5206 Church Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11203BBL 3-04700-0003Map
Owner of record: Genesis Realty NY LLC
5206 Church Avenue is a mixed residential and retail building built in 1931 in Brooklyn, 11203. It has 5 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is Genesis Realty NY LLC. HPD has recorded 159 housing violations here, most recently on May 4, 2026. 20 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.
- HPD violations
- 159
- DOB violations
- 27
- ECB violations
- 2
- HPD complaints
- 165
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 · 159
- 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.
May 4, 2026
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at building entrance , 1st story
Apr 19, 2026
Closed — Violation closed - 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 18, 2025
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latch set at building entrance door
Jun 23, 2025
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective door frame at door leading to cellar at public hall, 1st story
Jun 16, 2025
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
§ 185, 240 m/d law properly fire retard in accordance with the rules and regulations of this department the cellar ceiling under 100 sq feet , no fire watch needed at cellar
Jun 16, 2025
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor at public hall, 2nd story
Jun 16, 2025
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective door frame at bulkhead door , 3rd story
Jun 16, 2025
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor at vestibule at public hall
Jun 16, 2025
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at vestibule door at public hall
Jun 16, 2025
Closed — Violation closed
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- CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latchset at vestibule door at public hall
Jun 16, 2025
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latchset at building entrance door at public hall
Jun 16, 2025
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Cleanse and disinfect to the satisfaction of this department after removing the sewage water at front and rear at cellar
Jun 16, 2025
Open — Nov sent out - 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.
Jun 9, 2025
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tile grout at north, south and east wall in the bathroom located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Mar 10, 2025 · Apt 2R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tile at east wall in the bathroom located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Mar 10, 2025 · Apt 2R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective marble saddle at floor at entrance in the bathroom located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Mar 10, 2025 · Apt 2R
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Mar 10, 2025 · Apt 2R
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the east wall and ceiling in the private hallway located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Mar 10, 2025 · Apt 2R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective concrete floor at public hall, 1st story
Mar 10, 2025
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective at front entrance to building hinge , 1st story
May 23, 2024
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 9, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed - 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.
Mar 21, 2023
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 4, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective mailboxes , 1st story
Mar 8, 2022
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Refit door at building entrance front , 1st story
Mar 8, 2022
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective in the entrance located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Mar 8, 2022 · Apt 2R
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Mar 8, 2022 · Apt 2R
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective lower sash pane at window at north wall in the 1st room from north located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Mar 8, 2022 · Apt 2R
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Mar 8, 2022 · Apt 2R
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - 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, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - 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.
Feb 23, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... at the decorative wood moulidng above window at east wall . approx 1 sq ft in the bathroom located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jun 21, 2021 · Apt 3R
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... at the decorative wood moulidng above window at east wall . approx 1 sq ft in the bathroom located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south original violation 14400539 issued 21-jun-21 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code §27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).
Jun 21, 2021 · Apt 3R
Open — Defect letter issued - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective base cabinet at sink in the kitchen located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jun 21, 2021 · Apt 3R
Open — Not complied with - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jun 21, 2021 · Apt 3R
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective connection wasteline at sink in the kitchen located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jun 21, 2021 · Apt 3R
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jun 21, 2021 · Apt 3R
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Cleanse to the satisfaction of this department the ceramic tiles surface and grouted joints of visible (mold) at east wall at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jun 21, 2021 · Apt 3R
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 7, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... at south window jamb (approx. 1 sq. ft.) in the bathroom located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Apr 1, 2021 · Apt 3R
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... at south window jamb (approx. 1 sq. ft.) in the bathroom located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south original violation 14117324 issued 01-apr-21 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code §27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).
Apr 1, 2021 · Apt 3R
Open — Defect letter issued - BHazardous
Remove all obstructions and repair all defects in wasteline at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Apr 1, 2021 · Apt 3R
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective mail box door apartment 1r at public hall, 1st story
Apr 1, 2021
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Apr 1, 2021 · Apt 3R
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Install the missing or repair/replace the defective window guard(s) in accordance with the specifications of the new york city health code section 24 rcny chapter 12. wg to install = 5; wg to replace = 0; wg to repair = 1; in the entire apartment located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south
Oct 30, 2020 · Apt 1R
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant plaster at ceiling and north wall at public hall stairs, 1st story
Oct 30, 2020
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective at east wall at public hall, 1st story
Oct 30, 2020
Open — Not complied with - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector defective located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south
Oct 30, 2020 · Apt 1R
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south
Oct 30, 2020 · Apt 1R
Closed — Violation closed
DOB building violations · 27
- Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2024 external low pressure inspection
Nov 14, 2025
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2023 external low pressure inspection
Sep 23, 2024
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2020 external low pressure inspection
Jun 30, 2023
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2015 inspection report
Feb 24, 2017
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2014 inspection report
Oct 1, 2015
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2013 inspection report
Mar 3, 2015
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2012 inspection report
May 15, 2014
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2011 inspection report
Mar 1, 2013
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2010 inspection report
Dec 13, 2011
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Lblvio-low pressure boiler boiler required
Dec 31, 2009
Dob violation - active
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- Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 1, 2009
Dob violation - active - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 19, 2007
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 6, 2006
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 31, 2005
Dob violation - active - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 13, 2004
Dob violation - active - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 19, 2003
Dob violation - active - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 26, 2002
Dob violation - active - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 27, 2001
Dob violation - active - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 7, 2000
Dob violation - active - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 16, 1999
Dob violation - active - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
May 4, 1998
Dob violation - active - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Sep 16, 1997
Dob violation - active - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 10, 1997
Dob violation - active - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Aug 29, 1995
Dob violation - active - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jun 1, 1994
Dob violation - active - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Aug 16, 1993
Dob violation - active - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jun 1, 1993
Dob violation - active
ECB violations · 2
- Class - 2
Crown steam boiler has no chimney base cleanout+loose cement at flue to chimney+hwh flue to chimney in poor condition+#2 gas hwh not legally abandoned+unused flue in chimney not sealed up;correct violation+subm
Jun 11, 2025 · Penalty $3,125
Resolve - Class - 2
B265 as per class 2(b265) 28-303.7 failure to file a complete boiler inspection as per dob records. submit a current b09 report. correct all violating conditions and submit the certificate of correction.
