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396 Cornelia Street, Brooklyn, NY 11237

BBL 3033860024 (Block 3386, Lot 24) · BIN 3077756 · Last updated:

Summary

396 Cornelia Street (Brooklyn, NY 11237) is a 6-unit walk-up apartment building (building class C2: walk-up apartments, five or six families), built around 1901, on a 2,000 sq ft lot zoned R6. City tax records list the owner as MERAL CORNELIA LLC; per ACRIS, a deed to this owner dated September 19, 2014 lists a price of $725,000. The Department of Finance's final market value for tax year 2027 is $1,135,000. As of October 31, 2026, NYC Open Data shows one DOB job with a permit issued but no sign-off, 17 open HPD violations and six OATH tickets with an unpaid balance. There were two 311 requests in the past 12 months and 19 HPD complaints since 2019.

At a glance

Lot & building

Basic facts about the tax lot and building from the city’s PLUTO database.

Owner (as listed by the city)
MERAL CORNELIA LLCThe owner name on the city’s tax records. It can lag behind recent sales and is often an LLC.
Building class
C2 – Walk-up apartments, five or six familiesThe Department of Finance’s category for what kind of building this is.
Land use
Multi-family walk-up buildingsCity Planning’s broad category of how the lot is used.
Year built
1901Often an estimate for older buildings. Major alteration recorded: 2015.
Floors
4
Units
6 residential / 6 totalResidential units are apartments; total includes stores and offices.
Buildings on lot
1
Lot size
2,000 sq ft (20 ft × 100 ft)
Building floor area
4,500 sq ft
Zoning
R6The zoning district sets what can be built and used here. Residential district.
Built vs. allowed density (FAR)
2.25 built / 2.43 max residentialFloor Area Ratio = building floor area ÷ lot area. If built FAR is below the maximum, zoning may allow more floor area (other rules apply).
Identifiers
BBL 3033860024 (Borough 3, Block 3386, Lot 24) · BIN 3077756BBL identifies the tax lot; BIN identifies each building (from DOB/HPD/footprint records).

Source: PLUTO (Dept. of City Planning) — dataset updated 2026-08-24, fetched 2026-10-31; Building Footprints — dataset updated 2026-10-25, fetched 2026-10-31

Tax assessment

How the Department of Finance values this lot for property tax.

Market value (tax year 2027, final roll)
$1,135,000The Department of Finance’s estimate of value for tax purposes. It is not an appraisal and is often far from the sale price.
Assessed value
$510,750The portion of market value that taxes are calculated on (capped by law for small homes).
Taxable value (final)
$97,776Assessed value minus any exemptions.
Tax class
Tax class 2A – residential rental, 4–6 units
Tax yearRollMarket valueAssessed valueTax class
2027Final$1,135,000$510,7502A
2026Final$946,000$425,7002A
2025Final$1,182,000$531,9002A
2024Final$1,078,000$485,1002A
2023Final$898,000$404,1002A

Source: DOF Property Valuation and Assessment Data — dataset updated 2026-09-14, fetched 2026-10-31

Sales & deed history 8

Deeds recorded with the City Register (ACRIS). A deed transfers ownership. A $0 or very low price usually means a transfer between related parties, an estate, or a refinance-related transfer, not a market sale. This is not a title search; mortgages, liens and other documents are not shown.

DateTypePriceSeller (grantor)Buyer (grantee)Doc ID
2014-09-19DEED$725,000396 Cornelia Corp.Meral Cornelia Llc2014102100945001
2014-06-17DEED$450,000John, Godfrey E396 Cornelia Corp.2014070703103001
2007-02-27DEED$0 / not statedJohn, Flora; John, Godfrey EJohn, Godfrey E2007022800515001
2003-11-19DEED$0 / not statedJohn, Godfrey EJohn, Flora; John, Godfrey E2004042601580001
2003-07-10DEED$0 / not statedJohn, Flora DJohn, Godfrey E2003090901064001
1996-03-25DEED$0 / not statedJohn, Stephen B; John, Flora DJohn, Flora DFT_3370005162337
1995-05-16DEED$0 / not statedJohn, Stephen B; John, Flora DJohn, Flora DFT_3250004798925
1976-01-02DEED$0 / not statedJaeckle ViolaJohn Stephen B; John Flora DBK_7630082201792

Source: ACRIS Real Property Master — dataset updated 2026-10-08, fetched 2026-10-31; ACRIS Real Property Legals — dataset updated 2026-10-08, fetched 2026-10-31; ACRIS Real Property Parties — dataset updated 2026-10-08, fetched 2026-10-31

DOB job filings 1 open of 3

A “job” is an application to the Department of Buildings to do construction work. A job marked Permitted, not signed off had a work permit issued but the city has no record of final sign-off (inspection/completion). Old jobs left in this state are common and appear in buyer and lender due diligence; the work may or may not have been done.

