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
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 · 48
- ANon-hazardous
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 - 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.
Nov 19, 2025
Open — Info nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
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 - ANon-hazardous
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 - 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.
Nov 21, 2023
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - CImmediately hazardous
Remove device preventing door from being self-closing .... at public hall, 1st story
Aug 22, 2023
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
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 - ANon-hazardous
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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- ANon-hazardous
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 - ANon-hazardous
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 - ANon-hazardous
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 - ANon-hazardous
§ 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 - ANon-hazardous
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 - CImmediately hazardous
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 - ANon-hazardous
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 - 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.
Nov 10, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - 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.
Feb 18, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
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 - ANon-hazardous
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 - 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.
Apr 5, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed - 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.
Oct 28, 2019
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
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 - ANon-hazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
Remove all encumbrances consisting of garbege and carts at public hall, 1st story
Jun 14, 2018
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - ANon-hazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - 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 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 - 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.
Nov 15, 2017
Closed — Violation dismissed - 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.
Nov 1, 2016
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly secure the loose ...metal handrail at steps leading to bulding entrance , 1st story
Feb 5, 2016
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
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 - 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.
Oct 6, 2015
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
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 - CImmediately hazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of mattress stored cellar front.
Nov 25, 1992
Open — Nov certified late - ANon-hazardous
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
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.