889 Liberty Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11208BBL 3-04154-0099Map
Owner of record: Liberty 889 Holdings LLC
889 Liberty Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1910 in Brooklyn, 11208. It has 4 residential units across 2 floors. The owner of record is Liberty 889 Holdings LLC. HPD has recorded 33 housing violations here, most recently on February 7, 2026. 31 of the 33 most recent violations are still open.
- HPD violations
- 33
- DOB violations
- 3
- ECB violations
- 13
- HPD complaints
- 42
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
No rent-stabilized units in 2018–2024 tax bills
Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 33
- CImmediately hazardous
§ 27-2028, 2032 admin.code: 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 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Feb 7, 2026 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Feb 7, 2026 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of heat for the apartment in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Dec 15, 2025 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - 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 24, 2025
Open — Info nov sent out - 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.
Dec 3, 2024
Open — Info nov sent out - 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 28, 2023
Open — Info nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard - presumed lead paint that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) 2nd window sash from north at east wall in the 1st room from east located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 31, 2023 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard - presumed lead paint that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) 4th window frame from north at east wall, 4th window sash from north at east wall in the 2nd room from east located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 31, 2023 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard - presumed lead paint that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) east wall in the 4th room from east located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 31, 2023 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Certify compliance with lead-based paint hazard control requirements during period of unit vacancy by performing activities necessary to abate presumed lead-based paint from required window and/or door friction surfaces for apartment and make floors smooth and cleanable, presumed lead paint in an apartment with a child under six located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 31, 2023 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out
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- CImmediately hazardous
Provide a safe and adequate supply of electric service to the fixtures . in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 24, 2023 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 24, 2023 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tiles in the kitchen located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 24, 2023 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - 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, 2022
Open — Info nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 1fl, 1st story
Apr 28, 2012 · Apt 1FL
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Discontinue use of rooms for living, disconnect plumbing fixtures where illegal and properly seal pipe connections water closet and shower at cellar
Apr 28, 2012
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the entire yard at north
Apr 28, 2012
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of door opening sealed with sheet rock parti tion sub-dividing apt. 1st story south apt to north
Apr 28, 2012
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Remove the illegal fastening key operated double cylinder at building security gate
Apr 28, 2012
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly secure the loose hand rail to stairs at public hall, 1st story
Apr 28, 2012
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story
Apr 9, 2012 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story
Apr 9, 2012 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Remove the illegal fastening key operated double cylinder lock at entrance door to bldg , 1st story
Apr 9, 2012
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures ,, in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story
Mar 3, 2012 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story
Mar 3, 2012 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Remove the illegal fastening key operated double cylinder lock at metal gate at entrance to bldg , 1st story
Mar 3, 2012
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly secure the loose electrical wall outlet at east wall. in the 1st room from north at west located at apt 1, 1st story
Feb 15, 2012 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in uniform color ceiling. in the 1st room from north at west located at apt 1, 1st story
Feb 15, 2012 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly secure the loose electrical wall outlet cover east wall. in the 1st room from north at east located at apt 1, 1st story
Feb 15, 2012 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tiles in the bathroom located at apt 1, 1st story
Feb 15, 2012 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective ceiling light fixture. in the bathroom located at apt 1, 1st story
Feb 15, 2012 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at wash basin. in the bathroom located at apt 1, 1st story
Feb 15, 2012 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 1st story
Feb 1, 2012 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out
DOB building violations · 3
- Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Oct 19, 2011
Dob violation - active - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Sep 7, 2011
Dob violation - active - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Apr 6, 2011
Dob violation - active
ECB violations · 13
- Class - 2
Failure to comply w/the commissioner's order to file a c of c w/the dept of buildings for notice of violation #34986347y issued on 8/30/12 pursuant to 28-204.4 & 1rcny 102-01. remedy: file a c of c.
Oct 18, 2012 · Penalty $4,000
Resolve - Class - 1
Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the bldg dept records. note:hpd record 325744 indicates 2 stories 2 units. cellar illegally converted into a sleeping quarters with one bed tv & close closet with close & s
Aug 30, 2012
Resolve - Class - 2
Work w/o permit.note:2 rooms erected in cellar. full height partition walls constructed creating 2 rooms.remedy:obtain permit or restore premises to prior legal condition.
Aug 30, 2012
Resolve - Class - 2
Occupancy contrary to that allowed by c/o and dob records. class 'a' apt created at cellar partitions erected creating rooms. water closet & stall shower present. inadequate light and ventilation. remedy:
Apr 28, 2012 · Penalty $6,000
Active - Class - 2
Failure to comply w/the commissioner's order to file a c of c w/the dept of buildings for notice of violation #34919440z issued on 7/29/11 pursuant to 28-204.4 & 1rcny 102-01. for failure to maintain etc.
