1720 Palmetto Street, Queens, NY 11385

1720 Palmetto Street is a 3-story, 6-unit residential building constructed in 1930 and currently owned by Naftali Hager. The property has experienced recurring issues with indoor air quality, particularly sewage odors, with three documented complaints in 2023 alone (February, March, and August). The building has faced persistent pest problems, with multiple violations and service requests related to rodent and insect infestations, most notably concentrated in apartment 1R in 2023, where violations were issued for both mouse and roach infestations.

The Department of Buildings has documented structural and safety concerns, including an open violation from May 2023 regarding defects with self-closing doors in the vestibule, and historical issues with building walls and masonry noted in 2018 that resulted in a penalty of $625. The building's maintenance history reveals ongoing challenges and some improvements. Water-related issues have been documented, including a slow leak and sewage problems reported in February 2022.

Recent inspections indicate some progress, with the most recent rodent inspection in September 2024 passing successfully, suggesting improvements in pest management. The property has maintained a bedbug-free status according to annual reports from 2021 through 2024. Historical data shows various building system issues, including concerns with carbon monoxide and smoke detectors in 2021, and problems with door/window security in 2021. While some issues have been resolved through proper channels, there are notable patterns of recurring maintenance challenges, particularly regarding pest control and indoor air quality, though recent inspections indicate some positive developments in these areas.