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520 Union Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11211BBL 3-02741-0001Map

Owner of record: 520 Union Owner LLC

520 Union Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1928 in Brooklyn, 11211. It has 5 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is 520 Union Owner LLC. HPD has recorded 38 housing violations here, most recently on March 27, 2023.

HPD violations
38
DOB violations
2
ECB violations
1
HPD complaints
19

What to know

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No open Class C

No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.

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Last violation Mar 27, 2023

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 · 38

  • 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 27, 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 7, 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.

    Mar 2, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing the doors that is missing or defective .. in the entrance located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    May 26, 2021 · Apt 3R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation the 1st radiator at east in the kitchen located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    May 26, 2021 · Apt 3R

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation the 1st riser at west in the bathroom located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    May 26, 2021 · Apt 3R

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    § 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 suspended ceiling in the 2nd room from north located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    May 26, 2021 · Apt 3R

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    § 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 suspended ceiling in the 3rd room from north located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    May 26, 2021 · Apt 3R

    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.

    May 26, 2021

    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

    May 26, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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  • 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

    May 26, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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.

    May 26, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling and wall at 1st closet at west in the kitchen located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    May 26, 2021 · Apt 3R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color all walls in the entire apartment located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    May 26, 2021 · Apt 3R

    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 at public hall, 1st story

    May 26, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the roof so that it will not leak at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    May 26, 2021 · Apt 3R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the roof so that it will not leak at ceiling and wall in 1st closet at west in the kitchen located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    May 26, 2021 · Apt 3R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    May 26, 2021 · Apt 3R

    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 13, 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 13, 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 22, 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 29, 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.

    Nov 15, 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.

    Feb 25, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Fire escape defective. replace with new the broken, defective and/or missing metal treads 1st, 3rd,6th , & 10th from bottom at second story balcony at building front at fire escape

    Aug 16, 2014

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

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

    Aug 16, 2014

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Mar 16, 2011 · Apt 2L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Mar 16, 2011 · Apt 2L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color walls and ceiling in the entire apartment located at apt 2l, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Mar 16, 2011 · Apt 2L

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair the broken or defective slate band south exterior wall 3rd sty level.

    Sep 15, 1986

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    D26-12.03 adm code paint to the satisfaction of this department the exterior window frames and sashes 2 sty & 3 sty front and south of building.

    Sep 15, 1986

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    D26-12.03 adm code and dept. rules and regulations. scrape and remove rust scales and paint with 2 coats of paint front fire escape all stys.

    Sep 15, 1986

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code replace with new the missing plaster board ceiling cellar rear.

    Sep 15, 1986

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    D26-19.05 adm code provide adequate light of not less than 60 watts incandescent or equivalent illumination vestibule & 3rd sty pub hall.

    Sep 15, 1986

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    D26-20.08,20.09 adm code file certification of satisfactory installation of smoke detecting device in accordance with h.p.d. rules and regulations.

    Sep 15, 1986

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

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

    Sep 15, 1986

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    D26-17.10 adm code post notice, in form approved by the department, stating the name and location of the person designated by the owner to have key to building's heating system 1 sty public hall and on boiler room door.

    Sep 15, 1986

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code remove all encumbrances consisting of household items 1 sty public hall.

    Sep 15, 1986

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 2

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2016 inspection report

    Apr 6, 2018

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    Failure to maintain building in code complaint manner remedy; maintain exterior building wall

    Dec 4, 2009

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 1

  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain bldg in code complaint manner. note : metal ceiling is sagging & bowed out of plumb approx 6" near skylight (ac5) 3' long diagonal crack 118" wide in east exterior wall @ 1 story garage @ re

    Dec 4, 2009 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Sep 23, 2026 · Apt 5L

    Close
  • General

    Ventilation system

    Sep 23, 2026 · Apt 5L

    Close
  • General

    Ventilation system

    Sep 23, 2026 · Apt 5L

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jun 3, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    May 31, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    May 24, 2021 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    May 24, 2021 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    May 24, 2021 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Water leak

    Damp spot

    May 24, 2021 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Aug 11, 2014 · Apt TOPLEF

    Close
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  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Aug 11, 2014 · Apt TOPLEF

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Aug 11, 2014 · Apt TOPLEF

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Aug 11, 2014 · Apt TOPLEF

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Carbon monoxide

    Mar 8, 2011 · Apt 2L

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Smoke detector

    Mar 8, 2011 · Apt 2L

    Close
  • General

    Doors

    Mar 8, 2011 · Apt 2L

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Mar 8, 2011 · Apt 2L

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Mar 8, 2011 · Apt 2L

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Mar 8, 2011 · Apt 2L

    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 (C2)
Year built
1928
Floors
3
Residential units
5
Building area
4,500 ft²
Lot area
1,700 ft²
Zoning
M1-2/R6A
Community board
301
Council district
33
Block / lot
2741 / 1
Assessed value
$1,234,350
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #332347, last renewed Aug 15, 2025.

Questions about 520 Union Avenue

Who owns 520 Union Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 520 Union Owner LLC.

Does 520 Union Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 38 housing violations at this property.

Is 520 Union 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 520 Union Avenue built?

City records list 1928 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 520 Union 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.