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290 5 Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11215BBL 3-00969-0040Map

Owner of record: Heights Realty NY, LLC

290 5 Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1920 in Brooklyn, 11215. It has 9 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is Heights Realty NY, LLC. HPD has recorded 22 housing violations here, most recently on April 30, 2026. 12 of the 22 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
22
DOB violations
20
ECB violations
1
HPD complaints
26

What to know

Concern
4 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

    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 19, 2025

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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 22, 2024

    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

    Jun 22, 2024

    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 22, 2024

    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 22, 2024

    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 22, 2024

    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 22, 2024

    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
  • 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
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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 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
  • 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.

    Feb 5, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Replace with new the missing strike plate at door jamb at laundry room

    Dec 26, 2013

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. in the entire apartment located at apt 1r, 1st story, apartment at north

    Jun 14, 2012 · Apt 1R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Remove the illegal fastening double cylinder key operated lock installed at metal door in the 3rd room from east located at apt 1r, 1st story, apartment at north

    Jun 14, 2012 · Apt 1R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Remove the illegal fastening lockable slide bolt installed at bulkhead door to roof

    Jun 14, 2012

    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 minimun required

    Jul 28, 2011

    Open — Not complied with
  • C

    D26-13.03 adm code abate the nuisance consisting of rodents rats 2 sty north apt 2r. located at apt 2r

    Oct 21, 1983 · Apt 2R

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation

DOB building violations · 20

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2017 inspection report

    Nov 8, 2019

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2015 inspection report

    Feb 24, 2017

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2013 inspection report

    Mar 3, 2015

    Dob violation - active
  • 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 3, 2008

    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
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  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 19, 2003

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 26, 2002

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 27, 2001

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 7, 2000

    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

    Aug 29, 1995

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jun 1, 1994

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Unsafe buildings none

    Ub-unsafe buildings none

    Feb 25, 1994

    V%*-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

    Jun 1, 1993

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 1

  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to maintain exterior bldg wall defect is 1'x2' sign loose at north end 1st fl remedy remove or repair sign

    Nov 27, 2003 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Jun 20, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Jun 20, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Jun 18, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 9, 2020 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Oct 9, 2020 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Feb 27, 2019 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 9, 2017 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Jan 28, 2016 · Apt 4R

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jul 26, 2015 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 8, 2014 · Apt 4L

    Close
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  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 22, 2013 · Apt 2L

    Close
  • General

    Doors

    Dec 22, 2013 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 9, 2013 · Apt NA

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 4, 2013 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 20, 2013 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 14, 2009 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Jan 8, 2008 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Jan 8, 2008 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jan 8, 2008 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Jan 8, 2008 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Mar 29, 2006 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 26, 2005 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Jul 13, 2005 · Apt ALL

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jul 13, 2005 · Apt ALL

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jul 13, 2005 · Apt ALL

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 8, 2004 · Apt 4R

    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 (C1)
Year built
1920
Floors
4
Residential units
9
Building area
6,240 ft²
Lot area
2,080 ft²
Zoning
R6A
Community board
306
Council district
39
Block / lot
969 / 40
Assessed value
$1,061,100
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #348111, last renewed Oct 9, 2024.

Questions about 290 5 Avenue

Who owns 290 5 Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Heights Realty NY, LLC.

Does 290 5 Avenue have violations?

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

Is 290 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 290 5 Avenue built?

City records list 1920 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 290 5 Avenue?

It has 9 residential units.

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