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553 Gates Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11221BBL 3-01810-0001Map

Owner of record: 553 Gates LLC

553 Gates Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1899 in Brooklyn, 11221. It has 4 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is 553 Gates LLC. HPD has recorded 117 housing violations here, most recently on June 19, 2026. 24 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
117
DOB violations
8
ECB violations
19
HPD complaints
141

What to know

Good
No open Class C

No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.

Good
Last violation Jun 19, 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 · 117

  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling at closet in the private hallway located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jun 19, 2026 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Remove all obstructions and repair all defects in at wasteline at wash basin in the bathroom located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jun 19, 2026 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Remove all obstructions from water closet in the bathroom located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jun 19, 2026 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective drawer at at sink base cabinet in the kitchen located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jun 19, 2026 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the 1st room from north located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jun 19, 2026 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 sq ft at ceiling, east and south wall in the private hallway located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south original violation 19016330 issued 19-jun-26 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code 27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).

    Jun 19, 2026 · Apt 3

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 sq ft at ceiling, east and south wall in the private hallway located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jun 19, 2026 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the roof so that it will not leak at ceiling at public hall, 4th story

    Jun 17, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant plaster at ceiling at public hall stairs, 2nd story

    Jun 17, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of household items at public hall, 4th story

    Jun 17, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
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  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling at public hall, 4th story

    Jun 17, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant plaster at ceiling at public hall stairs, 3rd story

    Jun 17, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the west yard yard

    Jun 17, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling at public hall stairs, 3rd story

    Jun 17, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant plaster at ceiling at public hall, 4th story

    Jun 17, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling at public hall stairs, 2nd story

    Jun 17, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    § 53, 187, 231 m/d law and department rules and regulations. provide a shoe properly secured to bottom of string of dropladder at north building rear at fire escape

    Jun 17, 2026

    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.

    May 4, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective light fixture at ceiling in the 1st bathroom from north at east located at apt apt1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Apr 9, 2026 · Apt APT1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Provide adequate supply of hot water for the fixtures no volume at bathtub in the 1st bathroom from north at east located at apt apt1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Apr 9, 2026 · Apt APT1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Provide adequate supply of cold water for the fixtures no volume at bathtub in the 1st bathroom from north at east located at apt apt1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Apr 9, 2026 · Apt APT1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tiles at east wall in the 1st bathroom from north at east located at apt apt1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Apr 9, 2026 · Apt APT1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

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

    Mar 27, 2026

    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.

    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 9, 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 10, 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
  • 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 25, 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 9, 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 17, 2018

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Remove the illegal fastening lock on door to room with window to fire escape in the 1st room from north at east located at apt 4, 4th story

    Jan 27, 2016 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

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

    Jan 15, 2016

    Open — Not complied with
  • 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. , 1st story

    Jan 15, 2016

    Open — Not complied with
  • A

    Post and maintain a proper notice on wall of the entrance story in english and spanish on the availability of the agency?s housing information guide. a sample notice can be found at www.nyc.gov/hpd., 1st story

    Jan 15, 2016

    Open — Not complied with
  • 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 9, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Fire escape defective. adjust the dropladder so that it will slide easily in the guide rods at fire escape at north yard

    Feb 28, 2015

    Closed — Violation closed
  • I

    Above premises have been vacant and untenanted except for caretaker for 60 days or more, and cannot be reoccupied until a new certificate of occupancy has been obtained. premises have been vacant since 07/29/2013

    Jul 29, 2013

    Closed — Violation closed
  • I

    Above premises have been vacant and untenanted except for caretaker for 60 days or more, and cannot be reoccupied until a new certificate of occupancy has been obtained. premises have been vacant since 06/20/2012

    Jun 20, 2012

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide temporary seal up all accessible opening

    Jun 13, 2007

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation , 1st radiator from south at west wall in the bathroom located at apt 4, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Oct 28, 2006 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation , in the 1st room from north at east located at apt 4, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Oct 28, 2006 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

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

    Oct 28, 2006 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation , 1st radiator from west at north wall in the 1st room from north at west located at apt 4, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Oct 28, 2006 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the private hallway located at apt 4, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Oct 28, 2006 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

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

    Oct 28, 2006 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation , 1st door from south at west wall, 1st door frame from south at west wall in the private hallway located at apt 4, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Oct 28, 2006 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood drawers at sink cabinet in the kitchen located at apt 4, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Oct 28, 2006 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Replace with new the missing electrical wall outlet & cover at west wall in the kitchen located at apt 4, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Oct 28, 2006 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color , 1st window frame from east at south wall, 2nd window frame from south at west wall, south wall, ceiling, east wall, north wall in the kitchen located at apt 4, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Oct 28, 2006 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide adequate supply of cold water for the fixtures at bathtub faucets in the bathroom located at apt 4, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Oct 28, 2006 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 8

  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    May 21, 2014

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Mar 26, 2014

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Jan 15, 2014

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Nov 20, 2013

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Sep 11, 2013

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Sep 11, 2013

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Aug 22, 2012

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Emergency none

    Egncy-emergency none

    Apr 10, 1997

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 19

  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain. observed: along gates ave side of premises,section of sidewalk (vault) approx 2'x5' has sunk app. 2" creating trip hazard. at roof cornice section of wood trim is rotted w/sections missing.

