109-25 156th Street, Queens, NY 11433

109-25 156th Street is a two-family house located in Jamaica, Queens, owned by Chandradatt Rohoo and constructed in 2007. The property has experienced several recurring maintenance issues over the past few years, with particular concerns about heat and hot water systems, which generated emergency complaints in both 2021 and 2023.

The building has undergone multiple inspections by the Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD), revealing significant problems in 2021, including violations related to pest infestations, defective doors, and lighting issues. Current open violations from December 2021 primarily concern door repairs and pest control in the second floor apartment, with specific issues relating to a broken door frame and locking devices, as well as a roach infestation. Prior to these ongoing maintenance issues, the property faced regulatory scrutiny in 2019 regarding potential illegal conversion concerns.

The Department of Buildings conducted inspections in late 2019 that revealed unauthorized modifications in the cellar area, including partition walls, additional rooms, and new bathroom facilities, resulting in violations for work without permits and improper occupancy beyond the approved two-family designation. These violations were reportedly resolved, with a fine of $2,500 imposed for the unauthorized conversion. The building's recent history shows a pattern of maintenance challenges, particularly concerning basic services and apartment condition, though most recent complaints have been closed, typically due to inability to gain access for inspections.