StatusJob #TypeFiledEst. cost
Permitted, not signed off
PERMIT ISSUED - ENTIRE JOB/WORK · 2015-03-25
340192534
BIS
A3 – Minor alteration (one type of work)2014-10-01—
Not open
APPLICATION PROCESSED - ENTIRE · 2014-11-17
340207886
BIS
A3 – Minor alteration (one type of work)2014-11-17—
Not open
SIGNED OFF · 2016-12-02
320912991
BIS
A1 – Major alteration (changes use, egress or occupancy)2014-09-29$370,000

Source: DOB NOW: Build – Job Application Filings — dataset updated 2026-10-30, fetched 2026-10-31; DOB Job Application Filings (BIS) — dataset updated 2026-10-30, fetched 2026-10-31

Work permits 5

Individual permits issued under DOB jobs (one job can have several permits, e.g. plumbing and construction). Permit expiration alone does not mean the job was completed or signed off.

IssuedExpiresJob #WorkPermit status
2016-05-112017-04-30320912991
BIS
AlterationISSUED (renewal)
2016-05-112017-05-11320912991
BIS
Construction equipment (scaffold, fence, shed) / Construction equipmentISSUED (renewal)
2016-01-062017-01-05320912991
BIS
Plumbing / PlumbingISSUED (initial)
2015-06-242016-06-23320912991
BIS
Construction equipment (scaffold, fence, shed) / Construction equipmentISSUED (initial)
2015-06-242016-04-30320912991
BIS
AlterationISSUED (initial)

Source: DOB NOW: Build – Approved Permits — dataset updated 2026-10-30, fetched 2026-10-31; DOB Permit Issuance (BIS) — dataset updated 2026-10-31, fetched 2026-10-31

DOB violations 0 active of 0

Violations issued by the Department of Buildings for building-code or zoning conditions. Active means DOB has not recorded the violation as resolved or dismissed. Many active DOB violations are old (e.g. elevator or boiler inspection paperwork).

No records found in this dataset for this lot.

Source: DOB Violations — dataset updated 2026-10-31, fetched 2026-10-31

ECB violations (DOB) 0 active of 2

DOB violations that go to a hearing at OATH (formerly the Environmental Control Board) and can carry fines. Active means the condition has not been certified as corrected and/or the case is not resolved. A balance due is a fine the city says is unpaid.

StatusIssuedSeverityWhat it was forPenalty / paid / balanceECB #
Resolved
CURED/IN-VIO · CURE ACCEPTED
2015-09-02CLASS - 2SEC. 3301.2 FAILURE TO PROVIDE 3FOOT 6INCH GUARDRAIL OR EQUIVALENT AROUND ALL FLOOR & PERIMETER OPERATING. OBSERVED MISSING GUARDRAIL AROUND STAIR & FLOOR OPENING AT THE 1ST & 2ND FL LEVELS. REMEDY: INSTALL$0 / $0 / $035139622Z
Resolved
IN VIOLATION · CERTIFICATE ACCEPTED
2015-09-02CLASS - 1SEC. 1704.1.1 FAILURE TO FILE A SPECIAL INSPECTION STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITY PRIOR TO PERMIT ISSUANCE & PRIOR TO THE START OF WORK UNDER SPECIAL INSPECTION REQUIREMENT. AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION CONSTRUCTION$1,600 / $1,600 / $035139621R

Source: DOB ECB Violations — dataset updated 2026-10-31, fetched 2026-10-31

OATH tickets (all agencies) 6 unpaid of 15

Summonses heard at the Office of Administrative Trials and Hearings, from agencies like Sanitation, Buildings, Fire and Health, linked to this lot’s address. Default means the respondent did not appear at the hearing, which typically results in the maximum penalty. Tickets may be issued to tenants or businesses at the address, not just the owner. DOB ECB tickets appear here too.

