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Queens · ZIP 11432 · BIN 4208865 · Jamaica · Last violation Apr 21, 2026 · Last complaint May 31, 2026

NeighborhoodJamaica
More violations than 96.7% of nearby buildings
More violations than 97% of buildings and more complaints than 97% of buildings in Jamaica. Size-normalized against residential buildings in the neighborhood for issues in the last 10 years.
ViolationsComplaints
Activity TrendsLast 5 years
A steady level of activity over time
Last 2 yrs: 427 violations · 229 complaints
'21'26ViolationsComplaints
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Severityⓘopen violations
13 immediately hazardous (Class C) violations still open
Class C violations include lead paint, mold, pest infestations, heat/hot water failure, and structural hazards — the most serious category.
Class Cimmediately hazardous13Class Bhazardous15
Housing Preservation & Development Violations
Total violations since 1988
1,193
31 per year avg.↑ Up 107% in the last 2 years (427 vs 206 prior 2 yrs)
Open violations
32
Class C (immed. haz.)ⓘ13
Class B (hazardous)ⓘ15
Rent-impairingⓘ1
Housing Preservation & Development Complaints
Total complaints since 2003
1,942
81 per year avg.↓ Down 19% in the last 2 years (229 vs 281 prior 2 yrs)
Complaint Resolution
No access21%Violation issued15%No violation24%Phone resolved40%Other0%(1,942)
Urgency breakdown
Last 12 mo.

Top violation categories

5 yrsAll time
Maintenanceⓘ159 violations
Extermination & Rodent Eradicationⓘ75 violations
Egressⓘ64 violations
Paintingⓘ60 violations
Smoke Detecting Devicesⓘ50 violations
Carbon Monoxide Detecting Devicesⓘ48 violations
Lead-Based Paintⓘ46 violations
Heat And Hot Waterⓘ37 violations
Top complaint groupsⓘ
5 yrsAll time
Heat / hot waterⓘ330 complaints
Water & plumbingⓘ78 complaints
Bldg maintenanceⓘ48 complaints
Mold & pestsⓘ43 complaints
Appliancesⓘ14 complaints
Safety & fireⓘ10 complaints
Electricalⓘ9 complaints
Outdoor / structuralⓘ2 complaints
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Complaint log

