190 Knickerbocker Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11237BBL 3-03165-0033Map
Owner of record: Buu Loi Realty INC
190 Knickerbocker Avenue is a mixed residential and retail building built in 1931 in Brooklyn, 11237. It has 2 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is Buu Loi Realty INC. HPD has recorded 347 housing violations here, most recently on January 19, 2024. 41 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 6 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2019.
- HPD violations
- 347
- DOB violations
- 16
- ECB violations
- 17
- HPD complaints
- 486
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
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Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 347
- BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approximately 1 square foot, on the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1l, 1st story, 2nd apartment from east at south original violation 16606691 issued 19-jan-24 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code §27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).
Jan 19, 2024 · Apt 1L
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 1l, 1st story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Jan 19, 2024 · Apt 1L
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 1l, 1st story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Jan 19, 2024 · Apt 1L
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 1l, 1st story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Jan 19, 2024 · Apt 1L
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Replace with new the missing knob on the lock on the door in the entrance located at apt 1l, 1st story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Jan 19, 2024 · Apt 1L
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approximately 1 square foot, on the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1l, 1st story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Jan 19, 2024 · Apt 1L
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1l, 1st story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Jan 19, 2024 · Apt 1L
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1l, 1st story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Jan 19, 2024 · Apt 1L
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system locked door at boiler room
Jan 19, 2024
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of heat for the apartment in the 1st room from east located at apt 1l, 1st story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Jan 19, 2024 · Apt 1L
Closed — Violation closed
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- BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approximately 4 sq ft at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1l, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east original violation 16522421 issued 15-dec-23 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code §27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).
Dec 15, 2023 · Apt 1L
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - ANon-hazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approximately 4 sq ft at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1l, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Dec 15, 2023 · Apt 1L
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 1l, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Dec 15, 2023 · Apt 1L
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at west wall at vestibule at public hall, 1st story
Dec 15, 2023
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Remove all encumbrances consisting of household items at scuttle ladder at public hall, 3rd story
Dec 15, 2023
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes consisting of household items at 2nd story balcony at building rear at fire escape
Dec 15, 2023
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Fire escape defective. adjust the dropladder so that it will slide easily in the guide rods at building rear at fire escape
Dec 15, 2023
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department west wall at public hall, 2nd story
Dec 15, 2023
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at west wall at public hall, 2nd story
Dec 15, 2023
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling and east wall in the kitchen located at apt 2r , 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Dec 15, 2023 · Apt 2R
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective vinyl floor tiles in the kitchen located at apt 2r , 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Dec 15, 2023 · Apt 2R
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling in the 3rd room from north located at apt 2r , 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Dec 15, 2023 · Apt 2R
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 2r , 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Dec 15, 2023 · Apt 2R
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 2r , 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Dec 15, 2023 · Apt 2R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 2r , 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Dec 15, 2023 · Apt 2R
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation door in the entrance located at apt 1l, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Dec 15, 2023 · Apt 1L
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tiles at west wall in the bathroom located at apt 1l, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Dec 15, 2023 · Apt 1L
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tiles at west wall at vestibule at public hall, 1st story
Dec 15, 2023
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1l, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Dec 15, 2023 · Apt 1L
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective vinyl floor tiles in the 1st room from north located at apt 1l, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Dec 15, 2023 · Apt 1L
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 1l, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Dec 15, 2023 · Apt 1L
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective in the entire apartment located at apt 1l, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Dec 15, 2023 · Apt 1L
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department west wall at vestibule at public hall, 1st story
Dec 15, 2023
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Remove all encumbrances consisting of household items at public hall, 2nd story
Apr 21, 2023
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Remove all encumbrances consisting of household items at public hall, 3rd story
Apr 21, 2023
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the 1st room from north located at apt 1l , 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 18, 2023 · Apt 1L
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of heat for the apartment in the 1st room from north located at apt 1l , 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 18, 2023 · Apt 1L
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective .. in the entrance located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 15, 2023 · Apt 3L
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ..west wall in the 4th room from north located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 15, 2023 · Apt 3L
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the 2nd room from north located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 15, 2023 · Apt 3L
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jan 15, 2023 · Apt 3R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the roof so that it will not leak over ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jan 15, 2023 · Apt 3R
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the 3rd room from north located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jan 15, 2023 · Apt 3R
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jan 15, 2023 · Apt 2R
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of heat from an approved central heating system, or an approved system of gas or electrical heating in good operating condition for the dwelling unit in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jan 15, 2023 · Apt 2R
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jan 15, 2023 · Apt 2R
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling at public hall, 3rd story
Jan 15, 2023
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant plaster at ceiling at public hall, 3rd story
Jan 15, 2023
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - 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 - BHazardous
Provide support bracket for air conditioner on 3rd story 1st window from south at west at building front
Sep 15, 2021
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
DOB building violations · 16
- Construction other optional
Failure to maintain bldg in a safe condition.bldg cellar construction wrk installation w/steel posts&girdr split w/no repair,cellar joists were rplcd w/o dwgs.wrk contrary to job bprmt.immediately comply with commissioner's order 341884 2325feu30401zt
Mar 25, 2025
Dob violation - active - Construction other optional
Failure to maintain bldg in a safe condition.bldg cellar construction wrk installation w/steel posts&girder.existng girdr split w/no repair, cellar joists were rplcd w/o dwgs.wrk contrary to job prmt.ownr to immed rtain nyspe to eval the bldg,amend job b01028294 to address strctrl dfcts&legalizd unprmttd wrk
Feb 3, 2025
Dob violation - active - Construction other optional
Failure to obey a vacate order from the commissioner per 28-207.4; noted: observed the 3rd floor apt. # 3l is still occupied by the tenant. full vacate order was issued on 03/20/24 & still in effect.
