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5520 5 Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11220BBL 3-00831-0045Map

Owner of record: 5520 5th Avenue Realty

5520 5 Avenue is a mixed residential and retail building built in 1931 in Brooklyn, 11220. It has 2 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is 5520 5th Avenue Realty. HPD has recorded 5 housing violations here, most recently on November 21, 2019. 3 of the 5 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
5
DOB violations
6
ECB violations
9
HPD complaints
2

What to know

Concern
2 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation Nov 21, 2019

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

No rent-stabilized units in 2018–2024 tax bills

Some apartments can still be regulated. Use the rent-stabilized checker or request the rent history from HCR.

Violations

Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.

HPD housing violations · 5

  • 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, 2019

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 3fl, 3rd story

    Nov 20, 2019 · Apt 3FL

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    § 27-2028, 2032 admin.code: provide an adequate supply of heat from an approved central heating system or an approved system of gas or electrical heating in good operating condition for the dwelling unit in the entire apartment located at apt 3fl, 3rd story

    Nov 20, 2019 · Apt 3FL

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures range in the kitchen located at apt 3fl, 3rd story

    Nov 20, 2019 · Apt 3FL

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Remove the illegal fastening double cylinder key operated lock installed at building entrance door

    Nov 20, 2019

    Open — Nov certified late

DOB building violations · 6

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2022 external low pressure inspection

    Apr 25, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Sep 24, 2019

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Dec 21, 2017

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Jul 19, 1991

    Vpw*-violation unserved ecb-work without permit-dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Jul 19, 1991

    Vpw*-violation unserved ecb-work without permit-dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Nov 16, 1990

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 9

  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain buidling in code compliant manner premises under alt 2 job #301864230 loc folder at time of inspection found:(1)at 2dn & 3rd level in mechanical above gas fired indicated found open/exposed

    Sep 24, 2019 · Penalty $312

    Resolve
  • Class - 3

    Work w/out permit. noted: store awning measuring 20x4x4 reading "authentic mexican cuisine" installed w/out a permit. awning constructed of 1 inch metal frame,attached to bldg facade. rem: obtain permit or rest

    Jul 19, 2018 · Penalty $250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Unapproved, unsafe, unsuitable electrical equipment apparatus, materials, devices, appliances or wiring in use. unapproved fixtures installed under canopy. indoor fluorescent used outdoors in damp and wet locat

    Apr 23, 2018 · Penalty $400

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Electrical work without permit. illuminated electric sign has been installed prior to obtaining permit and inspection and tagging as per 600.3c and connection of same. rem: comply with ec code/obtain permit.

    Apr 23, 2018 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply with commissioners order contained in summons/viola tion #35312945j issued on 4/23/18 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28.201.1 and 1 rcny 102-01(d)(2).an acceptable certif

    Feb 14, 2018 · Penalty $625

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work without a permit. work noted. 8 floor joists originally cut in cellar where repaired & berring wall removed in cellar previous violations vio #111690c71p & vio #111690c7p3 required permit & plans be taken

    Jul 19, 1991

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure ot maintain deges is eight floor joists cut in cellar at with front section of premises bearing wall removed at front of premises northeast section loose wiring banging throughout celar remedy provide

    Nov 16, 1990 · Penalty $230

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to maintain defect is fire stopping throughout entire cellar missing at various locations rear fire escape is deteriorated throughout remedy make all necessary repairs to and maintain to the satisfactio

    Nov 16, 1990 · Penalty $230

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Rear exit first floor rear exit totally obstructed steel grated installed over hook ladder to roof extention remedy remove obstruction forthwith

    Nov 16, 1990 · Penalty $115

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 19, 2019 · Apt 3FL

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 9, 2019 · Apt 3FLOOR

    Close

Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

Sales come from the NYC Department of Finance rolling sales file.

Building details

Building type
Mixed residential and retail building (S2)
Year built
1931
Floors
3
Residential units
2
Building area
4,202 ft²
Lot area
2,067 ft²
Zoning
C4-3A
Community board
307
Council district
38
Block / lot
831 / 45
Assessed value
$137,040
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #820614, last renewed Jul 14, 2025.

Questions about 5520 5 Avenue

Who owns 5520 5 Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 5520 5th Avenue Realty.

Does 5520 5 Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 5 housing violations at this property.

Is 5520 5 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 5520 5 Avenue built?

City records list 1931 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 5520 5 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.