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501 Surf Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11224BBL 3-07279-7501Map

Owner of record: Unavailable Owner

501 Surf Avenue is a condominium built in 1964 in Brooklyn, 11224. It has 735 residential units across 24 floors. The owner of record is Unavailable Owner. HPD has recorded 239 housing violations here, most recently on September 16, 2026. 35 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 56 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
239
DOB violations
106
ECB violations
59
HPD complaints
734

What to know

Concern
5 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Watch
Last violation Sep 16, 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

Rent-stabilized units in 2024
56
About 8% of the building's 735 apartments
Down from 93 in 2018

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.

Stabilized units by tax-bill year

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Violations

Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.

HPD housing violations · 239

  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 5k, 5th story, 4th apartment from south at west

    Sep 16, 2026 · Apt 5K

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 5k, 5th story, 4th apartment from south at west

    Sep 16, 2026 · Apt 5K

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt 22k, 22nd story, 3rd apartment from south at west

    May 28, 2026 · Apt 22K

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the foyer located at apt 16j, 16th story, 3rd apartment from north at east

    Mar 3, 2026 · Apt 16J

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective terrace door handle in the 3rd room from north located at apt 16j, 16th story, 3rd apartment from north at east

    Mar 3, 2026 · Apt 16J

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at building entrance door

    Feb 11, 2026

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective washbasin cabinet in the bathroom located at apt 16j, 16th story, 3rd apartment from north at east

    Sep 14, 2025 · Apt 16J

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective sink base cabinet in the kitchen located at apt 16j, 16th story, 3rd apartment from north at east

    Sep 14, 2025 · Apt 16J

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the 2nd room from north at east located at apt 16j, 16th story, 3rd apartment from north at east

    Sep 14, 2025 · Apt 16J

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the foyer located at apt 16j, 16th story, 3rd apartment from north at east

    Sep 14, 2025 · Apt 16J

    Open — Nov sent out
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  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the 1st room from north located at apt 16j, 16th story, 3rd apartment from north at east

    Sep 14, 2025 · Apt 16J

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective door hinges in the entrance located at apt 16j, 16th story, 3rd apartment from north at east

    Sep 14, 2025 · Apt 16J

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective make door self-closing in the entrance located at apt 16j, 17th story, 3rd apartment from north at east

    Aug 24, 2025 · Apt 16J

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective floor board at base cabinet at wash basin in the bathroom located at apt 16j, 17th story, 3rd apartment from north at east

    Aug 24, 2025 · Apt 16J

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floors in the 2nd room from north at east located at apt 16j, 17th story, 3rd apartment from north at east

    Aug 24, 2025 · Apt 16J

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective floor board at base cabinet at kitchen sink in the kitchen located at apt 16j, 17th story, 3rd apartment from north at east

    Aug 24, 2025 · Apt 16J

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the 1st room from north located at apt 16j, 17th story, 3rd apartment from north at east

    Aug 24, 2025 · Apt 16J

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard-paint that is xrf tested inconclusive for lead content at 0.5mg/cm2 and is presumed lead paint as set forth in (28 rcny §11-07(b)) and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface-using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) 1st door frame from south at west wall in the foyer located at apt 16j, 16th story, 3rd apartment from north at east

    Jul 21, 2025 · Apt 16J

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective make the entrance door self-closing in the entrance located at apt 16j, 16th story, 3rd apartment from north at east

    Jul 21, 2025 · Apt 16J

    Open — Certification postponment denied
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak laminate floor panels in the 1st room from north located at apt 16j, 16th story, 3rd apartment from north at east

    Jul 21, 2025 · Apt 16J

    Open — Certification postponment denied
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak laminate floor panels in the 2nd room from north at east located at apt 16j, 16th story, 3rd apartment from north at east

    Jul 21, 2025 · Apt 16J

    Open — Certification postponment denied
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak parquet wood floor in the foyer located at apt 16j, 16th story, 3rd apartment from north at east

    Jul 21, 2025 · Apt 16J

    Open — Certification postponment denied
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the bathroom , the 3rd room from north located at apt 16j, 16th story, 3rd apartment from north at east

    Jul 21, 2025 · Apt 16J

    Open — Certification postponment denied
  • C

    Certify compliance with lead-based paint hazard control requirements during period of unit vacancy by performing activities necessary to abate presumed lead paint that is xrf tested inconclusive at 0.5 mg/cm2 (28 rcny §11-07(b)) from required window and/or door friction surfaces and make floors smooth and cleanable, in an apartment with a child under six located at apt 16j, 16th story, 3rd apartment from north at east

