707 Seneca Avenue, Queens, NY 11385

The three-story tenement building at 707 Seneca Avenue, owned by Shirley Jaramillo, has experienced recurring infrastructure issues over recent years, particularly with electrical and water systems. Most notably, there have been multiple electrical problems in early 2023, including power outages and lighting failures, with one violation issued in February 2023 specifically related to inadequate electrical service in Apartment 2. Water-related concerns were prominent in 2021, with documented heavy flow leaks and plumbing issues, particularly affecting the bathroom in Apartment 2R.

The building has also faced heating system challenges, with heating and hot water complaints in both December 2022 and November 2021, though some were resolved after occupant verification. The property has undergone several inspections and faced various violations related to safety and maintenance. In 2021, issues were identified regarding carbon monoxide detectors, water leaks, and building code compliance in Apartment 2R.

More concerning was a structural issue in 2021 when metal awning frame dislodged with brick veneer at the front of the building, resulting in a $2,500 violation. Recent building maintenance issues include two active violations issued in June 2023 for failure to file external low pressure inspections for 2018 and 2021. While there have been three illegal conversion complaints filed (2021, 2023, and 2024), inspections were unable to gain access. On a positive note, the building has demonstrated effective pest management practices, with no documented bedbug infestations in recent years, and successfully passed rodent inspections consistently from 2013 to 2024.