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516 New Lots Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11207BBL 3-04303-0010Map

Owner of record: Ortiz, Joseph

516 New Lots Avenue is a mixed residential and retail building built in 1926 in Brooklyn, 11207. It has 4 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is Ortiz, Joseph. HPD has recorded 45 housing violations here, most recently on May 29, 2026. 8 of the 45 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
45
DOB violations
3
ECB violations
2
HPD complaints
45

What to know

Concern
1 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation May 29, 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 · 45

  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at ceiling around skylight light at public hall, 4th story

    May 29, 2026

    Open — Not complied with
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling at skylight at public hall, 4th story

    May 29, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective wire glass at skylight at public hall, 4th story

    May 29, 2026

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes consisting of flower pots at fire escape, 3rd story

    May 29, 2026

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective at boiler room in the cellar

    Sep 21, 2022

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Remove the illegal fastening slide bolt capable of being locked at roof bulkhead door

    Sep 21, 2022

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the public hall stairs at 3rd story intermediate landing

    Sep 21, 2022

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant ceiling at south cellar

    Sep 21, 2022

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes consisting of an air conditioner unit at the 2nd story balcony of the stack at the front of the building

    Aug 1, 2022

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of construction material at public hall stairs, 3rd story

    Aug 1, 2022

    Closed — Violation closed
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  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective at the public hall stair bulkhead , 3rd story

    Aug 1, 2022

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of extremely hot water exceeding the maximum temperature 130f in the entire apartment located at apt 4, 3rd story, apartment at east

    Aug 1, 2022 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Remove all obstructions and repair all defects in at wash basin in the bathroom located at apt 4, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Apr 3, 2022 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective bell/buzzer/intercom system in the entire apartment located at apt 4, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Apr 3, 2022 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective .. in the entrance located at apt 4, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Apr 3, 2022 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective door lock in the entrance at public hall, 1st story

    Apr 3, 2022

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the kitchen located at apt 4, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Apr 3, 2022 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Refit 1st door at south in the 1st room from north located at apt 4, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Apr 3, 2022 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the 1st door frame from east at south wall in the 1st room from north located at apt 4, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Apr 3, 2022 · Apt 4

    Open — Not complied with
  • A

    Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation the 1st radiator from north at east wall in the 2nd room from north located at apt 4, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Apr 3, 2022 · Apt 4

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the 1st window frame from north at east wall, baseboard at west wall, baseboard at north wall in the 2nd room from north located at apt 4, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Apr 3, 2022 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of scalding hot water exceeting 130 de f in the entire apartment located at apt 4, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Apr 3, 2022 · Apt 4

    Open — Nov certified late
  • 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) baseboard at east wall, north wall, east wall in the 2nd room from north located at apt 4, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Apr 3, 2022 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the private hallway , the kitchen , the bathroom located at apt 4, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Apr 3, 2022 · Apt 4

    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, east wall in the 1st room from north located at apt 4, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Apr 3, 2022 · Apt 4

    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 12, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Arrange and make self-closing the doors .. in the entrance located at apt 4, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Dec 6, 2018 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    § 329, m/d law and dept. rules and regs. provide a completed certificate of inspection visits in a proper frame at or near mailboxes, bottom edge of frame between 48-62 inches above floor missing at public hall

    Dec 6, 2018

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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

    Dec 6, 2018

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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

    Dec 6, 2018

    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. at public hall, 1st story

    Dec 6, 2018

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Arrange and make self-closing the doors in the basement at boiler room

    Dec 6, 2018

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair and abate unsafe electric wiring condition consisting of exposed wiring throughout at basement

    Dec 6, 2018

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant plaster at ceiling throughout the basement

    Dec 6, 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 14, 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 23, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of exposed electric wire 1 sty public hall.

    Apr 3, 1989

    Open — Nov certified late
  • B

    Properly secure the loose light fixture 1 sty public hall.

    Apr 3, 1989

    Open — Nov certified late
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective plaster board ceilingeast center cellar.

    Sep 10, 1986

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code arrange and make self-closing the doors bulkhead to roof over public hall stairs.

    Sep 10, 1986

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code replace with new the broken or defective wire glass skylight bulkhead over public hall stairs.

    Sep 10, 1986

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

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

    Sep 10, 1986

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code replace with new the missing electrical junction box cover ceiling cellar east front.

    Sep 10, 1986

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code replace with new the missing electrical junction box cover wall cellar stairs enclosure south.

    Sep 10, 1986

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective brickwork at lintels over windows east 2 & 3 stys.

    Sep 3, 1986

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 3

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2011 inspection report

    Mar 1, 2013

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 3, 2008

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 19, 2007

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 2

  • Class - 2

    Holes in walls and ceiling.no chimney clean out.chimney not properly sealed.boiler room door not marked. correct violating conditions and submit a certificate of correction.

    Mar 2, 2022 · Penalty $655

    Active
  • Non-hazardous

    Plumbing work w/out a permit in the cellar saw new heating boiler and new hot water heater installed w/ new gas piping no permit issued for this work remedy:obtain a permit if feasible or restore to prior legal

    Dec 17, 2004 · Penalty $800

    Active

Complaints

  • Door/window

    Door

    Aug 21, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Aug 3, 2026 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Aug 3, 2026 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    May 27, 2026 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    May 27, 2026 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    May 27, 2026 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    May 27, 2026 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    May 27, 2026 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    May 27, 2026 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Stairs

    Apr 14, 2026 · Apt 4

    Close
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  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Jan 15, 2026 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Jan 15, 2026 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Jan 15, 2026 · Apt 4

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Jan 15, 2026 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Jan 11, 2026 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Jan 11, 2026 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Jan 11, 2026 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jan 11, 2026 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Safety

    Fire escape

    Jan 11, 2026 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jan 5, 2026 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Jan 5, 2026 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Jan 5, 2026 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Jan 5, 2026 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Jan 5, 2026 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jan 5, 2026 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Jan 5, 2026 · Apt 4

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Jan 5, 2026 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Jan 5, 2026 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Jan 5, 2026 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Safety

    Fire escape

    Jan 5, 2026 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Jan 5, 2026 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window pane

    Jan 5, 2026 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jan 5, 2026 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Jan 5, 2026 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jan 5, 2026 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Radiator

    Mar 29, 2022 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Mar 29, 2022 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Mar 29, 2022 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Mar 29, 2022 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Mar 29, 2022 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Sep 7, 2020 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Aug 31, 2020 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Electric

    No lighting

    Jul 28, 2020 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 13, 2005 · Apt 1F

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    May 5, 2004 · Apt 3R

    Open

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 (S4)
Year built
1926
Floors
3
Residential units
4
Building area
3,780 ft²
Lot area
1,458 ft²
Zoning
R6
Community board
305
Council district
42
Block / lot
4303 / 10
Assessed value
$266,850
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #368325, last renewed Sep 8, 2025.

Questions about 516 New Lots Avenue

Who owns 516 New Lots Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Ortiz, Joseph.

Does 516 New Lots Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 45 housing violations at this property.

Is 516 New Lots 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 516 New Lots Avenue built?

City records list 1926 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 516 New Lots Avenue?

It has 4 residential units and 5 units in total.

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