    Jul 21, 2025 · Apt 16J

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 16j, 16th story, 3rd apartment from north at east

    Jul 21, 2025 · Apt 16J

    Open — Certification postponment denied
  • A

    Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation at 1st door from south at west wall in the foyer located at apt 16j, 16th story, 3rd apartment from north at east

    Jul 21, 2025 · Apt 16J

    Open — Certification postponment denied
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at north wall in the 3rd room from north located at apt 16j, 16th story, 3rd apartment from north at east

    Jul 21, 2025 · Apt 16J

    Open — Certification postponment denied
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 12j, 12th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jun 11, 2025 · Apt 12J

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective latch at fire door leading to compactor closet at south section west at public hall, 16th story

    Sep 30, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective door leading to compactor closet at south, latch, section west at public hall, 16th story

    Sep 30, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective at 1st fire door from east, hinges, section west at public hall, 1st story

    Sep 30, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the 2nd bathroom from north located at apt 6g, 6th story, 1st apartment from south at west , section ''601a''

    May 30, 2024 · Apt 6G

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the 2nd bathroom from north located at apt 6g, 6th story, 1st apartment from south at west , section ''601a''

    May 30, 2024 · Apt 6G

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the 1st bathroom from north located at apt 6g, 6th story, 1st apartment from south at west , section ''601a''

    May 30, 2024 · Apt 6G

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the 1st bathroom from north located at apt 6g, 6th story, 1st apartment from south at west , section ''601a''

    May 30, 2024 · Apt 6G

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Remove device preventing door from being self-closing kick down door stand at door in the entrance located at apt 23f, 23rd story, 4th apartment from north at east , section ''601a''

    May 30, 2024 · Apt 23F

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tile in the 6th room from east located at apt 10f, 10th story, 4th apartment from north at east , section ''601a''

    May 30, 2024 · Apt 10F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tile in the 2nd room from east at south located at apt 10f, 10th story, 4th apartment from north at east , section ''601a''

    May 30, 2024 · Apt 10F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tile in the private hallway located at apt 10f, 10th story, 4th apartment from north at east , section ''601a''

    May 30, 2024 · Apt 10F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective lower sash counter balance at 1st window from north at east in the 3rd room from east located at apt 10f, 10th story, 4th apartment from north at east , section ''601a''

    May 30, 2024 · Apt 10F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective sliding metal door to balcony in the 1st room from north located at apt 10f, 10th story, 8th apartment from north at east

    Feb 28, 2024 · Apt 10F

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color east wall in the 3rd room from north located at apt 10f, 10th story, 8th apartment from north at east

    Feb 28, 2024 · Apt 10F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... at north wall approx 1sq.ft, and east wall approx 3sq.ft in the 2nd room from north located at apt 10f, 10th story, 8th apartment from north at east

    Feb 28, 2024 · Apt 10F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at ceiling at basement at public hall

    Feb 14, 2024

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective vinyl tiles at floor in the private hallway located at apt 10f, 10th story, 4th apartment from north at east

    Feb 14, 2024 · Apt 10F

    Open — Not complied with
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department wood molding at east wall in the 3rd room from north at east located at apt 10f, 10th story, 4th apartment from north at east

    Feb 14, 2024 · Apt 10F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the east wall in the 4th room from north at east located at apt 10f, 10th story, 4th apartment from north at east

    Feb 14, 2024 · Apt 10F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective at 1st fire door from north, hinges, at basement at public hall

    Feb 14, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Remove device preventing door from being self-closing removable door stopper at fire door leading to laundry at west at basement at public hall

    Feb 14, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective 2nd fire door from east, at basement at public hall

    Feb 14, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 106

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2018 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 20, 2023

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2018 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 20, 2023

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2018 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 20, 2023

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2018 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 20, 2023

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Jan 20, 2021

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Nov 11, 2020

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Failure to submit eer none

    Failure to submit an eer per ad. code sec. 28-308.4 in 2019

    Jun 29, 2020

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 15, 2019

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 14, 2019

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 14, 2019

    Dob violation - resolved
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  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 14, 2019

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 14, 2019

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 14, 2019

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 14, 2019

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 14, 2019

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Failure to benchmark none

    Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4

    May 2, 2019

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jun 28, 2018

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jun 28, 2018

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jun 28, 2018

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jun 28, 2018

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Failure to benchmark none

    Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4

    May 2, 2017

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Facade safety program facade required

