1890 Starr Street, Queens, NY 11385

1890 Starr Street is a 2-story, 3-unit residential building located in Ridgewood, built in 2006 and currently owned by David Simon. The property has experienced several recurring maintenance issues over the past two years, with the most significant problems occurring in late 2023. Multiple Housing Maintenance Code violations were identified in October 2023, including issues with ceiling paint/plaster, water leaks, and mold in Apartment 3. The building has also shown persistent problems with pests, as evidenced by service requests in October 2023.

More recent complaints in 2025 include issues with the intercom system, which was inspected by HPD but found not to violate housing laws. The building's maintenance history shows a pattern of violations and complaints, particularly regarding building systems and general upkeep. There were housing code violations identified in October 2023 related to defective self-closing doors and water leaks requiring repair. The property management has generally addressed violations within reasonable timeframes, with most being certified as corrected by late 2023 or early 2024. Recent inspections for rodent presence in January 2024 passed compliance checks, though there was a failed inspection in October 2023.

Notably, the building has maintained a consistent record of zero bedbug infestations in recent years, as verified by monthly reports. The building had some regulatory actions in 2022 regarding illegal conversion and work without a permit, though inspection access was not granted. The property has undergone several inspections and received various violations that have been addressed, though some underlying maintenance issues appear to persist. Recent complaints have been promptly investigated, with most violations being resolved through proper certification processes. The building's owners have generally complied with correction orders, with only a few violations remaining unresolved as of the latest data.