1868 Palmetto Street, Queens, NY 11385

The 3-story, 6-unit residential building at 1868 Palmetto Street in Ridgewood, owned by Yisroel Rosen, has experienced significant maintenance issues in recent years, particularly in 2023. The building faced multiple heat and hot water complaints throughout May 2023, with both apartment-specific and building-wide issues being reported, some resulting in violations. The property also underwent rodent control efforts during 2023, with multiple baiting sessions and inspections showing rat activity, though it passed the most recent rodent inspection in October 2024. Recent violations identified in August 2023 included missing carbon monoxide detectors and smoke detectors in apartment 2L, scalding hot water in apartment 2R, and defective self-closing doors in various locations.

The building's systems have also raised concerns, with active ECB violations from 2021 regarding unauthorized gas line work and unpermitted gas piping installation, though these were previously resolved with penalties. The property has maintained a clean record for several serious pest issues in recent years, with no bedbug reports since 2019, and the most recent inspections showing no evidence of infestation. Building safety features have been a focus of recent violations, with inspections in 2023 identifying issues with self-closing doors in multiple apartments. While some violations from 2022-2023 have been closed, including various safety and maintenance issues, there are still some open violations as of the most recent inspection in 2024.

The building's heat and hot water systems have shown recurrent problems, particularly highlighted by the cluster of complaints in May 2023. The property has also experienced electrical issues in the past, with a power outage complaint recorded in 2019. The building's maintenance history suggests ongoing challenges with basic systems and safety features, though there have been periods of compliance with more recent inspections showing some improvements. The property owner has addressed many violations over time, with several being closed following the required corrections, while some issues remain pending resolution as of the most recent inspections. The building's age (constructed in 1930) and classification as a "NEW LAW TENEMENT" indicate it is subject to specific housing maintenance regulations, which appear to be enforced through the documented violations and inspections.