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89-18 Jamaica Avenue

Queens, NY 11421BBL 4-08931-0008Map

Owner of record: Li-Johnson, Brenda Ying

89-18 Jamaica Avenue is a mixed residential and retail building built in 1931 in Queens, 11421. It has 4 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is Li-Johnson, Brenda Ying. HPD has recorded 76 housing violations here, most recently on May 7, 2026. 25 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
76
DOB violations
5
ECB violations
3
HPD complaints
45

What to know

Concern
14 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation May 7, 2026

Date of the most recent HPD inspection that found a problem.

Good
No unpaid ECB fines

No balance due on recent ECB violations.

Rent stabilization

No rent-stabilized units in 2018–2024 tax bills

Some apartments can still be regulated. Use the rent-stabilized checker or request the rent history from HCR.

Violations

Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.

HPD housing violations · 76

  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    May 7, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Jun 12, 2025

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - presumed lead paint that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) 1st riser from east at south wall in the 2nd room from east at south located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jan 6, 2025 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Remove device preventing door from being self-closing consisting of permanently installed kickstand at vestibule door at public hall, 1st story

    Dec 29, 2024

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system door locked at cellar at boiler room

    Dec 29, 2024

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of heat for the apartment in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Dec 29, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • I

    And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.

    Dec 3, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of cables running along 3rd balcony and at stairs to 2nd story balcony at fire escape stack at building front

    Apr 8, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - presumed lead paint that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) 1st riser from east at south wall in the 3rd room from north at west located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Apr 5, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Discontinue use of illegal space and/or hot water heater and provide filed for & approved heater which obtains combustion air directly from outside the building or approved central system ... in the kitchen located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Apr 3, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
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  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system door locked at cellar at boiler room

    Apr 3, 2024

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Apr 3, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Install the missing or repair/replace the defective window guard(s) in accordance with the specifications of the new york city health code section 24 rcny chapter 12. wg to install = 2; wg to replace = 0; wg to repair = 0; in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Mar 21, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Post notice, in form approved by the department, stating the name and location of the person designated by the owner to have key to buildings heating system at public hall, 1st story

    Mar 21, 2024

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of hot water exceeding the maximum temperature of 13o degrees fahrenheit at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Mar 6, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the 2nd room from north at east, the 2nd room from north at west located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Mar 1, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair and abate unsafe electric wiring condition consisting of exposed electrical wire running from ceiling light fixture to wall switch in the 2nd room from north at east located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Feb 28, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective latch assembly at vestibule door at public hall, 1st story

    Feb 28, 2024

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective vestibule door latch at public hall, 1st story

    Feb 28, 2024

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Install the missing or repair/replace the defective window guard(s) in accordance with the specifications of the new york city health code section 24 rcny chapter 12. wg to install = 0; wg to replace = 0; wg to repair = 1; in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Feb 28, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Install the missing or repair/replace the defective window guard(s) in accordance with the specifications of the new york city health code section 24 rcny chapter 12. wg to install = 0, wg to replace = 0, wg to repair = 2 in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Feb 7, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective upper riser joint at south wall in the 2nd room from north at west located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Feb 7, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective radiator valve at south wall in the 2nd room from north at west located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Feb 7, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Discontinue use of illegal space and/or hot water heater and provide filed for & approved heater which obtains combustion air directly from outside the building or approved central system .. in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jan 10, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures at gas range in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jan 10, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jan 10, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system door lock at building front to boiler room

    Jan 10, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jan 4, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • C

    Install the missing or repair/replace the defective window guard(s) in accordance with the specifications of the new york city health code section 24 rcny chapter 12. wg to install = 2; wg to replace = 0; wg to repair = 0; in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jan 4, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Open — False certification
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jan 4, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective upper window sash counterbalance in the 1st room from east located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jan 2, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of hotwater exceeding the maximum temperature of 130 degrees at all hotwater fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jan 2, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jan 2, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Remove device preventing door from being self-closing hook and eye at building vestibule door at public hall, 1st story

    Jan 2, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • I

    And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.

