87-52 144th Street, Queens, NY 11435

The 2-family house at 87-52 144th Street in Briarwood, owned by Ali Ahmed and constructed in 2005, has experienced several significant events over its history, with the most recent being a plumbing/water supply issue reported in late 2024 and closed in early 2025. Between 2018 and 2019, the property underwent multiple Department of Buildings (DOB) complaints and violations, primarily related to construction enforcement matters.

During this period, a series of violations were issued for failure to comply with Commissioner's orders and for undertaking work without proper permits, particularly concerning cellar-level modifications. The violations resulted in substantial penalties, including $6,250 and $2,500 fines, though many were subsequently resolved with updated compliance status. Notably, there were three immediately hazardous violations recorded in September 2018, though these were later dismissed in November 2018.

The building's most recent maintenance issue, documented through 311 service requests and Housing Maintenance Code complaints, involved water supply concerns that were reportedly addressed following HPD intervention. While the property has maintained compliance with post-2018 requirements, the volume and nature of the violations during the 2018-2019 period, specifically regarding unauthorized modifications and delayed compliance with DOB orders, suggest a history of regulatory challenges. The building has been in residential use as a 2-family structure since its construction, with the 2024 plumbing issue being the only significant maintenance concern on record in recent years.