505 Mcdonald Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11218BBL 3-05353-0078Map
Owner of record: Greater Noakhali Bhaban II LLC
505 Mcdonald Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1930 in Brooklyn, 11218. It has 6 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is Greater Noakhali Bhaban II LLC. HPD has recorded 283 housing violations here, most recently on May 5, 2026. 26 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 4 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2019.
- HPD violations
- 283
- DOB violations
- 9
- ECB violations
- 4
- HPD complaints
- 266
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
Counts come from owners' rent-stabilization filings shown on NYC Department of Finance tax bills, as extracted by JustFix. They tell you a building has stabilized apartments, not which ones.
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Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 283
- 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 5, 2026
Open — Nov sent out - 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 19, 2025
Open — Info 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 10, 2025
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 24, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
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
Dec 24, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Dec 24, 2024 · Apt 3R
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinge at apt entrance door in the entrance located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Dec 24, 2024 · Apt 3R
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
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 at public hall, 1st story
Dec 24, 2024
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.
Dec 24, 2024
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 24, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed
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- 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 11, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
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 at public hall, 1st story
Jan 8, 2024
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
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
Jan 8, 2024
Open — Nov sent out - 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.
Jan 8, 2024
Open — Nov sent out - 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, 1st story
Jan 8, 2024
Open — Nov sent out - 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
Jan 8, 2024
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
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
Jan 8, 2024
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective glass at entrance door at public hall, 1st story
Jan 8, 2024
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective locking assembly at vestibule door at public hall, 1st story
Jan 8, 2024
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective vestibule door at public hall, 1st story
Jan 8, 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.
Mar 23, 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 9, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of hot water exceeding the maximum allowable temperature of 130 degrees in the entire apartment located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south
Mar 2, 2022 · Apt 1F
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.
Mar 1, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of bedbugs located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jan 6, 2022 · Apt 1F
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jan 6, 2022 · Apt 1F
Open — Nov certified late - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector defective located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jan 6, 2022 · Apt 1F
Open — Nov certified late - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective lock and assembly at bldg entrance door , 1st story
Jan 6, 2022
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of bedbugs in the entire apartment located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south
Dec 19, 2021 · Apt 1F
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south
Dec 19, 2021 · Apt 1F
Open — Nov certified late - BHazardous
Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from at least 1 window or provide approved type gate in the entire apartment located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south
Dec 19, 2021 · Apt 1F
Open — Nov certified late - 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.
Apr 12, 2021
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.
Apr 12, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of rodents rats in the entire apartment located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Mar 4, 2021 · Apt 1R
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Mar 4, 2021 · Apt 1R
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tile floor in the bathroom located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Mar 4, 2021 · Apt 1R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling and all walls in the kitchen located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Mar 4, 2021 · Apt 1R
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Arrange and make self-closing the doors at apartment entrance located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Mar 4, 2021 · Apt 1R
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective vinyl tile floor in the kitchen located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Mar 4, 2021 · Apt 1R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the south yard
Feb 23, 2021
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling in the 1st room from east located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Feb 8, 2019 · Apt 1R
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all walls and ceiling throughout in the entire apartment located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Feb 8, 2019 · Apt 1R
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective and make operative the bell/buzzer and intercom system at south wall in the private hallway located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Feb 8, 2019 · Apt 1R
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Fire escape defective. adjust the dropladder so that it will slide easily in the guide rods ..front of building at fire escape
Oct 10, 2017
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Fire escape defective. adjust the dropladder so that it will slide easily in the guide rods drop ladder out of guide rod
Sep 25, 2017
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Fire escape defective. adjust the dropladder so that it will slide easily in the guide rods drop ladder out of guide rod
Sep 25, 2017
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the east rear yard, 1st story
Jun 1, 2017
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective lower window balance in the 1st room from east at north located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jun 1, 2017 · Apt 1F
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective lower window balance in the 1st room from east at south located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jun 1, 2017 · Apt 1F
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 10, 2016
Closed — Violation dismissed
DOB building violations · 9
- Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2017 inspection report
Nov 8, 2019
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2016 inspection report
Apr 6, 2018
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2015 inspection report
Feb 24, 2017
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2014 inspection report
Oct 1, 2015
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2013 inspection report
Mar 3, 2015
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2012 inspection report
May 15, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed - 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 1, 2009
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 13, 2004
Dob violation - dismissed
ECB violations · 4
- Class - 2
Failure to maintain building in a code compliant manner. at time of inspection observed ac units installed at 2fl and 3fl window that leads to fire escape at exposure#1. also observed ac units installed inadequ
Jun 10, 2026 · Penalty $6,250
Active - Class - 2
Unapproved unsafe unsuitable electrical equipment apparatus materials devices appliances or wiring in use. defective fixtures in 1st fl lobby. remedy: comply w/ec code.
