187 Hicks Street

Brooklyn, NY 11201BBL 3-00236-0018Map

187 Hicks Street is an elevator apartment building built in 1900 in Brooklyn, 11201. It has 29 residential units across 7 floors. The owner of record is Florence Court Corp. HPD has recorded 7 housing violations here, most recently on October 19, 2026. 1 of the 7 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations: 7
DOB violations: 35
ECB violations: 6
HPD complaints: 9

What to know

Concern

1 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Watch

Last violation Oct 19, 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

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 · 7

CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at door in the entrance located at apt 2a, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Oct 19, 2026 · Apt 2A
Open — Nov sent out
ANon-hazardous
File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.
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 4, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed
ANon-hazardous
File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.
Feb 25, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed
ANon-hazardous
File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.
Apr 9, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed
BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling and all walls in the 2nd bathroom from east located at apt 2a, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Dec 22, 2017 · Apt 2A
Closed — Violation closed
BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak over ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2a, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Dec 22, 2017 · Apt 2A
Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 35

Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 9, 2021
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 1, 2020
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 4, 2019
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 13, 2018
Dob violation - resolved
No report and / or late filing (facade) facade required
Failed to file fisp cycle 8a technical report by 02/21/2017
May 31, 2018
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired
Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2016 cat 1 insp/tst
Jan 26, 2018
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 3, 2017
Dob violation - resolved
Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Mar 7, 2017
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired
Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2015 cat 1 insp/tst
Jan 3, 2017
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 26, 2016
Dob violation - resolved

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Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 13, 2015
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 25, 2014
Dob violation - resolved
Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2011 inspection report
Mar 1, 2013
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 1, 2013
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 1, 2012
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Nov 15, 2010
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 16, 2008
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatoroptional
Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional
Mar 21, 2008
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 31, 2008
Dob violation - resolved
Construction other optional
Demolition work contrary to approved plans,app # 301905936 approved on 3/10/05.non-conforming work noted:fire retardation for ceiling through out 4c & 4d had been removed,floor covering removed various location 2 apt.contrary to sheet #3 of demo plans,does not show removal of fl or ceiling.remedy:stop all work,file p.a.a.conform to plans,call d.o.b
May 4, 2007
Dob violation - active
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 24, 2007
Dob violation - resolved
Construction other optional
Gutted apt# 4c and 4d on 4th floor have numerous deflection in ceiling joists and in floor joists, worst joist deflection is appx. 4" in apt# 4c. also observed 2 cracked joist and various 1'x1" hatches clg joists temporary supported by wood partitions(shoring). remedy: repair defect , obtain necessary permits and plans
Mar 5, 2007
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Feb 3, 2006
Dob violation - resolved
Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 13, 2004
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 29, 2003
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 14, 2002
Dob violation - resolved
Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jul 25, 1994
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator elevatoroptional
1
Apr 7, 1992
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator elevatoroptional
1
Apr 25, 1991
Dob violation - dismissed
Landmark none
Landmk-landmark none
Mar 7, 1991
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator elevatoroptional
1
Jun 29, 1990
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator elevatorrequired
(15)2nd fl
Aug 29, 1989
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
(32) renew oil soaked brake lining
Sep 7, 1988
Dob violation - resolved
Landmark none
Landmrk-landmark none
Jul 11, 1988
Dob violation - dismissed
Landmark none
Landmk-landmark none
Jul 11, 1988
Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 6

Class - 2
Failure to comply with the commissioner's order to file a certificate of correction with the department of buildings for summons # 39057792h, file a certificate of correction
Oct 2, 2025 · Penalty $625
Resolve
Class - 1
No guardrail system.at time of inspection construction site active performing exterior work on suspended scaffold observed parapet height was not falling within 39-45 inch height required on unenclosed perimete
Mar 25, 2022
Resolve
Class - 1
Failure to perform safe/proper inspection of suspended scaffold.at time of inspection construction site active performing exterior work on suspended scaffold request unable to provide parapet inspection letter
Mar 25, 2022
Resolve
Class - 2
Failure to provide approved/accepted construction documents at job site at time of inspection.at time of inspection construction site active performing exterior work on suspended scaffold observed sidewalk shed
Mar 25, 2022
Resolve
Class - 1
Unlawfully continue to work contrary to swo : atoi observed at 4th floor apartment(s) 4c & 4d work was complete and occupied by tenants after swo was issued on 12/26/2007 by badge# 2230, in regards to violation
Mar 10, 2022 · Penalty $5,000
Resolve
Non-hazardous
73x# (73) restore elevator service for completion of inspection.
Nov 17, 1990 · Penalty $1,000
Resolve

Complaints

Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Dec 21, 2017 · Apt 2A
Close
Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Dec 21, 2017 · Apt 2A
Close
Water leak
Slow leak
Dec 21, 2017 · Apt 2A
Close
Safety
Window guard broken/missing
Dec 19, 2016 · Apt 1C
Close
Electric
Power outage
Feb 17, 2016 · Apt 2D
Close
Heating
Heat related
Oct 22, 2008 · Apt 3L
Close
Heating
Heat related
Apr 22, 2006 · Apt 1D
Close
Heating
Heat related
Apr 22, 2006 · Apt 1D
Close
Heating
Heat related
Oct 6, 2004 · Apt BLDG
Close

Sales history

Date	Price	Type	Units
Aug 21, 2026	$695,000	Coops - elevator apartments	—

Building details

Building type: Elevator apartment building (D4)
Year built: 1900
Floors: 7
Residential units: 29
Building area: 40,387 ft²
Lot area: 7,000 ft²
Zoning: R7-1
Community board: 302
Council district: 33
Block / lot: 236 / 18
Assessed value: $3,402,450
Landmark / historic district: Brooklyn Heights Historic District

HPD registration #332302, last renewed Aug 28, 2025.

Questions about 187 Hicks Street

Who owns 187 Hicks Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Florence Court Corp.

Does 187 Hicks Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 7 housing violations at this property.

Is 187 Hicks Street 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 187 Hicks Street built?

City records list 1900 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 187 Hicks Street?

It has 29 residential units and 30 units in total.

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