latch at compactor closet door at public hall, 1st story

    Feb 1, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges on fire stair exit door 1st from north labeled a. at public hall, 5th story

    Feb 1, 2026

    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 21, 2025

    Open — Info 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 12, 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 15, 2024

    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.

    Nov 24, 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 29, 2023

    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.

    Nov 15, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Code: arrange and make self-closing the doors .. in the entrance located at apt 2a, 2nd story, 4th apartment from south at west

    Jul 14, 2020 · Apt 2A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of a key operated lock installed at the door to the room with egress door at east in the 1st room from east located at apt 2a, 2nd story, 4th apartment from south at west

    Jul 14, 2020 · Apt 2A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    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

    Apr 15, 2019

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Post and maintain a proper notice on wall of the entrance story in english and spanish on the availability of the agencys housing information guide. a sample notice can be found at www.nyc.gov/hpd. at public hall, 1st story

    Apr 15, 2019

    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 ''missing'' at public hall, 1st story

    Apr 15, 2019

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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

    Apr 15, 2019

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    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

    Apr 1, 2019

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box ''missing'' at public hall, 1st story

    Apr 1, 2019

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Post and maintain a proper notice on wall of the entrance story in english and spanish on the availability of the agencys housing information guide. a sample notice can be found at www.nyc.gov/hpd. at public hall, 1st story

    Apr 1, 2019

    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 ''missing'' at public hall, 1st story

    Apr 1, 2019

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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

    Apr 1, 2019

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective in the entire apartment located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Oct 11, 2017 · Apt 2B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department north wall and east closet wall in the 3rd room from east at north located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Oct 11, 2017 · Apt 2B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the nuisance consisting of mold ... east closet wall ( approx 20 sq ft ) in the 3rd room from east at north located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Oct 11, 2017 · Apt 2B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Oct 11, 2017 · Apt 2B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    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

    Jun 20, 2017

    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 .. at public hall, 1st story

    Jun 20, 2017

    Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 53

  • Construction other optional

    Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner:step crack,deflated window lintels/cracks, open motor joints, exp2 - deflated lintels & damaged joints exp3 -damaged/missing joints. exp4 - damage joints deflated/bowed lentil. remedy: repair and/or replace

    Dec 26, 2025

    Dob violation - active
  • Immediate emergency anythingoptional

    Remedy: repair sidewalk shed. install/replace broken/rotten/missingdec k planking (approx 15' lf) and parapet panel (approx 10'at the corner of expo #1 east elvation and expo 4 north elevation (corner of bowne a nd ash) replace all broken/damged deck planking and mud sills observed at expo #north elevation at parking garage

    May 8, 2025

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    Failure to maintain building in adequate & compliant manner. also noted at time of inspection numerous step cracks & mortar joints missing @ exposures @ #1 & #2 & parapet levels on exposure #4 remedy: repair and/or replace

    May 2, 2025

    Dob violation - active
  • Failure to submit eer none

    Failure to submit an eer per ad. code sec. 28-308.4 - multiple years (2023)

    Jun 23, 2024

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2022 external low pressure inspection

    Apr 25, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Hazardous condition (facade) facade required

    Cycle 9a unsafe report filed

    Feb 21, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Failure to submit eer none

    Failure to submit an eer per ad. code sec. 28-308.4 - multiple years (2021)

    Aug 21, 2022

    Dob violation - active
  • No report and / or late filing (facade) facade required

    Failed to file fisp cycle 9a technical report by 02/21/2022

    Feb 22, 2022

    Dob violation - active
  • Failure to submit eer none

    Failure to submit an eer per ad. code sec. 28-308.4 - multiple years (2020)

    Jun 20, 2021

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    May 12, 2021

    Dob violation - resolved
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  • Failure to submit eer none

    Failure to submit an eer per ad. code sec. 28-308.4 - multiple years (2019)

    Jun 29, 2020

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Apr 24, 2020

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Feb 5, 2020

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • 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
  • Failure to submit eer none

    Failure to submit an eer per ad. code sec. 28-308.4 - multiple years (2018)

    Mar 18, 2019

    Dob violation - active
  • No report and / or late filing (facade) facade required

    Failed to file fisp cycle 8a technical report by 02/21/2017

    May 31, 2018

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Apr 26, 2018

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Apr 18, 2018

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Failure to submit eer none

    Failure to submit an eer per ad. code sec. 28-308.4 - multiple years (2017)

    Mar 27, 2018

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired

    Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2016 cat 1 insp/tst

    Jan 26, 2018

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Mar 10, 2017

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Failure to submit eer none

    Failure to submit an eer per ad. code sec. 28-308.4 - multiple years (2016)

