138-29 91st Avenue, Queens, NY 11435

The two-family house at 138-29 91st Avenue in Jamaica, built in 1936 and currently owned by Maharani Pokahi, has experienced several significant maintenance issues over recent years. Most notably, in October 2023, the building encountered multiple electrical problems including power outages, wiring issues, and lighting failures, though no violations were ultimately issued following HPD inspections. These electrical concerns appear to be part of an ongoing pattern; similar electrical problems were reported in 2020, suggesting persistent infrastructure challenges.

The property has also faced various other maintenance issues, including plumbing problems (specifically with toilets and shower facilities), pest infestations, and multiple incidents of wall damage requiring plaster and paint repairs. The building's maintenance history reveals particular concern regarding lead paint hazards, with violations issued in 2023 for Apartment 2FL, affecting the bathroom and kitchen areas. These violations relate to both peeling paint and requirements for proper lead paint hazard control procedures. Additionally, contract violations have been documented in the past, including a 2023 inspection revealing multiple open violations related to paint conditions.

The property has a documented history of rat activity, with inspections showing consistent rodent presence from 2018 through 2019, though there were some inspections indicating compliance as well. Earlier maintenance issues included problems with cold water supply pressure in 2019, and concerns about carbon monoxide detecting devices in Apartment 2F. The building's overall history suggests ongoing maintenance challenges across multiple systems, including electrical, plumbing, and pest control, with particular attention required to address the documented lead paint hazards in the property. While many complaints have been closed without violations being issued, the recurring nature of certain types of complaints indicates these may not represent all maintenance issues present in the building.