Oct 16, 2013
Resolve - Class - 2
Unapproved unsafe unsuitable electrical equipment apparatus materials devices appliances or wiring in use. flexible cords use as permanent wiring in living rm in apt 2r. remedy: comply w/ec code.
Oct 16, 2013 · Penalty $400
Resolve - Class - 2
Fail to maintain bldg in a code compliant manner. use of prohibition door and/or hardware per bc 1008.1.8;27-371 (j) at time of inspection observed the illegal use of prohibited hardware on metal gate at rear
Sep 23, 2010 · Penalty $250
Resolve
Complaints
- Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 19, 2025 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 22, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 7, 2024 · Apt 1R
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Oct 31, 2023 · Apt 1R
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Dec 29, 2022 · Apt 1F
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Feb 24, 2022 · Apt 1F
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Feb 24, 2022 · Apt 1F
Close - Safety
Carbon monoxide detector
Feb 24, 2022 · Apt 1F
Close - Door/window
Door
Feb 24, 2022 · Apt 1F
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Dec 3, 2021 · Apt 1F
Close
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- Flooring/stairs
Floor
Mar 2, 2021 · Apt 1R
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Mar 2, 2021 · Apt 1R
Close - Paint/plaster
Cabinet
Mar 2, 2021 · Apt 1R
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Mar 2, 2021 · Apt 1R
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Mar 2, 2021 · Apt 1R
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Feb 21, 2021 · Apt 1R
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 21, 2021 · Apt 1R
Close - Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
Feb 21, 2021 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 21, 2021 · Apt 1R
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Feb 2, 2019 · Apt 1R
Close - General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
Feb 2, 2019 · Apt 1R
Close - Plumbing
Radiator
Feb 2, 2019 · Apt 1R
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Feb 2, 2019 · Apt 1R
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Feb 2, 2019 · Apt 1R
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
May 18, 2018 · Apt 1R
Close - Safety
Smoke detector
May 18, 2018 · Apt 1R
Close - Safety
Carbon monoxide detector
May 18, 2018 · Apt 1R
Close - Door/window
Door
May 18, 2018 · Apt 1R
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
May 18, 2018 · Apt 1R
Close - General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
May 18, 2018 · Apt 1R
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
May 18, 2018 · Apt 1R
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 4, 2018 · Apt 1R
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 6, 2017 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 5, 2017 · Apt 1R
Close - Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
May 24, 2017 · Apt BLDG
Close - Door/window
Window frame
May 24, 2017 · Apt 1F
Close - Door/window
Window frame
May 24, 2017 · Apt 1F
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jul 19, 2016 · Apt 2R
Close - General
Cabinet
Jul 19, 2016 · Apt 2R
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jul 19, 2016 · Apt 2R
Close - Water leak
Heavy flow
Jul 19, 2016 · Apt 2R
Close - General
Cabinet
Jun 2, 2016 · Apt 2R
Close - Water leak
Heavy flow
Jun 2, 2016 · Apt 2R
Close - Water leak
Damp spot
Apr 12, 2016 · Apt 2R
Close - Water leak
Heavy flow
Apr 12, 2016 · Apt 2R
Close - Water leak
Heavy flow
Mar 12, 2016 · Apt 1F
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Mar 1, 2016 · Apt 2R
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Mar 1, 2016 · Apt 2R
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Feb 15, 2016 · Apt 2R
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Feb 15, 2016 · Apt 2R
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C2)
- Year built
- 1930
- Floors
- 3
- Residential units
- 6
- Building area
- 4,929 ft²
- Lot area
- 2,958 ft²
- Zoning
- R5
- Community board
- 312
- Council district
- 39
- Block / lot
- 5353 / 78
- Assessed value
- $345,600
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #359194, last renewed Sep 21, 2024.
Questions about 505 Mcdonald Avenue
Who owns 505 Mcdonald Avenue?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Greater Noakhali Bhaban II LLC.
Does 505 Mcdonald Avenue have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 283 housing violations at this property.
Is 505 Mcdonald Avenue rent stabilized?
NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 4 rent-stabilized units here in 2019 (about 67% of its 6 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.
When was 505 Mcdonald Avenue built?
City records list 1930 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 505 Mcdonald Avenue?
It has 6 residential units.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.