Sep 6, 2011 · Penalty $8,000
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain ext bldg wall note rear brick facade is in disrepair w/ cracks & mortar missing in brick work & parapet shifted inwards & displaced rem: maintain bldg wall
Jul 29, 2011 · Penalty $10,000
Active - Class - 1
Failure to maintain noted:exterior rear brick wall(north)has cracks @ various location upper rear level has section leaning out of position & loose bricks.rem:correct conditions cited
Jun 14, 2011 · Penalty $10,000
Active - Class - 2
Failure to comply w/the comm's order to file a cofc w/the dob respondent failed to correct the violating condition & file a cofc,pursuant to28-204.2 for nov#34889473k.rem:file cofc
Mar 11, 2011 · Penalty $4,000
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner.rear wall.north elevation have vertical cracks @ various locations, approx 2ft in length &1/4 inch wide.@ roof level there are loose bricks & deterioration of
Jan 8, 2011 · Penalty $5,000
Active - Class - 2
Fail to file c of c with dob pursuant to 28-204.2 for violation 34831820y- for residence altered. remedy: file c of c
Aug 11, 2010
Resolve
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- Class - 2
Work w/o permit work noted interior sheet rock partition walls erectedto convert original 2family bldg into a 4family bldg 1 class a dwelling at cellar 2 class a dwelling at 1st fl and 1class a 2nd fl each apt
Mar 17, 2010 · Penalty $4,000
Active - Class - 1
Residence altered for occupancy as a dwelling from 1 to 2 families to 4 more families note bldg illegally converted from 2 family into 4family w/ each apt w/ living room w/ sofa tv & stro bdrm(s) w/ bed clothes
Mar 17, 2010 · Penalty $17,000
Active - Class - 2
Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner note excessive accumulation of debris including toiled fixtures discarded furniture carpet house hold trash empty buckets and plastic bags filled w/ trashed is
Mar 17, 2010 · Penalty $2,500
Active
Complaints
- Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Feb 2, 2026 · Apt 1STFLO
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 12, 2025 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Dec 12, 2024 · Apt 2
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 28, 2023 · Apt 2
Close - Electric
Power outage
Jun 13, 2023 · Apt 2NDFLR
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jun 13, 2023 · Apt 2NDFLR
Close - General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
Jun 13, 2023 · Apt 2NDFLR
Close - Safety
Fire escape
Jun 13, 2023 · Apt 2NDFLR
Close - Door/window
Window pane
Jun 13, 2023 · Apt 2NDFLR
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
May 24, 2023 · Apt SECOND
Close
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- Electric
Power outage
May 24, 2023 · Apt SECOND
Close - Electric
Power outage
May 23, 2023 · Apt 1
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
May 23, 2023 · Apt 1
Close - Electric
No lighting
May 22, 2023 · Apt 1
Close - Heating
Heat related
Nov 25, 2013 · Apt NA
Close - Heating
Heat related
Nov 22, 2013 · Apt NA
Close - Heating
Heat related
Nov 4, 2013 · Apt 1FL
Close - General
Mold
May 13, 2013 · Apt 2FL
Close - Nonconst
Rubbish
May 13, 2013 · Apt 2FL
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 24, 2013 · Apt 2FL
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 24, 2013 · Apt 1FL
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 18, 2012 · Apt 2FL
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Dec 18, 2012 · Apt 2FL
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Dec 18, 2012 · Apt 2FL
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Dec 18, 2012 · Apt 2FL
Close - General
Mold
Dec 18, 2012 · Apt 2FL
Close - Heating
Heat related
Apr 23, 2012 · Apt 1FL
Close - Heating
Heat-plant
Apr 6, 2012 · Apt 1
Close - Heating
Heat related
Apr 6, 2012 · Apt 1
Close - Heating
Heat related
Feb 29, 2012 · Apt 1
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Feb 10, 2012 · Apt 1
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Feb 10, 2012 · Apt 1
Close - Electric
Wiring
Feb 10, 2012 · Apt 1
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Feb 10, 2012 · Apt 1
Close - General
Mold
Feb 10, 2012 · Apt 1
Close - General
Mold
Feb 2, 2012 · Apt 1
Close - General
Mold
Feb 2, 2012 · Apt 1
Close - Heating
Heat related
Feb 2, 2012 · Apt 1
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 31, 2012 · Apt 1
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 12, 2011 · Apt 1
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 12, 2011 · Apt 1
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 11, 2011 · Apt 1
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C3)
- Year built
- 1910
- Floors
- 2
- Residential units
- 4
- Building area
- 3,024 ft²
- Lot area
- 2,500 ft²
- Zoning
- R6A
- Community board
- 305
- Council district
- 37
- Block / lot
- 4154 / 99
- Assessed value
- $210,150
- Landmark / historic district
- No
Questions about 889 Liberty Avenue
Who owns 889 Liberty Avenue?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Liberty 889 Holdings LLC.
Does 889 Liberty Avenue have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 33 housing violations at this property.
Is 889 Liberty Avenue 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 889 Liberty Avenue built?
City records list 1910 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 889 Liberty Avenue?
It has 4 residential units.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.