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28-17 38 Avenue

Queens, NY 11101BBL 4-00370-0032Map

Owner of record: Mefal LLC

28-17 38 Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1931 in Queens, 11101. It has 20 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is Mefal LLC. HPD has recorded 135 housing violations here, most recently on June 10, 2026. 7 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 20 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
135
DOB violations
33
ECB violations
1
HPD complaints
143

What to know

Concern
4 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation Jun 10, 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
20
About 100% of the building's 20 apartments
Up from 18 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

Think your apartment is stabilized? Request its rent history from HCR (free), then check your renewal with the renewal calculator.

Violations

Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.

HPD housing violations · 135

  • I

    Apts have been vacated by this department and cannot be reoccupied until so ordered after proof of compliance for apts 4th story west 2 apartment d5, under vacate order # 260804 posted on 06/10/2026 effective date 06/11/2026 in the entire apartment located at apt, 4th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Jun 10, 2026

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of fire damage at ceilings, walls, floors and broken windows in the entire apartment located at apt d5, 4th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Jun 6, 2026 · Apt D5

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures ...at range in the kitchen located at apt d5, 4th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Jun 6, 2026 · Apt D5

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide a safe and adequate supply of electric service to the fixtures at ceilings and wall outlets in the entire apartment located at apt d5, 4th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Jun 6, 2026 · Apt D5

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    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 11, 2025

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at public hall, 4th story

    Nov 19, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of rodents rat droppings at west yard

    Sep 1, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective marble tread 17th from bottom at bulkhead stairs , 4th story

    Sep 1, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective glass lite at street entrance door to building

    Sep 1, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective latch on door leading to rear yard at public hall, 1st story

    Sep 1, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latch on door leading to rear yard at public hall, 1st story

    Sep 1, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of hot water exceeding 130 degrees at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt c3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Aug 8, 2024 · Apt C3

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of hot water exceeding 130 degrees at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt b3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Aug 8, 2024 · Apt B3

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of hot water exceeding 130 degrees at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt c2, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 8, 2024 · Apt C2

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of hot water exceeding 130 degrees at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt d3, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Aug 8, 2024 · Apt D3

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of hot water exceeding 130 degrees at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt d2, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 8, 2024 · Apt D2

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt b3, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Aug 8, 2024 · Apt B3

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt c2, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 8, 2024 · Apt C2

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt c3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Aug 8, 2024 · Apt C3

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt d1, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Aug 8, 2024 · Apt D1

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt d2, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 8, 2024 · Apt D2

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt d3, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Aug 8, 2024 · Apt D3

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective glass panel at street entrance door to building

    Jun 17, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective latch at door to north inner court at public hall, 1st story

    Jun 17, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latch at door to north inner court at public hall, 1st story

    Jun 17, 2024

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    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

    Jun 17, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    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, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • I

    Apts have been vacated by this department and cannot be reoccupied until so ordered after proof of compliance for apts vacate # 252095 at apt b2 (east 1). date posted and mailed : march 11, 2024. effective date : march 12, 2024 in the entire apartment located at apt, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Mar 11, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • I

    Apts have been vacated by this department and cannot be reoccupied until so ordered after proof of compliance for apts vacate # 252095 at apt d2 (east 1). date posted and mailed : march 11, 2024. effective date : march 12, 2024 in the entire apartment located at apt, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Mar 11, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • I

    Apts have been vacated by this department and cannot be reoccupied until so ordered after proof of compliance for apts vacate # 252095 at apt d1 (north 1). date posted and mailed : march 11, 2024. effective date : march 12, 2024 in the entire apartment located at apt, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Mar 11, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • I

    Apts have been vacated by this department and cannot be reoccupied until so ordered after proof of compliance for apts vacate # 252095 at apt c3 (south 1). date posted and mailed : march 11, 2024. effective date : march 12, 2024 in the entire apartment located at apt, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Mar 11, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • I

    Apts have been vacated by this department and cannot be reoccupied until so ordered after proof of compliance for apts vacate # 252095 at apt c2 (east 1). date posted and mailed : march 11, 2024. effective date : march 12, 2024 in the entire apartment located at apt, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Mar 11, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • I

