17-27 Himrod Street, Queens, NY 11385

The 6-unit, 3-story tenement building at 17-27 Himrod Street in Ridgewood, built in 1930 and currently owned by 1727 Himrod LLC, has experienced persistent maintenance issues and code violations in recent years. Most notably, early 2025 saw multiple complaints regarding heat and hot water problems, including one emergency complaint in February that was closed without inspection access, and another heavy flow water leak complaint from February 2025 that also could not be inspected despite HPD efforts. The building has a documented history of rat activity, with inspections in 2025 (February and March), 2023 (May and March), and previous inspections in 2017, 2014, and 2013 showing varying results, though most recent (2025) inspections indicated ongoing rodent issues.

Significant violations were found in Apartment 3L between 2023-2024, including an infestation of roaches (Class C), issues with water leaks (Class A), scalding hot water exceeding 130 degrees (Class C), and various problems with window frames and plaster surfaces. The building has also faced regulatory scrutiny regarding potential illegal conversions or hotel room use between 2022-2022, leading to a violation for work without a permit related to bedroom partition installation in late 2022, though specific violations for these complaints are noted as "No Violation Warranted" or "Inspector Unable To Gain Access." While the building has had multiple emergency and non-emergency complaints regarding electrical issues, door/windows, and other maintenance matters, many were inspected and closed with no violations found. The property has consistently reported zero bedbug infestations since 2021, suggesting effective pest management in this regard.

The building's maintenance history shows a pattern of recurring issues, particularly with heat/hot water, water leaks, and rodent activity. While many complaints are resolved and closed, the frequency and nature of the complaints indicate ongoing building management challenges. Recent inspections and complaints suggest particular attention may be needed regarding water systems and pest control, though not all complaints resulted in documented violations.