64-26 65th Lane, Queens, NY 11379

The two-family house at 64-26 65th Lane, owned by Stephen Borchers and located in Middle Village, has experienced recurring issues with rodents, electrical problems, and sanitation concerns since at least 2020. Most recently, in August 2023, there were multiple rodent-related complaints, though follow-up inspections by the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) found no violations, and an HPD inspection regarding garbage/recycling storage also found no violations, despite the complaint being categorized as unsanitary conditions.

The building has a documented history of electrical issues, including two power outages in 2020 and 2021, and lighting problems in 2021, which resulted in violations issued against apartment 2 for defective electrical outlets, inadequate lighting, and various repair needs. More concerning is the property's documented history of illegal alterations and safety violations between 2021 and 2025, including multiple complaints about illegal conversions, unauthorized construction work, and safety issues. In 2022, the building was found to have created additional bedrooms without proper light and ventilation, and there were also citations for removing or defacing a posted vacate order.

While recent rodent inspections in 2023 and 2021 passed without violations, the pattern of complaints indicates ongoing maintenance and compliance challenges, particularly relating to electrical systems and sanitation. The building has consistently passed health department inspections when specifically investigated for rodent-related issues, suggesting that while complaints have been frequent, the immediate health violations have not been substantiated during official inspections. The current active violation regarding the removal of a vacate order and past electrical violations remain notable concerns, though many previous complaints and violations have been closed through various means, including compliance inspections and certification of corrections.