97-10 Van Wyck Expressway, Queens, NY 11419

The 36-unit, 4-story New Law Tenement building at 97-10 Van Wyck Expressway in Richmond Hill, owned by Lalita Singh, has experienced recurring significant maintenance issues in recent months, particularly related to heating and hot water systems. Between January and March 2025, there were at least ten documented complaints regarding heat and hot water problems affecting both the entire building and individual apartments, with three separate incidents occurring just in March 2025.

While HPD conducted inspections in response to these complaints, many were either duplicates of previous reports or were closed without confirming violations, though one February 2025 complaint resulted in violations being issued. The building's systems were further scrutinized in late 2024, when violations were documented for apartment B9 regarding water leaks, defective plaster, and door issues, with the water-related violations receiving classification B (more serious). Additional historical context reveals a boiler-related issue in February 2024, which was inspected and resulted in an ECB violation regarding steam leakage and pressure problems, though this was reportedly resolved with no penalties imposed.

The building has maintained a spotless bedbug record, with zero confirmed infestations or related issues documented between 2019 and 2024. Recent construction work appears to be properly permitted, with multiple permits issued in late 2018 and mid-2020 for plumbing and electrical work. While the building has experienced persistent heating system challenges in recent months, it's worth noting that many complaints are now being resolved promptly, with HPD inspections confirming restoration of services in several cases.