18-20 Himrod Street, Queens, NY 11385

The two-story, four-unit OLD LAW TENEMENT building located at 18-20 Himrod Street in Ridgewood, owned by Francesco Ballatore, has experienced several significant maintenance issues in recent years. In early 2023, there was a cluster of complaints requiring HPD intervention, including heating issues (both building-wide and apartment-specific), appliance problems (with both electric/gas ranges and a refrigerator), plumbing issues involving toilets and sinks, and concerns about flooring, cabinets, and water leaks.

While many of these incidents were resolved without violations, particularly notable are the violations related to cabinets and flooring that were documented in January 2023. More recent developments include multiple open violations from 2023-2024 involving the need to file annual bedbug reports, along with several maintenance issues specific to Apartment 1L that require attention, including problems with paint, cabinets, carbon monoxide detectors, water leaks, and various flooring and plumbing issues.

The building has also faced rodent activity challenges, with multiple bait applications recorded throughout 2025, following inspections in 2024 that noted rat activity. Additionally, there was a gas utility inspection in March 2024 where access was denied on the second attempt. The building's history shows a mix of maintenance challenges over the years, with the most pressing issues appearing to center around plumbing, heating systems, and pest control.