158 complaints · GENERAL

All categoriesHEAT/HOT WATERHEATINGPLUMBINGGENERALPAINT/PLASTERAllOpenClosed
Type
See something wrong? File a complaint with 311
Open violation ages
▪ 30–90 days34% (11)
▪ 3–12 months31% (10)
▪ 1–3 years34% (11)
Prior 4 yr.
Immed. Emergency2%3%
Emergency83%77%
Non-Emergency15%20%
(166)
(380)
Status
Apt
Received
Category
EmergencyClosed3FJan 10, 2026GENERAL · COOKING GASAn HPD Inspector was not able to gain access to inspect this complaint. The Inspector left a card at the time of the inspection and a letter was sent from HPD after the inspection attempt to encourage you to call to schedule an inspection. HPD did not receive a timely response from you and the complaint has been closed. Please submit a new service request with 311 if the condition still exists.
Non-emergencyClosedBUILDIDec 22, 2025GENERAL · BELL/BUZZER/INTERCOMHPD conducted an inspection of this complaint. The conditions observed by the inspector did not violate the housing laws enforced by HPD. The complaint has been closed.
EmergencyClosedBLDGDec 4, 2025GENERAL · COOKING GASHPD conducted an inspection of this complaint. The conditions observed by the inspector did not violate the housing laws enforced by HPD. The complaint has been closed.
EmergencyClosedBLDGNov 26, 2025GENERAL · COOKING GASHPD inspected this condition so the complaint has been closed. Violations were issued. The law provides the property owner time to correct the condition(s). Violation descriptions and the dates for the property owner to correct any violations are available at HPDONLINE. If the owner has not corrected the condition by the date provided, you may wish to bring a case in housing court seeking the correction of these conditions.To find out more about how to start a housing court case, visit HPD's webpage on Housing Court (https://www.nyc.gov/site/hpd/services-and-information/housing-court.page).
Non-emergencyClosed1HNov 9, 2025GENERAL · BELL/BUZZER/INTERCOMHPD attempted to conduct an inspection in response to this complaint, but was unable to complete the inspection. Please submit a new service request with 311 if the condition still exists. For more information on the reason why HPD was unable to inspect, contact HPD at the Tenant Information Messaging Service at 212-863-4951.
EmergencyClosed4FDec 30, 2024GENERAL · COOKING GASAn HPD Inspector was not able to gain access to inspect this complaint. The Inspector left a card at the time of the inspection and a letter was sent from HPD after the inspection attempt to encourage you to call to schedule an inspection. HPD did not receive a timely response from you and the complaint has been closed. Please submit a new service request with 311 if the condition still exists.
Non-emergencyClosedAPT4MDec 19, 2023GENERAL · CABINETThe Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. No violations were issued. The complaint has been closed.
Non-emergencyClosed4MDec 14, 2023GENERAL · CABINETThe Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. No violations were issued. The complaint has been closed.
Non-emergencyClosed4MDec 11, 2023GENERAL · BELL/BUZZER/INTERCOMThe Department of Housing Preservation and Development was not able to gain access to inspect the following conditions. The complaint has been closed. If the condition still exists, please file a new complaint.
Non-emergencyClosed4MDec 11, 2023GENERAL · CABINETThe Department of Housing Preservation and Development was not able to gain access to inspect the following conditions. The complaint has been closed. If the condition still exists, please file a new complaint.
Non-emergencyClosed4MDec 4, 2023GENERAL · CABINETThe Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. No violations were issued. The complaint has been closed.
Non-emergencyClosed4MDec 4, 2023GENERAL · CABINETThe Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. No violations were issued. The complaint has been closed.
Non-emergencyClosed4NJan 17, 2023GENERAL · CABINETThe Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. Violations were issued. Information about specific violations is available at www.nyc.gov/hpd
Non-emergencyClosed6GOct 19, 2022GENERAL · CABINETThe Department of Housing Preservation and Development was not able to gain access to inspect the following conditions. The complaint has been closed. If the condition still exists, please file a new complaint.
Non-emergencyClosed6GOct 19, 2022GENERAL · JANITOR/SUPERThe Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. No violations were issued. The complaint has been closed.
EmergencyClosed3HAug 29, 2021GENERAL · CABINETThe Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. Violations were issued. Information about specific violations is available at www.nyc.gov/hpd
EmergencyClosed4MAug 20, 2019GENERAL · CABINETThe Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. No violations were issued. The complaint has been closed.
Non-emergencyClosed4MAug 20, 2019GENERAL · CABINETThe Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. No violations were issued. The complaint has been closed.
Non-emergencyClosed6IMar 19, 2019GENERAL · CABINETThe Department of Housing Preservation and Development was not able to gain access to inspect the following conditions. The complaint has been closed. If the condition still exists, please file a new complaint.
