83-32 159th Street, Queens, NY 11432

The two-family house at 83-32 159th Street in Jamaica Hills, owned by Isaac Itah, has experienced several concerning issues since 2021, with the most recent problems occurring in March 2025 when two power outage incidents were reported and violations were issued by HPD. The building, constructed in 2000, is currently facing an active Environmental Control Board violation from April 2024 regarding a deteriorated front column holding the awning, which presents a fall hazard and was noted as a building maintenance concern with a penalty of $3,125.

In 2021, the property had multiple simultaneous issues requiring attention, including problems with electrical wiring, plumbing (basin/sink), water leaks, unsanitary conditions (including pest infestations and mold), general ventilation system problems, and safety concerns related to smoke detectors - all of which were eventually corrected according to HPD inspections. Additional historical context shows that there was an open violation as of January 2022 regarding a broken or defective wood support column at the front entrance, though this seems to have been addressed in subsequent inspections.

The building has had recurring electrical issues, with three documented power outages (2025, 2022, and 2021), suggesting an ongoing electrical system concern. Two Department of Buildings complaints from 2021 and 2022 were recorded - one regarding illegal work/permit issues (though inspectors were unable to gain access) and another regarding failure to maintain the building, though this appears to have been resolved. The property’s maintenance history shows a pattern of multiple simultaneous system failures and maintenance issues, particularly in early 2021, indicating potential concerns with overall building upkeep and system reliability.