    Feb 24, 2014 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Fail to maintain bldg.note:obs @gates ave side of premises section of sidewalk (vault)as corner approx 2'x5' has sunk approx 2" creating trip hazard.@roof cornice wood trim is rusted w/sections missing.other ar

    Dec 28, 2013 · Penalty $10,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain bldg in code-compliant manner. noted: sections of sidewalk vault which was concrete overlayered is cracked throughout, separated & sinking(approx 2").said condition presents tripping hazard

    Aug 28, 2013 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain exterior bldg wall(s) or appurtenance. noted: woodcornice at bldg's southern elevation is defective w/missing portion & loose pc. fascia (entire) is also defective. remedy:maintain defective

    Aug 28, 2013 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner. noted: sections of sidewalk vault which was concrete overlayered is cracked thru-out, separated and sinking (approx 2'). said condition present tripping hazard

    Jun 15, 2013 · Penalty $5,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain exterior bldg wall(s) or appurtenance. noted: woodcornice at bldg's southern elevation is defective w/missing portion & loose pc. fascia (entire) is also defective. remedy:maintain defective

    Jun 14, 2013 · Penalty $5,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain: note: cracking displacement, & defective concreteadjacent to sidewalk hatch plate (on gates ave). remedy: repair defective concrete sidewalk.

    Sep 6, 2012 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply w/the commissioner's order contained in nov #34940320k issued on 5.21.12 for failure to maintain. remedy: comply w/the commissioner's order.

    Jul 18, 2012 · Penalty $24,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain building in compliant manner. noted:section of sidewalk vault which was concrete over layered is cracked separated partial sinking said section is approx 4x3. the remaining section of vault

    May 21, 2012 · Penalty $5,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/ the comm's order to file a cert of correction w/ the dob.respondent failed to correct the violating conditions & file a cert of corrections pursuant to 28-204.2 for nov#34862636x.rem:file c

    Jul 5, 2011 · Penalty $4,000

    Resolve
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  • Class - 1

    Unlawful acts. failure to comply w/an order of commissioner. respondent failed to correct violating conditions cited in the prior nov #34862636x. remedy: comply w/commissioner's order.

    Apr 13, 2011 · Penalty $12,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Unlawful acts. failure to comply w/an order of commissioner. respondent failed to correct violating conditions cited in the prior. nov #34862636x. remedy: comply w/commissioner's order.

    Feb 28, 2011 · Penalty $12,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Fail to maintain.noted:wooden cornice @ roofs southern section-bag section missing (wood) also a length of wooden piece approx 4' is loose & hanging over pedestrian walkway.rem:remove loose piece immediately/re

    Jul 1, 2010 · Penalty $10,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to file c/c w/dob pursuant to 28-204.2 for violation 34777698premedy: file c/c.

    Jan 12, 2010 · Penalty $4,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain building wall(s) or appurtenances.noted:wood cornice at roof's southern elevation in dire disrepair-rotted & loose wooden sections.remedy:maintain structure.

    Jan 12, 2010 · Penalty $10,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain bldg walls & appurt note wood cornice at roof lvl south facade is in disrepair w/ rotter & loose wood sections unsecured rem: maintain bldg wall & repair

    Aug 24, 2009 · Penalty $5,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/ comms order to file a cert of correction for vio#34757419p rem: file cert of correction

    Aug 24, 2009 · Penalty $4,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain exterior bldg wall defect is wooden fascia at rooflevel is pulling away and is in disrepair. remedy: maintain exterior bldg wall. make all necessary repairs.

    Mar 3, 2009 · Penalty $5,000

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain building noted: approximate five wood joists at cellar north is rotten and unsupported, and the five rated ceiling at same location is missing (2) opening throughout boiler room ceiling also

    Jan 18, 2005 · Penalty $800

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Jun 15, 2026 · Apt 3

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Jun 15, 2026 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Jun 15, 2026 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Jun 15, 2026 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jun 15, 2026 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Safety

    Carbon monoxide detector

    Jun 15, 2026 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Jun 15, 2026 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jun 15, 2026 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Jun 15, 2026 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Mar 26, 2026 · Apt APT1

    Close
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  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Mar 26, 2026 · Apt APT1

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Dec 24, 2025 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Nov 23, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 20, 2022 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 21, 2019 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 14, 2018 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 9, 2018 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 27, 2016 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Jan 20, 2016 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 20, 2016 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 3, 2016 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    May 9, 2015 · Apt 2

    Close
  • General

    Cooking gas

    May 6, 2015 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    May 6, 2015 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Mar 5, 2015 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 26, 2015 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Feb 25, 2015 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 20, 2015 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 6, 2015 · Apt APT4

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 4, 2015 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 3, 2015 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 3, 2015 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 31, 2015 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 29, 2015 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 23, 2015 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 21, 2015 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 20, 2015 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 19, 2015 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 19, 2015 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 18, 2015 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 17, 2015 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 17, 2015 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 17, 2015 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 9, 2015 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 9, 2015 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Jan 7, 2015 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jan 7, 2015 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 7, 2015 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 2, 2015 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 1, 2015 · Apt 4

    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 (C3)
Year built
1899
Floors
4
Residential units
4
Building area
6,100 ft²
Lot area
2,500 ft²
Zoning
R6A
Community board
303
Council district
36
Block / lot
1810 / 1
Assessed value
$775,800
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #310011, last renewed Jan 8, 2026.

Questions about 553 Gates Avenue

Who owns 553 Gates Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 553 Gates LLC.

Does 553 Gates Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 117 housing violations at this property.

Is 553 Gates 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 553 Gates Avenue built?

City records list 1899 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 553 Gates Avenue?

It has 4 residential units.

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