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
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 · 45
- BHazardous
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 - ANon-hazardous
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 - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective wire glass at skylight at public hall, 4th story
May 29, 2026
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
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 - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective at boiler room in the cellar
Sep 21, 2022
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Remove the illegal fastening slide bolt capable of being locked at roof bulkhead door
Sep 21, 2022
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
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 - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant ceiling at south cellar
Sep 21, 2022
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
Remove all encumbrances consisting of construction material at public hall stairs, 3rd story
Aug 1, 2022
Closed — Violation closed
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- CImmediately hazardous
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 - CImmediately hazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - CImmediately hazardous
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 - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective door lock in the entrance at public hall, 1st story
Apr 3, 2022
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
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 - ANon-hazardous
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 - ANon-hazardous
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 - ANon-hazardous
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 - ANon-hazardous
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 - CImmediately hazardous
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 - CImmediately hazardous
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 - ANon-hazardous
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 - CImmediately hazardous
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 - 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, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
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 - ANon-hazardous
§ 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 - ANon-hazardous
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 - ANon-hazardous
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 - ANon-hazardous
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 - BHazardous
Arrange and make self-closing the doors in the basement at boiler room
Dec 6, 2018
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair and abate unsafe electric wiring condition consisting of exposed wiring throughout at basement
Dec 6, 2018
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant plaster at ceiling throughout the basement
Dec 6, 2018
Closed — Violation dismissed - 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 14, 2016
Closed — Violation dismissed - 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.
Feb 23, 2015
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of exposed electric wire 1 sty public hall.
Apr 3, 1989
Open — Nov certified late - BHazardous
Properly secure the loose light fixture 1 sty public hall.
Apr 3, 1989
Open — Nov certified late - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
D26-10.01 adm code replace with new the missing electrical junction box cover ceiling cellar east front.
Sep 10, 1986
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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
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.