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1536 Gates Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11237BBL 3-03345-0018Map

Owner of record: Poon Wally

1536 Gates Avenue is a mixed residential and retail building built in 1931 in Brooklyn, 11237. It has 4 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is Poon Wally. HPD has recorded 39 housing violations here, most recently on May 4, 2026. 14 of the 39 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
39
DOB violations
6
ECB violations
3
HPD complaints
45

What to know

Concern
1 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation May 4, 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 · 39

  • 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

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the kitchen , the 2nd room from north at west located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jun 11, 2025 · Apt 1

    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.

    Jun 9, 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.

    Apr 10, 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 23, 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 14, 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 24, 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 24, 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
  • B

    Properly secure the loose losse light fixture above entrance door to building, at front areaway, 1st story

    Feb 12, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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  • B

    Properly repair and abate unsafe electric wiring condition consisting of exposed electrical wires above entrance door to building, at front areaway, 1st story

    Feb 12, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective vinyl floor tiles in the kitchen located at apt 3r, 3rd story, apartment at west

    Jan 26, 2021 · Apt 3R

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective connection ..wasteline at sink in the kitchen located at apt 3r, 3rd story, apartment at west

    Jan 26, 2021 · Apt 3R

    Open — Nov certified late
  • C

    Arrange and make self-closing the doors .. in the entrance located at apt 3r, 3rd story, apartment at west

    Jan 26, 2021 · Apt 3R

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of lockable hasp and eye at exterior side of door in the entrance located at apt 3r, 3rd story, apartment at west

    Jan 26, 2021 · Apt 3R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tiles at north wall in the bathroom located at apt 3r, 3rd story, apartment at west

    Jan 26, 2021 · Apt 3R

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from window to fire escape or provide approved type gate .. in the kitchen located at apt 3r, 3rd story, apartment at west

    Jan 26, 2021 · Apt 3R

    Open — Nov certified late
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 3r, 3rd story, apartment at west

    Jan 26, 2021 · Apt 3R

    Open — Nov certified late
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 3r, 3rd story, apartment at west

    Jan 26, 2021 · Apt 3R

    Open — Nov certified late
  • C

    Arrange and make self-closing the doors at vestibule at public hall, 1st story

    Jan 26, 2021

    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

    Jan 26, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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

    Jan 26, 2021

    Open — Nov certified late
  • 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

    Jan 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.

    Jan 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

    Jan 26, 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
  • 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 22, 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 9, 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 9, 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 20, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the floor at cellar

    May 5, 2011

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color -- ceiling and walls at public hall, 4th story

    Oct 19, 2010

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective vinyl tile and wood floor at public hall, 1st story

    Oct 19, 2010

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly secure the loose -- wood treads and risers all stories at public hall stairs

    Oct 19, 2010

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department --ceiling and walls all stories at public hall

    Oct 19, 2010

    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 2l, 2nd story, apartment at east

    Dec 6, 2008 · Apt 2L

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin bedbugs in the entire apartment located at apt 3l, 3rd story

    May 14, 2008 · Apt 3L

    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 minimum

    Dec 21, 1998

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    File with this department a registration statement for building.

    Nov 6, 1996

    Closed — Violation dismissed

DOB building violations · 6

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2024 external low pressure inspection

    Nov 14, 2025

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2023 external low pressure inspection

    Sep 23, 2024

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2020 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 30, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2021 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 30, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2019 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 20, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2022 external low pressure inspection

    Apr 25, 2023

    Dob violation - active

ECB violations · 3

  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply with the commissioners order contained in summons/violation #35287351k issued on 08/09/17 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01(d)(2).an acceptable cert

    Apr 9, 2018 · Penalty $6,250

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Work w/o a permit. noted: at exp#1,bldg front 2 awnings erected 1st awning for "sugar barber shop" approx 11'long by 4'height & 3'depth,2nd awning for"joses tire shop"approx 13'long by 4'height & 3'depth was

    Aug 9, 2017 · Penalty $800

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Plumbing work w/o a permit witnessed one new weilmclain steam boiler in basement. there was no permit filed at time of inspection. remedy: obtain permit to comply w/ code.

    Jan 22, 2009 · Penalty $12,000

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Electric

    No lighting

    Jul 7, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jun 10, 2025 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 7, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • General

    Signage missing

    May 3, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • General

    Signage missing

    Jan 3, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Outside building

    Roofing

    Feb 3, 2021 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Feb 3, 2021 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Feb 3, 2021 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Feb 3, 2021 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Feb 3, 2021 · Apt 2R

    Close
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  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Jan 12, 2021 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Jan 12, 2021 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Jan 12, 2021 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Oct 24, 2020 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Water leak

    Damp spot

    Oct 24, 2020 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Oct 24, 2020 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Oct 24, 2020 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Aug 17, 2019 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jul 30, 2019 · Apt 2L

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 12, 2016 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 5, 2016 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Rubbish

    Apr 25, 2011 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Sewer

    Apr 25, 2011 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Apr 18, 2011 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Oct 12, 2010 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Oct 12, 2010 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • General

    Stairs

    Oct 12, 2010 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Oct 12, 2010 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 8, 2008 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 5, 2008 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 4, 2008 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 3, 2008 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 2, 2008 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 2, 2008 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 2, 2008 · Apt 1L

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 2, 2008 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 26, 2008 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 23, 2008 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 22, 2008 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 22, 2008 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 22, 2008 · Apt 2L

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 22, 2008 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    May 10, 2008 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    May 10, 2008 · Apt 3L

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 3, 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
1931
Floors
3
Residential units
4
Building area
3,900 ft²
Lot area
2,500 ft²
Zoning
R6
Community board
304
Council district
37
Block / lot
3345 / 18
Assessed value
$443,700
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #365291, last renewed Jul 27, 2026.

Questions about 1536 Gates Avenue

Who owns 1536 Gates Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Poon Wally.

Does 1536 Gates Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 39 housing violations at this property.

Is 1536 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 1536 Gates Avenue built?

City records list 1931 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 1536 Gates Avenue?

It has 4 residential units and 6 units in total.

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