187 Kent Avenue
This building has a severe track record, and our model predicts major ongoing maintenance failures.
This building has 3 recorded HPD violations, at or below the Williamsburg average of 9.4.
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How 187 Kent Avenue's risk score is calculated
We trained a model on 7 years of city inspection data — HPD violation filings, tenant complaints, and owner track records across their entire portfolio. It estimates the probability that HPD inspectors will find serious or dangerous violations at this address in the next 12 months. Lower % = safer.
What the score means for you
Out of 3634 buildings in this neighborhood, 436 have a higher predicted risk.
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What's in the 187 Kent Avenue report
| Total units | 96 |
|---|---|
| Floors | 7 |
| Year built | 2018 |
| Gross area | 86,373 sq ft |
| Building class | — |
| Tax abatement | None |
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187 Kent Avenue event timeline
Violations, complaints, fines, and permits — the most recent records on file, in order.
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What this is
Housing code violations issued by HPD against property conditions. Non-compliance with NYC's Housing Maintenance Code can result in violations and fines.
| Inspection Date | Class | Category | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/30/2025 | C | Original | § 27-2005, 2007 Adm Code Remove The Illegal Fastening Consisting Of An Unacceptable Electromagnetic Lock At Building Entrance Door At Public Hall, 1St Story, Section ''50'' | Violation Closed |
| 07/30/2025 | B | Original | § 27-2005 Adm Code Provide Security In The Event Of Power Outage By Means Of An Acceptable Heavy Duty Lock And Latch Set At Building Entrance Door At Public Hall, 1St Story, Section ''50'' | Violation Dismissed |
| 06/14/2022 | C | Original | § 27-2005, 2007 Adm Code Remove The Illegal Fastening Unacceptable Electromatic Magnectic Locking Device Install At The Front Building Entrance Door At Public Hall | Violation Closed |
What this is
Complaints filed with HPD about conditions violating the NYC Housing Maintenance Code or NY State Multiple Dwelling Law.
| Received | Category | Type | Status | Apartment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/24/2026 | Unsanitary Condition – Mold | Emergency | Close | 505 |
| 02/24/2026 | Heat/Hot Water – Apartment Only | Emergency | Close | 505 |
| 03/02/2026 | Heat/Hot Water – Apartment Only | Emergency | Close | 505 |
| 03/02/2026 | Heat/Hot Water – Apartment Only | Emergency | Close | 505 |
| 12/13/2025 | Heat/Hot Water – Apartment Only | Emergency | Close | 505 |
What this is
Service requests logged daily with the city through 311 and tracked to resolution. These are complaints that can be directed to specific city agencies.
| Created Date | Problem | Problem Detail | Agency Name | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/23/2026 | Unsanitary Animal Pvt Property | Dog | Department of Health and Mental Hygiene | Closed |
| 03/03/2026 | Heat/Hot Water | Apartment Only | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
| 03/03/2026 | Heat/Hot Water | Apartment Only | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
| 02/25/2026 | Heat/Hot Water | Apartment Only | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
| 02/25/2026 | Unsanitary Condition | Mold | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
What this is
All complaints received by the Department of Buildings, including those from 311 and complaints entered directly by DOB staff.
| Filed | Number | Status | Category | Disposition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/12/2026 | 3A66555 | Active | 6V | |
| 03/18/2026 | 3A53368 | Closed | 79 | 03/25/2026 |
| 03/11/2026 | 3A51872 | Active | 49 | |
| 12/09/2024 | 3987111 | Closed | 7K | 12/24/2024 |
| 11/27/2024 | 3985708 | Closed | 7K | 12/19/2024 |
What this is
Civil penalties and violation notices issued by the Department of Buildings for construction and building code violations.
| Issue Date | Category | Type | Description | Disposition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/05/2025 | V*-Dob Violation - Dismissed | Aeuhaz1-Fail To Certify Class 1 None | Failure To Certify Correction On Immediately Hazardous (Class 1) Ecb Violation | 03/18/2025 |
| 05/02/2024 | V*-Dob Violation - Dismissed | Bench-Failure To Benchmark None | Failure To File Benchmarking Report Of Energy Use As Per Ad. Code Sec. 28-309.4 | 01/06/2025 |
What this is
Summonses and penalties adjudicated by OATH (Office of Administrative Trials & Hearings) and the Environmental Control Board. DOB enforcement cases that have been heard and decided.
