88-15 179th Street, Queens, NY 11432

The 24-unit, 3-story New Law Tenement building at 88-15 179th Street in Jamaica, owned by Jairaj Sobhraj, has experienced several recurring maintenance and safety issues over recent years. The most recent complaints, from May 2025, involve ceiling paint/plaster problems and slow water leaks, though HPD was unable to complete inspections for these complaints. The building has a documented history of significant maintenance challenges, including mold and pest infestations.

In 2024, violations were recorded for roach infestation and broken glass in apartment A2, while 2023 inspections identified mold issues and a missing smoke detector in apartment 8C. A January 2023 complaint regarding heat/hot water issues affected the entire building, though tenants reported restoration of services during the inspection. The building has also faced electrical and lighting problems, particularly in apartment 5C, as well as safety concerns related to fire escape obstructions and detector functionality. The property has been subject to multiple Housing Maintenance Code violations that have been addressed, including electrical service issues, damaged plaster surfaces, and problems with bathroom fixtures.

A notable violation from 2021 involved a blocked fire escape drop ladder, for which a $1,250 penalty was imposed. The Department of Buildings has issued several permits for exterior work between 2019 and 2023, suggesting ongoing maintenance efforts. However, the building has maintained a clean record regarding bedbug infestations, with no reported cases in the past six reporting periods from 2019 through 2024. The high frequency of moisture-related issues, as evidenced by multiple water leak complaints and mold violations, remains a concerning pattern in the building's maintenance history.