    Apts have been vacated by this department and cannot be reoccupied until so ordered after proof of compliance for apts vacate # 252095 at apt c1 (north 1). date posted and mailed : march 11, 2024. effective date : march 12, 2024 in the entire apartment located at apt, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Mar 11, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • I

    Apts have been vacated by this department and cannot be reoccupied until so ordered after proof of compliance for apts vacate # 252095 at apt b3 (south 1). date posted and mailed : march 11, 2024. effective date : march 12, 2024 in the entire apartment located at apt, 2nd story

    Mar 11, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • I

    Apts have been vacated by this department and cannot be reoccupied until so ordered after proof of compliance for apts vacate # 252095 at apt d3 (south 1). date posted and mailed : march 11, 2024. effective date : march 12, 2024 in the entire apartment located at apt, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Mar 11, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • I

    Apts have been vacated by this department and cannot be reoccupied until so ordered after proof of compliance for apts vacate # 252095 at apt b1 (north 1). date posted and mailed : march 11, 2024. effective date : march 12, 2024 in the entire apartment located at apt, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Mar 11, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood decking and asphalt material at roof

    Feb 23, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace with new the missing glass panes at skylight

    Feb 23, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective glass panes at upper sash at window at public hall stairs, 4th story

    Feb 23, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling and east wall at bulkhead

    Feb 23, 2024

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of fire damage in the entire apartment located at apt d2, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Feb 23, 2024 · Apt D2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of fire damage in the entire apartment located at apt d1, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Feb 23, 2024 · Apt D1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of fire damage in the entire apartment located at apt c2, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Feb 23, 2024 · Apt C2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of fire damage in the entire apartment located at apt b3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Feb 23, 2024 · Apt B3

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of fire damage in the entire apartment located at apt b2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Feb 23, 2024 · Apt B2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of fire damage in the entire apartment located at apt b1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Feb 23, 2024 · Apt B1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of fire damage in the entire apartment located at apt d3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Feb 23, 2024 · Apt D3

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fier rated materia at ceiling and east wall at bulkhead

    Feb 23, 2024

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective glass panes at upper and lower sashes at window at public hall stairs, 2nd story

    Feb 23, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective glass panes at upper and lower sashes at window at public hall stairs, 3rd story

    Feb 23, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 33

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2024 external low pressure inspection

    Nov 14, 2025

    Dob violation - active
  • Structurally compromised building none

    Failure to submit an acceptable inspectn rpt for structurally compromised bldg.

    Apr 15, 2024

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    Ftm.bldg sffrd a fire on 2/21/24.roof open over 1,2,&3 apt lines charrn of joists over 1stfl commercial space.minor smoke&fire damage@ 1,2,&3 apt lines on 2nd-4th fl.comply with commissioner's order:dob violation #022224feu40102ak (control #343460)

    Mar 22, 2024

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    Emergency work order.bldg sffrd a fire on 2/21/24.roof open over 1,2,& 3 apartment lines.charrng of 1stfl commercial space joists minor smoke &fire damage@1,2,&3 apt lines on 2nd to 4thfloors.comply with commissioner's order:dob violation #022224feu40101ak(control #343459) immediately

    Mar 8, 2024

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    Emergency work order.bldg sffrd a fire on 2/21/24.roof open over 1,2,& 3 apartment lines.charrng of 1stfl commercial space joists minor smoke &fire damage@1,2,&3 apt lines on 2nd to 4th floors.comply with commissioner's order:dob violation #022224feu40101ak (control #343459) immediately

    Feb 22, 2024

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    Ftm.bldg sffrd a fire on 2/21/24.roof open over 1,2,&3 apt lines charrng of joists over 1stfl commercial space.minor smoke&fire damage@ 1,2,&3 apt lines on 2nd-4thfl.comply with commissioner's order:dob violation #022224feu40102ak (control #343460)

    Feb 22, 2024

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    Structure rendered non complaint. observed building sustained fire damage, line 1,2,3 and commercial spaces have window and doors out, smoke and water damage, roof open to the elements, party walls have holes, charred joists. vacate apt. b1,2,3 c1,2,3 d,1,2,3 and commercial spaces at 1st floor.

