35-41 97th Street, Queens, NY 11368

The 4-story, 16-unit New Law Tenement building at 35-41 97th Street in Jackson Heights, owned by Fausto Diaz and constructed in 1928, has experienced several significant maintenance issues in recent months. Most notably, in December 2023, violations were issued regarding heat and hot water supply problems, including inadequate heating and hot water at all fixtures in Unit 4D, which also had multiple violations including window counterbalance issues, roof leaks affecting multiple rooms, and plaster repair needs.

Between September and November 2023, the building faced multiple water-related issues, including three separate reports of slow leaks, door/window problems, and pest-related violations with associated HPD inspections resulting in violations. The building's recent history shows ongoing maintenance challenges, particularly affecting Unit 4D, with violations issued in December 2023 for heating systems, hot water, and window issues. The property has maintained a clean record regarding bedbugs in recent years, with no reported infestations between 2019 and 2025.

However, there is a documented history of rodent activity from 2016-2017, with multiple bait applications and inspections showing rat activity during that period, though subsequent inspections indicated compliance with pest control standards. The most recent housing maintenance code complaints show a mix of emergency and non-emergency issues, with the majority being addressed and closed through HPD inspections, some resulting in violations while others had no violations issued. The building's maintenance history suggests ongoing attention to plumbing and heating systems will be necessary, particularly in light of multiple water-related complaints and heating system violations.