89-20 161st Street, Queens, NY 11432

The 84-unit, 6-story building at 89-20 161st Street in Jamaica, owned by Ved Parkash, has experienced significant ongoing infrastructure challenges throughout 2025, with particular emphasis on water-related issues. Between February and May 2025, there were multiple complaints regarding water supply problems, heavy water leaks, and sink plumbing issues, most of which resulted in HPD inspections that could not be completed. The building has active violations for inadequate heat and hot water delivery to Apartment 5I, along with historical problems in Apartment 4C involving water leaks, window repair needs, and various maintenance issues that were cited and subsequently addressed.

Recent inspection data from late 2024 revealed multiple elevator safety concerns, including inoperative door zone restrictors and emergency stop switches, for which penalties totaling $2,562 were imposed. The building underwent significant scrutiny from the Department of Buildings (DOB) in 2024, with multiple violations issued regarding unsafe storage conditions, including excessive storage in the gas meter room and lack of sprinkler heads in the laundry room. While the property has had previous pest issues, including documented bedbug infestations between 2018 and 2022, recent filings from 2022 onwards show no reported infestations. The building's history includes several periods requiring rodent control measures, particularly between 2013-2014, though more recent inspections have shown improved conditions in this regard.

The elevator system has been a recurring issue, with multiple service requests and inspections in 2025 highlighting safety concerns. Other notable recent violations include unsanitary conditions in garbage storage areas, heating system access issues, and various maintenance matters throughout the building. While some violations have been resolved, such as those for Apartment 4C's water supply and heating issues, several open violations remain, particularly impacting resident comfort and safety. The building has maintained a pattern of deferred maintenance regarding critical systems, with property records showing consistent repeat complaints about basic services like heat, hot water, and plumbing functionality.