StatusDateAgencyChargeRespondentImposed / paid / balanceTicket #
Unpaid balance Default
DOCKETED · DEFAULTED
2025-09-09Sanitation OthersIMPROPER RECEPTACLE FAILURE TO CONTAINERIZE - RESIDENTIAL 1STMERAL CORNELIA LLC$300 / $0 / $300049330885Y
Unpaid balance Default
DOCKETED · DEFAULTED
2025-07-29Dos - Enforcement AgentsIMPROPER RECEPTACLE FAILURE TO CONTAINERIZE - RESIDENTIAL 1STMERAL CORNELIA LLC$300 / $0 / $300049270069Y
Unpaid balance Default
DOCKETED · DEFAULTED
2025-06-03Sanitation OthersIMPROPER RECEPTACLE FAILURE TO CONTAINERIZE - RESIDENTIAL 1STMERAL CORNELIA LLC$300 / $0 / $300049204275J
Unpaid balance Default
DOCKETED · DEFAULTED
2025-01-21Sanitation OthersSNOW,ICE DIRT ON SIDEWALKSMERAL CORNELIA LLC$350 / $0 / $350048889493X
Unpaid balance Default
DOCKETED · DEFAULTED
2024-08-12Dos - Enforcement AgentsSTORAGE OF RECEPTACLES PLACED OUT PRIOR TO 8PM WITHOUT A RECEPTACLEMERAL CORNELIA LLC$300 / $0 / $300048585349Z
Unpaid balance Default
DOCKETED · DEFAULTED
2024-07-26Sanitation OthersSTORAGE OF RECEPTACLES PLACED OUT PRIOR TO 8PM WITHOUT A RECEPTACLEMERAL CORNELIA LLC$300 / $0 / $300048518725N
No balance due
PAID IN FULL
2020-02-24Sanitation OthersSTORAGE OF RECEPTACLESMERAL CORNELIA LLC$100 / $100 / $00209841877
Hearing pending
NEW ISSUANCE
2019-10-03Sanitation OthersFAILURE TO PROPERLY PUT RECYCS OUT FOR COLLECTION 1TO8DWELLING UNITSMERAL CORNELIA LLC$25 / $0 / $250208868660
No balance due
PAID IN FULL · IN VIOLATION
2015-09-02Dept. Of BuildingsMISCELLANEOUS VIOLATIONSSTEPHAN TCHORBAJIAN$1,600 / $1,600 / —035139621R
No balance due
HEARING COMPLETED · IN VIOLATION
2015-09-02Dept. Of BuildingsMISCELLANEOUS VIOLATIONSCHS CONTRACTING LLC— / — / —035139622Z
No balance due
PAID IN FULL
2015-08-12Dept Of TransportationCONSTRUCTION MATERIALS EQUIPMENT STORED ON STREET W 0 PERMITCHS CONTRACTING LLC$750 / $750 / —0700114773
No balance due
PAID IN FULL
2015-03-06SNOW,ICE DIRT ON SIDEWALKSMERAL CORNELIA LLC$100 / $100 / —0186216993

Showing 12 of 15 records. See the source dataset for the full list.

Source: OATH Hearings Division Case Status — dataset updated 2026-10-31, fetched 2026-10-31

HPD registration & contacts

Owners of most rental buildings must register with the Department of Housing Preservation and Development each year and list an owner and managing agent.

HPD building ID
226320
Last registered
2026-08-26
Registration valid until
2027-09-01 CurrentRegistrations must be renewed every year.
RoleNameCompanyBusiness city
CorporateownerMERAL CORNELIA LLCBrooklyn, Ny
AgentStephan TchorbajianEMERSON PROPERTY MANAGEMENT LLCBrooklyn, Ny
HeadofficerStephan TchorbajianBrooklyn, Ny
OfficerAllan LebovitsBrooklyn, Ny
ShareholderAllan LebovitsBrooklyn, Ny
ShareholderStephan TchorbajianBrooklyn, Ny
SitemanagerStephan Tchorbajian

Source: HPD Multiple Dwelling Registrations — dataset updated 2026-10-28, fetched 2026-10-31; HPD Registration Contacts — dataset updated 2026-10-28, fetched 2026-10-31

HPD housing-code violations 17 open of 31

Violations HPD inspectors issued for conditions in residential buildings (heat, leaks, mold, pests, lead paint, etc.). Class letters show how serious: Class A – non-hazardous (HPD gives 90 days to correct); Class B – hazardous (30 days to correct); Class C – immediately hazardous (24 hours to correct for most conditions); Class I – information / order (e.g. orders to register, lead or other administrative orders). Open means HPD has not recorded the condition as corrected.

