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5905 4 Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11220BBL 3-00863-0009Map

Owner of record: Mei Pin Chen, As Trustee Of The

5905 4 Avenue is a mixed residential and retail building built in 1931 in Brooklyn, 11220. It has 6 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is Mei Pin Chen, As Trustee Of The. HPD has recorded 22 housing violations here, most recently on April 30, 2026. 13 of the 22 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
22
DOB violations
10
ECB violations
2
HPD complaints
22

What to know

Concern
1 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 · 22

  • 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

    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.

    Jun 5, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective building front entrance door

    Jun 4, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box at public hall, 1st story

    Jun 4, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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.

    Jun 4, 2025

    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

    Jun 4, 2025

    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 at public hall, 1st story

    Jun 4, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of plywood board at intermediate staircase at public hall, 1st story

    Jun 4, 2025

    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

    Jun 4, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
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  • 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 27, 2024

    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 3, 2024

    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 21, 2023

    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.

    Mar 17, 2023

    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 10, 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

    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 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 12, 2018

    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 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.

    Oct 6, 2015

    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 5, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective plaster board ceiling cellar thru out

    Dec 16, 1991

    Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 10

  • 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 19, 2007

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 6, 2006

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 31, 2005

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 13, 2004

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    May 4, 1998

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Sep 16, 1997

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 10, 1997

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Aug 16, 1993

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Aug 16, 1993

    Dob violation - active

ECB violations · 2

  • Hazardous

    35,3a,49,3b. 3a-flue pipe corroded. 3b-flue pipe fumes. 35-boiler burner mount not sealed. 49-safety valve discharge piping undersized,flue pipe cracked.

    Nov 16, 1998 · Penalty $1,000

    Active
  • Non-hazardous

    32a,44b,46b,49. 32a-wiring exposed. 44b-steam gauge dirty. 46b-tri-cocks defective. 49-spill damper broken. must install siphon on steam gauge. no cover on electrical controls.

    Nov 16, 1998

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jun 1, 2025 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jun 1, 2025 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jun 1, 2025 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jun 1, 2025 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jun 1, 2025 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Electric

    No lighting

    Jun 1, 2025 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Jun 1, 2025 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jun 1, 2025 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 21, 2024 · Apt 4R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jan 21, 2024 · Apt 4R

    Close
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  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Jan 21, 2024 · Apt 4R

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Jan 21, 2024 · Apt 4R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jan 21, 2024 · Apt 4R

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 13, 2024 · Apt 4R

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Jan 13, 2024 · Apt 4R

    Close
  • Electric

    No lighting

    Jan 28, 2021 · Apt 4L

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 28, 2021 · Apt 4L

    Close
  • Electric

    Power outage

    Jan 28, 2021 · Apt 4THFLO

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 28, 2021 · Apt 4THFLO

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 9, 2019 · Apt 5L

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 28, 2016 · Apt 4L

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 18, 2014 · Apt 2L

    Close

Sales history

DatePriceTypeUnits
Jan 28, 2026Non-market transferRentals - 4-10 unit8

Building details

Building type
Mixed residential and retail building (S9)
Year built
1931
Floors
4
Residential units
6
Building area
6,344 ft²
Lot area
2,080 ft²
Zoning
R7A
Community board
307
Council district
38
Block / lot
863 / 9
Assessed value
$426,600
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #334872, last renewed Oct 19, 2021.

Questions about 5905 4 Avenue

Who owns 5905 4 Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Mei Pin Chen, As Trustee Of The.

Does 5905 4 Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 22 housing violations at this property.

Is 5905 4 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 5905 4 Avenue built?

City records list 1931 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 5905 4 Avenue?

It has 6 residential units and 8 units in total.

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