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270 Van Siclen Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11207BBL 3-03993-0022Map

Owner of record: John H Foust

270 Van Siclen Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1970 in Brooklyn, 11207. It has 20 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is John H Foust. HPD has recorded 50 housing violations here, most recently on August 18, 2026. 9 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 20 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
50
DOB violations
2
ECB violations
0
HPD complaints
77

What to know

Concern
5 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Watch
Last violation Aug 18, 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

Rent-stabilized units in 2024
20
About 100% of the building's 20 apartments

Counts come from owners' rent-stabilization filings shown on NYC Department of Finance tax bills, as extracted by JustFix. They tell you a building has stabilized apartments, not which ones.

Stabilized units by tax-bill year

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Violations

Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.

HPD housing violations · 50

  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 5b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 18, 2026 · Apt 5B

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 5b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 18, 2026 · Apt 5B

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective from main intercom at building entrance to intercom system at north wall in the entrance located at apt 5b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 18, 2026 · Apt 5B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Refit lower window sash at east in the 1st room from east located at apt 5b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 18, 2026 · Apt 5B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the kitchen located at apt 5b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 18, 2026 · Apt 5B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective caulking around bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 5b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 18, 2026 · Apt 5B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 5b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Mar 30, 2026 · Apt 5B

    Open — Defect letter issued
  • A

    Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation the radiator cover at east wall in the 1st room from north at east located at apt 5b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Mar 30, 2026 · Apt 5B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective intercom system at building front to return buzzer at north wall in the private hallway located at apt 5b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Mar 30, 2026 · Apt 5B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 5b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Mar 30, 2026 · Apt 5B

    Open — Defect letter issued
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  • A

    Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation radiator cover at west wall in the 2nd room from north located at apt 5b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Mar 30, 2026 · Apt 5B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of lock at door leading to fire escape window in the 3rd room from north located at apt 5b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Mar 30, 2026 · Apt 5B

    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 18, 2025

    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 26, 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 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
  • 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 31, 2019

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 5b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 14, 2019 · Apt 5B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 5b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 14, 2019 · Apt 5B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Provide a safe and adequate supply of electric service to the fixtures at ceiling light in the bathroom located at apt 5b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 14, 2019 · Apt 5B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Replace with new the missing escutchean plate at riser in the bathroom located at apt 5b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 14, 2019 · Apt 5B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at north wall in the 2nd room from north located at apt 5b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 14, 2019 · Apt 5B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective locking device at door in the entrance located at apt 5b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 14, 2019 · Apt 5B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at north wall at public hall, 1st story

    Aug 14, 2019

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Remove the illegal fastening lock door at north side at public hall at public hall, 1st story

    Aug 14, 2019

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly secure the loose upper hinges at pantry cabinet in the kitchen located at apt 5b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 14, 2019 · Apt 5B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from window to fire escape or provide approved type gate ... in the 2nd room from north located at apt 5b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 14, 2019 · Apt 5B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation radiator cover in the kitchen located at apt 5b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 14, 2019 · Apt 5B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 5b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 14, 2019 · Apt 5B

    Open — Defect letter issued
  • B

    Provide adequate light of not less than 60 watts incandescent or equivalent illumination ... at public hall, 1st story

    Aug 14, 2019

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at ceiling at public hall, 1st story

    Aug 14, 2019

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling at public hall, 1st story

    Aug 14, 2019

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at north wall at public hall, 1st story

    Aug 14, 2019

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    And dept. rules and regulations. scrape and remove rust scales and paint with 2 coats of paint at all stories at front of the building at fire escape

    May 4, 2019

    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.

    Oct 14, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 4d, 4th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Oct 7, 2013 · Apt 4D

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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 4d, 4th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Oct 7, 2013 · Apt 4D

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective intercom. system in the entire apartment located at apt 4d, 4th story, 3rd apartment from south at west

    Oct 7, 2013 · Apt 4D

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective concrete floor at 1st story public hall

    May 2, 2008

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Remove or cover in a manner approved by the department the peeling lead paint ceiling front north room 3 sty front north apt 5c alvarez 495 6637 er1 3401142. , section '' ''

    Dec 6, 1991 · Apt 5C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Remove or cover in a manner approved by the department the peeling lead paint north wall kitchen 3 sty front north apt 5c er1 3401142. , section '' ''

    Dec 6, 1991 · Apt 5C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Remove or cover in a manner approved by the department the peeling lead paint ceilings front north & front south rooms & kitchen 3 sty southeast apt 1c mcclamy 485 8631 er1. , section '' ''

    Apr 21, 1989 · Apt 1C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets sink 3 sty northeast apt kitchen.

