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542 Van Siclen Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11207BBL 3-04073-0040Map

Owner of record: Gordon Queenie

542 Van Siclen 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 Gordon Queenie. HPD has recorded 76 housing violations here, most recently on June 11, 2025. 31 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
76
DOB violations
2
ECB violations
4
HPD complaints
101

What to know

Concern
8 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation Jun 11, 2025

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 · 76

  • 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 11, 2025

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling and north, east, and west wall in the kitchen located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    May 23, 2025 · Apt 1R

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

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

    May 23, 2025 · Apt 1R

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective intercome system at apartment to building entrance in the foyer located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    May 23, 2025 · Apt 1R

    Open — Nov certified late
  • 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 7, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 7, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 7, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 7, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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.

    Apr 12, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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  • B

    Cleanse and disinfect to the satisfaction of this department after removing the household items and raw sewage at cellar

    Jun 6, 2023

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches at cellar

    Jun 6, 2023

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approx 4sqft at south wall at cellar

    Jun 6, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approx 4sqft at west wall at 1st cellar from east

    Jun 6, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approx 4 sq ft at floors located at bsmt-apt, 1st bsmt-apt from south at west

    Jun 6, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approx 4 sq ft at west wall located at bsmt-apt, 1st bsmt-apt from south at west

    Jun 6, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approx 4 sqft at northeast wall at cellar

    Jun 6, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Cleanse and disinfect to the satisfaction of this department after removing the house hold item and raw sewer water

    Jun 6, 2023

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Discontinue use of rooms for living, disconnect plumbing fixtures and properly seal pipe connections at full bathroom, ( toilet, washbasin, tub) and kitchen (sink) at cellar

    Jun 6, 2023

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Discontinue unlawful cooking space or file plans and application with this department to legalize same, if lawfully feasible, gas range at cellar

    Jun 6, 2023

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approx 4 sq ft at floors located at bsmt-apt, 1st bsmt-apt from south at west original violation 16029386 issued 06-jun-23 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code §27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).

    Jun 6, 2023

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approx 4 sq ft at west wall located at bsmt-apt, 1st bsmt-apt from south at west original violation 16029412 issued 06-jun-23 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code §27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).

    Jun 6, 2023

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approx 4sqft at south wall at cellar original violation 16023313 issued 06-jun-23 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code §27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).

    Jun 6, 2023

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approx 4sqft at west wall at 1st cellar from east original violation 16023314 issued 06-jun-23 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code §27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).

    Jun 6, 2023

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approx 4 sqft at northeast wall at cellar original violation 16029847 issued 06-jun-23 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code §27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).

    Jun 6, 2023

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • C

    Cleanse and disinfect to the satisfaction of this department after removing the heavy accumilation of raw sewage at cellar

    May 26, 2023

    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.

    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

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective porcelain enamel finish at bathtub by method of reglazing in the bathroom located at apt 2f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jul 29, 2022 · Apt 2F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective vinyl floor tiles in the 2nd room from east located at apt 2f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jul 29, 2022 · Apt 2F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective counter balance at lower sash, window at north wall in the kitchen located at apt 2f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jul 29, 2022 · Apt 2F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective counter balance at lower sash at 2nd window from west at north wall in the 2nd room from east located at apt 2f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jul 29, 2022 · Apt 2F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

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

    Jul 29, 2022 · Apt 2F

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective .. in the entrance located at apt 2f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jul 29, 2022 · Apt 2F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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.

    Apr 4, 2022

    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

    Apr 4, 2022

    Open — Nov certified late
  • 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

    Apr 4, 2022

    Open — Nov certified late
  • 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

    Apr 4, 2022

    Open — Nov certified late
  • 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.

    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 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.

    Oct 14, 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 25, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes consisting an a/c unit, in the 4th room from east at north located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Aug 28, 2012 · Apt 1R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Remove the illegal fastening key operator lock at door leading to second means of egress, in the 4th room from east at north located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Aug 28, 2012 · Apt 1R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny ?11-06(b)(2) north wall, south wall, west wall in the private hallway located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Aug 28, 2012 · Apt 1R

    Open — Certification postponment granted
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny ?11-06(b)(2) north wall, south wall, west wall, 1st window frame from south at west wall, 2nd window frame from south at west wall in the 4th room from east at north located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Aug 28, 2012 · Apt 1R

    Open — Certification postponment granted
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny ?11-06(b)(2) north wall, south wall, west wall in the 4th room from east at south located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Aug 28, 2012 · Apt 1R

