196-24 90th Avenue, Queens, NY 11423

The property at 196-24 90th Avenue in Hollis, Queens, is a 2-family house built in 1920 that has experienced numerous maintenance and regulatory challenges in recent years. Most concerning is an active illegal conversion investigation by the Department of Buildings, with multiple complaints filed between May and August 2024 regarding unauthorized modification of the building's occupancy status, resulting in an active Environmental Control Board violation with a $2,530 penalty related to the conversion from a private dwelling to a multiple dwelling.

The building has also faced persistent plumbing issues, with multiple 311 complaints in July 2024 regarding toilet and sink problems, and violations issued related to broken waste lines, plumbing fixtures, and floor tiles in the second floor apartment. Recent health concerns include a mold complaint filed in February 2025, though HPD was unable to complete an inspection. From early 2025, there have been recurring issues with heat and hot water systems, with three separate complaints in February 2025 (including one designated as emergency) showing ongoing temperature control problems.

The building has undergone multiple inspections and service requests without significant violations being recorded since July 2024, including examinations of electrical wiring, fire escape conditions, and various plumbing fixtures, though some of these inspections couldn't be completed due to lack of access. Previous rodent inspections in late 2012 showed compliance issues. The combined record suggests a pattern of maintenance challenges, particularly concerning building systems and unauthorized modifications, with the most recent issues centering around climate control and moisture problems.