165-21 Chapin Parkway, Queens, NY 11432

The three-story, two-family house at 165-21 Chapin Parkway in Jamaica Hills, owned by Rokeya Begum, was constructed in 1960 and has experienced several significant safety and maintenance issues, particularly regarding its balconies. Between late 2018 and early 2019, multiple Environmental Control Board violations were recorded, describing dangerous conditions with the second and third-floor balconies at exposure #1, which were reportedly caving down and temporarily supported by inadequate lally columns, creating a serious risk of collapse.

These violations led to various penalties totaling $7,375, though records indicate all were eventually resolved. The building also faced regulatory scrutiny for work performed without proper permits, with an Oath Violation issued in October 2018.

In terms of complaint history, the building had three complaints lodged with the Department of Buildings between 2018 and 2020, including issues related to debris and an alleged illegal conversion, though none of these complaints resulted in citations or violations. Following the balcony-related violations, permits were finally issued in April and July 2019 for emergency work, suggesting remedial action was taken to address the hazardous conditions. While more recent data up to October 2023 does not show any further major violations or complaints, the building's documented history highlights a period of significant structural concerns that required multiple interventions to resolve.