116-45 146th Street, Queens, NY 11436

The two-family house at 116-45 146th Street in Jamaica, built in 1930 and currently owned by Henry Telfer, has experienced several significant maintenance issues, particularly during 2020. Between July and September 2020, there were multiple complaints and subsequent violations related to water leaks, electrical problems, plumbing issues, and pest concerns. Notable issues included water leaks causing ceiling problems in the bathroom, unsafe electrical outlet conditions in multiple rooms, plumbing problems with both toilet and sink fixtures, and an unsanitary condition involving pests.

The Department of Housing Preservation and Development issued several violations during inspections, particularly affecting the first-floor apartment (1FL) in areas including the bathroom, kitchen, and various rooms. These violations encompassed electrical safety concerns, water leaks, mold growth, and problems with doors and fixtures, though all were closed following inspection. More recent history shows a potential issue with the certificate of occupancy, with a complaint filed in November 2021, though this was ultimately deemed without warrant for violation upon inspection in February 2022.

The building's documented pest history includes no bedbug infestations reported between late 2019 and 2020, while rodent inspections in late 2014 showed a failed initial inspection followed by a passed compliance inspection. Though the building is over 90 years old, there have been no recorded housing maintenance code complaints or violations since 2020, suggesting either improved building conditions or less frequent reporting. The property has two residential units and is classified as a 2-family house under New York City building codes.