| Issue Date | Violation # | Status | Description | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/01/2025 | 37035536Z | Active | Failure To File Required Annual Boiler Inspection Reports For Low-Pressure Boiler 40000062138N0001 In Accordance With The Rules Of The Department. 1Rcny 103-01(D)(1) Requires That An Annual Inspection Report Fo | $3,125 |
| 10/01/2024 | 37031691K | Resolve | Failure To Submit The Required Parking Structure Initial Observation Report For An Existing Parking Structure Or A Periodic Inspection Of A Parking Structure(Pips) Report Documenting The Conditions Of Psid#B000 | $1,250 |
| 02/05/2024 | 35675948H | Resolve | Occupancy Contrary To That Allowed By Dob Records. Illegal Occupancy Noted At Apt. #505 Having Been Converted/Occupied As 2 Sro Units With Key Locking Devices For Every Bedroom. Remedy: Restore To Prior Legal C | $2,500 |
| 02/05/2024 | 35675949J | Resolve | Failure To Provide The Required Number Of Means Of Egress For Every Floor As Per Bc1018.1(2008), Bc1021.1(2014), Bc1006.3(2022) And 27-366 For Sro Units At Apartment #506. Remedy: Discontinue Illegal Occupancy. | $2,500 |
| 02/05/2024 | 35676025Y | Resolve | Bc907.28 Failure To Provide The Required Fire Alarm System For Sro Units At Apartment #506. Remedy: Discontinue Illegal Occupancy. | $2,500 |
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Executed eviction warrants in NYC from 2017-present. Records of completed residential and commercial evictions processed through housing court.
| Executed Date | Docket # | Apartment | Type | Marshal |
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Recorded real estate transactions and property sales. Public records of building transfers and changes in ownership.
| Sale Date | Price | Building Class | Neighborhood | Apartment |
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What this is
Property owner reports of bedbug infestation status required by NYC law. Building owners must file annual reports on bedbug treatment and infestation history.
| Filing Date | Infested Units | Eradicated | Re-infested | Period End |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/04/2025 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2025 |
| 12/16/2024 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2024 |
| 12/14/2023 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2023 |
| 01/12/2023 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2022 |
| 03/10/2022 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2021 |
What this is
NYC Department of Health & Mental Hygiene rodent inspection results. Records of inspections for rat and rodent infestation signs.
| Inspection Date | Type | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 04/15/2026 | Initial | Passed |
| 02/22/2021 | Compliance | Passed |
| 10/13/2020 | Initial | Failed For Other Reason |
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Construction and demolition permits issued by the Department of Buildings. Required for legal building, construction, and demolition activities in NYC.
| Filing Date | Type | Work | Floor | Description | Status | Issued |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/28/2026 | Initial Permit | General Construction | Floor Number(s) 1 through 1 | Installing New Single Step At Ada Egress Entrance. | Signed-Off | 05/28/2026 |
| 05/22/2026 | Initial Permit | Structural | Floor Number(s) 1 through 1 | Reinforcement For New Stair In Existing Retail Space | Signed-Off | 05/22/2026 |
| 01/22/2026 | Initial Permit | Sign | Facade | Erect Non-Illuminated Projecting White Banners Sign With Letters In Japanese And English (3) @ Kent Avenue And North 3Rd Street Elevation. Non-Flashing, Non-Advertising Sign, No Change To Use, Egress, Or Ocupation. | Signed-Off | 01/22/2026 |
| 12/21/2025 | Initial Permit | Sign | Facade | Erect Sign Tag As An Illuminated Wall Sign Panel With Letters One In Japanese And One In English ( Sign B ) @ North 3Rd Street Elevation As Show On The Drawings File Herewith. | Signed-Off | 12/21/2025 |
| 12/21/2025 | Initial Permit | Sign | Facade | Erect Sign Tag As An Illuminated Under Canopy Sign Panel With Letters One In Japanese And In English ( Sign A-2 ) @ Kent Avenue Elevation As Show On The Drawings File Herewith. | Signed-Off | 12/21/2025 |
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