524 Van Nest Avenue
Bronx, NY 10460BBL 2-04022-0001Map
Owner of record: Kingsley Construction Group INC
524 Van Nest Avenue is a mixed residential and retail building built in 1920 in Bronx, 10460. It has 2 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is Kingsley Construction Group INC. HPD has recorded 10 housing violations here, most recently on September 24, 2026. 8 of the 10 most recent violations are still open.
- HPD violations
- 10
- DOB violations
- 16
- ECB violations
- 17
- HPD complaints
- 48
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 · 10
- 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.
Sep 24, 2026
Open — Info nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Provide a safe and adequate supply of electric service to the fixtures at ceiling at public hall
Sep 22, 2026
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 sq ft at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Mar 18, 2025 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Mar 18, 2025 · Apt 1
Open — Nov certified late - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing device in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Mar 18, 2025 · Apt 2
Open — Nov certified late - ANon-hazardous
§ 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 for the discontinue of a gas range stove - electric range stove installed in the kitchen located at apt 2, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Mar 18, 2025 · Apt 2
Open — Nov certified late - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 sq ft at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south original violation 17776421 issued 18-mar-25 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code §27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).
Mar 18, 2025 · Apt 1
Open — Defect letter issued - CImmediately hazardous
Provide a seal up of all accessible openings on vacant building
Mar 18, 2016
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of no electric supply in the entire apartment located at apt 3fl, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jan 26, 2012 · Apt 3FL
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures ... in the kitchen located at apt 2, 2nd story
Mar 16, 2004 · Apt 2
Open — Not complied with
DOB building violations · 16
- Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Dec 22, 2021
Dob violation - active - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Nov 24, 2021
Dob violation - active - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Sep 15, 2021
Dob violation - active - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Jul 21, 2021
Dob violation - active - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
May 26, 2021
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Apr 28, 2021
Dob violation - active - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Mar 31, 2021
Dob violation - active - Immediate emergency anythingoptional
Erect approximately 25 linear feet of sidewalk shed at exposure #1 (van nest avenue) and return approximately 65 linear feet at exposure #4 (van buren street), also full removal of the loose awning at front of building to safeguard the public and property
Feb 9, 2021
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Jan 6, 2021
Dob violation - active - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Sep 2, 2020
Dob violation - active
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- Immediate emergency anythingoptional
Seal and tac weld hatch door at expoure #4( van burren street) to safeguard public
May 12, 2020
Dob violation - dismissed - Immediate emergency anythingoptional
Erect approximately 20 linear feet of construction fence around perimeter of defective sidewalk hatch door at exposure #4 ( van burren street ) to safeguard public
Apr 29, 2020
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Jun 29, 2016
Dob violation - active - Immediate emergency anythingoptional
Vacated 4/5/2016
Apr 7, 2016
Dob violation - dismissed - Unsafe buildings none
Ub-unsafe buildings none
Apr 4, 2016
Dob violation - active - Unsafe buildings none
Ub-unsafe buildings none
May 27, 1994
Dob violation - dismissed
ECB violations · 17
- Class - 1
Work without permit / full interior demolition, not proper shoring excessive debris on site., obtain permit; obtain permit. clean property make it safe
Mar 16, 2022 · Penalty $2,500
Active - Class - 1
Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner. i observed at exp#4(van buren side). the vinyl siding in disrepair exposing interior elements,siding is fallen,missing,broken. remedy: repair,replace,comply w/
Nov 23, 2021 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain bldg walls or appurtenances. noted: at time of my inspection,i observed at exp#4 at the 3rd fl level. i observed 3 1/4 of 16 vinly siding is missing & in danger of falling below also missing
Oct 1, 2021 · Penalty $6,250
Active - Class - 1
Failure to maintain bldg walls on appurtenances.noted:vinyl siding missing&in danger of falling below.comply w/code
Aug 27, 2021 · Penalty $2,500
Active - Class - 1
Failure to maintain building walls or appurtenances.note at exp4 the vinyl siding has fallen away leaving large section of plywood exposed to the elements.other areas of siding appear loose.the sidewalk shed do
Jun 15, 2021 · Penalty $25,000
Active - Class - 1
Failure to maintain building walls or appurtenances.note at exp4 vinylsiding on facade is missing or loose.exposed plywood.the sidewalk sheddoesn't extend for enough to protect the public sidewalk.remedy:repair
Apr 28, 2021 · Penalty $2,500
Active - Class - 2
Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#35507258h issued on 02/07/21 & to file a cert of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. for b102: failure to maintain bldg in code-complian
Apr 2, 2021 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to obtain a temporary construction permit prior to instalation/use of temporary construction equipment. noted: during a hazardous reinspection reguarding a failure to maintain,i observed a sidewalk shed
Apr 2, 2021 · Penalty $1,280
Active - Class - 1
Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner. note at exp#4 vinylsiding & facade in disrepair. pieces have fallen & are missing. remedyrepair &/or replace.
