109-12 Guy R Brewer Blvd, Queens, NY 11433

The three-story, two-family house at 109-12 Guy R Brewer Blvd in Jamaica, built in 1931 and currently owned by Albert Basal, has experienced recurring maintenance issues over the past two years that significantly impact resident comfort and safety. Most notably, there have been multiple heat and hot water complaints, including emergency calls for entire building heating failures in November 2024 and November 2023, with associated violations issued by the Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD).

The building has also grappled with persistent pest issues, particularly rodent infestations, with multiple unsanitary condition complaints filed between July 2024 and September 2024, some resulting in violations. Recent inspections in November 2024 revealed open violations in Apartment 3 regarding carbon monoxide detector deficiencies and front entrance door security, while a July 2024 inspection noted rat infestations in the cellar and all public hallways. The property has an outstanding pattern of delayed external low-pressure inspections, with violations issued from 2018 through 2023 showing non-compliance with this important safety requirement.

In late 2023, the building received violations for various maintenance issues including ceiling defects and the need for interior paint repairs in multiple apartments. Historical data shows a consistent pattern of rat activity between 2009 and 2019, though relatively fewer complaints have been recorded in this specific category in recent years. The building's inspection history indicates some difficulties with access during HPD inspections, particularly during multiple pest-related complaints in September 2024, though some issues have been addressed through subsequent inspections.