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189 Ross Street, Brooklyn, NY 11211

7
DOB Complaints
7
311 Housing Calls
37
Housing Violations
0
Permits

Risk Assessment

86
Low Risk

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

Our AI predicts there is a 86% chance of no major maintenance issues.
Augrented Insights Report for 189 Ross Street

The six-story, 35-unit building at 189 Ross Street in Williamsburg, owned by Sholem Kestenbaum, has experienced several notable issues over recent years. Most concerning are the multiple cooking gas-related complaints in early 2023, categorized as emergencies, though inspections found no violations. More recent concerns include multiple violations identified in December 2024, particularly involving fire safety, with encumbrances obstructing fire escape egress documented at various building levels.

These violations include issues with household items in hallways, though most other violations from this inspection have been marked as closed. The building has a history of infrastructure concerns, with emergency violations in 2020 related to fire escape safety, smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, and plumbing issues involving radiators. Previous records show a series of complaints from 2020 concerning potential illegal conversions, electrical wiring issues, and gas-related problems, though most were closed without violations. The building's basement underwent scrutiny for safety and code compliance in 2020-2022, with violations issued regarding commercial gas dryers and their installation, though these were resolved with penalties.

Property maintenance records indicate regular inspections and compliance activities, with no bedbug infestations reported in the past five years, and recent environmental reporting showing no significant unresolved issues. The building's compliance history also shows several elevator-related violations and failures to certify corrections of certain violations in 2019-2020, though most of these were ultimately dismissed or resolved. Recent inspections have primarily focused on hallway storage issues and fire safety concerns, suggesting ongoing attention to building common areas and emergency egress. The most recent bedbug and rodent inspection records from 2020-2024 show no infestations or significant pest issues.

Last updated: July 27, 2025
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189 Ross Street Building Overview

Renter Risk Rating

This building is in the riskiest 10% of buildings in Williamsburg.

Building Characteristics

Total units 35
Year built 1925
Total area 25800 sq ft
Floors 6
Tax Abatements None
Building Class NEW LAW TENEMENT
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Key Building Statistics

7
DOB Complaints
Complaints filed with the Department of Buildings in the last 7 years.
37
Housing Violations
Class B & C housing maintenance code violations.
7
311 Housing Calls
Housing-related 311 service requests in the last 7 years.
1
Work Orders
Repair orders issued by city agencies.
3
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.

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  • 189 Ross St, New York, NY 11211
  • 191 Ross St, New York, NY 11211

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189 Ross Street Landlord Information

HPD Registration Contacts

Contact data is from NYC HPD building registration.

RoleNameAddress

Landlord Portfolio

Other NYC buildings registered to this landlord.

AddressUnitsCode ViolationsRisk Rating

Landlord Court Records

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189 Ross Street 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 Ross Street. 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
2023-02-062023-05-29General-Cooking GasEmergencyCLOSE
2023-02-162023-05-29General-Cooking GasEmergencyCLOSE
2023-02-162023-05-29General-Cooking GasEmergencyCLOSE
2020-09-262020-10-14Safety-Fire EscapeEmergencyCLOSE
2020-09-262020-10-14Flooring/stairs-FloorNon EmergencyCLOSE
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Housing Maintenance Code Violations

This table shows violations of the NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) issued by HPD for 189 Ross Street. 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
2024-12-17AOpenNoneNone§ 300 M/D LAW FILE PLANS AND APPLICATION AND LEGALIZE THE FOLLOWING ALTERATION OR RESTORE TO THE LEGAL CONDITION EXISTING PRIOR TO THE MAKING OF SAID ALTERATION METAL DECK STRUCTUALLY ERECTED AT WEST YARDNone
2024-12-17COpenNoneNone§ 27-2005, 27-2007, 27-2041.1 HMC, §238, § 309; § 107 (2) ( C) MDL AND 28 RCNY §25-171: REPLACE OR REPAIR THE SELF-CLOSING DOORS THAT IS MISSING OR DEFECTIVE COMPACTOR HOPPER DOOR LATCH SET AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORY2025-01-10T00:00:00.000Z
2024-12-17BCloseNoneNone§ 27-2005, 2007 ADM CODE AND DEPT. RULES AND REGULATIONS. REMOVE THE ENCUMBRANCE OBSTRUCTING EGRESS FROM FIRE ESCAPES HOUSEHOLD ITMES AT 1ST STACK FROM WEST AT SOUTH EXTERIOR WALL AT FIRE ESCAPE, 5th STORY2025-02-10T00:00:00.000Z
2024-12-17BCloseNoneNone§ 27-2005, 2007 ADM CODE AND DEPT. RULES AND REGULATIONS. REMOVE THE ENCUMBRANCE OBSTRUCTING EGRESS FROM FIRE ESCAPES HOUSEHOLD ITEMS AT 1ST STACK FROM WEST AT SOUTH EXTERIOR WALL AT FIRE ESCAPE, 3rd STORY2025-02-10T00:00:00.000Z
2024-12-17BCloseNoneNone§ 27-2005, 2007 ADM CODE REMOVE ALL ENCUMBRANCES CONSISTING OF HOUSEHOLD ITEMS AT PUBLIC HALL, 3rd STORY2025-02-10T00:00:00.000Z
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311 Service Requests

Service requests made to 311 for 189 Ross Street. Data from NYC 311.

