153-25 88th Street, Queens, NY 11414

At 153-25 88th Street in Howard Beach, a 6-story, 81-unit building constructed in 1961, significant concerns have emerged regarding water damage and maintenance issues. The most pressing problems occurred throughout 2023, with multiple incidents involving water leaks and mold, particularly affecting Apartment 5A. This apartment has documented water leak issues, ceiling damage, and mold problems, resulting in several Housing Maintenance Code violations.

The building's maintenance history shows a pattern of water-related issues from January to August 2023, with multiple complaints about damp spots, heavy flow leaks, and slow leaks. More recently, as of June 2024, there is an active elevator service concern with reports of a single device on property/no alternate service, and in June 2024, an infestation of roaches was reported and documented as a Class C violation needing immediate attention in Apartment 5A. The property has also faced various regulatory concerns, including electrical work without proper permits in 2023 (with fines), and facade maintenance issues documented in previous years.

Between 2020-2024, there have been multiple complaints about construction-related air quality issues, though most were resolved with either no violations found or advisory notices. The building's recent bedbug reporting records from 2022-2024 show no infestations, indicating effective pest management. While the property has addressed many violations through repairs and compliance, the recurring nature of water-related issues and recent elevator service concerns suggest ongoing maintenance challenges. The building's Department of Buildings records show several inspection dates with either no violations found or issues being resolved, though some notable violations were not formally certified until 2024.