85-31 101st Street, Queens, NY 11418

The 4-unit, 2-story New Law Tenement at 85-31 101st Street in Richmond Hill, owned by Shabera Sultana, has experienced several concerning issues in recent years that require attention. Most notably, in January 2025, the building faced multiple maintenance challenges including unsanitary conditions involving pests, water supply problems, electrical issues (both wiring and outlet-related), and concerns with doors/windows.

HPD attempted inspections in response to these complaints but was unable to complete the visits, though some complaints were subsequently closed with no violations issued related to ceiling and window frame issues. The building currently has four open violations regarding the failure to file annual bedbug reports as required by the Housing Maintenance Code, with records dating from 2021-2024.

Historical data shows a pattern of accessibility issues for inspectors, with complaints in 2019 regarding gas utility matters and possible illegal conversion going unresolved due to inspectors being unable to gain access. While rodent inspections in 2018 showed a mixed compliance result (passing in compliance and failing in initial inspection), the most significant current concern appears to be the building's ongoing pest control challenges, evidenced by multiple pest-related complaints and the failure to provide required bedbug documentation. The building's age (constructed in 1931) and recent maintenance history suggest ongoing infrastructure and pest management challenges that affect resident quality of life.