87-70 173rd Street, Queens, NY 11432
The 6-story, 89-unit building at 87-70 173rd Street in Jamaica, owned by Sarah Gaymon, has experienced multiple maintenance issues in recent years, with the most pressing concerns occurring in 2025. Since May 2025, there have been multiple complaints regarding paint/plaster issues (both walls and ceilings), electrical problems (no lighting), and a water leak, though HPD inspectors were unable to gain access to conduct thorough inspections. The building has also faced various plumbing issues earlier in 2025, with some violations issued in February 2025 concerning bathtubs/showers and basins/sinks.
The property has a history of elevator-related concerns, with several complaints about single-device elevator service between 2019 and 2025. There are currently active elevator complaints as of June 2025 and an open ECB violation from 2024 regarding unfiled parking structure reports with a penalty of $2,500. Inspection records reveal multiple active violations as of 2024-2025, including failure to file required inspection reports and various maintenance issues originating from a December 2024 inspection of apartment 2G.
The building has maintained an active bedbug control program, with no reported infestations in the past three years, though there were five units affected in 2020. Recent rodent inspections from 2021 to 2023 have consistently passed. The property shows some positive maintenance history, with earlier HPD inspections in 2025 finding no violations for heat/hot water and certain plumbing issues. However, the pattern of complaints and violations suggests ongoing maintenance challenges, particularly regarding access for inspections and timely resolution of identified issues.
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Building Characteristics
Total units | 89 |
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Year built | 1962 |
Total area | 66580 sq ft |
Floors | 6 |
Tax Abatements | None |
Building Class | HEREAFTER ERECTED CLASS A |

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