87-51 143rd Street, Queens, NY 11435

The three-unit, three-story building at 87-51 143rd Street in Briarwood, owned by Daler Singh, has experienced significant maintenance challenges over recent years, particularly in the last six months as of July 2025. The property, constructed in 1901 and identified as a "HERETOFORE CONVERTED CLASS A" building, has multiple open violations as of December 2024, focused primarily in apartment 3RDFLO. These violations include window-related issues (multiple broken windows and spring balances), water leak problems, mold, and plumbing deficiencies including defective faucets in the bathroom.

The building has also faced recurring heat and hot water problems, with a notable outage in November 2024 affecting the entire building, and safety concerns including broken window guards and a fire escape issues. A rodent inspection history reveals persistent pest management challenges, with failed inspections recorded in 2010 and 2019, though no violations were found in subsequent inspections. The most pressing current issues involve multiple window problems, including broken glass and malfunctioning windows, particularly affecting the kitchen and bathroom areas.

There are also significant moisture-related concerns, with both water leak violations and visible mold problems documented. The building's inspection record from late 2024 shows numerous housing maintenance code violations, particularly affecting the third-floor unit. While the Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) has conducted multiple inspections in response to complaints, many issues remain open as of the latest December 2024 inspection, suggesting ongoing maintenance challenges. The building's history with 311 service requests shows a pattern of emergency complaints, particularly related to safety and sanitation issues, though many of these complaints were closed without issued violations or required repairs.