144-01 Lakewood Avenue, Queens, NY 11435

The three-story, two-family house at 144-01 Lakewood Avenue in Jamaica, built in 1920 and currently owned by Bilkis Banu, has experienced recurring maintenance issues over the past several years. Most concerning is the recent rodent problem that persists as of July 2024, with violations found by the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene. The property has a documented history of plumbing and water-related issues, including water leaks and damp spots, with the most recent complaints in February 2024.

Multiple inspections have revealed pest infestations, including mice and roaches, particularly affecting the second-floor apartment. The building's systems have also had significant problems, including heat and hot water complaints in 2022 and 2018 that were marked as emergencies. The building has open violations from recent inspections that require attention, including issues with peeling paint, defective plaster surfaces, and problematic plumbing in the second-floor apartment.

There have been consistent problems with the building's rodent control compliance, though a February 2025 inspection showed passing results. Historical data shows the property has been subject to multiple illegal conversion complaints between 2018 and 2023, though inspectors were unable to gain access to verify these claims. The Department of Health and Mental Hygiene has conducted several food-related investigations in 2023-2024, including a food poisoning complaint, though these appear to be related to a mobile food vendor operation rather than the building itself.