    Feb 21, 2024

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    Observed building sustained fire damage, line 1,2,3 and commercial spaces have window and doors out, smoke and water damage, roof open to the elements, party walls have holes, charred joists at commercial space and apt. line 1,2 and 3.

    Feb 21, 2024

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2021 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 30, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2022 external low pressure inspection

    Apr 25, 2023

    Dob violation - active
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  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2017 inspection report

    Nov 8, 2019

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2016 inspection report

    Apr 6, 2018

    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 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
  • 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 3, 2008

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 19, 2007

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 6, 2006

    Dob violation - active
  • 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

    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 7, 1994

    Dob violation - active

ECB violations · 1

  • Class - 2

    Work w/o a permit. awning in east facing on 29 street approx length 25ft hight 3ft depth 3ft mention"laundry & cleaners" south facing on 38 ave awning approx length 30ft high 3ft depth 3ft mention"laundromat &

    Sep 11, 2017

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 2, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 22, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Nov 6, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Nov 6, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Mar 28, 2022 · Apt D5

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 4, 2022 · Apt A1

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Jan 4, 2022 · Apt A1

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Nov 27, 2021 · Apt C2

    Close
  • Safety

    Window guard broken/missing

    Feb 13, 2020 · Apt C3

    Close
  • Safety

    Window guard broken/missing

    Nov 14, 2019 · Apt C3

    Close
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  • Safety

    Window guard broken/missing

    Nov 14, 2019 · Apt C3

    Close
  • General

    Janitor/super

    May 15, 2019 · Apt C2

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    May 15, 2019 · Apt C2

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    May 15, 2019 · Apt C2

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Mar 25, 2019 · Apt C2

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Mar 25, 2019 · Apt C2

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Mar 25, 2019 · Apt C2

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Mar 25, 2019 · Apt C2

    Close
  • General

    Mailbox

    Mar 12, 2019 · Apt LOBBY

    Close
  • General

    Janitor/super

    Aug 8, 2018 · Apt C2

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Nov 21, 2016 · Apt 4D

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 21, 2016 · Apt 4D

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Nov 21, 2016 · Apt 4D

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Nov 21, 2016 · Apt 4D

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Nov 21, 2016 · Apt 4D

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Nov 21, 2016 · Apt 4D

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 21, 2016 · Apt D5

    Close
  • Electric

    No lighting

    Jul 30, 2016 · Apt 4D

    Close
  • Electric

    No lighting

    Jul 30, 2016 · Apt 4D

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Jul 24, 2016 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Jul 24, 2016 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jul 24, 2016 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jul 24, 2016 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Jul 24, 2016 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jul 24, 2016 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 15, 2016 · Apt D3

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 2, 2016 · Apt C2

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Oct 3, 2015 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 3, 2015 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 15, 2015 · Apt C2

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 3, 2015 · Apt C2

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 20, 2014 · Apt C2

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 11, 2014 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 10, 2014 · Apt B2

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 6, 2014 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 3, 2014 · Apt C5

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Dec 3, 2014 · Apt C5

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Dec 3, 2014 · Apt C5

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Dec 3, 2014 · Apt C5

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Dec 3, 2014 · Apt C5

    Close

Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

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

Building details

Building type
Walk-up apartment building (C7)
Year built
1931
Floors
4
Residential units
20
Building area
19,600 ft²
Lot area
4,700 ft²
Zoning
M1-2/R6A
Community board
401
Council district
26
Block / lot
370 / 32
Assessed value
$803,250
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #413985, last renewed Sep 24, 2025.

Questions about 28-17 38 Avenue

Who owns 28-17 38 Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Mefal LLC.

Does 28-17 38 Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 135 housing violations at this property.

Is 28-17 38 Avenue rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 20 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 100% of its 20 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 28-17 38 Avenue built?

City records list 1931 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 28-17 38 Avenue?

It has 20 residential units and 21 units in total.

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