    Fisp-facade safety program facade required

    Feb 20, 2017

    Dob violation - active
  • Facade safety program facade required

    Fisp-facade safety program facade required

    Feb 20, 2017

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 3, 2016

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 3, 2016

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 3, 2016

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 3, 2016

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 3, 2016

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 3, 2016

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 3, 2016

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 3, 2016

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Nov 12, 2015

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Nov 12, 2015

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 9, 2013

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 9, 2013

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 9, 2013

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 9, 2013

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 9, 2013

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 9, 2013

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 9, 2013

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 9, 2013

    Dob violation - resolved
  • No report and / or late filing (facade) facade required

    Failed to file fisp cycle 7a technical report by 02/21/2012

    Jan 31, 2013

    Dob violation - active
  • No report and / or late filing (facade) facade required

    Failed to file fisp cycle 7a technical report by 02/21/2012

    Jan 31, 2013

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 25, 2012

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Facade facade optional

    Unsafe local law 11/98 report filed

    May 3, 2012

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Facade facade optional

    Unsafe local law 11/98 report filed

    May 3, 2012

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Mar 16, 2012

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Dec 30, 2011

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Dec 30, 2011

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Dec 30, 2011

    Dob violation - resolved

ECB violations · 59

  • Class - 1

    Class 1 item: inoperative fire service.

    Jun 10, 2024 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Cease use item: inoeprative fire service.

    Jun 10, 2024 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Cease use item: defective zone lock restrictor. class 2 items: shorten hoist ropes. shorten governor rope. misaligned cab mirror. expired brake mainteance tag. seal hoist machine leaks.

    Apr 16, 2024 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    At time of inspection observed additional parking spots have been created in the parking lot. concrete islands have been removed to create spaces. pedestrian sidewalk has been modified made smaller impeding ped

    Nov 22, 2023 · Penalty $1,250

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Failure to provide approved/accept plans a job site at time of inspec tion. note at time of inspection no approve plans were presented upon request.stop all work immediately in apt 5r, except to make area safe.

    Jul 19, 2023

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Site not conforming to the cd5 plans,1) as per plan tiebacks and lifelines are supposed to tie to the bulkhead but at the site attached to anchor plates 2)staging frame of outriggers resting on the gravel top,

    Jan 20, 2023 · Penalty $625

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to provide overhead protection. at exp#3 nw side installed two suspended scaffold and stored apprx. 10' above ground where building exit and public walk way, no overhead protection provided at this area

    Feb 9, 2022 · Penalty $2,400

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain building in a code-compliant manner. observed commercial dryer vents less than 10 ft from operable openings in violation of mc-501.1., repair and/or replace; conform dryer vent location(s) t

    Feb 9, 2022

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Replace worn gibs where needed. secure gibs where needed. shorten hoist ropes.

    Mar 1, 2021 · Penalty $310

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Replace worn gibs where needed. secure gibs where needed. muted alarm bell. provide in case of fire sign in lobby. secure conduit to disc brake monitor. adjust cab mirror

    Mar 1, 2021 · Penalty $310

    Resolve
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  • Class - 2

    Shorten hoist ropes. replace worn gibs where needed. secure gibs where needed. main line not in line of sight of hoist machine; provide auxiliary stop switch. muted alarm bell

    Mar 1, 2021 · Penalty $310

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Shorten gov rope. shorten hoist ropes. replace worn gibs where needed. secure gibs where needed. missing in case of fire sign in lobby. inoperative pit light. muted alarm bell

    Mar 1, 2021 · Penalty $310

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Replace worn gibs where needed. secure gibs where needed. adjust cab mirror. shorten gov rope. muted alarm bell. unlabeled mr door. mr door missing fire rating

    Feb 17, 2021 · Penalty $310

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Replace worn gibs where needed. secure gibs where needed. adjust cab mirror. missing in case of fire sign in lobby. adjust top landing hoistway door spring closure. unlabled mr door. mr door missing fire rating

    Feb 17, 2021 · Penalty $310

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Replace worn gibs where needed. secure gibs where needed. adjust cab mirror. shorten gov rope. mising in case of fire sign in lobby. oil leaking into top of shaft. unreadable controller fuses

    Feb 17, 2021 · Penalty $310

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Replace worn gibs where needed. secure gibs where needed. adjust cab mirror. shorten gov rope

