189 Atlantic Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11201BBL 3-00276-0007Map
Owner of record: Rac Realty LLC
189 Atlantic Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1899 in Brooklyn, 11201. It has 16 residential units across 5 floors. The owner of record is Rac Realty LLC. HPD has recorded 57 housing violations here, most recently on May 14, 2026. 38 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 16 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.
- HPD violations
- 57
- DOB violations
- 6
- ECB violations
- 6
- HPD complaints
- 12
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.
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 · 57
- BHazardous
And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes household items at 4th story balcony at building front
May 14, 2026
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.
May 1, 2026
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 18, 2025
Closed — Violation dismissed - 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 [ unaccessible ] at public hall, 1st story
Jun 11, 2025
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.
Jun 11, 2025
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Install the missing or repair/replace the defective window guard(s) throughout the public areas in accordance with the specifications of the new york city health code section 24 rcny chapter 12.
Jun 11, 2025
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.
Apr 8, 2024
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 17, 2023
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.
Mar 21, 2023
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 7, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed
Show 40 more ↓
- ANon-hazardous
Repair the flushing apparatus and maintain same so as to flush effectively the water closet toilet bowl in the bathroom located at apt 4a, 4th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
May 31, 2019 · Apt 4A
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Refit window top sash at fire escape in the 1st room from east located at apt 4a, 4th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
May 31, 2019 · Apt 4A
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective eleltrical outlet south wall in the 2nd room from east located at apt 4a, 4th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
May 31, 2019 · Apt 4A
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective electrical outlet southwall in the 1st room from east located at apt 4a, 4th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
May 31, 2019 · Apt 4A
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
Oct 25, 2018
Open — Nov sent out - 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
Oct 25, 2018
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Provide adequate lighting at or near the outside of the front entranceway of the building and keep same burning from sunset every day to sunrise on the day following a minimum of 100 watts of incandescent light required. (light fixture present)
Mar 4, 2017
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.
Nov 3, 2016
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.
Feb 17, 2015
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Provide adequate lighting at or near the outside of the front entranceway of the building and keep same burning from sunset every day to sunrise on the day following ,100 watts required.
Sep 14, 2005
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Provide adequate lighting at or near the outside of the front entranceway of the building and keep same burning from sunset every day to sunrise on the day following ,100 watts required.
Sep 14, 2005
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Remove or cover in a manner approved by the department the peeling lead paint east wall 3 sty southeast apt 3c center room sabah 852 1332.
Oct 17, 1988
Open — Defect letter issued - BHazardous
D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code remove all encumbrances consisting of bicycles 5 sty pub hall.
Apr 14, 1988
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
D26-12.01 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceilings & walls thru out 3 sty northwest apt 3b.
Apr 14, 1988
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
D26-12.03 adm code paint to the satisfaction of this department the exterior window frames and sashes all stys bldg front.
Apr 14, 1988
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department walls & ceiling 3 sty northeast apt 3c kitchen.
Apr 14, 1988
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
D26-10.01 adm code fire escape defective. properly secure shoe to drop ladder front.
Apr 14, 1988
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
D26-10.01 adm code & 309 m/d law abate the nuisance consisting of window at stair bulkhead sealed with metal.
Apr 14, 1988
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
D26-10.01 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wall tile 1 sty pub hall.
Apr 14, 1988
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Remove all encumbrances consisting of refrigerator with locking device intact 4 sty public hall.
Apr 14, 1988
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
D26-10.01 adm code properly secure the loose mailboxes 1 sty public hall vestibule.
Apr 14, 1988
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
D26-10.01 adm code refit entrance door to 3 sty northwest apt 3b.
Apr 14, 1988
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
D26-10.01 adm code & 309 m/d law abate the nuisance consisting of antenna wires roof thru out.
Apr 14, 1988
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
D26-10.01 adm code & 309 m/d law abate the nuisance consisting of antenna wire 2 & 3 sty bldg front.
Apr 14, 1988
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
D26-10.01 adm code & 309 m/d law abate the nuisance consisting of wire 1 sty to store bldg front.
Apr 14, 1988
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from window to fire escape or provide approved type gate 4 sty northwest apt 4b.
Apr 14, 1988
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Section 62 m/d law rearrange television and/or radio antenna to be at least 10 feet above roof and not attached to any fire escape or soil or vent line east & west roof thru out.
Apr 14, 1988
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
D26-10.01 adm code & 309 m/d law abate the nuisance consisting of peeling paint 2 sty east & west & 4 sty east bldg front.