StatusClassIssuedAptCondition
Open
Nov Sent Out · 2026-05-04
A2026-05-04(A) § HMC: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.
Open
Nov Sent Out · 2026-02-09
C2026-02-091R§ 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE DUAL HEATING/COOLING UNIT AT NORTH WALL IN THE 1st ROOM FROM NORTH LOCATED AT APT 1R, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST
Open
Nov Sent Out · 2026-02-09
C2026-02-091R§ 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE DUAL HEATING/COOLING UNIT AT NORTH WALL IN THE 1st ROOM FROM NORTH LOCATED AT APT 1R LOWER LEVEL, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST
Open
Nov Sent Out · 2026-02-09
C2026-02-091R§ 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE DUAL HEATING/COOLING UNIT AT SOUTH WALL IN THE 2nd ROOM FROM NORTH LOCATED AT APT 1R LOWER LEVEL, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST
Open
Nov Sent Out · 2026-02-09
C2026-02-091R§ 27-2005, 27-2007, 27-2041.1 HMC, §238, § 309; § 107 (2) ( C) MDL AND 28 RCNY §25-171: REPLACE OR REPAIR THE SELF-CLOSING DOORS THAT IS MISSING OR DEFECTIVE HINGES IN THE ENTRANCE LOCATED AT APT 1R, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST
Open
Nov Sent Out · 2026-02-09
C2026-02-091R§ 27-2005, 27-2007, 27-2041.1 HMC, §238, § 309; § 107 (2) ( C) MDL AND 28 RCNY §25-171: REPLACE OR REPAIR THE SELF-CLOSING DOORS THAT IS MISSING OR DEFECTIVE HINGES AT DOOR LEADING TO REAR YARD IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 1R, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NO
Open
Nov Sent Out · 2026-02-09
B2026-02-091R§ 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE INTERCOMMUNICATION SYSYEM FROM BUILDING FRONT TO WEST WALL IN THE FOYER LOCATED AT APT 1R, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST
Open
Nov Sent Out · 2026-02-09
C2026-02-091R§ 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE DUAL HEATING/COOLING UNIT IN THE 2nd ROOM FROM NORTH AT WEST LOCATED AT APT 1R, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST
Open
Nov Sent Out · 2026-02-02
C2026-02-021R§ 27-2029 ADM CODE PROVIDE AN ADEQUATE SUPPLY OF HEAT FOR THE APARTMENT IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 1R, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST
Open
Nov Sent Out · 2025-06-09
A2025-06-09(A) § HMC: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.
Open
First No Access To Re- Inspect Violation · 2017-08-31
B2011-09-151§ 27-2005 ADMIN. CODE: REPLACE WITH NEW THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE BASE CABINET UNIT AT SINK IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 1, 1st STORY
Open
First No Access To Re- Inspect Violation · 2017-08-31
B2011-09-151§ 27-2005 ADMIN. CODE: REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN UNIFORM COLOR AT CEILING IN THE FOYER LOCATED AT APT 1, 1st STORY
Open
First No Access To Re- Inspect Violation · 2017-08-31
B2011-05-261§ 27-2005 ADMIN. CODE: REPLACE WITH NEW THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE BASE CABINET AT SINK IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 1, 1st STORY
Open
First No Access To Re- Inspect Violation · 2017-08-31
B2011-05-261§ 27-2073 ADM CODE - PROVIDE AN ADEQUATE SUPPLY OF GAS TO THE FIXTURES GAS RANGE IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 1, 1st STORY
Open
First No Access To Re- Inspect Violation · 2017-08-31
B2011-04-261§ 27-2005 ADMIN. CODE: REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN UNIFORM COLOR CEILING IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 1, 1st STORY
Open
First No Access To Re- Inspect Violation · 2017-08-31
B2011-04-261§ 27-2005 ADM CODE & 309 M/D LAW ABATE THE NUISANCE CONSISTING OF NO ELECTRICAL SUPPLY IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 1, 1st STORY
Open
First No Access To Re- Inspect Violation · 2017-08-31
A2011-04-261§ 27-2005 ADMIN. CODE: REPLACE WITH NEW THE MISSING DRAW FRONT BASE CABINET IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 1, 1st STORY
Closed
Violation Dismissed · 2026-08-27
I2025-11-20§27-2107 ADM CODE OWNER FAILED TO FILE A VALID REGISTRATION STATEMENT WITH THE DEPARTMENT AS REQUIRED BY ADM CODE §27-2097 AND IS THEREFORE SUBJECT TO CIVIL PENALTIES, PROHIBITED FROM CERTIFYING VIOLATIONS, AND DENIED THE RIGHT TO RECOVER POSSESSION OF PREMISE
Closed
Violation Dismissed · 2024-09-18
A2024-04-09(A) § HMC: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.
Closed
Violation Dismissed · 2024-08-15
I2023-11-22§27-2107 ADM CODE OWNER FAILED TO FILE A VALID REGISTRATION STATEMENT WITH THE DEPARTMENT AS REQUIRED BY ADM CODE §27-2097 AND IS THEREFORE SUBJECT TO CIVIL PENALTIES, PROHIBITED FROM CERTIFYING VIOLATIONS, AND DENIED THE RIGHT TO RECOVER POSSESSION OF PREMISE