    Feb 17, 2021 · Penalty $310

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to safeguard public note:at time of my inspection in response to an accident where temporary construction fence blown out and hit a pedestrian on the back.i observed yodock barriers with chain link wrap

    Nov 30, 2020 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Permit holder failed to ensure workers recieve site orientation.note:at time of my inspection of a 24 story building under lobby renovation i observed 5 construction workers on site upon request for their site

    Nov 30, 2020 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to post & distribute notice to occupants of tpp.gc failed in his duties to file/distribute tpp on all floors. remedy: post/distribute notice

    Oct 20, 2020

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to post or distribute safe construction bill of rights. time of inspection observed scbofr not posted throughout building for job ofan occupied building. remedy: comply with notice of violation

    Oct 20, 2020

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to provide approved/accepted construction documents at job site at time of inspection. time of inspection i asked to see dob drawings to view work that was done. the only worker on site said he didn't k

    Oct 20, 2020

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Work w/o a permit. time of inspection it was observed the contractor failed in his duties to renew electrical permit. the electrical work isstill ongoing w/o a permit. the permit expired 10/15/2020. remedy:obta

    Oct 20, 2020

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Unapproved/unsafe/unsuitable electrical equipment,apparatus material,devices,appliances or wiring in use. time of inspection it was observedthat the electrical work was not safely maintained. live wiring was ex

    Oct 20, 2020 · Penalty $1,600

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the cert of occupancy or bldg dept records. at time of inspection observed approx 402 parking spaces contrary to c of o#235952,issued 3/5/1902 w/257 parking spaces plus obs

    Sep 1, 2020

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Observed at 940 am on03/20/20 in apt 10l plumbing work with out a permit . new copper piping was installed off the riser . 11 1/2 nipple for the basin was removed . dept records reveal no permit was filed . per

    Mar 20, 2020

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Work without a permit.the owner of unit#18l has installed a split air condition unit with condenser mocented on the exterior terrace.unit has hard wire electrical power with indirect drain leading to floor drai

    Feb 11, 2020

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Work without permit:noted:owner of unit#18l has installed a split airconditioning unit with condenser mounted on exterior terrace.unit has hard wire electric power,with indirect drain leading to floor drain in

    Aug 27, 2019

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to have new altered plumbing system tested i observed new gas valve was installed behind stove and new water valves installed under kitchen sink in apartments 7j and 23m, perform test

    Jun 14, 2019

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Gas being supplied to building without inspection and certification by dob i observed in apartments 7j and 23m new gas valve installed behind stoves supplying gas to stove , file for required permits and have

    Jun 14, 2019

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Work with out a permit i observed in apartment 7j and 23m new gas valve installed behind stove and new water valves installed under the kitchen sink also apartment 22a remove trap for bathroom sink , obtain p

    Jun 14, 2019

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to properly bond electrical system.service entrance raceways and equipment are not bonded together.observed at 4:00pm hazardous anddangerous. rmdy: provide proper bonding.

    Jan 21, 2015

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Misc viol of the electrical code technical standards. observed bondingnot on street side of neutral link. rmdy: provide proper bonding.

    Jan 21, 2015

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Unapproved unsafe unsuitable electrical equipment apparatus, materialsdevices appliances a wiring in use. undersized raceway to each pipe bond (ground floor) rmdy: comply with ec code.

    Jan 21, 2015

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Msc viol of the electrical code technical standards. service in excessof 1000 kva has not been submitted for approval. rmdy: comply with ec code.

    Jan 21, 2015

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to property bond electrical systems observed at 4pm service switch neutral not bonded to enclosure. hazardous and dangerous. rmdy: provide proper bonding.

    Jan 21, 2015

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Misc viol. of the electrical code technical standards. outdoor manholering is not grounded. hazardous and dangerous. rmdy: comply with ec code.

    Jan 21, 2015

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Electrical work does not conform to approved submitted documents,amendments, conductors panels, bdp, tdp3,not as per drawings.rmdy: conform work to approved documents, amendments.

    Jan 21, 2015

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to provide adequate circuit overcurrent protection device per table. no fuse coordination exists, tdp#1 bdp, dp#6,td#3 hazardous and dangerous. rmdy: provide adequate overcurrent protection

    Jan 21, 2015

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Misc viol. of the electrical code technical standards.failure to provide signage for electrical close. rmdy: provide proper signage comply with ec code.

