94-45 86th Road, Queens, NY 11421

The 32-unit, 4-story residential building at 94-45 86th Road in Woodhaven, owned by Shanti Ammar, has experienced multiple maintenance challenges in recent years, particularly in 2025. This includes several plumbing-related issues as documented through 311 service requests and Housing Maintenance Code Complaints, with multiple reports of water supply problems, including an emergency plumbing complaint involving the bathtub/shower system. There are also concerning patterns of maintenance response challenges, with multiple HPD inspections in 2025 being either incomplete or resulting in violations, particularly regarding a ceiling paint/plaster issue that was inspected in June 2025.

The building has significant outstanding violations related to Apartment 3H from late 2024 concerning lead paint hazards, including requirements to address peeling paint surfaces, repair defective bathtub surfaces, and post proper lead hazard notices. The building has maintained a bedbug-free record since 2019, with regular inspections showing zero infestations or eradications. However, there have been rodent inspection failures in 2023, indicating potential pest management concerns. In late 2024, the building received multiple violations related to building security and maintenance, including issues with entrance doors and windows.

A major facade restoration project in 2022 led to multiple environmental control board violations regarding construction safety compliance, particularly concerning suspended scaffold operations, though these were ultimately resolved with penalties ranging from $625 to $2400. The building's maintenance history shows persistent plumbing and maintenance challenges, particularly in the last two years, with multiple emergency and non-emergency complaints requiring attention. While some issues have been promptly resolved, others remain outstanding or have required multiple follow-up inspections, suggesting ongoing maintenance challenges that may impact resident comfort. The facade work performed in 2022 resulted in several safety-related violations, though these were addressed through fines and penalties.