    Nov 27, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department , south wall, baseboard at south wall, ceiling, east wall in the kitchen located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Nov 15, 2023 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department , north wall, ceiling in the 2nd room from north at west located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Nov 15, 2023 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department , south wall, north wall, west wall, ceiling in the 2nd room from north at east located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Nov 15, 2023 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department , ceiling in the foyer located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Nov 15, 2023 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective 1st window from east at south upper sash spring balance in the 2nd room from north at east located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Nov 15, 2023 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Provide a safe and adequate supply of electric service to the fixtures light at the ceiling in the foyer located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Nov 15, 2023 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Nov 15, 2023 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Nov 15, 2023 · Apt 2R

    Open — Not complied with
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) north wall, west wall in the kitchen located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Nov 15, 2023 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the bathroom located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Nov 15, 2023 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) south wall, east wall, west wall, 1st window frame from east at south wall, 2nd window frame from east at south wall in the 2nd room from north at west located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Nov 15, 2023 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) east wall in the 2nd room from north at east located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Nov 15, 2023 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) east wall, west wall in the foyer located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Nov 15, 2023 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Certify compliance with lead-based paint hazard control requirements during period of unit vacancy by performing activities necessary to abate tested lead-based paint from required window and/or door friction surfaces for apartment and make floors smooth and cleanable, positive lead-based paint in an apartment with a child under six located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Nov 15, 2023 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    May 28, 2023 · Apt 2R

    Open — Not complied with

DOB building violations · 5

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2014 inspection report

    Oct 1, 2015

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2012 inspection report

    May 15, 2014

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2011 inspection report

    Mar 1, 2013

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jun 7, 1994

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jun 28, 1993

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 3

  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply with commissioner's order contained in summons #39105022p issued on 02/02/2024, and failure to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28.201.1 and 1 rcny 102-01(d)(2). an acceptable cert

    Feb 11, 2025 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Work without permit. at time of inspection in apartment 2r i observed new gas piping for new hot water heater. no permit on dob records to perform this work., obtain all permits

    Feb 2, 2024 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Work does not conform to approved construction documents and/or approved amendments. under alt2#421269497. an application filed for 2 learning center for children and party center "maggies kids".note: at time

    Mar 15, 2017 · Penalty $500

    Active

Complaints

  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 26, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 25, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Dec 3, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 3, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 22, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 14, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Apr 8, 2024 · Apt 2O

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Apr 3, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Mar 17, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Mar 8, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Close
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  • Safety

    Fire escape

    Mar 5, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Safety

    Window guard broken/missing

    Mar 5, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Mar 5, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Mar 5, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Mar 5, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Mar 5, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 25, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 18, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 12, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Feb 4, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 4, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 30, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Jan 12, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 12, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • General

    Cooking gas

    Jan 10, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 10, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Jan 5, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Jan 5, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Jan 5, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Jan 1, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 1, 2024 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Nov 10, 2023 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window pane

    Nov 10, 2023 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Nov 10, 2023 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Nov 10, 2023 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Nov 10, 2023 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Nov 10, 2023 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Apr 7, 2023 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Apr 7, 2023 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Apr 2, 2023 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Apr 2, 2023 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Mar 30, 2023 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Mar 30, 2023 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Mar 30, 2023 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Mar 30, 2023 · Apt 2R

    Close

Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

Sales come from the NYC Department of Finance rolling sales file.

Building details

Building type
Mixed residential and retail building (S4)
Year built
1931
Floors
3
Residential units
4
Building area
3,300 ft²
Lot area
2,103 ft²
Zoning
R6A
Community board
409
Council district
32
Block / lot
8931 / 8
Assessed value
$283,500
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #408658, last renewed Aug 19, 2025.

Questions about 89-18 Jamaica Avenue

Who owns 89-18 Jamaica Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Li-Johnson, Brenda Ying.

Does 89-18 Jamaica Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 76 housing violations at this property.

Is 89-18 Jamaica Avenue rent stabilized?

No rent-stabilized units appear in its 2018–2024 tax bills. Individual apartments can still be regulated, so request the rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal if unsure.

When was 89-18 Jamaica Avenue built?

City records list 1931 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 89-18 Jamaica Avenue?

It has 4 residential units and 5 units in total.

Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.