    Jan 21, 2015

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to file an acceptable cycle 7 technical report in compliance with code provisions: periodic inspection of exterior walls & appurtenances as required by article 28-302 & the dept of bldgs rules & regulat

    Jun 9, 2014 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    16r09,67l10,61g. 16r- vision panel grills on wrong side of door. 67l- repair/reprogram. 61g- unreadable fuses.

    Jan 29, 2013 · Penalty $250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    16r09,67l10,39x10, 16r- grills on wrong side of door. 67l- repair/reprogram. 39x- light

    Jan 29, 2013 · Penalty $250

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Performing unlicensed plumbing work w/o a master plumbers license. work noted: apt 23m bathroom & under kitchen sink. remedy: comply w/ code

    Jan 6, 2010

    Resolve
  • Class - 3

    Working w/o a permit. apt 23m plumbing work noted: newly installed shower body & tub installed in bathroom w/o a permit. dob indicates no permit issued to apt., (2) also all new electrical installed throughout

    Jan 6, 2010

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    52k11.100h11.52k rouge build-up hoist ropes 100h lobby fl door saddle

    Nov 24, 2009 · Penalty $500

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    97x10.03h11.97x repair and restore to service 03h car door saddle worn

    Nov 24, 2009 · Penalty $500

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    97x10.69m7.81m7 97x0 repair and restore to service so a full inspetioncan be made by this dept

    Sep 21, 2009

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    34m07.17h11.11x10.39q03.52b11.39m07.34m07 18 flfacia 11x10 in car phone 39q03 car top lite 39m07car top fan

    Jan 31, 2009

    Resolve
  • Class - 3

    53k11,45o02. 53k rust on ropes and gov of 3p6264.

    Aug 4, 2008

    Resolve
  • Class - 3

    52h11. 52h11 hoist ropes work.

    Aug 4, 2008

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Door/window

    Door

    Oct 9, 2026 · Apt 18L

    Open
  • Door/window

    Door frame

    Oct 9, 2026 · Apt 18L

    Open
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Sep 22, 2026 · Apt 5K

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Sep 11, 2026 · Apt 5K

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Sep 8, 2026 · Apt 5K

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    May 10, 2026 · Apt 18H

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    May 10, 2026 · Apt 18H

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    May 1, 2026 · Apt 18H

    Close
  • Safety

    Sprinkler

    Apr 5, 2026 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Apr 5, 2026 · Apt 1

    Close
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  • Safety

    Fire escape

    Mar 25, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Feb 27, 2026 · Apt 16J

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Feb 27, 2026 · Apt 16J

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 8, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 7, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Feb 4, 2026 · Apt 21N

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Feb 4, 2026 · Apt 21N

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Feb 4, 2026 · Apt 21N

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 24, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 22, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Oct 18, 2025 · Apt 10F

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Oct 16, 2025 · Apt 5P

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Sep 12, 2025 · Apt 16J

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Sep 12, 2025 · Apt 16J

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Sep 12, 2025 · Apt 16J

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Sep 12, 2025 · Apt 22M

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Aug 22, 2025 · Apt 16J

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Aug 22, 2025 · Apt 16J

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Aug 22, 2025 · Apt 16J

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Aug 22, 2025 · Apt 16J

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Aug 4, 2025 · Apt 12M

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Jul 20, 2025 · Apt 16J

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Jul 20, 2025 · Apt 16J

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jun 9, 2025 · Apt 12J

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jun 9, 2025 · Apt 12J

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Apr 24, 2025 · Apt 6G

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Apr 24, 2025 · Apt 6G

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Mar 3, 2025 · Apt 12L

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 21, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 20, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 17, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 11, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 24, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 22, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 16, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 9, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 7, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Dec 28, 2024 · Apt 12M

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 26, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 24, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close

Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

Sales come from the NYC Department of Finance rolling sales file.

Building details

Building type
Condominium (RM)
Year built
1964
Floors
24
Residential units
735
Building area
686,208 ft²
Lot area
335,533 ft²
Zoning
R6
Community board
313
Council district
48
Block / lot
7279 / 7501
Assessed value
$40,134,874
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #373902, last renewed Aug 7, 2025.

Questions about 501 Surf Avenue

Who owns 501 Surf Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Unavailable Owner.

Does 501 Surf Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 239 housing violations at this property.

Is 501 Surf Avenue rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 56 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 8% of its 735 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 501 Surf Avenue built?

City records list 1964 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 501 Surf Avenue?

It has 735 residential units and 1,287 units in total.

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