552 Williams Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11207BBL 3-03835-0033Map
Owner of record: Chowdhury, Shameem
552 Williams Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1930 in Brooklyn, 11207. It has 4 residential units across 2 floors. The owner of record is Chowdhury, Shameem. HPD has recorded 450 housing violations here, most recently on May 6, 2026. 37 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.
- HPD violations
- 450
- DOB violations
- 5
- ECB violations
- 10
- HPD complaints
- 334
What to know
Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.
Date of the most recent HPD inspection that found a problem.
No balance due on recent ECB violations.
Rent stabilization
No rent-stabilized units in 2018–2024 tax bills
Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 450
- ANon-hazardous
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 6, 2026
Open — Nov sent out - IInformation / order
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 18, 2025
Open — Info nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
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 11, 2025
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective at front entrance to building hinge , 1st story
Jan 2, 2025
Closed — Violation closed - IInformation / order
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 26, 2024
Open — Not complied with - ANon-hazardous
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 12, 2024
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the south yard
Jan 4, 2024
Open — Not complied with - IInformation / order
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 17, 2023
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Fire egress defective. restore egress by removing locking device and arrange to open readily the gate in fence at lot line at the north yard
Nov 9, 2023
Open — Not complied with - BHazardous
Remove all encumbrances consisting of construction materials at public hall, 1st story
Oct 13, 2023
Closed — Violation closed
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- CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective mortise lock in the entrance located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Oct 13, 2023 · Apt 1R
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly secure the loose doors at wall cabinet on the south wall in the kitchen located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Oct 13, 2023 · Apt 1R
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tiles at floor in the kitchen located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Oct 13, 2023 · Apt 1R
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the 1st room from east located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Oct 13, 2023 · Apt 1R
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tiles at east and south wall in the bathroom located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Oct 13, 2023 · Apt 1R
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at bath tub in the bathroom located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Oct 13, 2023 · Apt 1R
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Provide a safe and adequate supply of electric service to the fixtures at ceiling in the 1st room from east located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Oct 13, 2023 · Apt 1R
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling in the 1st room from east located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Oct 13, 2023 · Apt 1R
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at east wall in the 1st room from east located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Oct 13, 2023 · Apt 1R
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Fire egress defective. remove the obstruction in fireproof passageway metal pipe wedge between gate in south driveway blocking egress to the street
May 5, 2023
Open — Not complied with - BHazardous
Remove all encumbrances consisting of construction material at public hall, 1st story
May 5, 2023
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south
May 5, 2023 · Apt 1F
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective in the entire apartment located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south
May 5, 2023 · Apt 1F
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective broken glass window at lower sash in the 1st room from east located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south
May 5, 2023 · Apt 1F
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 2f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 5, 2023 · Apt 2F
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 2f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 5, 2023 · Apt 2F
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - ANon-hazardous
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 - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Mar 25, 2023 · Apt 1R
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Mar 25, 2023 · Apt 1R
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
Replace with new the missing metal screen below skylght at bulkhead at public hall, 2nd story
Mar 16, 2023
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective counter balance at upper window sash in the kitchen located at apt 2f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 16, 2023 · Apt 2F
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
Provide a safe and adequate supply of electric service to the fixtures at south wall in the 2nd room from east located at apt 2f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 16, 2023 · Apt 2F
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 2f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 16, 2023 · Apt 2F
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective counter balance at upper window sash in the 2nd room from east located at apt 2f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 16, 2023 · Apt 2F
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 2f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 16, 2023 · Apt 2F
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective pilot light at top burner at cooking stove in the kitchen located at apt 2f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 16, 2023 · Apt 2F
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective door gasket at refrigerator in the kitchen located at apt 2f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 16, 2023 · Apt 2F
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective in the entire apartment located at apt 2f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 16, 2023 · Apt 2F
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective door at boiler room
Jan 18, 2023
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant materials at ceiling at cellar
Jan 18, 2023
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling at cellar
Jan 18, 2023
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
Remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the front and rear yard
Jan 18, 2023
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south
Dec 20, 2022 · Apt 1F
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - IInformation / order
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 - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Oct 28, 2022 · Apt 1R
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Oct 28, 2022 · Apt 1R
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Oct 28, 2022 · Apt 1R
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood sub-floor in the 1st room from east located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Oct 28, 2022 · Apt 1R
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of rodents .. at basement
Oct 26, 2022
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardent material at ceiling at basement
Oct 26, 2022
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
DOB building violations · 5
- Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Feb 16, 2022
Dob violation - active - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Dec 22, 2021
Dob violation - active - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Nov 10, 2021
Dob violation - active - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Sep 29, 2021
Dob violation - active - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Jun 9, 2021
Dob violation - active
ECB violations · 10
- Class - 2
Failure to comply with the commissioner's order to file a certificate of correction with the dept. of buildings for violation #35671426m, file a certificate of correction
Nov 25, 2025 · Penalty $6,250
Active - Class - 2
Observed during inspection failure to comply with the commissioner's order to file a certificate of correction with the dob violation # 082224crtsk01 and ecb # 35680897n at the caption location., file a certifi
Jul 11, 2025 · Penalty $6,250
Active - Class - 2
Failure to conduct or file a final inspection of permitted work with dob.respondent/property owner filed and obtained dob job permit#b00672896-i1-gc on 03/09/2022.for replacing 4 window lintels at left elevatio
Aug 22, 2024 · Penalty $6,250
Active - Class - 1
Failure to maintain building in code at time of inspection observed window lintels still not repaired or replaced at exp. #1, 2 comparing with google map previous condition on 2018-2022 to current condition job
Nov 17, 2023 · Penalty $6,250
Active - Class - 1
Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner.at the time of inspection and observed at exp2 on 1st and 2nd floors window lintel is in a deteriorated condition as it's bend down and rusted leaving gaps
Nov 23, 2021 · Penalty $12,500
Active - Class - 1
Failure to maintain boiling rn code compliant manner.noted:at exp2 windows lintels deteriorating,rusted/rotted with sections at brick/mortarloose/missing throughout in various areas.remedy:repair and/or replace
Sep 22, 2021 · Penalty $12,500
Active - Class - 1
Failure to maintain bldg in codecompliant manner.noted.atoi i observed@exp2,facade in state of disrepair w/window lintels rusted,rotted,lineof bricks approx3' missing on 2fl window.@exp2,1fl window lintel ruste
Aug 10, 2021 · Penalty $12,500
Active - Class - 1
Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner.at exp #2 deteriorated/rusted lintels on 1st and 2nd floor windows.header bricks ()missing on 2nd floor windows.remedy:repair and/or replace.
