189 Ocean Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11225

189 Ocean Avenue is a three-story, two-family residential building constructed in 1901, currently owned by Fern Vernon. The property has experienced recurring maintenance issues, particularly in 2018 and 2022, with several documented instances of water-related problems. In 2018, multiple water-related complaints were recorded, including a significant "heavy flow" leak, which led to violations requiring repairs to ceilings in multiple areas, including the kitchen and a room on the first floor.

The building also faced emergency complaints regarding mold, pests, electrical wiring, door issues, and paint/plaster problems during this period. More recently, in April 2022, there were three emergency complaints involving mold and water leaks, though no violations were issued following HPD inspections. As of October 2023, there are still several open housing maintenance violations from 2018-2022 relating to door repairs, water leaks, and plumbing issues. The building's history includes significant violations regarding illegal cellar conversion and occupancy in 2018, with work performed without a permit for electrical conduits and outlets installation.

This violation resulted in a $625 penalty, though the balance was later resolved. The property has successfully passed recent rodent inspections in 2017 and 2019. According to Department of Buildings records, an illegal conversion complaint from August 2018 was fully rescinded in March 2023. While many complaints from 2018 and 2022 were addressed, the presence of multiple open violations and the pattern of recurring water-related issues suggest ongoing maintenance challenges.