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5516 6 Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11220BBL 3-00832-0044Map

Owner of record: Bao Qing Tang

5516 6 Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1931 in Brooklyn, 11220. It has 5 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is Bao Qing Tang. HPD has recorded 48 housing violations here, most recently on April 30, 2026. 33 of the 48 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
48
DOB violations
19
ECB violations
8
HPD complaints
22

What to know

Concern
2 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation Apr 30, 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

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 · 48

  • 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 30, 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 19, 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 5, 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 3, 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 21, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes consisting of household items at building front at fire escape, 2nd story

    Aug 22, 2023

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes consisting of households items front of building at fire escape, 3rd story

    Aug 22, 2023

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Remove device preventing door from being self-closing .... at public hall, 1st story

    Aug 22, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective at vestibule at public hall, 1st story

    Aug 22, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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.

    Aug 22, 2023

    Open — Nov sent out
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  • 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

    Aug 22, 2023

    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

    Aug 22, 2023

    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 at public hall, 1st story

    Aug 22, 2023

    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

    Aug 22, 2023

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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

    Aug 22, 2023

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 missing at public hall, 1st story

    Aug 22, 2023

    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.

    Mar 20, 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 10, 2022

    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.

    Feb 18, 2022

    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.

    Feb 18, 2022

    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.

    Apr 5, 2021

    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.

    Apr 5, 2021

    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.

    Oct 28, 2019

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

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

    Jun 14, 2018 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the nuisance consisting of mold ... at ceiling aprx 5 sq ft in the kitchen located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jun 14, 2018 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jun 14, 2018 · Apt 1

    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 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jun 14, 2018 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of garbege and carts at public hall, 1st story

    Jun 14, 2018

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the 4th room from east at north located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jun 14, 2018 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

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

    Jun 14, 2018 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling and west wall in the 2nd room from east located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jun 14, 2018 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective vinyl floor that cause trip hazard in the 2nd room from east located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jun 14, 2018 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Arrange and make self-closing the doors at entrance in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jun 14, 2018 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jun 14, 2018 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jun 14, 2018 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from at least 1 window or provide approved type gate , in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jun 14, 2018 · Apt 1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 the drop ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jun 14, 2018 · Apt 1

    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 15, 2017

    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 1, 2016

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly secure the loose ...metal handrail at steps leading to bulding entrance , 1st story

    Feb 5, 2016

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective 4 limesstone treads and landing ...from sidewalk to building entrance , 1st story

    Feb 5, 2016

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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.

    Oct 6, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Provide adequate lighting at or near the outside of the front entranceway of the building and keep same burning from sunset every day to sunrise on the day following a minimum of 100 watts of incandescent light required. (light fixture present)

    Sep 14, 2015

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Remove the illegal fastening eye and hook capable of being padlocked at scuttle door at public hall, 3rd story

    Feb 24, 2015

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Provide adequate lighting at or near the outside of the front entranceway of the building and keep same burning from sunset every day to sunrise on the day following 100 watts minimum required , light fixture present

    Jun 23, 2014

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Provide adequate lighting at or near the outside of the front entranceway of the building and keep same burning from sunset every day to sunrise on the day following minimum 100 watts of incandesent light required (fixture present)

    Sep 25, 2013

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of mattress stored cellar front.

    Nov 25, 1992

    Open — Nov certified late
  • A

    Section 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 frame missing.

    Jul 5, 1979

    Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 19

  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Jan 28, 2011

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Lblvio-low pressure boiler boiler required

    Dec 31, 2009

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Lblvio-low pressure boiler boiler required

    Dec 31, 2009

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Lblvio-low pressure boiler boiler required

    Dec 31, 2009

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Lblvio-low pressure boiler boiler required

    Dec 31, 2009

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Lblvio-low pressure boiler boiler required

    Dec 31, 2009

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Lblvio-low pressure boiler boiler required

    Dec 31, 2009

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 1, 2009

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 1, 2009

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 1, 2009

    Dob violation - dismissed
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  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 1, 2009

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 1, 2009

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 1, 2009

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 19, 2007

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 19, 2007

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 19, 2007

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 19, 2007

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 19, 2007

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 19, 2007

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 8

  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/the comm's order to file a cofc w/the dob respondent failed to correct the violating conditions and file a cofc,pursuant to 28-204.2 for nov#34884508z.rem:file cofc.

    Mar 15, 2011

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/the comm's order to file a cofc w/the dob.respondent failed to correct the violating consitions & file a cofc,pursuant to 28-204.2 for nov#34833611r.rem:file cofc

    Jan 28, 2011 · Penalty $400

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/the commissioner's order to file a c/c w/the dob. noted: respondent failed to comply w/the commissioner's order to c/c for nov 34884508z. failure to maintain bldg in code-compliant manner.

    Jan 13, 2011

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Unlawful acts.failure to comply w/an order of the comm.noted:respondent failed to correct the conditions cited in prior#34884508z in that failure to maintain building in code compliant manner.exterior masonry s

    Jan 13, 2011 · Penalty $2,400

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to provide unobstructed exit passageway.front fire escape-poletapped from fire-escape railing to drop ladder.rem:immediately remove obstructions

    Nov 20, 2010 · Penalty $1,200

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain building in code-compliant manner. noted: masonry steps at bldg entry stairs are eroded "gouged out" & present a tripping hazard. remedy: repair or replace steps

    Oct 25, 2010 · Penalty $500

    Active
  • Hazardous

    Residence altered for occupancy as a dwelling for more than the legally approved # of families. note: the bldg dept computer records indica-te residence to be a 5 family. now the cellar is illegally altered and

    Sep 26, 2005 · Penalty $7,000

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Work without a permit. noted: erected partitions at cellar creating 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom with toilet,sink,shower, kitchen with gas stove. remedy: obtain a permit to remove partitions, plumbing, gas line.

    Sep 26, 2005 · Penalty $800

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    May 6, 2026 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    May 6, 2026 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    May 6, 2026 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Aug 21, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Jun 13, 2018 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jun 13, 2018 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Water leak

    Damp spot

    Jun 13, 2018 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 5, 2016 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Jan 5, 2016 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Feb 21, 2015 · Apt 2FL

    Close
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  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jan 19, 2015 · Apt 2L

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jan 19, 2015 · Apt 2L

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Jan 19, 2015 · Apt 2L

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 30, 2013 · Apt NA

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 14, 2011 · Apt 1FL

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 18, 2009 · Apt 2FL

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 18, 2009 · Apt 2FL

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 16, 2007 · Apt B

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 13, 2007 · Apt B

    Close
  • General

    Doors

    Nov 13, 2007 · Apt B

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Illegal

    Nov 15, 2004 · Apt BDLG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 15, 2004 · Apt BDLG

    Close

Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

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

Building details

Building type
Walk-up apartment building (C2)
Year built
1931
Floors
3
Residential units
5
Building area
3,213 ft²
Lot area
1,640 ft²
Zoning
R6A
Community board
307
Council district
38
Block / lot
832 / 44
Assessed value
$323,100
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #349863, last renewed Jul 5, 2024.

Questions about 5516 6 Avenue

Who owns 5516 6 Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Bao Qing Tang.

Does 5516 6 Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 48 housing violations at this property.

Is 5516 6 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 5516 6 Avenue built?

City records list 1931 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 5516 6 Avenue?

It has 5 residential units.

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