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189 Ralph Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11233

2
DOB Complaints
7
311 Housing Calls
0
Housing Violations
0
Permits

Risk Assessment

97
Low Risk

This building shows minimal signs of maintenance issues based on our analysis.

Our AI predicts there is a 97% chance of no major maintenance issues.
Augrented Insights Report for 189 Ralph Avenue

189 Ralph Avenue is a 4-story, 6-unit Old Law Tenement building located in Bedford-Stuyvesant, built in 1930 and currently owned by Sharon Stephens. The property has experienced recurring issues with both heat/hot water and rodent infestations over the past few years. Most recently, in September 2024, there was a heat/hot water complaint that was promptly resolved, and in September 2024, a rodent-related complaint was made but inspectors were unable to access the building.

The building has documented heat/hot water problems in both 2024 and 2019, with similar rodent-related issues surfacing in 2019, 2021, and most recently in 2025. Of particular concern are two active violations issued on June 22-23, 2025, regarding building safety, noting spalling masonry veneer that has dropped onto the sidewalk and the requirement for a sidewalk shed. The building is currently under structural monitoring, with complaints about shaking/vibrating surfaces.

The Department of Buildings has also issued a violation for failure to file the 2022 external low-pressure inspection. While the property has passed multiple rodent inspections in recent years, there appear to be persistent issues requiring attention. However, in terms of bedbug management, the building's recent annual filings (2022-2023 and 2023-2024) indicate zero infested dwelling units, suggesting proactive management of this particular issue.

Last updated: July 27, 2025
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189 Ralph Avenue Building Overview

Renter Risk Rating

This building is in the riskiest 10% of buildings in Bedford-Stuyvesant.

Building Characteristics

Total units 6
Year built 1930
Total area 8856 sq ft
Floors 4
Tax Abatements None
Building Class OLD LAW TENEMENT
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Key Building Statistics

2
DOB Complaints
Complaints filed with the Department of Buildings in the last 7 years.
0
Housing Violations
Class B & C housing maintenance code violations.
7
311 Housing Calls
Housing-related 311 service requests in the last 7 years.
0
Work Orders
Repair orders issued by city agencies.
0
ECB Violations
Environmental Control Board violations on record.
0
Evictions
Evictions executed by city marshalls.
2
Rodent Inspections
Rodent inspections conducted by DOHMH.
0
Building Permits
Permits issued by DOB in the last 7 years.

Included Addresses

  • 594 Mac Donough St, New York, NY 11233
  • 189 Ralph Ave, New York, NY 11233
  • 191 Ralph Ave, New York, NY 11233
  • 193 Ralph Ave, New York, NY 11233
  • 195a Ralph Ave, New York, NY 11233

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189 Ralph Avenue Landlord Information

HPD Registration Contacts

Contact data is from NYC HPD building registration.

RoleNameAddress

Landlord Portfolio

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Landlord Court Records

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189 Ralph Avenue Rent Control Status

Year Built
Built before 1974
Units
More than 6 units
RGB Registration
Registered
Tax Abatement
None found
Year BuiltUnitsRGB RegistrationTax Abatement
Before 1974 >6 units Registered None

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Housing Maintenance Code Complaints

This table shows complaints to 311 related to potential NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) for 189 Ralph Avenue. These complaints are related to conditions such as lack of heat, hot water, mold, pests, and other habitability issues. Class B and C violations are the most serious and may indicate significant problems with building maintenance or safety.

Date ReceivedSttatus DateCategoryTypeStatus
2024-08-172024-08-23Heat/hot Water-Entire BuildingImmediate EmergencyCLOSE
2019-01-222019-01-24Heat/hot Water-Entire BuildingEmergencyCLOSE
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Housing Maintenance Code Violations

This table shows violations of the NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) issued by HPD for 189 Ralph Avenue. These violations are related to conditions such as lack of heat, hot water, mold, pests, and other habitability issues. Class B and C violations are the most serious and may indicate significant problems with building maintenance or safety.

Inspection DateClassStatusStatus DateApartmentNOV DescriptionCertified Date
2024-04-11ACloseNoneNone(A) § HMC: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.None
2023-03-24ACloseNoneNone(A) § HMC: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.None
2022-03-01ACloseNoneNone(A) § HMC: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.None
2021-04-12ACloseNoneNone(A) § HMC: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.None
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311 Service Requests

Service requests made to 311 for 189 Ralph Avenue. Data from NYC 311.

Created DateTypeDescriptionStatusAgencyResolution
2024-09-20 11:44RodentCondition Attracting RodentsClosedDOHMH
2024-08-17 22:48HEAT/HOT WATERENTIRE BUILDINGClosedHPD
2021-07-31 20:34RodentSigns of RodentsClosedDOHMH
2019-04-13 00:00RodentSigns of RodentsClosedDOHMH
2019-04-11 00:00RodentRat SightingClosedDOHMH
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DOB Complaints

Department of Buildings complaints regarding 189 Ralph Avenue.

Complaint #FiledStatusCategoryInspection DateDisposition
2025-06-23CLOSEDBuilding Under Structural Monitoring2025-06-22N1 (2025-06-23)
2025-06-22CLOSEDBuilding Under Structural Monitoring2025-06-22N1 (2025-06-23)
2025-06-22CLOSEDBuilding Shaking/Vibrating/Struct Stability Affected2025-06-22Oath Violation Served (2025-06-23)
38668642022-08-02CLOSEDWork Without a Permit – Occupied Multiple Dwelling2022-08-03Inspector Unable To Gain Access – 2nd Final Attempt (2022-08-03)
36847912019-01-31CLOSEDBoiler: Defective/Inoperative/No Permit2019-02-04Inspector Unable To Gain Access – 2nd Final Attempt (2019-02-04)
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DOB Violations

Department of Buildings violations regarding 189 Ralph Avenue.

