143-12 184th Street, Queens, NY 11413

The two-family house at 143-12 184th Street in Springfield Gardens, owned by Nov Messam, has experienced several significant maintenance issues over recent years. Most notably, the property has faced recurring heating and hot water problems, with multiple emergency complaints in late 2022 affecting both individual apartments and the entire building, though many of these complaints were eventually closed after conditions were reportedly corrected. A recent power outage in May 2025 also raised concerns, as HPD was unable to complete an inspection in response to the complaint.

More serious concerns include an active ECB violation from October 2023 regarding unpermitted construction of a garage at the rear of the property, with a $1,250 penalty currently owed. The building's recent history shows persistent issues with sanitation, including a documented bedbug infestation in Apartment 1, mold problems in bathroom ceilings, and multiple reports of pest-related complaints in October 2022, though some of these were closed with no violations issued after inspection. The property has a notable history of building inspection access issues, with multiple complaints between 2020 and 2024 regarding illegal conversion, unlicensed activity, and boiler concerns where inspectors were unable to gain access.

Housing Maintenance Code violations from 2022 detail several specific issues in Apartment 1, including problems with electrical outlets, plumbing fixtures, and peeling paint in various rooms and bathrooms. The building's maintenance history shows a pattern of recurring issues, particularly regarding heating systems and unsanitary conditions, though many past violations have been closed after inspection. As of the latest available data, there is still one open violation regarding refuse accumulation in the rear and side yard of the building from September 2024, and the most recent electrical complaint from May 2025 suggests ongoing concerns with the building's infrastructure.