106-24 Ruscoe Street, Queens, NY 11433

The two-family house at 106-24 Ruscoe Street in Jamaica, currently owned by Shoaib Sultan, has experienced recurring heat and hot water issues over the past three years, with three documented complaints between November 2022 and November 2023 affecting the entire building. Most recently, in November 2023, HPD was unable to access all apartments for inspection, though they confirmed inadequate heating and hot water in at least one unit, resulting in an issued violation.

These recurring heating system problems, which represent a significant resident comfort concern, are the most pressing issue on record for the property. In addition to the heating issues, there are several concerning safety and legal compliance matters documented in 2023-2024. In August 2024, a violation was issued regarding an unauthorized cellar conversion, including a kitchen, gas stove, sink, and bathroom facilities with insufficient light and ventilation, resulting in a class A violation requiring the cellar to be vacated.

This followed complaints in September 2024 about blocked/locked egress and construction work, though inspectors found no violations in the latter case. A November 2023 complaint regarding illegal conversion also appears to be resolved with a request for corrective action. While the building is relatively old (constructed in 1920), its two-unit classification suggests it should comply with specific zoning and safety requirements, some of which seem to be in question based on the recent violations and complaints.