86-23 123rd Street, Queens, NY 11418

The two-family house at 86-23 123rd Street in Richmond Hill, owned by Ranbir Thakur, has experienced several significant maintenance issues in recent years, with the most pressing concerns emerging in 2024. In April 2024 alone, the building faced multiple violations related to plumbing (involving toilets, basins/sinks, and bathtubs/showers), heavy water leaks, pest infestations, ceiling problems, and flooring issues.

While most of these complaints were resolved within a week through HPD inspections and subsequent violations, the sheer volume and range of issues suggest ongoing maintenance challenges. Earlier that same year, in March 2024, there were additional complaints about floors and bathroom fixtures, though inspectors were unable to gain access to conduct their evaluations.

The building's history reveals some concerning patterns, including three illegal conversion complaints filed in April-May 2024, and a not-insignificant delay in addressing a hazardous violation from 2019 that was only resolved in 2021. Earlier records from 2018 show gas utility referrals, with one violation resulting in an Oath violation being served. Despite HPD's diligent follow-up to these various complaints, with most being closed through inspections and violations, the frequency and variety of issues reported over this relatively short period suggest ongoing challenges with building maintenance and tenant comfort that require close attention.