89-02 70th Road, Queens, NY 11375

The two-family house at 89-02 70th Road in Forest Hills, owned by Helen Lame, has experienced several significant maintenance issues throughout 2024 and into mid-2025. Most recently, a heat and hot water outage was reported and resolved in October 2024, though similar issues persisted with another emergency heat/hot water complaint emerging in June 2025.

The building has faced persistent water-related problems, with multiple reports of water leaks in various forms throughout 2024, including both heavy and slow leaks, some of which resulted in violations being issued by the Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD). September 2024 was particularly concerning, with multiple overlapping complaints including water leaks, mold, window frame issues, and unsanitary conditions, resulting in several emergency responses.

The property has recent and ongoing concerns that warrant attention, including two open non-emergency complaints as of June 2025 regarding unsanitary conditions related to pests and wall paint/plaster issues. Additionally, there is an active illegal conversion complaint entered in June 2025, following multiple earlier complaints between September 2024 and May 2025, though previous inspections were unable to gain access for verification. The building's maintenance history shows recurring issues with basic services and infrastructure, particularly in relation to water systems and general building upkeep, suggesting ongoing challenges with maintenance and resident comfort.