Created DateTypeDescriptionStatusAgencyResolution
2023-02-16 21:11GENERALCOOKING GASClosedHPD
2023-02-16 19:09GENERALCOOKING GASClosedHPD
2023-02-06 20:26GENERALCOOKING GASClosedHPD
2020-09-26 21:50FLOORING/STAIRSFLOORClosedHPD
2020-09-26 21:50FLOORING/STAIRSFLOORClosedHPD
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DOB Complaints

Department of Buildings complaints regarding 189 Ross Street.

Complaint #FiledStatusCategoryInspection DateDisposition
39884852024-12-20CLOSEDWork Without a Permit – Occupied Multiple Dwelling2024-12-23No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2024-12-23)
38788182022-10-21CLOSEDBoiler: Defective/Inoperative/No Permit2022-10-21Oath Violation Served (2022-10-21)
37654322020-08-19CLOSEDGas Utility Referral2020-08-19Oath Violation Served (2020-08-20)
37652102020-08-18CLOSEDIllegal Conversion2021-02-22Inspector Unable To Gain Access – 2nd Final Attempt (2021-02-23)
37652062020-08-18CLOSEDElectrical Wiring: Defective/Exposed – In Progress2020-09-17Inspector Unable To Gain Access – 2nd Final Attempt (2020-09-17)
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DOB Violations

Department of Buildings violations regarding 189 Ross Street.

Date IssuedCategoryDescriptionStatusComments
2021-12-01V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSEDFAILURE TO DISPLAY ENERGY EFFICIENCY SCORE AND ENERGY EFFICIENCY GRADE AS PER ADCODE SEC. 28-309.12.3CIANOW CRM Violation Dismissed2023-05-19
2021-01-15V*-DOB VIOLATION - ResolvedPPN203 AOC SUB 032522 BY EASTERN ELEV CO STEVEN LETSCH CERT#1350032022-04-07
2020-11-11V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSEDFAILURE TO CERTIFY CORRECTION ON IMMEDIATELY HAZARDOUS (CLASS 1) ECB VIOLATION000810 PAID INVOICE 907587852023-05-17
2020-11-11V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSEDFAILURE TO CERTIFY CORRECTION ON IMMEDIATELY HAZARDOUS (CLASS 1) ECB VIOLATION000810 PAID INVOICE 907587892023-05-17
2020-01-15V*-DOB VIOLATION - ResolvedPPN203 AOC SUB 032522 BY EASTERN ELEV CO STEVEN LETSCH CERT#1350032022-04-07
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Indoor Environment Complaints (DOHMH)

The table below shows indoor environment complaints received regarding the conditions at 189 Ross Street. 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 Ross Street. 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
2024-12-120002023-11-012024-10-31
2023-12-110002022-11-012023-10-31
2022-12-070002021-11-012022-10-31
2021-12-230002020-11-012021-10-31
2020-12-220002019-11-012020-10-31
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Rodent Inspections

Recent rodent inspection results for 189 Ross Street. Data from NYC DOHMH.

DateTypeResult
2017-10-16ComplianceFailed for Other R
2017-09-13InitialFailed for Other R
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HPD Litigation Explanation

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

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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 Ross Street. 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 Ross Street. Data from ECB.

DateNumberRespondentDescriptionStatusPenaltyBalance Due
2022-10-2139072436R189 ROSS LLC 1STORAGE@BLR ROOM/STORAGE SHED@YARD BLOCKING CHIMNEY BASE ACCESS DOOR/OLD/UNUSED HW BLR NOT LEGALLY ABANDONED/BLDG WATER PUMP DEFECTÝNOISE¨/BLR WATER FEED PIPE CORRODE/EXPANSION TANK LEAK/SAFETY VLV BODY DRAIN MRESOLVE0.00.0
2020-08-1939027218X189 ROSS LLCI OBSERVED IN BASEMENT LAUNDRY ROOM SEVERAL COMMERCIAL GAS DRYERS WITH NO SPRINKLER COVERAGE WHICH THEREFORE IS NO FIRE PROTECTION FOR GAS DRYERS, PROVIDE A SYSTEM OF AUTOMATIC SPRINKLERS WHERE REQUIREDRESOLVE2500.02500.0
2020-08-1939027219H189 ROSS LLCI OBSERVED IN BASEMENT SEVERAL COMMERCIAL GAS DRYERS WITH GAS FLEX CONNECTORS INSTALLED ON GAS DRYERS WHICH IS PROHIBITED AND NOT CODE COMPLAINT AND NEEDS TO BE HARD PIPED, REPAIR AND/REPLACERESOLVE1250.01250.0
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Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) Explanation

The table below shows the Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) records for 189 Ross Street. 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 Ross Street. 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 Ross Street. The information includes the date created, type, description, and charge. The data is sourced from HPD.

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

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

Source: NYC Department of Finance
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Case NumberDateTypeStatusDetails

Sales Records

Sales transactions for 189 Ross Street. Data includes sale date, price, buyer, and seller.

DatePriceBuyerSeller

Asbestos Records

Asbestos abatement filings and records for 189 Ross Street. 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.

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Water Connections

Water connection permits and records for 189 Ross Street. Data includes connection type, date, and status.

MaterialRecord Type

Elevator Permits

Elevator permit records for 189 Ross Street. Data includes permit type, issue date, and status.

TypeIssue DateStatus

Landmark Violations

Landmark preservation violations for 189 Ross Street. 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.

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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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