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189 Avenue A

Manhattan, NY 10009BBL 1-00439-0030Map

Owner of record: 189 Avenue A LLC

189 Avenue A is a mixed residential and retail building built in 1900 in Manhattan, 10009. It has 3 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is 189 Avenue A LLC. HPD has recorded 47 housing violations here, most recently on April 1, 2024. 11 of the 47 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
47
DOB violations
5
ECB violations
13
HPD complaints
38

What to know

Concern
2 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation Apr 1, 2024

Date of the most recent HPD inspection that found a problem.

Good
No unpaid ECB fines

No balance due on recent ECB violations.

Rent stabilization

No rent-stabilized units in 2018–2024 tax bills

Some apartments can still be regulated. Use the rent-stabilized checker or request the rent history from HCR.

Violations

Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.

HPD housing violations · 47

  • 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 1, 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.

    Feb 15, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • I

    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 15, 2022

    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 1, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    § 53, 187, 231 m/d law and department rules and regulations. provide a shoe properly secured to bottom of string of dropladder at fire escape at building front

    Sep 17, 2019

    Open — Nov certified late
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of free standing television located at public hall, 2nd story

    Jul 25, 2019

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tiles at water closet in the bathroom located at apt 2, 2nd story, apartment at west

    May 14, 2019 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, apartment at west

    May 14, 2019 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, apartment at west

    May 14, 2019 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, apartment at west

    May 14, 2019 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
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  • B

    Arrange and make self-closing the doors in the entrance located at apt 2, 2nd story, apartment at west

    May 14, 2019 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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

    May 14, 2019

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    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

    May 14, 2019

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Post sign on wall of entrance story bearing name, address including apartment number if any, and telephone number of superintendent, janitor or housekeeper. at public hall, 1st story

    May 14, 2019

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box sign missing at public hall, 1st story

    May 14, 2019

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Post a proper notice of carbon monoxide detecting device requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, in a common area of a class a multiple dwelling near inspection certificate or provide notice to tenants in a private dwelling. at public hall, 1st story

    May 14, 2019

    Closed — Violation closed
  • I

    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.

    Oct 5, 2018

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tiles at south wall in the bathroom located at apt 1fl, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Dec 16, 2011 · Apt 1FL

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling in the 3rd room from east located at apt 1fl, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Dec 16, 2011 · Apt 1FL

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    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 , , 1st story

    Oct 22, 2005

    Open — Not complied with
  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system door locked at boiler room

    Oct 22, 2005

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

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

    Oct 22, 2005 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceilings in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, apartment at west

    May 6, 2003 · Apt 2

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color walls in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, apartment at west

    May 6, 2003 · Apt 2

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, apartment at west

    May 6, 2003 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Replace with new the broken or defective base cabinet at kitchen sink in the kitchen located at apt 1, 2nd story

    Apr 18, 2003 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceilings and walls in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 2nd story

    Apr 18, 2003 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Mar 3, 2003 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 4, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Mar 3, 2003 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    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 1 sty at public hall

    Mar 3, 2003

    Open — Not complied with
  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system boiler room at cellar at public hall

    Mar 3, 2003

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of bicycles newspapers household goods stored 1 & 4 stys public hall.

    May 3, 1990

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceilings and walls 3rd sty rear apt 3 bathroom and kitchen. , section '' ''

    Oct 3, 1986 · Apt 3

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • A

    D26-12.01 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceilings walls and woodwork 3r dsty rear apt 3 throughout. , section '' ''

    Oct 3, 1986 · Apt 3

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code refit window sashes at 3rd sty apt 3 kitchen. , section '' ''

    Oct 3, 1986 · Apt 3

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color wall at 3rd sty apt 3 kitchen. , section '' ''

    Oct 3, 1986 · Apt 3

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code arrange and make self-closing the doors entrance 3 sty southeast apt 3 r55. , section '' ''

    Oct 3, 1986 · Apt 3

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code & 309 m/d law abate the nuisance consisting of exposed wire kitchen ceiling light fixture 3 sty southeast apt 3 r58. , section '' ''

    Oct 3, 1986 · Apt 3

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code make safe by properly repairing the structural defect exterior south brick wall 1st 2nd and 4th stys.

    Sep 26, 1986

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code & 309 m/d law abate the nuisance consisting of clothesline at 4 sty public hall r61.

    Sep 26, 1986

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code remove all encumbrances consisting of household items at 4 sty public hall r62.

    Sep 26, 1986

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code remove all encumbrances consisting of air conditioner at 2 sty public hall r64.

    Sep 26, 1986

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code remove all encumbrances consisting of bicycle baby carriage at 1 sty public hall r65.

    Sep 26, 1986

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    D26-12.01 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceiling at 1 sty public hall.

    Sep 26, 1986

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    D26-12.01 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceiling at 2 sty public hall.

    Sep 26, 1986

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    D26-20.08,20.09 adm code file certification of satisfactory installation of smoke detecting device in accordance with h.p.d. rules and regulations.

    Sep 26, 1986

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code arrange and make self-closing the doors public hall bulkhead stairs to roof.

    Jan 23, 1986

    Closed — Violation dismissed

DOB building violations · 5

  • Construction other optional

    Requesting a structural stability report due to cracks observed at exposure 1, cracks span from the 2nd to 3rd stories with crack spanning along fire escape. decorative stone window lintels at the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th stories were cracked and in a state of disrepair.

