173-08 Jamaica Avenue
Queens, NY 11432BBL 4-10214-0004Map
Owner of record: Nwaishienyi, Silas E
173-08 Jamaica Avenue is a mixed residential and retail building built in 1931 in Queens, 11432. It has 3 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is Nwaishienyi, Silas E. HPD has recorded 25 housing violations here, most recently on May 7, 2026. 3 of the 25 most recent violations are still open.
- HPD violations
- 25
- DOB violations
- 3
- ECB violations
- 2
- HPD complaints
- 19
What to know
Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.
Date of the most recent HPD inspection that found a problem.
No balance due on recent ECB violations.
Rent stabilization
No rent-stabilized units in 2018–2024 tax bills
Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 25
- ANon-hazardous
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 - ANon-hazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 sq ft around bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 2f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Sep 20, 2025 · Apt 2F
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 2f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Sep 20, 2025 · Apt 2F
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules defective in the entire apartment located at apt 2f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Sep 20, 2025 · Apt 2F
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations defective in the entire apartment located at apt 2f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Sep 20, 2025 · Apt 2F
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective latch at building entrance door at public hall, 1st story
Sep 20, 2025
Open — Nov certified late - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 sq ft around bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 2f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east original violation 18241865 issued 20-sep-25 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code 27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).
Sep 20, 2025 · Apt 2F
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - ANon-hazardous
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.
Mar 29, 2023
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
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.
Mar 4, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
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.
Apr 15, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed
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- IInformation / order
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.
Apr 15, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of exposed electrical wires at ceiling at public hall, 1st story
Sep 23, 2009
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures stove at kitchen located at apt 2, 2nd story
Sep 23, 2009 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story
Sep 23, 2009 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures stove at kitchen located at apt 2, 2nd story
Sep 20, 2009 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story
Sep 20, 2009 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Replace with new the missing hand rail at stairs at public hall, 1st story
Sep 20, 2009
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story
Sep 20, 2009 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in uniform color ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2fl, 2nd story
Feb 16, 2005 · Apt 2FL
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Repair the roof so that it will not leak over ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2fl, 2nd story
Feb 16, 2005 · Apt 2FL
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in uniform color ceiling and east wall 1st sty. private hall.
Apr 17, 2002
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Properly secure the loose baseboard radiator west wall 1st sty. private hall.
Apr 17, 2002
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in uniform color ceiling at kitchen . in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story
Aug 12, 2000 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Repair the roof so that it will not leak over kitchen. in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story
Aug 12, 2000 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in uniform color ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 2fl, 2nd story
Feb 21, 2000 · Apt 2FL
Closed — Violation closed
DOB building violations · 3
- Plumbing none
The borough commissioner has issued a notice to revoke application #42 0614106 due to revocation of the master plumber's and/or fire suppress ion license. all work in connection with this application has been ord ered stopped immediately
Dec 9, 2017
Dob violation - dismissed - Plumbing none
The borough commissioner has issued a notice to revoke application #42 1249580 due to revocation of the master plumber's and/or fire suppress ion license. all work in connection with this application has been ord ered stopped immediately
Dec 9, 2017
Dob violation - dismissed - Plumbing none
The borough commissioner has issued notice to revoke application #4215 15168 due to revocation of the master plumber and/or fire supression l icense all work in connection with this application has been ordered s topped
Dec 9, 2017
Dob violation - dismissed
ECB violations · 2
- Hazardous
Occupancy contrary to certificate of occupancy #q213595. converting one dwelling at 2nd floor into 3 single room occupancy's with locking devices, with community kitchen & bathroom. (no access to 2 other rms)
Feb 26, 2000
Resolve - Hazardous
Residence altered for occupancy for more than the legally approved number of families. certificate of occupancy #q213595 indicates re- sidence legally approved for one family at 2nd floor. residence now
Feb 26, 2000 · Penalty $5,950
Resolve
Complaints
- Heat/hot water
Entire building
Oct 23, 2026 · Apt 2F
Open - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Oct 19, 2026 · Apt 2F
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Oct 16, 2026 · Apt 2F
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Dec 18, 2025 · Apt 2F
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Sep 22, 2025 · Apt 2F
Close - Door/window
Door
Sep 16, 2025 · Apt 2F
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Sep 16, 2025 · Apt 2F
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Sep 16, 2025 · Apt 2F
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Sep 16, 2025 · Apt 2F
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Jul 8, 2025 · Apt 2F
Close
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- Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jul 8, 2025 · Apt 2F
Close - Door/window
Door
Jul 8, 2025 · Apt 2F
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
May 23, 2012 · Apt BLDG
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Sep 20, 2009 · Apt 2
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Sep 20, 2009 · Apt 2
Close - Heating
Heat-plant
Sep 20, 2009 · Apt 2
Close - Heating
Heat related
Sep 20, 2009 · Apt 2
Close - Heating
Heat related
Sep 20, 2009 · Apt 2
Close - General
Cooking gas
Sep 20, 2009 · Apt 2
Close
Sales history
| Date | Price | Type | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 5, 2026 | $1,665,000 | Rentals - 4-10 unit | 4 |
Building details
- Building type
- Mixed residential and retail building (S3)
- Year built
- 1931
- Floors
- 3
- Residential units
- 3
- Building area
- 2,953 ft²
- Lot area
- 1,320 ft²
- Zoning
- R6A
- Community board
- 412
- Council district
- 27
- Block / lot
- 10214 / 4
- Assessed value
- $294,300
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #432840, last renewed Aug 21, 2025.
Questions about 173-08 Jamaica Avenue
Who owns 173-08 Jamaica Avenue?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Nwaishienyi, Silas E.
Does 173-08 Jamaica Avenue have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 25 housing violations at this property.
Is 173-08 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 173-08 Jamaica Avenue built?
City records list 1931 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 173-08 Jamaica Avenue?
It has 3 residential units and 4 units in total.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.