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5505 Church Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11203BBL 3-04681-0049Map

Owner of record: Monica Bembridge Irrevocable Living Trus T

5505 Church Avenue is a mixed residential and retail building built in 1931 in Brooklyn, 11203. It has 2 residential units across 2 floors. The owner of record is Monica Bembridge Irrevocable Living Trus T. HPD has recorded 15 housing violations here, most recently on November 17, 2020. 15 of the 15 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
15
DOB violations
3
ECB violations
6
HPD complaints
36

What to know

Concern
1 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation Nov 17, 2020

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 · 15

  • 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

    Nov 17, 2020

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures gas range in the kitchen located at apt 2f, 2nd story

    May 13, 2015 · Apt 2F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 2f, 2nd story

    May 13, 2015 · Apt 2F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 2f, 2nd story

    May 13, 2015 · Apt 2F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Remove all obstructions and repair all defects in - bathtub bathroom 2nd sty. front apt.

    Jan 16, 2004

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Properly repair the broken or defective - and make operable front windows 2nd sty. front apt,

    Jan 16, 2004

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department - ceiling of 2nd sty. public hall.

    Jan 16, 2004

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department - ceilings of all rooms 2nd sty. front apt.

    Jan 16, 2004

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of exposed electric wires north wall in the kitchen located at apt b-2, 2nd story, apartment at south

    Sep 24, 2003 · Apt B-2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Properly repair the broken or defective electric wall outlet north wall in the kitchen located at apt b-2, 2nd story, apartment at south

    Sep 24, 2003 · Apt B-2

    Open — Nov sent out
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  • A

    Abate the nuisance consisting of exposed electirc wires cieling in the 1st room from north located at apt b-2, 2nd story, apartment at south

    Sep 24, 2003 · Apt B-2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective counter balance upper and lower sashes of windows in the entire apartment located at apt b-2, 2nd story, apartment at south

    Sep 24, 2003 · Apt B-2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly secure the loose electric light fixture to north wall in the bathroom located at apt b2, 2nd story, apartment at south

    Sep 24, 2003 · Apt B2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Properly secure the loose stationary ladder to scuttle opening at public hall, 2nd story

    Sep 24, 2003

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice in the entire apartment located at apt b-2, 2nd story, apartment at south

    Sep 24, 2003 · Apt B-2

    Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 3

  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Apr 18, 2012

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Apr 6, 1990

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Mar 31, 1990

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 6

  • Class - 1

    At time of inspection observed at 1st floor unprotected/exposed electrical wiring exit passageway to back of the building partially obstructed by cement. at cellar level boiler room door not self closing and ma

    Jul 24, 2026 · Penalty $2,500

    Active
  • Class - 2

    At time of inspection observed at cellar level installed full height partition and created multiple rooms no premises found on dob records for this work. remedy: obtain permit.

    Jul 24, 2026 · Penalty $1,250

    Active
  • Class - 1

    At time of inspection observed installed at 1st floor gas fired cooking equipment with related gas piping. job #b00425367 filed for this work but no permit issued. vacate 1st floor. remedy: obtain permit.

    Jul 24, 2026 · Penalty $2,500

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/the commissioner's order to file a c of c w/the dept of buildings for notice of violation #34940227x issued on 1/21/12 pursuant to 28-204.4 & 1rcny 102-01. remedy: file a c of c.

    Mar 22, 2012 · Penalty $2,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain building in a code complaint manner. noted: at ground floor eating & drinking d/b/a 'monique's affaire' exposed wiring from light fixtures not properly secured to ceiling;pool table dead

    Jan 21, 2012 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work w/o permit. glass block and plywood dfo booth created a 1 sty rear w/o approval and permits remedy:obtain approvals and required if feasible or restore portion of 1sty rear to prior legal condition

    Apr 26, 2003 · Penalty $2,500

    Active

Complaints

  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 4, 2025 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Nov 11, 2020 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Nov 11, 2020 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Nov 11, 2020 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 26, 2016 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    May 1, 2015 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    May 1, 2015 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    May 1, 2015 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    May 1, 2015 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Nov 21, 2014 · Apt 2F

    Close
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  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Nov 21, 2014 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Nov 21, 2014 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Safety

    Window guard broken/missing

    Nov 21, 2014 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Feb 14, 2014 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Feb 14, 2014 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Electric

    Electric-supply

    Jul 24, 2013 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Dec 28, 2011 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Dec 28, 2011 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Dec 28, 2011 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Dec 28, 2011 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • General

    Locks

    Dec 28, 2011 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 9, 2010 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 15, 2003 · Apt B-2

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 7, 2003 · Apt B-2

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 7, 2003 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 22, 2003 · Apt B-2

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 20, 2003 · Apt D1

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 20, 2003 · Apt B-2

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 19, 2003 · Apt B-2

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 18, 2003 · Apt B-2

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Sep 17, 2003 · Apt B-2

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Sep 17, 2003 · Apt B-2

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Sep 17, 2003 · Apt B-2

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Sep 17, 2003 · Apt B-2

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Sep 17, 2003 · Apt B-2

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Sep 17, 2003 · Apt B-2

    Close

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 (S2)
Year built
1931
Floors
2
Residential units
2
Building area
2,660 ft²
Lot area
1,822 ft²
Zoning
R5
Community board
317
Council district
41
Block / lot
4681 / 49
Assessed value
$43,500
Landmark / historic district
No

Questions about 5505 Church Avenue

Who owns 5505 Church Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Monica Bembridge Irrevocable Living Trus T.

Does 5505 Church Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 15 housing violations at this property.

Is 5505 Church 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 5505 Church Avenue built?

City records list 1931 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 5505 Church Avenue?

It has 2 residential units and 3 units in total.

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