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187 Smith Street

Brooklyn, NY 11201BBL 3-00391-0001Map

Owner of record: 187 Smith Street LLC

187 Smith Street is a mixed residential and retail building built in 1900 in Brooklyn, 11201. It has 3 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is 187 Smith Street LLC. HPD has recorded 40 housing violations here, most recently on May 5, 2026.

HPD violations
40
DOB violations
14
ECB violations
9
HPD complaints
2

What to know

Good
No open Class C

No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.

Good
Last violation May 5, 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 · 40

  • 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.

    May 5, 2026

    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 11, 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.

    Mar 24, 2023

    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.

    Nov 4, 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.

    Mar 2, 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.

    Mar 2, 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 13, 2021

    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.

    Apr 13, 2021

    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.

    Oct 31, 2019

    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.

    Oct 19, 2018

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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  • 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.

    Nov 29, 2017

    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.

    Nov 15, 2016

    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 24, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code & 309 m/d law abate the nuisance consisting of main entrance door to bldg locked preventing access to apts.

    Apr 6, 1987

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code replace with new the missing putty sash frame 2 sty public hall window.

    Mar 27, 1987

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    § 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 frame missing.

    Mar 18, 1987

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair the broken or defective paving east courtyard.

    Mar 18, 1987

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective west cement block wall boiler room enclosure.

    Mar 18, 1987

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-11.01, 11.03, 11.05 adm code remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the boiler room enclosure cellar.

    Mar 18, 1987

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    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.

    Mar 18, 1987

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code & 309 m/d law abate the nuisance consisting of exposed electrical wiring ceiling cellar center.

    Mar 18, 1987

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code properly secure the loose ceiling light fixture cellar center.

    Mar 18, 1987

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    D26-41.15 adm code post and maintain a proper sign on wall of entrance story showing the registration number assigned by the department and the address of the building.

    Mar 18, 1987

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    D26-20.08 adm code post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box missing.

    Mar 18, 1987

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    D26-17.10 adm code post notice, in form approved by the department, stating the name and location of the person designated by the owner to have key to building's heating system 1 sty public hall & on boiler room door.

    Mar 18, 1987

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    D26-21.03 adm code paint or post a sign indicating floors on wall at or near stairs public hall all stys.

    Mar 18, 1987

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective stucco wall 4 sty west of bldg.

    Mar 18, 1987

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code replace with new the missing window sash chain intermediate landing 2 to 3 sty public hall.

    Mar 18, 1987

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair the broken or defective window sashes intermediate landing 3 to 4 sty public hall.

    Mar 18, 1987

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code remove all encumbrances consisting of household items public hall all stys.

    Mar 18, 1987

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-20.08,20.09 adm code provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations missing 3 sty apt 2a. located at apt 2a

    Mar 18, 1987 · Apt 2A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code arrange and make self-closing the doors entrance 3 sty apt 2a. located at apt 2a

    Mar 18, 1987 · Apt 2A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-16.01 adm code repair the leaky and/or defective faucets bathtub 3 sty apt 2a bathroom. located at apt 2a

    Mar 18, 1987 · Apt 2A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    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 3 sty apt 2a. located at apt 2a

    Mar 18, 1987 · Apt 2A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code replace with new the missing electrical switch plate cover 3 sty apt 2a kitchen. located at apt 2a

    Mar 18, 1987 · Apt 2A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling center & east rooms 3 sty apt 2a. located at apt 2a

    Mar 18, 1987 · Apt 2A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code and dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes 2 & 4 sty balconies south.

    Mar 18, 1987

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective exterior brick wall east of bldg.

    Mar 18, 1987

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-11.01, 11.03, 11.05 adm code remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the east entrance to cellar.

    Mar 18, 1987

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective plaster board ceiling cellr thru out.

    Mar 18, 1987

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 14

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2020 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 30, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2018 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 20, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2019 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 20, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 13, 2004

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • 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 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
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  • 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 1, 1994

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Aug 16, 1993

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jun 1, 1993

    Dob violation - active

ECB violations · 9

  • Class - 2

    Observed at exp's 1&4 installed/erected 2 illuminated advertising/business signs reads 2x "elite gourmet & deli" w/ 2 a-frames, multiple decals & advertisements attached to facade wall/store windows with no per

    Jan 7, 2026 · Penalty $1,250

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Uninsulated single-wall metal pipe shall not be used for venting appliances as per fgc 503.7.2 construction document missing signature on section 8 fgc 106.7 hot water heaters horizontal vent connector exceeded

    Mar 17, 2021

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Temporary construction equipment on site-expire permit.note:at time ofinspection on a 4 story building i observed a sidewalk shed in place at expo#1 and 4 with none active work upon checking department record i

    Dec 4, 2019

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Temporary construction equipment on site-expired permit.note:at time of inspection on 4 story inactive building i observed installed pipe scaffold in place upon checking the department records it shows that the

    Dec 4, 2019

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Bc33141-inadequate scaffold/improper netting.note:at time of inspection on a 4 story alteration building i observed at exp#3 loosed debris netting on the scaffold.misisng railing,plank not tie off creating haza

    Dec 4, 2019 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Work does not conform to approved construction documents and/or approved amnedements.note:at time of inspection on a 4 story alt building i observed hoist for material placed on the pipe scaffold at expo#3 was

    Dec 4, 2019 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain exteiriro building wall. hazardous. noted: at front of bldg at second floor west wall severe crack brick/ building front at window area including lintel. remedy: make site safe immediatly.do

    Oct 18, 2002

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain exterior building wall.hazardous:bulge in west wall at 2nd floor approx 3'out of plumb.condition ajacent to entrance of comm.store and sidewalk below.remedy:immediately erect sidewalk to

    Oct 17, 2002 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    31a,32,seal around flue pipe at chimney,install covers on controls,mesh&covering coming off boiler

    Apr 23, 1991

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 3, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 19, 2003 · 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
Mixed residential and retail building (S3)
Year built
1900
Floors
4
Residential units
3
Building area
4,500 ft²
Lot area
1,200 ft²
Zoning
R6A
Community board
302
Council district
39
Block / lot
391 / 1
Assessed value
$1,031,400
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #319734, last renewed Jun 30, 2025.

Questions about 187 Smith Street

Who owns 187 Smith Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 187 Smith Street LLC.

Does 187 Smith Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 40 housing violations at this property.

Is 187 Smith 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 Smith Street built?

City records list 1900 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 187 Smith Street?

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.