    Jul 10, 2026

    Dob violation - active
  • Immediate emergency anythingoptional

    Install approximately 25' linear feet of sidewalk shed along expo #1 (avenue a) for overhead protection for front of building entry way to safeguard the public

    Jul 10, 2026

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2010 inspection report

    Dec 13, 2011

    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

    Mar 18, 1993

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 13

  • Class - 2

    Noted at time of inspection sidewalk shed installed at exp1 front of property along avenue a has no valid permit, renew permit

    Aug 11, 2026 · Penalty $625

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain building exterior facade. at the time of inspection, observed vertical cracks spanning from the 2nd to 3rd story. additionally, decorative stone window lintels at the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th stori

    Jul 10, 2026 · Penalty $2,500

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Work without a permit. noted: on roof level a six foot high fence build around a perimiter of building. aprox. 80 linear feet. 100% work complete., obtain all permits

    Oct 1, 2019 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 3

    50a/ 50a-move fill & vent a minimum of 2' from doors & windows.

    Aug 2, 2011 · Penalty $100

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain exterior of bldg in code-compliant manner. front exp 1 stone window lintels are spalling and cracking. exp 2 west elevation has loose cement stucco. defects are next to a public school yard

    Jan 29, 2010 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Outdoor advertising company sign prohibited on c 2-5 district. ( nba2k) remedy: remove illegal sign

    Oct 28, 2009 · Penalty $5,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Outdoor advertising company sign exceeds max surface area of 150sq ft in a c 2-5 district. sign approx 40 ft high x 50 ft wide = 2000 sq ft ( nba2k) remedy : remove illegal signs

    Oct 28, 2009

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Outdoor advertising company sign exceeds max height of 25 ft in a c 2-8 district. sign approx 45 ft above curb level ( nba2k) remedy: remove illegal sign

    Oct 28, 2009

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Outdoor advertising company leasing or otherwise making illegal sign space available to others for advertising purposes. ( nba2k) remedy: remove illegal sign

    Oct 28, 2009

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Property owner acting as outdoor advertising company failure to obtainoac registration number while engaging in the outdoor advertising business ( nba2k) remedy: remove illegal signs / register

    Oct 28, 2009

    Resolve
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  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain bldg walls or appurtenances defects noted facade of bldg @ exp 1 has a step cracks between windows exterior wall @ exp 2 has cracks missing & bulging stucco approx 4x4 remedy: maintain

    Sep 29, 2009 · Penalty $250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Sec bc 3314.10.9 misc viol: fail to place tieback perpendicular to theface of the bldg and opposing angle tieback was not installed. observed at at roof level the tiebacks for c-hooks on angle w/no secondary ti

    Sep 24, 2009 · Penalty $400

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Sec bc 3314.10.1 misc viol: failed to place scaffold & suspension elements vertical & in a plane parallel to the wall at all times. observedat exp two & two pt suspend scaffold from c-hooks w/platform pulling o

    Sep 24, 2009 · Penalty $400

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 30, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 22, 2025 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 3, 2022 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 3, 2022 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Nov 28, 2011 · Apt 1FL

    Close
  • General

    Ceramic-tile

    Nov 28, 2011 · Apt 1FL

    Close
  • General

    Ceramic-tile

    Nov 9, 2011 · Apt 1FL

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Nov 9, 2011 · Apt 1FL

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Nov 8, 2007 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Nov 8, 2007 · Apt 3

    Close
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  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 25, 2005 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 22, 2005 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Electric

    Electric-supply

    Oct 22, 2005 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Electric

    Electric-supply

    Oct 22, 2005 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Janitor/super

    Oct 22, 2005 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Electric

    Electric-supply

    Oct 22, 2005 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 22, 2005 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Electric

    Electric-supply

    Oct 22, 2005 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 22, 2005 · Apt 3

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Oct 22, 2005 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 22, 2005 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Electric

    Electric-supply

    Oct 21, 2005 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Electric

    Electric-supply

    Oct 21, 2005 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Electric

    Electric-supply

    Oct 21, 2005 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Janitor/super

    Oct 21, 2005 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Janitor/super

    Oct 21, 2005 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 16, 2004 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 7, 2003 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 2, 2003 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Apr 18, 2003 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Apr 18, 2003 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Apr 18, 2003 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Apr 18, 2003 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Apr 18, 2003 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Apr 18, 2003 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Apr 10, 2003 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Electric

    Electric-supply

    Mar 4, 2003 · Apt #

    Close
  • Electric

    Electric-supply

    Mar 3, 2003 · Apt #

    Close

Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

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

Building details

Building type
Mixed residential and retail building (S3)
Year built
1900
Floors
4
Residential units
3
Building area
3,690 ft²
Lot area
1,260 ft²
Zoning
R7A
Community board
103
Council district
2
Block / lot
439 / 30
Assessed value
$1,741,050
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #107089, last renewed Jul 30, 2026.

Questions about 189 Avenue A

Who owns 189 Avenue A?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 189 Avenue A LLC.

Does 189 Avenue A have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 47 housing violations at this property.

Is 189 Avenue A 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 189 Avenue A built?

City records list 1900 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 189 Avenue A?

It has 3 residential units and 4 units in total.

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