134 Jewel Avenue, Queens, NY 11367

134 Jewel Avenue is a 2-story, 318-unit residential building constructed in 1960 under the ownership of Gus Sfakianos. The property, classified as a PD GARDEN/MASONETTE building, has experienced numerous maintenance issues in recent years, particularly during 2025. There have been multiple heat and hot water complaints (six incidents between March and June 2025), with some being classified as emergencies.

The building has also faced significant plumbing and sanitation challenges, with reports of mold and pest infestations in multiple units throughout 2025, particularly affecting apartments A and 1FLOOR, as documented in recent Housing Maintenance Code violations. These violations, which remain open, include issues with water leaks, roach infestations, and plumbing repairs needed in various units. The Department of Buildings records from 2018-2019 indicate previous serious concerns, including multiple unregistered boiler violations with penalties totaling $3,125, though some related violations have since been resolved.

The building has a history of water-related issues, with multiple complaints about slow leaks and water supply problems between 2024-2025. Despite these challenges, recent bedbug reports for 2023-2024 show no infestations, and rodent inspections from 2017-2020 have consistently passed. The current open violations and recent service requests suggest ongoing maintenance challenges, particularly regarding heating systems, water infrastructure, and pest control, though many complaints have been addressed through HPD inspections. The property has shown some responsiveness to maintenance issues, with several complaints being closed after corrections were reported, though others remain unresolved or required re-filing of complaints for proper inspection follow-up.