89-43 97th Street, Queens, NY 11421

The three-story, three-unit building at 89-43 97th Street in Woodhaven, owned by Akhtar Ali and constructed in 1920, has experienced several significant maintenance issues in recent years. Most notably, there have been ongoing water leak problems, with two emergency complaints regarding heavy water flow recorded in December 2024, which were only recently closed in April 2025, despite claims of resolution through HPD's investigation. The building has a concerning history of utility issues, including a power outage in October 2022 and a heat/hot water problem in March 2022, both of which were reportedly resolved but indicate potential infrastructure vulnerabilities.

The property currently has two open Housing Maintenance Code violations from 2023-2024 regarding the filing of annual bedbug reports, which is a serious health and safety concern. Previous violations include a March 2022 issue with a defective radiator air valve and building entrance door, both of which were closed after resolution. The building has shown recurring problems with water infrastructure, as evidenced by multiple water leak complaints in 2019 as well. Other historical issues include a March 2019 violation for roach infestation in the first-floor apartment, though this was resolved within a month.

While a rodent inspection in September 2013 passed, an earlier inspection in July 2013 failed for unspecified reasons. The building's recent service history shows a pattern of issuing complaints, with tenants frequently relying on HPD intervention for basic services. The most recent issues being water-related suggests persistent plumbing or drainage problems, while the unaddressed bedbug report violations indicate potential challenges in maintaining proper pest control protocols. While the majority of previous violations have been resolved, the building's age and these recurring issues suggest ongoing maintenance challenges.