243-01 132nd Road, Queens, NY 11422

The property at 243-01 132nd Road in Rosedale is a legally recognized two-family house built in 1920, currently owned by Zainul Abedin. Significant concerns have emerged regarding the building's occupancy status, with multiple violations and active ECB penalties totaling over $40,000 indicating the property has been operating as an illegal four-family dwelling since 2018.

The Department of Buildings has documented unauthorized modifications including additional living spaces in the attic and cellar areas, unauthorized gas installations, and numerous safety and maintenance issues. The building has experienced recurring heat and hot water problems, evidenced by multiple 311 complaints in 2019, and various housing maintenance code violations between 2019-2021, including mold issues, carbon monoxide and smoke detector problems, and water leaks. Recent inspections from 2019-2020 revealed several code violations in the attic (third story) related to mold, paint conditions, and unauthorized cooking facilities, while the first-floor apartment has documented issues with pests, water damage, and safety equipment.

Of particular concern are active ECB violations from 2018-2021 related to an illegal conversion of the dwelling, with outstanding penalties due for failure to comply with orders to correct the situation. A variety of service requests and housing maintenance complaints point to persistent maintenance challenges, including ceiling and wall conditions requiring repair, safety equipment concerns, and various sanitary conditions. While some permits have been issued between 2018-2021 for plumbing work, the ongoing violations and penalties suggest significant regulatory compliance issues that remain unresolved as of July 2025.