Jun 28, 2021 · Penalty $12,500
Active - Class - 1
Observed brick facade at expo # 02 instate of disrepair condition with window lintels severely damaged & rotted, horizontal cracks on bricks, a line of header bricks (approx. 3'-0") missing on 2nd floor window.
Mar 16, 2021 · Penalty $6,250
Active - Hazardous
Failure to maintain bldg. haz. defects noted : @ 2 stored brick masonry bldg, in apt. 1f @ 1st fl 2 pc of ceiling measuring 3'x3' & approx 5'x3' feet broken & dropped & is open in bathrm. front side bedrm has
Dec 29, 2006 · Penalty $2,500
Active
Complaints
- Paint/plaster
Wall
Sep 25, 2023 · Apt 1R
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Sep 25, 2023 · Apt 1R
Close - Electric
Lighting
Sep 25, 2023 · Apt 1R
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Sep 25, 2023 · Apt 1R
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Apr 1, 2023 · Apt 2F
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Apr 1, 2023 · Apt 2F
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Apr 1, 2023 · Apt 2F
Close - Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
Apr 1, 2023 · Apt 2F
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Apr 1, 2023 · Apt 2F
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Apr 1, 2023 · Apt 2F
Close
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- Unsanitary condition
Pests
Apr 1, 2023 · Apt 2F
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Apr 1, 2023 · Apt 2F
Close - Appliance
Refrigerator
Mar 14, 2023 · Apt 2F
Close - Safety
Smoke detector
Mar 14, 2023 · Apt 2F
Close - Electric
Outlet/switch
Mar 14, 2023 · Apt 2F
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Mar 14, 2023 · Apt 2F
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Mar 14, 2023 · Apt 2F
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Mar 14, 2023 · Apt 2F
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Mar 14, 2023 · Apt 2F
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Nov 21, 2022 · Apt 1F
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Oct 29, 2022 · Apt 2F
Close - Electric
Power outage
Oct 20, 2022 · Apt 2F
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Oct 20, 2022 · Apt 2F
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Oct 18, 2022 · Apt 2F
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Oct 18, 2022 · Apt 2F
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Oct 18, 2022 · Apt 2F
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Oct 3, 2022 · Apt 2F
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Aug 19, 2022 · Apt 1F
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Aug 19, 2022 · Apt 1F
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Aug 19, 2022 · Apt 1F
Close - Water leak
Heavy flow
Aug 19, 2022 · Apt 1F
Close - Water leak
Heavy flow
Jul 27, 2022 · Apt APT1R
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jul 27, 2022 · Apt APT1R
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Jul 27, 2022 · Apt APT1R
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jul 27, 2022 · Apt APT1R
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Jul 27, 2022 · Apt APT1R
Close - Door/window
Door
Jul 27, 2022 · Apt APT1R
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Jul 27, 2022 · Apt APT1R
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Jul 25, 2022 · Apt 2F
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Jul 25, 2022 · Apt 2F
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Jul 25, 2022 · Apt 2F
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Jul 25, 2022 · Apt 2F
Close - Plumbing
Toilet
Jul 25, 2022 · Apt 2F
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Jul 6, 2022 · Apt 2F
Close - Door/window
Door
Jul 6, 2022 · Apt 2F
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jul 6, 2022 · Apt 2F
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Jul 6, 2022 · Apt 2F
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Jul 6, 2022 · Apt 2F
Close - Plumbing
Toilet
Jul 6, 2022 · Apt 2F
Close - Door/window
Door frame
Jul 6, 2022 · Apt 2R
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C4)
- Year built
- 1930
- Floors
- 2
- Residential units
- 4
- Building area
- 3,120 ft²
- Lot area
- 2,500 ft²
- Zoning
- R6
- Community board
- 305
- Council district
- 42
- Block / lot
- 3835 / 33
- Assessed value
- $224,550
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #311291, last renewed Aug 21, 2019.
Questions about 552 Williams Avenue
Who owns 552 Williams Avenue?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Chowdhury, Shameem.
Does 552 Williams Avenue have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 450 housing violations at this property.
Is 552 Williams 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 552 Williams Avenue built?
City records list 1930 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 552 Williams 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.