87-38 143rd Street, Queens, NY 11435

The 2-family house at 87-38 143rd Street in Briarwood, built in 1901 and owned by Lalit Aery, has experienced several concerning maintenance issues, particularly during 2021. Notable incidents include multiple power outage complaints in October 2021, various plumbing problems in May 2021 (including toilet issues and different types of water leaks), and a May 2021 safety complaint regarding a non-functioning smoke detector.

Of significant concern is the current open violation from June 2022 related to lead-based paint hazard control requirements in apartment 2FL, which documents multiple areas requiring attention including ceilings, door frames, and walls. The building has also faced scrutiny regarding its cellar space, with multiple illegal conversion complaints and violations in 2021-2022 related to unauthorized living spaces with kitchen and bathroom facilities, for which penalties of $2,500 and $1,250 were imposed through the Environmental Control Board process.

In addition to these violations, there are multiple historical complaints about building systems and safety devices, including issues with heating/hot water and carbon monoxide detection systems. While some violations have been resolved and closed, including certain immediate hazards and a 2022 carbon monoxide detector issue that was certified as corrected in March 2023, several open violations remain that may impact resident safety and habitability. The building's history suggests ongoing maintenance challenges, particularly regarding basic services and safety systems, though many prior complaints have been addressed through the HPD inspection process, which generally found no violations in the inspected conditions.