Jun 26, 2024
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
Structure rendered non compliant. at time of inspection observed floors of the apartments at the second and third floor rear are sloping and out of plumb approximately 2 inches along with interior walls, along with rotted beams at cellar level.
Mar 20, 2024
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
Feb 13, 2004
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 26, 2002
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 7, 2000
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
May 4, 1998
Dob violation - dismissed
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- Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Sep 16, 1997
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 10, 1997
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Aug 29, 1995
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jun 1, 1994
Dob violation - dismissed - 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 - dismissed
ECB violations · 17
- Class - 2
Failure to comply with the commissioner's order to file a certificate of correction with the dept. of buildings for violation #39109417h, file a certificate of correction
Jul 2, 2026 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply with the commissioner's order to file a certificate of correction with the dept. of buildings for violation #39109416x, file a certificate of correction
Jul 2, 2026 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply with the commissioner's order to file a certificate of correction with the department of buildings for summons #39109416x issued 4/20/24., file a certificate of correction
Jun 3, 2026 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply with the commissioner's order to file a certificate of correction with the department of buildings for summons # 39109417h issued 4/20/24., file a certificate of correction
Jun 3, 2026 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 1
Full vacate order issued to entire building, summons issued for failure to maintain due to severe sloping and out of plumb floor on the second and third floors, along with rotted ceiling joists at cellar level.
Mar 20, 2024 · Penalty $6,250
Resolve - Class - 1
Summons issued for failure to provide unobstructed passageway due to fire escape at 2nd floor rear was partially obstructed with soccer balls, buckets, garbage bag and plastic crate, remove obstruction
Mar 20, 2024 · Penalty $625
Resolve - Class - 2
Work w/o a permit.noted:commercial sink installed in commercial store w/o a permit."see pic".no permit on file for this.bathroom,sink installed w/o permit issued/partition wall & door.remedy:obtain permit.
Sep 9, 2011 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner apt 3l of 3 stys bldg found w/ 2 holes @ ceiling livingroom & cracks @ wall that divide livingroom & bathroom horizontal crack between ceiling & wall approx
Dec 17, 2009 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Hazardous
Occupancy contrary to that of the dob records.illegal occupancy noted:legal 1st fl north side apt converted & occupied as a studio apt @ therear & a store at the front.kitchen area w/ stove,3pc bathroom a bed
May 16, 2007
Resolve - Hazardous
Failure to comply with an order of the commissioner to correct the violating condition of ecb #34535789z in that the 1st fl right(northside)apt has been sub-divided in creating illegally,a studio apt @ the rear
May 16, 2007
Resolve
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- Non-hazardous
Occupancy contrary to that allowed by dob records: from: 1 store- s9 to: 2 stores- at 1st fl. remedy: discontinue illegal use or obtain c ofo.
