1650 Putnam Avenue, Queens, NY 11385

The three-story, six-unit tenement building at 1650 Putnam Avenue in Ridgewood, owned by Oren Noy, has experienced several significant maintenance issues in recent years. Most notably, in early 2025, there were reports of unsanitary conditions related to mold, and heating system problems affecting the entire building, though the latter complaint was closed due to inability to gain access for inspection.

A cluster of violations was identified in early 2024 in Apartment 1R, including issues with a bathtub glaze, kitchen countertop, bathroom walls, and door hardware, though these violations were certified as closed later in February 2024. The building has a documented history of water-related problems, with complaints in 2021 showing issues with water leaks affecting multiple units (including damp spots in 2L), and past complaints regarding garbage/recycling storage in 2019.

The property has generally maintained good pest control standards, with no reported bedbug infestations in the most recent five annual reports from 2019-2024, and all rodent inspections from 2012 through September 2024 have resulted in passing grades. While the building has passed multiple rodent inspections and shows no recent bedbug issues, the recurring pattern of maintenance violations, particularly related to water damage, electrical wiring, and sanitary conditions, suggests ongoing challenges with building maintenance. The most recent complaints in 2025, particularly regarding mold, indicate that some maintenance issues persist as of early 2025, requiring attention as per HPD's violation process.