84-40 Lander Street, Queens, NY 11435

The 3-unit, 3-story residential building at 84-40 Lander Street in Briarwood, owned by 8440 Lander Inc, has experienced several significant maintenance and safety issues since its construction in 2002. Most recently, in June 2025, there is an ongoing Department of Health and Mental Hygiene investigation regarding smoking violations in smoke-free areas.

Earlier in 2025, the property faced multiple emergency maintenance issues, including problems with doors, plumbing (toilet), electrical appliance (gas range), and reported mold conditions, though all these complaints were closed between late January and early February 2025. In 2019, the building had several concerning incidents, particularly relating to unsanitary conditions and rodent problems, with multiple complaints about garbage/recycling storage issues.

While some of these complaints resulted in housing violations, others were closed without violations being found. The building has also required various maintenance work throughout its history, with recorded inspections in 2019 addressing issues with paint/plaster, electrical lighting, and door/window concerns, though most inspections found no violations. The frequency and variety of maintenance issues, particularly the recent emergency complaints in 2025 and the smoking violation in 2025, suggest ongoing challenges with building upkeep and safety compliance, though many historical complaints were resolved through inspections or were found to have no violations.