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272 5 Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11215BBL 3-00964-0038Map

Owner of record: Rose Gavenda Revocable Trust

272 5 Avenue is a mixed residential and retail building built in 1930 in Brooklyn, 11215. It has 6 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is Rose Gavenda Revocable Trust. HPD has recorded 57 housing violations here, most recently on April 30, 2026. 29 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
57
DOB violations
5
ECB violations
2
HPD complaints
3

What to know

Concern
10 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 · 57

  • 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

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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

    Jun 9, 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

    Jun 9, 2023

    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 9, 2023

    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 9, 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

    Jun 9, 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

    Jun 9, 2023

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

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

    Jun 9, 2023

    Open — Nov sent out
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  • C

    Install the missing or repair/replace the defective window guard(s) in accordance with the specifications of the new york city health code section 24 rcny chapter 12. wg to install = 3; wg to replace = 0; wg to repair = 0; in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jun 2, 2023 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective door from 1st story public hall to cellar at public hall, 1st story

    Jun 2, 2023

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective boiler room door hinges

    Jun 2, 2023

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of excessive storage of combustible material includng carboard boxes at cellar

    Jun 2, 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

    Jun 2, 2023

    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 missing at public hall, 1st story

    Jun 2, 2023

    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 2, 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

    Jun 2, 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

    Jun 2, 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 .. at public hall, 1st story

    Jun 2, 2023

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective entrance door to building at public hall, 1st story

    Jun 2, 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

    Jun 2, 2023

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of drop ladder facing downward onto ground at fire escape, building rear at fire escape

    Jun 2, 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 17, 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 9, 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
  • 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
  • C

    Correct failure to notify occupants and/or to investigate lead-based paint hazards.

    Aug 7, 2021

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Correct failure to provide to the department within 45 days of demand all records required to be maintained by owner pursuant to local law 1 of 2004 related to lead-based paint notices, inspections and remediation/abatement activities.

    Jun 15, 2021 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

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

    Jun 14, 2021 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... at ceiling (approx. 1 sq. ft.) in the bathroom located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north original violation 14390453 issued 14-jun-21 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code §27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).

    Jun 14, 2021 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Install the missing or repair/replace the defective window guard(s) in accordance with the specifications of the new york city health code section 24 rcny chapter 12. wg to install = 4; wg to replace = 0; wg to repair = 0; in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jun 14, 2021 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... at ceiling (approx. 1 sq. ft.) in the bathroom located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jun 14, 2021 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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
  • 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 1, 2016

    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
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective plaster board clg cellar front.

    Mar 31, 1988

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code replace with new the broken or defective mailboxes vestibule public hall.

    Mar 31, 1988

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code remove all encumbrances consisting of household items etc 1 & 4 stys pub halls.

    Mar 31, 1988

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective cement mortar ceiling center & rear cellar.

    Mar 31, 1988

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    D26-11.01, 11.03, 11.05 adm code remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the rear yard.

    Mar 31, 1988

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    D26-11.01, 11.03, 11.05 adm code cleanse and disinfect to the satisfaction of this department after removing the public hall all stys rubbish.

    Mar 31, 1988

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-11.01, 11.03, 11.05 adm code remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the boiler room cellar rear.

    Mar 31, 1988

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    D26-19.05 adm code provide adequate light of not less than 60 watts incandescent or equivalent illumination vestibule 1 sty night inspection.

    Mar 31, 1988

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code remove all encumbrances consisting of bicycles 3 sty public hall.

    Mar 31, 1988

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective plaster board ceiling boiler room cellar.

    Mar 31, 1988

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes rear all stys.

    Mar 31, 1988

    Open — Not complied with

DOB building violations · 5

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2018 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 20, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Immediate emergency anythingoptional

    Sws

    May 15, 2017

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2012 inspection report

    May 15, 2014

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Aug 29, 1995

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Unsafe buildings none

    Ub-unsafe buildings none

    Mar 10, 1994

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 2

  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply with the commissioner's order contained in summons/violation# 35244179h issued on 05/10/17 and to file a certificate of c rrection pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01.comply with commission

    Jun 20, 2017

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain in a code compliant manner.approx.4'linear foot of 1"x3" wood trim is missing at the bottom of the cornice at roof level on the east exterior wall creating a potential for injury.rem:provide

    May 10, 2017

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Safety

    Window guard broken/missing

    Jun 10, 2021 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Jun 10, 2021 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Mar 4, 2007 · Apt BLDG

    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 (S9)
Year built
1930
Floors
4
Residential units
6
Building area
6,820 ft²
Lot area
2,750 ft²
Zoning
R6A
Community board
306
Council district
39
Block / lot
964 / 38
Assessed value
$1,395,900
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #348074, last renewed Jan 9, 2026.

Questions about 272 5 Avenue

Who owns 272 5 Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Rose Gavenda Revocable Trust.

Does 272 5 Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 57 housing violations at this property.

Is 272 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 272 5 Avenue built?

City records list 1930 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 272 5 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.