88-48 163rd Street, Queens, NY 11432

This 2-story, 6-unit residential building located at 88-48 163rd Street in Jamaica, owned by Jasbir Thind and constructed in 1966, has experienced several recurring maintenance issues over the past decade. Most notably, there are four open violations from 2018 to 2024 regarding the failure to file annual bedbug reports as required by HPD regulations, with the three most recent violations occurring between 2022-2024. The building has a documented history of water-related problems, particularly in Apartment C, where violations from 2018 cited issues with water leaks and mold in the bathroom, along with problems with plastered surfaces and paint.

Between 2020 and 2021, multiple complaints were filed regarding flooring/stairs issues and pest infestations, though many of these complaints were closed without inspection access. In 2022, the Department of Buildings found unauthorized alterations in the cellar level, including partition walls for a bedroom and bathroom, along with plumbing installations, which resulted in several violations. Additionally, there appears to be a discrepancy between the building's current occupancy and its recorded designation as a four-family dwelling with a cellar-level medical office/boiler room.

The property has experienced periodic rodent issues, particularly between 2010-2012, with multiple inspections noting rat activity during this period, though more recent inspections from 2013-2014 indicated compliance. Three separate flooring/stairs complaints and unsanitary conditions related to pests in 2021 were not able to be inspected, and while some violations have been resolved, several others remain open as of 2024, including a notable partial vacate order issued in 2022. The building's maintenance history suggests ongoing challenges with moisture management, pest control, and documentation compliance, though specific recent improvements or current conditions are not detailed in the available records.