Jul 9, 2016 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve
Complaints
- Plumbing
Water supply
Apr 18, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - Unsanitary condition
Sewage
Jun 20, 2025 · Apt 3R
Close - Unsanitary condition
Sewage
Jun 9, 2025 · Apt 3F
Close - Unsanitary condition
Sewage
Jun 9, 2025 · Apt BASEME
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Mar 18, 2025 · Apt 3R
Close - Electric
Power outage
Mar 9, 2025 · Apt BLDG
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Dec 16, 2024 · Apt 3F
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Dec 16, 2024 · Apt 3F
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Dec 16, 2024 · Apt 3F
Close - Water leak
Heavy flow
Dec 3, 2024 · Apt 2R
Close
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- Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Dec 3, 2024 · Apt 2R
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Dec 3, 2024 · Apt 2R
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Oct 16, 2023 · Apt 3RR
Close - Electric
Power outage
Oct 16, 2023 · Apt 3RR
Close - Door/window
Window pane
Oct 16, 2023 · Apt 3RR
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Oct 16, 2023 · Apt 3RR
Close - Door/window
Door
Oct 16, 2023 · Apt 3RR
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Oct 16, 2023 · Apt 3RR
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 18, 2023 · Apt BLDG
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Jan 20, 2022 · Apt 2R
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jan 20, 2022 · Apt 2R
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Jun 19, 2021 · Apt 3R
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jun 19, 2021 · Apt 3R
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Jun 19, 2021 · Apt 3R
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jun 19, 2021 · Apt 3R
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Jun 19, 2021 · Apt 3R
Close - Water leak
Heavy flow
May 9, 2021 · Apt 1R
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
May 9, 2021 · Apt 1R
Close - Appliance
Refrigerator
Mar 30, 2021 · Apt 3R
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Mar 30, 2021 · Apt 3R
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Mar 30, 2021 · Apt 3R
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Feb 2, 2021 · Apt 1R
Close - Electric
Outlet/switch
Feb 2, 2021 · Apt 1R
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Feb 2, 2021 · Apt 1R
Close - Electric
Lighting
Feb 2, 2021 · Apt 1R
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Feb 2, 2021 · Apt 1R
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 2, 2020 · Apt 2R
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Oct 24, 2020 · Apt 2R
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Oct 24, 2020 · Apt 2R
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Oct 24, 2020 · Apt 2R
Close - Electric
No lighting
Oct 23, 2020 · Apt 1R
Close - Electric
Outlet/switch
Oct 23, 2020 · Apt 1R
Close - Electric
Power outage
Oct 23, 2020 · Apt 1R
Close - Safety
Window guard broken/missing
Oct 23, 2020 · Apt 1R
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
May 8, 2020 · Apt BLDG
Close - Plumbing
Toilet
Apr 26, 2020 · Apt 3R
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Apr 26, 2020 · Apt BLDG
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Apr 26, 2020 · Apt 3R
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Apr 26, 2020 · Apt 3R
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Apr 26, 2020 · Apt 3R
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Mixed residential and retail building (S5)
- Year built
- 1931
- Floors
- 3
- Residential units
- 5
- Building area
- 5,280 ft²
- Lot area
- 2,008 ft²
- Zoning
- R5
- Community board
- 317
- Council district
- 45
- Block / lot
- 4700 / 3
- Assessed value
- $355,050
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #325404, last renewed Jan 9, 2026.
Questions about 5206 Church Avenue
Who owns 5206 Church Avenue?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Genesis Realty NY LLC.
Does 5206 Church Avenue have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 159 housing violations at this property.
Is 5206 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 5206 Church Avenue built?
City records list 1931 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 5206 Church Avenue?
It has 5 residential units and 6 units in total.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.