    Open — Certification postponment granted
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny ?11-06(b)(2) 1st window frame from west at north wall in the kitchen located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Aug 28, 2012 · Apt 1R

    Open — Certification postponment granted

DOB building violations · 2

  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Oct 13, 2021

    Dob violation - active
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Feb 9, 2011

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 4

  • Class - 1

    Work without a permit.at time of inspection 1st front apartment work was being performed without a permit.plumbing in bathroom spured and new lines installed electrical service change out in apt including servi

    Jul 12, 2021 · Penalty $2,500

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Unlawful acts. failure to comply w/an order of the commissioner. respondent failed to correct the conditions cited in nov #34891251h. work w/o permit,4 sro's w/kitchen & 3pc bathroom. remedy: obtain permit.

    Jan 26, 2011 · Penalty $2,400

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Work w/o permit noted at cellar full ht partitions installed for 4 sros w/ individual locking devices water & waste lines for 3pc btrm tub toilet sink residential sink at ktcn w/ gas line for stove & full ktcn

    Nov 20, 2010 · Penalty $8,000

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Residence altered for occupancy by more than the legally approved # of families: note app reg #385439 & i cards indicate legal 4 family w/2 2 ap tech on fl # 1 & 2 no occupancy at cellar residence altered at

    Nov 20, 2010 · Penalty $1,450

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Jul 1, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Water leak

    Damp spot

    Mar 20, 2025 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Mar 20, 2025 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Mar 20, 2025 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Sewage

    Jun 5, 2023 · Apt BSMT

    Close
  • Safety

    Fire escape

    Jun 5, 2023 · Apt BSMT

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jun 5, 2023 · Apt BSMT

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Sewage

    Jun 1, 2023 · Apt BSMT

    Close
  • Safety

    Fire escape

    Jun 1, 2023 · Apt BSMT

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Sewage

    Jun 1, 2023 · Apt BSMT

    Close
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  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jun 1, 2023 · Apt BSMT

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Sewage

    May 19, 2023 · Apt BASEME

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    May 19, 2023 · Apt BASEME

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Sewage

    May 10, 2023 · Apt BASEME

    Close
  • Safety

    Fire escape

    May 10, 2023 · Apt BASEME

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Sewage

    May 10, 2023 · Apt BASEME

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Jan 10, 2023 · Apt BSMT

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Jan 10, 2023 · Apt BSMT

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Apr 30, 2022 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Apr 30, 2022 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Apr 30, 2022 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Safety

    Fire escape

    Apr 4, 2022 · Apt BASEME

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Apr 2, 2022 · Apt BSMT

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Apr 2, 2022 · Apt BSMT

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Oct 11, 2020 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Oct 11, 2020 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Oct 11, 2020 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Oct 11, 2020 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Oct 11, 2020 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Oct 11, 2020 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    Oct 11, 2020 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Oct 11, 2020 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Jun 25, 2020 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Jun 25, 2020 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Jun 25, 2020 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    Jun 25, 2020 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Jun 25, 2020 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Nov 14, 2017 · Apt BSMT

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Nov 14, 2017 · Apt BSMT

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Nov 14, 2017 · Apt BSMT

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Nov 14, 2017 · Apt BSMT

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Nov 14, 2017 · Apt BSMT

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Nov 14, 2017 · Apt BSMT

    Close
  • Safety

    Smoke detector

    Nov 14, 2017 · Apt BSMT

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Sep 25, 2017 · Apt BSMT

    Close
  • Safety

    Smoke detector

    Sep 25, 2017 · Apt BSMT

    Close
  • Safety

    Carbon monoxide detector

    Sep 25, 2017 · Apt BSMT

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Aug 31, 2017 · Apt BSMNT

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Aug 27, 2017 · Apt BSMT

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Aug 27, 2017 · Apt BSMT

    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
1930
Floors
2
Residential units
4
Building area
3,120 ft²
Lot area
2,375 ft²
Zoning
R6
Community board
305
Council district
42
Block / lot
4073 / 40
Assessed value
$234,450
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #317599, last renewed Oct 16, 2025.

Questions about 542 Van Siclen Avenue

Who owns 542 Van Siclen Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Gordon Queenie.

Does 542 Van Siclen Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 76 housing violations at this property.

Is 542 Van Siclen 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 542 Van Siclen Avenue built?

City records list 1930 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 542 Van Siclen 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.