    Apr 14, 1989

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceilings 3 sty northeast apt kitchen northeast & center rooms.

    Apr 14, 1989

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective metal ceiling boiler room cellar.

    Jun 21, 1988

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective paving north court yard.

    Apr 21, 1988

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective eroded mortar joints at north exterior wall causing leakage & mold 3 sty apt 4c kitchen. , section '' ''

    Apr 5, 1988 · Apt 4C

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 2

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2011 inspection report

    Mar 1, 2013

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    May 4, 1998

    Dob violation - active

ECB violations · 0

No ECB violations on record

Complaints

  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Aug 14, 2026 · Apt 5B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Aug 14, 2026 · Apt 5B

    Close
  • Water leak

    Damp spot

    Aug 14, 2026 · Apt 5B

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Aug 14, 2026 · Apt 5B

    Close
  • Safety

    Fire escape

    Aug 14, 2026 · Apt 5B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Steam pipe/riser

    Aug 14, 2026 · Apt 5B

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Aug 10, 2026 · Apt 5B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Steam pipe/riser

    Aug 10, 2026 · Apt 5B

    Close
  • Water leak

    Damp spot

    Aug 10, 2026 · Apt 5B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Aug 10, 2026 · Apt 5B

    Close
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  • Safety

    Fire escape

    Aug 10, 2026 · Apt 5B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Aug 10, 2026 · Apt 5B

    Close
  • Water leak

    Damp spot

    Feb 17, 2026 · Apt 5B

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Feb 17, 2026 · Apt 5B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Feb 17, 2026 · Apt 5B

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Feb 17, 2026 · Apt 5B

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Feb 17, 2026 · Apt 5B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Feb 17, 2026 · Apt 5B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Feb 17, 2026 · Apt 5B

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Radiator

    Feb 17, 2026 · Apt 5B

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Feb 17, 2026 · Apt 5B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Steam pipe/riser

    Feb 17, 2026 · Apt 5B

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Feb 17, 2026 · Apt 5B

    Close
  • Electric

    No lighting

    Feb 17, 2026 · Apt 5B

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Feb 5, 2026 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Aug 12, 2019 · Apt 5B

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Aug 12, 2019 · Apt 5B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Aug 12, 2019 · Apt 5B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Aug 12, 2019 · Apt 5B

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Aug 12, 2019 · Apt 5B

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Aug 12, 2019 · Apt 5B

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Nov 14, 2018 · Apt 4D

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Nov 14, 2018 · Apt 4D

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 14, 2018 · Apt 4D

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Nov 14, 2018 · Apt 4D

    Close
  • General

    Cooking gas

    Nov 14, 2018 · Apt 4D

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 6, 2018 · Apt 4D

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 9, 2013 · Apt 4D

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Oct 4, 2013 · Apt 4D

    Close
  • Electric

    Bell-buzzer/intercom

    Oct 4, 2013 · Apt 4D

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Oct 4, 2013 · Apt 4D

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Oct 4, 2013 · Apt 4D

    Close
  • Electric

    Bell-buzzer/intercom

    Feb 18, 2013 · Apt 4D

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Feb 18, 2013 · Apt 4D

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Feb 18, 2013 · Apt 4D

    Close
  • General

    Ventilation system

    Feb 18, 2013 · Apt 4D

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Feb 18, 2013 · Apt 4D

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 25, 2013 · Apt 5A

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Jan 7, 2013 · Apt 4D

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Jan 7, 2013 · Apt 4D

    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
1970
Floors
4
Residential units
20
Building area
15,200 ft²
Lot area
5,000 ft²
Zoning
R5B
Community board
305
Council district
42
Block / lot
3993 / 22
Assessed value
$462,150
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #313258, last renewed Dec 23, 2025.

Questions about 270 Van Siclen Avenue

Who owns 270 Van Siclen Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is John H Foust.

Does 270 Van Siclen Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 50 housing violations at this property.

Is 270 Van Siclen Avenue rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 20 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 100% of its 20 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 270 Van Siclen Avenue built?

City records list 1970 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 270 Van Siclen Avenue?

It has 20 residential units.

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