Jan 16, 2007 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Hazardous
Failure to comply w/ an order of the commissioner to correct the viol condition of ecb #34535789z in that 1st fl right (north side) apt has been subdivided in creating a studio apt at the rear & a store at the
Jan 3, 2007
Resolve - Hazardous
Occupancy contrary to that of the dob records. illegal occupancy notedlegal 1st fl north side apt (class a) converted & occupied as a studioapt observed at the rear w/ 3pc bathrm & gas stove. store observed at
Jan 3, 2007
Resolve - Hazardous
Failure to maintain. note: ceiling of the 1st fl in the passageway & in apt #1r has sustained damaged due to water leaks w/ observable cracks & bulging noted. also the waste pipe of the bathrm sink in apt #1r
Jan 3, 2007 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Hazardous
Failure to maintain bldg-noted: apt #1-r in excessive disrepair as follows: bathroom ceiling over tub is gone with water damaged framing exterior wall in bathroom is unsurfaced/uninsulated/water damaged, large
Aug 21, 2006 · Penalty $2,500
Active - Hazardous
Occupancy contrary to that of bldg dept records. noted: bldg dept records indicate 1 store & 1 dwelling unit @ 1fl. alteration work noted: partion erected @ 1fl rear creating a studio apt with additional store
Aug 21, 2006 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Hazardous
Work without a permit. partition erected @ 1fl rear converting 1-family dwelling unit into small studio apt & adding commercial space @ fro nt creating an additional store. remedy: obtain permit or restore
Aug 21, 2006 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve
Complaints
- Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 17, 2024 · Apt 1L
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Jan 17, 2024 · Apt 1L
Close - Safety
Smoke detector
Dec 14, 2023 · Apt 1L
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Dec 14, 2023 · Apt 1L
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Dec 11, 2023 · Apt 1L
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Dec 11, 2023 · Apt 1L
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Dec 11, 2023 · Apt 1L
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Dec 11, 2023 · Apt 1L
Close - Safety
Carbon monoxide detector
Dec 11, 2023 · Apt 1L
Close - Door/window
Door
Dec 11, 2023 · Apt 1L
Close
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- Paint/plaster
Wall
Dec 11, 2023 · Apt 1L
Close - Safety
Smoke detector
Dec 11, 2023 · Apt 1L
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Dec 11, 2023 · Apt 1L
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Dec 11, 2023 · Apt 1L
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Dec 11, 2023 · Apt 1L
Close - Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
Dec 11, 2023 · Apt 1L
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Oct 20, 2023 · Apt 3R
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Oct 20, 2023 · Apt 3R
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Oct 20, 2023 · Apt 3R
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Oct 20, 2023 · Apt 3R
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Oct 20, 2023 · Apt 3R
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Oct 20, 2023 · Apt 3R
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Oct 20, 2023 · Apt 3R
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Oct 15, 2023 · Apt 3R
Close - Water leak
Heavy flow
Oct 13, 2023 · Apt 3R
Close - General
Cooking gas
May 17, 2023 · Apt 2R
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
May 15, 2023 · Apt 1L
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Apr 19, 2023 · Apt 3R
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Apr 19, 2023 · Apt 3R
Close - General
Cabinet
Apr 19, 2023 · Apt 3R
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Apr 19, 2023 · Apt 3R
Close - Door/window
Door
Apr 19, 2023 · Apt 3R
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Apr 19, 2023 · Apt 3R
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Apr 19, 2023 · Apt 3R
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Apr 19, 2023 · Apt 3R
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Mar 14, 2023 · Apt 3R
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Mar 14, 2023 · Apt 3R
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Mar 14, 2023 · Apt 3R
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 2, 2023 · Apt 2R
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 2, 2023 · Apt 3L
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Jan 17, 2023 · Apt 1L
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Jan 17, 2023 · Apt 1L
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 17, 2023 · Apt 1L
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 15, 2023 · Apt 1L
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 14, 2023 · Apt 2R
Close - General
Cooking gas
Jan 14, 2023 · Apt 2R
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 14, 2023 · Apt 3R
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Jan 14, 2023 · Apt 3R
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jan 14, 2023 · Apt 3R
Close - Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
Jan 14, 2023 · Apt 3R
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Mixed residential and retail building (S9)
- Year built
- 1931
- Floors
- 3
- Residential units
- 2
- Building area
- 4,125 ft²
- Lot area
- 2,500 ft²
- Zoning
- R6
- Community board
- 304
- Council district
- 34
- Block / lot
- 3165 / 33
- Assessed value
- $555,750
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #328574, last renewed Jul 24, 2026.
Questions about 190 Knickerbocker Avenue
Who owns 190 Knickerbocker Avenue?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Buu Loi Realty INC.
Does 190 Knickerbocker Avenue have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 347 housing violations at this property.
Is 190 Knickerbocker Avenue rent stabilized?
NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 6 rent-stabilized units here in 2019 (about 100% of its 2 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.
When was 190 Knickerbocker Avenue built?
City records list 1931 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 190 Knickerbocker Avenue?
It has 2 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.