1887 Dekalb Avenue, Queens, NY 11385

The three-family house at 1887 Dekalb Avenue in Ridgewood, owned by Boris Girtz, has exhibited recurring maintenance issues since its construction in 2008. Most recently, in March 2024, the building experienced multiple electrical problems (including issues with outlets and lighting), along with emergency-level violations for mold and heavy water leaks.

This pattern of moisture-related problems is particularly concerning, as similar complaints about mold were documented in September 2023 and February 2021, though no violations were found in the 2023 inspection. The building's infrastructure has also faced electrical challenges, with documented power outages and wiring problems in September 2023, and heating issues were reported in August 2018, though resolved quickly according to tenant reports. The property's maintenance history shows some systemic issues, particularly regarding moisture management and electrical systems, with multiple emergency-level complaints requiring HPD intervention.

While most recent complaints have been resolved relatively quickly, the repeated nature of similar issues suggests ongoing maintenance challenges. An investigation in March 2019 regarding illegal plumbing work (collateral to this address) was closed due to access denial. Although many complaints have been classified as "Non-Emergency," the presence of multiple recent violations warrants attention to the building's overall maintenance patterns.