83-84 116th Street, Queens, NY 11418

The 6-story, 58-unit building at 83-84 116th Street in Kew Gardens, owned by Jonathan Martinez, has experienced ongoing maintenance challenges since 2023, with particular issues related to plumbing and heating systems. Since late 2023, there have been multiple complaints regarding water supply problems, with at least five documented incidents between October 2024 and March 2025, including emergency responses from the Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD). The building has also faced recurring heat and hot water issues, affecting both individual apartments and the entire building.

Additional concerns include water leaks, with the most recent heavy flow incident recorded in March 2024, and mold-related complaints in early 2024, though these were closed with no violations issued. In addition to the ongoing plumbing and heating problems, the building has several open violations as of December 2024, including concerns about fire escape maintenance, self-closing doors, and concrete landing pads. There are also multiple active Department of Buildings (DOB) violations related to inspection filings, including requirements for External Low Pressure Inspection and Cycle 9A reports. More recently, in June 2025, there was a Partial Stop Work Order issued regarding plumbing work, and an inspection revealed a defectively maintained plumbing system.

The building's elevator system has shown recurring compliance issues in past years, with violations for multiple devices requiring attention, though these were resolved. Notably, the building has maintained a bedbug-free record between 2020 and 2023, with no reported infestations during the three most recent annual filing periods. The extensive complaint record suggests persistent infrastructure challenges, particularly regarding water systems, heat maintenance, and building safety features. While some issues have been addressed through HPD interventions, many violations remain open as of 2024-2025, indicating ongoing maintenance concerns that may affect resident comfort and safety.