    Feb 16, 2017

    Dob violation - active
  • Failure to benchmark none

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

    Feb 2, 2017

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired

    Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2015 cat 1 insp/tst

    Jan 3, 2017

    Dob violation - active
  • Failure to submit eer none

    Failure to submit an eer per ad. code sec. 28-308.4 in 2015

    Dec 1, 2016

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired

    Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2014 cat 1 insp/tst

    Nov 14, 2016

    Dob violation - active
  • Failure to benchmark none

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

    Nov 2, 2016

    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, 2016

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Failure to benchmark none

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

    Jun 2, 2016

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Apr 1, 2016

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Nov 2, 2015

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Failure to benchmark none

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

    Aug 2, 2015

    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, 2015

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Oct 7, 2014

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired

    Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2012 cat 1 insp/tst

    May 30, 2014

    Dob violation - active
  • Failure to benchmark none

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

    May 1, 2014

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jul 23, 2013

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Nov 12, 2012

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Oct 11, 2011

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Sep 7, 2011

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Sep 7, 2011

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Sep 7, 2011

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Sep 7, 2011

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Jun 8, 2011

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Dec 9, 2010

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 3, 2008

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Facade facade optional

    Ll1198-local law 11/98 - facade facade optional

    Nov 30, 2007

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 27, 2007

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Oct 26, 2004

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatoroptional

    Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional

    Apr 21, 2004

    Dob violation - active

ECB violations · 25

  • Class - 2

    At time of inspection, i observed at premises a missing blind spot mirror as per bc 3307.2.6 for active garage driveway that crosses the pedestrian walkway @exp#4. blind spot mirror need for blind corner due to

    Jun 29, 2026 · Penalty $2,430

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Failure to file acceptable amended cycle 8a and 9a report indicating correction of unsafe conditions described in initial facades report required by 28-302.5 for control #912053. agg1: prior nov 37026457x under

    Apr 20, 2026 · Penalty $3,125

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Failure to provide unobstructed exit passageway. note at the time of inspection view items store at fire escape landing at exposure 2 on 5thfloor. remedy: remove egress obstruction.

    Dec 26, 2025 · Penalty $2,500

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Pedestrian protection does not meet code specifications. note at time of inspection, observed multiple park boards on shed were damaged spalling/missing/falling floor sidewalk shed. observed damaged mudsills at

    May 2, 2025 · Penalty $2,400

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Upon inspection, premises has sidewalk shed erected on all exposures with missing information panel on exposures 2 and 4. this contradicts code 3301.9.2.1.1 requirement. not adequately providing information pan

    Mar 15, 2024 · Penalty $3,125

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to file acceptable amended cycle 8a and 9a report indicating correction of unsafe conditions described in initial facades report required by 28-302.5 for control#912053.rem:file acceptable report.

    Jan 16, 2024 · Penalty $1,250

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Work without a permit. note: observed work in progress to renovate apt5l at this location without a permit. illegal plumbing and electrical with exposed wires, fixtures removed and the bathroom completely gutte

    Nov 29, 2023 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Pedestrian protection does not meet code specifications. note: atoi i observed at exposure #4 missing high visibility markings at the driveway creating a potential hazard for the public and property(bc 3307.6.4

    Aug 8, 2023 · Penalty $2,430

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Pedestrian protection does not meet code specifications.note:at time of inspection i observed a sidewalk shed at exposure's#1,2,3,and 4 with(1)deteriorated mudsills,wood planks,and parapet panels.(2)missing hig

    Mar 9, 2023 · Penalty $5,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to submit acceptable required cycle9a report of critical exam documenting condition of exterior wall&appurtenances required by 28-302.4 for control912053.submit acceptable required technical report

    Dec 9, 2022 · Penalty $6,250

    Active
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  • Class - 1

    Cease use item : the zone lock a safety device has been disabled , repair / non cease use items : no door lock monitoring installed in this controller as mandated by 3.10.12 of appendix k3 of the 2014 nycbc. th

    Feb 23, 2022 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Pedestrian protection does not meet code specifications-sidewalk shed not maintain-(no light).note:at time of my inspection observed sidewalk installed on pedestrian walkway at exposure 1,2,and 4 and not mainta

    Jun 8, 2021 · Penalty $2,400

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    1-x-100, 2-x-10, 2-m-7, 7-a-11, 16-l-w, 100-m-7, 68-b-7. 1-x-10 stop switch inoperative reapir/alarm bell inoperative, repair /missing outside comm provide/ 7-a-11 (line lock) alterd, by removing

    Oct 22, 2019 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to submit acceptable 8th round report of critical examination documenting condition of exterior walls and appurtenances required by 28-302.4 for control # 812053. remedy:submit required technical report

    May 18, 2018 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    05m07;06j01:cease use*missing door restrictor-provide;car door/gate switch misaligned,must push car door so car can move/adjust.

    Jan 23, 2018 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain exterior bldg facade & appurtenances. note: loose/eroded mortar joint @ various window lintels level @ various flr & exp#1 (bowne st) exp#2 (beech ave) & exp#4 (ash ave) side were observe. (

    Feb 8, 2017 · Penalty $500

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    03m07,06m07,39x10,50#07. provide phone. provide door zone restrictor. 39-fan not working, repair. 40-provide keys to access machine room.