Mar 3, 2021 · Penalty $1,250
Active - Class - 1
Failure to maintain building in a code compliant manner. noted;partially detached awning dba "d payamps fruits&vegetables" approx 20' at corner. said signage is hanging&partially dislodged. remedy:repair and/or
Feb 7, 2021 · Penalty $1,250
Active
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- Class - 1
Failure to maintain bldg wall(s) of appurtenances noted:bldg facade instate of disrepair at least exp missing approx 50% vinyl siding at 2nd& 3rd fl levels & also observed front awning for business sign reading
Dec 31, 2020 · Penalty $6,250
Active - Class - 1
Failure to maintain building wall(s) or appurtenances.noted:at east exp. facade in disrepair with missing and loose sections of vinyl sidingand also front awning for business sign reading "ds payamps" is out of
Oct 7, 2020 · Penalty $6,250
Active - Class - 1
Failure to maintain. defect is: missing. loose sections of vinyl siding at east exposure, and rusted defective, sagging sidewalk hatch at east exposure. front sign awning is out of plumb., maintain exterior bui
Apr 28, 2020 · Penalty $2,500
Active - Class - 2
Failure to comply with commissioners order to certify correction for violation 35180221m., file a certificate of correction
Apr 23, 2020
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner. noted: at 3rd sty evidence of fire damage of roof wood joist & roof is open. all 3rd sty windows are broken or missing allowing weather elements to enter struc
Apr 5, 2016 · Penalty $5,000
Active - Non-hazardous
Work w/o a permit.work noted:constructed a sheetrock partition at front of second story subdividing second story & creating an additional rmremedy:restore second story to prior legal condition
May 30, 2006 · Penalty $2,500
Active - Non-hazardous
Work without a permit work noted. constructed a structure approx.20'x 50'x10'high above existing two car garage. remedy:if feasible file plans and obtain approval and permit. or remove and discontinue illega
Oct 6, 1992 · Penalty $1,000
Resolve
Complaints
- Appliance
Electric/gas range
Jun 19, 2026 · Apt 1
Close - Safety
Smoke detector
Jun 19, 2026 · Apt 1
Close - Electric
No lighting
Jun 19, 2026 · Apt 1
Close - Electric
No lighting
Dec 3, 2025 · Apt 1
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Feb 3, 2025 · Apt 1
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 24, 2012 · Apt 3FL
Close - Electric
Electric-supply
Jan 24, 2012 · Apt 3FL
Close - Heating
Heat related
Nov 22, 2005 · Apt 3
Close - Heating
Heat related
Nov 21, 2005 · Apt 3
Close - Heating
Heat related
Oct 28, 2005 · Apt 3
Close
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- Heating
Heat related
Oct 27, 2005 · Apt 3
Close - Heating
Heat related
Oct 25, 2005 · Apt 3
Close - Electric
Bell-buzzer/intercom
Oct 24, 2005 · Apt 3
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Oct 24, 2005 · Apt 3
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Oct 24, 2005 · Apt 3
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Oct 24, 2005 · Apt 3
Close - General
Mold
Oct 24, 2005 · Apt 3
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Oct 24, 2005 · Apt 3
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Oct 24, 2005 · Apt 3
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Oct 24, 2005 · Apt 3
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Oct 24, 2005 · Apt 3
Close - Appliance
Refrigerator
Oct 24, 2005 · Apt 3
Close - Heating
Heat related
Oct 24, 2005 · Apt 3
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Oct 11, 2005 · Apt 3
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Oct 11, 2005 · Apt 3
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Oct 11, 2005 · Apt 3
Close - Appliance
Refrigerator
Oct 11, 2005 · Apt 3
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Oct 11, 2005 · Apt 3
Close - Electric
Lighting
Oct 11, 2005 · Apt 3
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Oct 11, 2005 · Apt 3
Close - Electric
Lighting
Sep 28, 2005 · Apt 3
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Sep 28, 2005 · Apt 3
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Sep 28, 2005 · Apt 3
Close - Appliance
Refrigerator
Sep 28, 2005 · Apt 3
Close - Electric
Bell-buzzer/intercom
Jun 19, 2005 · Apt 3
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jun 19, 2005 · Apt 3
Close - Heating
Heat related
Apr 14, 2005 · Apt 3
Close - Heating
Heat related
Mar 24, 2005 · Apt 3
Close - Heating
Heat related
Mar 13, 2005 · Apt 3
Close - Electric
Bell-buzzer/intercom
Mar 13, 2005 · Apt 3
Close - Heating
Heat related
Mar 12, 2005 · Apt 3
Close - Heating
Heat related
Mar 12, 2005 · Apt 3
Close - Heating
Heat related
Mar 2, 2005 · Apt 3
Close - Heating
Heat related
Feb 22, 2005 · Apt 3
Close - Heating
Heat related
Feb 18, 2005 · Apt 3
Close - Heating
Heat related
Feb 1, 2005 · Apt 3
Close - Electric
Wiring
Apr 13, 2004 · Apt 2FL
Close - General
Cooking gas
Feb 15, 2004 · Apt 2
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Mixed residential and retail building (S2)
- Year built
- 1920
- Floors
- 3
- Residential units
- 2
- Building area
- 3,500 ft²
- Lot area
- 1,627 ft²
- Zoning
- R5
- Community board
- 211
- Council district
- 13
- Block / lot
- 4022 / 1
- Assessed value
- $61,380
- Landmark / historic district
- No
Questions about 524 Van Nest Avenue
Who owns 524 Van Nest Avenue?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Kingsley Construction Group INC.
Does 524 Van Nest Avenue have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 10 housing violations at this property.
Is 524 Van Nest Avenue 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 524 Van Nest Avenue built?
City records list 1920 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 524 Van Nest Avenue?
It has 2 residential units and 3 units in total.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.