Showing 20 of 31 records — open violations are listed first; the JSON API lists every open one. See the source dataset for the full list.

Source: HPD Housing Maintenance Code Violations — dataset updated 2026-10-31, fetched 2026-10-31

HPD complaints 19

Complaints tenants or others made to HPD (usually via 311) about housing conditions, from 2019 onward. A complaint is not a violation; HPD may inspect and issue one.

ReceivedStatusAptProblem(s)Outcome
2026-01-27CLOSE1RHeat/Hot Water – Apartment OnlyHPD inspected this condition so the complaint has been closed. Violations were issued. The law provides the property owner time to correct the condition(s). Violation descriptions and the dates for t
2026-01-21CLOSE1RHeat/Hot Water – Apartment OnlyThe Department of Housing Preservation and Development was not able to gain access to your apartment or others in the building to inspect for a lack of heat or hot water. The complaint has been closed
2021-02-22CLOSE1FHeat/Hot Water – Apartment OnlyMore than one complaint was received for this building-wide condition. This complaint status is for the initial complaint.The Department of Housing Preservation and Development contacted an occupant o
2021-02-19CLOSE1FHeat/Hot Water – Apartment OnlyThe Department of Housing Preservation and Development was not able to gain access to your apartment or others in the building to inspect for a lack of heat or hot water. The complaint has been closed
2021-02-14CLOSE1FHeat/Hot Water – Apartment OnlyThe Department of Housing Preservation and Development was not able to gain access to your apartment or others in the building to inspect for a lack of heat or hot water. The complaint has been closed
2013-10-25CLOSE1Heating – Heat RelatedThe Department of Housing Preservation and Development responded to a complaint of no heat or hot water and was advised by a tenant in the building that heat and hot water had been restored. If the co
2012-01-11CLOSE1FLHeating – Heat RelatedThe Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. Violations were issued. Information about specific violations is available at www.nyc.gov/hpd
2011-10-04CLOSE1FLPaint/Plaster – Ceiling
Plumbing – Water-Leaks
Plumbing – Basin/Sink
The Department of Housing Preservation and Development was not able to gain access to inspect the following conditions. The complaint has been closed. If the condition still exists, please file a new
2011-09-09CLOSE1Paint/Plaster – Ceiling
General – Cabinet
Appliance – Refrigerator
The Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. No violations were issued. The complaint has been closed.
2011-05-26CLOSE1Electric – Electric-Supply
Electric – Lighting
The Department of Housing Preservation and Development was not able to gain access to inspect the following conditions. The complaint has been closed. If the condition still exists, please file a new

Showing 10 of 19 records. See the source dataset for the full list.

Source: HPD Housing Maintenance Code Complaints and Problems — dataset updated 2026-10-31, fetched 2026-10-31

311 requests (last 12 months) 2

Recent 311 service requests the city geocoded to this lot: noise, illegal parking, heat, sanitation and more. Anyone can file them, so they describe activity at or near the address, not necessarily the building itself.

OpenedAgencyComplaintStatusClosed
2026-01-27HPDHEAT/HOT WATER – APARTMENT ONLYClosed2026-02-01
2026-01-21HPDHEAT/HOT WATER – APARTMENT ONLYClosed2026-01-24

Source: 311 Service Requests from 2020 to Present — dataset updated 2026-10-31, fetched 2026-10-31

Nearby properties

On Cornelia St

Same tax block (3386)

All properties on Cornelia St · All of 11237 (Bushwick)

Data as of October 31, 2026 (cached NYC Open Data; each section shows its own dataset date). Machine-readable: /api/property/3033860024.json