Apr 14, 1988
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Arrange and make self-closing the doors entrance to 3 sty northwest apt 3b.
Apr 14, 1988
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Arrange and make self-closing the doors entrance to 3 sty northeast apt 3c.
Apr 14, 1988
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector defective 2 sty north apt 2b sahadi.
Apr 14, 1988
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic wall tiles 2 sty north apt 2b bathroom.
Apr 14, 1988
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code remove all encumbrances consisting of bicycle boxes & tables all stys pub hall.
Apr 14, 1988
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
D26-11.01, 11.03, 11.05 adm code remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the cellar thru out.
Oct 29, 1987
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
D26-19.01 adm code provide adequate lighting rear & west court yard.
Oct 29, 1987
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
D26-20.08 adm code repair or replace the smoke detector inoperative 4 sty north apt 4b ali.
Oct 29, 1987
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
D26-10.01 adm code properly secure the loose electrical switch box wall entrance boiler room cellar rear.
Oct 29, 1987
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
D26-10.01 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color north room ceiling 4 sty north apt 4b.
Oct 29, 1987
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
D26-10.01 adm code replace with new the broken or defective oven door gas range 2 sty north apt 2b kitchen.
Oct 29, 1987
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from window to fire escape or provide approved type gate 5 sty north apt 5b.
Oct 29, 1987
Open — Nov sent out
DOB building violations · 6
- Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Aug 2, 2013
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Jul 31, 2013
Dob violation - dismissed - Landmark none
Landmk-landmark none
Jan 9, 2013
Dob violation - dismissed - Landmark none
Landmk-landmark none
Jan 9, 2013
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 - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Sep 25, 1991
Vp*-violation unserved ecb- dismissed
ECB violations · 6
- Class - 1
Fail to provide unobstructed exit passageway. premises under p.c. alt ii 320443490 w/related application p.c. alt ii 320424368 applications filed create additional rooms @ cellar level & additional footage @ 1s
Apr 30, 2013 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Class - 2
Sidewalk shed doesn't conform to bldg code specifications. noted: for bldgs less than 100' high shed shall extend 5' pass bldg - shed extendonly 1' from both sides. remedy: comply w/bldg code specifications.
Oct 19, 2009 · Penalty $2,400
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Altered building occupied without a valid certificate of occupancy. alt 540/85. remedy: obtain valid cofo.
Sep 18, 1995
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Altered building occupied without a valid, c of o certificate of occupancy under #540-85. remedy: obtain a valid c of o
Mar 8, 1993 · Penalty $875
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Altered building occupied without a valid certificate of occupancy as required under alteration off#540/85. remedy: obtain a certificate of occupancy as required or discontinue the unlawful use.
Feb 19, 1992 · Penalty $285
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Altered building#540/85 occupied at the first floor and cellar with- out obtaining a valid c of o. remedy:obtiain a valid c of o or discontinue the illegal occupancy.
Sep 25, 1991 · Penalty $285
Resolve
Complaints
- Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
Apr 3, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Jun 9, 2025 · Apt 2A
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Dec 2, 2024 · Apt 2A
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jun 10, 2019 · Apt 4A
Close - Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
Jun 10, 2019 · Apt BLDG
Close - Door/window
Window frame
May 28, 2019 · Apt 4A
Close - Plumbing
Toilet
May 28, 2019 · Apt 4A
Close - Electric
Outlet/switch
May 28, 2019 · Apt 4A
Close - Electric
Outlet/switch
May 28, 2019 · Apt 4A
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Oct 24, 2018 · Apt 3C
Close
Show 2 more ↓
- Heat/hot water
Entire building
Oct 24, 2018 · Apt BLDG
Close - Electric
Power outage
Dec 15, 2016 · Apt BLDG
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C7)
- Year built
- 1899
- Floors
- 5
- Residential units
- 16
- Building area
- 14,696 ft²
- Lot area
- 4,000 ft²
- Zoning
- R6
- Community board
- 302
- Council district
- 33
- Block / lot
- 276 / 7
- Assessed value
- $1,355,850
- Landmark / historic district
- Brooklyn Heights Historic District
HPD registration #342247, last renewed Apr 29, 2026.
Questions about 189 Atlantic Avenue
Who owns 189 Atlantic Avenue?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Rac Realty LLC.
Does 189 Atlantic Avenue have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 57 housing violations at this property.
Is 189 Atlantic Avenue rent stabilized?
NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 16 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 100% of its 16 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.
When was 189 Atlantic Avenue built?
City records list 1899 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 189 Atlantic Avenue?
It has 16 residential units and 17 units in total.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.