    Jun 26, 2013 · Penalty $500

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Work w/o permit work. noted at apt 3m. erected full partitions to sub-divide & convert 1 bedroom apt to a 4 bedroom apt. the 3 additional bedroom have no direct access to fire escape. vacate apt 3m.

    Jun 8, 2011 · Penalty $1,600

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Work w/o permit work noted at apt 4m. erected full partitions to sub-divide & convert 1 bedroom apt to a 4 bedroom apt. the additional 3 bedrooms have no direct access to fire escape. vacant apt 4m.

    Jun 8, 2011 · Penalty $1,600

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Occupancy contrary to dept of bldgs records. dob's records indicate apt 4m as a 1 bedroom apt. illegal occupancy noted at apt 4m converted to a 4 bedroom apt. remedy: discontinue illegal occupancy of amend c of

    Jun 8, 2011 · Penalty $2,400

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Occupancy contrary to dept of bldg records. dob's records indicate apt3m as a 1 bedroom apt. illegal occupancy noted: at apt 3m converted toa 4 bedroom apt. remedy: discontinue illegal occupancy of amend c of o

    Jun 8, 2011 · Penalty $1,600

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain: noted: apt #6h cracks on ceiling & wall. 2nd floor staircase cracks on wall. remedy: repair defect.

    Sep 10, 2010 · Penalty $250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Work w/o permit.work noted as follows:in apt#5a,erected full height partitions to create 2 additional rooms.remedy:obtain permit or restore to prior legal conditions.

    Aug 4, 2010 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to file an acceptable sixth round technical report in compliance with code provisions: periodic inspection of exterior walls and appurtenances as required by article 28.302 and the department of buildin

    Jul 9, 2010 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    15t,35r,36w,46l,47y,55l,57o,58o,59o,03o. (15) masrk all doors as to floors. (35) sremove all now elevator storage. (46) replace shackel spring. (03) clean car top remove oil can storage.

    Mar 11, 1991 · Penalty $75

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Aug 19, 2026 · Apt 4N

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Aug 19, 2026 · Apt 4N

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Feb 24, 2026 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Feb 24, 2026 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Feb 24, 2026 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Feb 24, 2026 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Feb 17, 2026 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Feb 17, 2026 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Feb 17, 2026 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Feb 17, 2026 · Apt 4B

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  • Heat/hot water

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    Jan 30, 2026 · Apt BLDG

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  • Heat/hot water

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    Feb 19, 2021 · Apt 6B

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  • Heat/hot water

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    Jul 12, 2020 · Apt 2A

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  • Heat/hot water

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    Jan 12, 2020 · Apt 6L

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  • Heat/hot water

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    Jan 8, 2020 · Apt 2A

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    Jan 6, 2020 · Apt 6B

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  • Heat/hot water

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    Apr 14, 2019 · Apt 1N

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  • Heat/hot water

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    Mar 31, 2019 · Apt 3L

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  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Sep 14, 2017 · Apt 2B

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  • Heat/hot water

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    Jun 18, 2017 · Apt 1L

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  • Heat/hot water

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    Feb 16, 2015 · Apt 5D

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    Nov 21, 2014 · Apt BLDG

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  • Heat/hot water

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    Nov 19, 2014 · Apt 5B

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  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 22, 2014 · Apt 4C

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  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 22, 2014 · Apt NA

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  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    May 27, 2013 · Apt 5L

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  • Nonconst

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    Sep 21, 2010 · Apt 6H

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    Sep 21, 2010 · Apt 6H

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  • Paint/plaster

    Radiator

    Sep 21, 2010 · Apt 6H

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  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Sep 21, 2010 · Apt 6H

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  • General

    Stairs

    Sep 21, 2010 · Apt 6H

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  • General

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    Sep 21, 2010 · Apt 6H

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    Aug 19, 2010 · Apt 6H

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    Aug 19, 2010 · Apt 6H

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    Aug 19, 2010 · Apt 6H

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    Jul 27, 2007 · Apt 5A

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    Jun 20, 2007 · Apt 5A

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    Jun 2, 2007 · Apt 5A

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Sales history

DatePriceTypeUnits
Sep 30, 2026Non-market transferCoops - elevator apartments—
May 20, 2026$359,000Coops - elevator apartments—
May 8, 2026$300,000Coops - elevator apartments—
Dec 1, 2025$320,000Coops - elevator apartments—
Nov 24, 2025$340,000Coops - elevator apartments—

Building details

Building type
Elevator apartment building (D4)
Year built
1956
Floors
6
Residential units
77
Building area
73,239 ft²
Lot area
21,375 ft²
Zoning
R7B
Community board
407
Council district
20
Block / lot
5185 / 43
Assessed value
$2,632,050
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #407993, last renewed Oct 15, 2024.

Questions about 42-40 Bowne Street

Who owns 42-40 Bowne Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Bowne House Owners Co.

Does 42-40 Bowne Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 69 housing violations at this property.

Is 42-40 Bowne Street rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 8 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 10% of its 77 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 42-40 Bowne Street built?

City records list 1956 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 42-40 Bowne Street?

It has 77 residential units.

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