148-33 88th Avenue, Queens, NY 11435

The 8-story, 109-unit residential building at 148-33 88th Avenue in Jamaica, owned by Doug Oberfield, was completed in 2017 and has since experienced several recurring maintenance issues, particularly regarding heat and hot water systems. In winter 2024-2025 alone, there were multiple heat and hot water complaints, with some requiring emergency HPD response. A significant cluster of complaints occurred between January 2024 and February 2025, including issues with plumbing (bathtub/shower), wall paint/plaster, and several instances of inadequate heat and hot water supply affecting both individual apartments and the entire building. The building's maintenance record shows both emergency and non-emergency violations related to various maintenance issues, including pest control, garbage storage, and some safety concerns.

In December 2023, Class C violations were documented for inadequate heat and hot water supply specifically in apartment 6D. The building has undergone regular inspections and received multiple permits since construction, including for plumbing and electrical work. During the construction phase in 2019-2021, there were several violations related to safety compliance and construction practices, including issues with fire safety, structural stability, and electrical systems, though most of these have been resolved. More recently, as of October 2024, there is an active ECB violation regarding the failure to submit required parking structure observations, with a penalty of $2,500.

However, the building's bedbug and rodent inspection records show no reported infestations since 2021, with initial rodent inspections in 2010-2014 indicating some activity that was presumably addressed. The property has had periods of inadequate documentation and compliance with various maintenance codes, particularly regarding posting of safety notices and inspection certificates in common areas. Three Class A violations were issued in March 2024 for failure to maintain required safety notices in the first story public hall, including carbon monoxide detection requirements and gas leak procedures. While many historical violations have been dismissed or resolved, the building's recent maintenance history indicates ongoing challenges with basic services, particularly heat and hot water systems, suggesting this remains an area requiring consistent attention from management.