63-36 98th Place, Queens, NY 11374

The six-story, 66-unit building at 63-36 98th Place in Rego Park, owned by Douglas Ciampa and completed in 1980, has experienced several significant maintenance and safety issues in recent years. As of mid-2025, the building faces rodent problems, with recent DOHMH inspections in June and July 2025 confirming rat activity. The property has also dealt with multiple infrastructure and safety concerns, including electrical wiring issues, window guard problems, and various unsanitary conditions.

Notably, in October 2024, Apartment 5D was found to have multiple violations including pest infestations (roaches), defective smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, and interior maintenance issues such as required painting and repairs to cabinets and doors. The building's elevator system has presented ongoing compliance challenges, with violations related to its weight capacity and balance tests recorded in 2023, resulting in a $1,250 penalty. The property has a documented history of pest management interventions, with bedbug infestations reported in 2023-2024 and several units treated in previous years.

Between 2024 and 2025, multiple 311 complaints and HPD inspections have been recorded, covering a range of issues from plumbing and ventilation problems to flooring concerns. While many of these complaints were eventually closed, it's notable that several HPD inspections were unable to be completed, requiring residents to re-file complaints for proper inspections. The building has maintained somewhat regular compliance with rodent baiting efforts, with multiple bait applications recorded throughout 2024-2025, though recent inspections continue to show rat activity.