Date IssuedCategoryDescriptionStatusComments
2025-06-23V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVETO PROTECT THE PUBLIC, ERECT A SIDEWALK SHED MEASURING APPROXIMATELY 60 LINEAR FEET ALONG RAPLY AVENUE (EXPOSURE 1) AND AN ADDITIONAL 10 LINEAR FEET ALONG MCDONOUGH STREET (EXPOSURE 2)
2025-06-22V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEFAILURE TO MAINTAIN BUILDING IN A CODE COMPLIANT MANNER. PREMISES IS A 4 STORY MIXED USE BUILDING. UPON INSPECTION OBSERVED MASONARY VENEER IS SPALLING AND PIECES FELL ONTO SIDEWALK. EXPOSURE ONE IS IN A STATE OF DIREPAIR
2023-04-25V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEVIOLATION ISSUED-FAILURE TO FILE 2022 EXTERNAL LOW PRESSURE INSPECTION
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Indoor Environment Complaints (DOHMH)

The table below shows indoor environment complaints received regarding the conditions at 189 Ralph Avenue. The information includes the date, type, description, and status of each complaint. The data is sourced from DOHMH/311.

DateTypeDescriptionStatus
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Bedbug Infestations

The table below shows the bedbug reports filed by the landlord for 189 Ralph Avenue. The information includes the file date, infested units, eradicated units, re-infested units, filing start date, and filing end date. The data is sourced from DOHMH. Landlords are required to file these reports; missing data may indicate non-compliance.

File DateInfested UnitsEradicated UnitsRe-infested UnitsFiling Start DateFiling End Date
2024-08-220002022-11-012023-10-31
2022-08-020002020-11-012021-10-31
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Rodent Inspections

Recent rodent inspection results for 189 Ralph Avenue. Data from NYC DOHMH.

DateTypeResult
2025-06-10InitialRat Activity
2025-06-10InitialPassed
2024-06-10InitialPassed
2024-06-10InitialPassed
2022-10-11InitialPassed
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HPD Litigation Explanation

The table below shows the HPD litigation records for 189 Ralph Avenue. The information includes the open date, case type, status, judgement, penalty and whether harassment was found. The data is sourced from HPD.

Source: HPD
Open DateCase TypeStatusJudgementPenaltyHarassment found
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OATH Cases Explanation

The table below shows the Office of Administrative Trials and Hearings cases for 189 Ralph Avenue. The information includes the date, agency, respondent, charge, result, penalty, and status. The data is sourced from OATH.

Source: Office of Administrative Trials and Hearings (OATH)
DateAgencyRespondentChargeResultPenaltyStatus
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ECB Violations

Environmental Control Board violations for 189 Ralph Avenue. Data from ECB.

DateNumberRespondentDescriptionStatusPenaltyBalance Due
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Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) Explanation

The table below shows the Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) records for 189 Ralph Avenue. The information includes the start date, start violations, discharge date, and status. The data is sourced from HPD.

Source: Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD)
Start DateStart ViolationsDischarge DateStatus
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Vacate Orders Explanation

The table below shows the vacate orders for 189 Ralph Avenue. The information includes the effective date, rescinded date, reason, type, and units. The data is sourced from DOB.

Source: Department of Buildings (DOB)
Effective DateRescinded DateReasonTypeUnits
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Work Orders Explanation

The table below shows the work orders for 189 Ralph Avenue. The information includes the date created, type, description, and charge. The data is sourced from HPD.

Source: Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD)
Date CreatedTypeDescriptionCharge
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Liens Explanation

The table below shows tax and water liens for 189 Ralph Avenue. Information includes tax class, month, water only flag, amount, and cycle. Data is sourced from NYC Department of Finance.

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Tax ClassMonthWater OnlyAmountCycle
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Case NumberDateTypeStatusDetails

Sales Records

Sales transactions for 189 Ralph Avenue. Data includes sale date, price, buyer, and seller.

DatePriceBuyerSeller

Asbestos Records

Asbestos abatement filings and records for 189 Ralph Avenue. Data includes filing date, type, and status.

Start DateEnd DateStatusProcedureFloor

Fire Violations

Violations issued by the Fire Department for this property.

Violation NumberDateDescriptionStatus
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Fire Inspections

Fire Department inspection records for this property.

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Fire Certificates

Fire safety certificates for this property.

TypeIssue DateExpiration
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Water Connections

Water connection permits and records for 189 Ralph Avenue. Data includes connection type, date, and status.

MaterialRecord Type

Elevator Permits

Elevator permit records for 189 Ralph Avenue. Data includes permit type, issue date, and status.

TypeIssue DateStatus

Landmark Violations

Landmark preservation violations for 189 Ralph Avenue. Data includes violation date, type, and status.

DateTypeStatus

Planning Projects

City Planning (ZAP) project applications for this building. Data includes project ID, status, borough, and lot/block information.

Project IDStatusBoroughBlockLot
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Building Permits

Department of Buildings issued building permits for this property. This includes permits for construction, alteration, and demolition work. Data includes permit type, job number, status, and issue date.

Permit TypeJob NumberStatusIssue Date

Electrical Permits

Department of Buildings issued electrical permits for this property. This includes permits for electrical work, installations, and modifications. Data includes permit type, job number, status, and issue date.

Permit TypeJob NumberStatusIssue Date

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