Non-emergencyClosed3GDec 24, 2018GENERAL · CABINETThe Department of Housing Preservation and Development was not able to gain access to inspect the following conditions. The complaint has been closed. If the condition still exists, please file a new complaint.
Non-emergencyClosed4MJan 5, 2017GENERAL · CABINETThe Department of Housing Preservation and Development was not able to gain access to inspect the following conditions. The complaint has been closed. If the condition still exists, please file a new complaint.
Non-emergencyClosed2LDec 15, 2015GENERAL · BELL/BUZZER/INTERCOMThe Department of Housing Preservation and Development was not able to gain access to inspect the following conditions. The complaint has been closed. If the condition still exists, please file a new complaint.
Non-emergencyClosed5MSep 30, 2015GENERAL · CABINETThe Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. No violations were issued. The complaint has been closed.
Non-emergencyClosed5NSep 21, 2015GENERAL · MAILBOXThe Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. No violations were issued. The complaint has been closed.
EmergencyClosed4NFeb 17, 2014GENERAL · MOLDThe Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. Violations were issued. Information about specific violations is available at www.nyc.gov/hpd
EmergencyClosed4NFeb 17, 2014GENERAL · MOLDThe Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. Violations were issued. Information about specific violations is available at www.nyc.gov/hpd
EmergencyClosed1IJan 21, 2014GENERAL · LOCKSThe Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. No violations were issued. The complaint has been closed.
EmergencyClosed2LOct 12, 2013GENERAL · MOLDThe Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. Violations were issued. Information about specific violations is available at www.nyc.gov/hpd
EmergencyClosed2LOct 12, 2013GENERAL · DOORSThe Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. No violations were issued. The complaint has been closed.
EmergencyClosed2LMay 25, 2013GENERAL · LOCKSThe Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. Violations were issued. Information about specific violations is available at www.nyc.gov/hpd
Non-emergencyClosed1KMar 27, 2013GENERAL · CABINETThe Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. Violations were issued. Information about specific violations is available at www.nyc.gov/hpd
Non-emergencyClosed1KMar 27, 2013GENERAL · FLOORThe Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. No violations were issued. The complaint has been closed.
EmergencyClosed2BMar 19, 2013GENERAL · WINDOWSThe Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. No violations were issued. The complaint has been closed.
Non-emergencyClosed2BMar 19, 2013GENERAL · CABINETThe Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. Violations were issued. Information about specific violations is available at www.nyc.gov/hpd
EmergencyClosed2BMar 19, 2013GENERAL · MOLDThe Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. Violations were issued. Information about specific violations is available at www.nyc.gov/hpd
EmergencyClosed2BMar 19, 2013GENERAL · MOLDThe Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. No violations were issued. The complaint has been closed.
EmergencyClosed1FJan 23, 2013GENERAL · LOCKSThe Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. No violations were issued. The complaint has been closed.
EmergencyClosed1FJan 23, 2013GENERAL · WINDOWSThe Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. Violations were issued. Information about specific violations is available at www.nyc.gov/hpd
EmergencyClosed1FDec 18, 2012GENERAL · WINDOWSThe Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. Violations were issued. Information about specific violations is available at www.nyc.gov/hpd
EmergencyClosed1CNov 13, 2012GENERAL · WINDOWSThe Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. No violations were issued. The complaint has been closed.
EmergencyClosed1FNov 6, 2012GENERAL · WINDOWSThe Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. Violations were issued. Information about specific violations is available at www.nyc.gov/hpd
EmergencyClosed1CJul 13, 2012GENERAL · WINDOWSThe Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. No violations were issued. The complaint has been closed.
EmergencyClosed1JJan 10, 2012GENERAL · CERAMIC-TILEThe Department of Housing Preservation and Development was not able to gain access to inspect the following conditions. The complaint has been closed. If the condition still exists, please file a new complaint.
EmergencyClosed1JJan 10, 2012GENERAL · DOORSThe Department of Housing Preservation and Development was not able to gain access to inspect the following conditions. The complaint has been closed. If the condition still exists, please file a new complaint.
Non-emergencyClosed1JJan 10, 2012GENERAL · CABINETThe Department of Housing Preservation and Development was not able to gain access to inspect the following conditions. The complaint has been closed. If the condition still exists, please file a new complaint.
EmergencyClosed1JJan 10, 2012GENERAL · MOLDThe Department of Housing Preservation and Development was not able to gain access to inspect the following conditions. The complaint has been closed. If the condition still exists, please file a new complaint.
EmergencyClosed2LNov 28, 2011GENERAL · MOLDThe Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. No violations were issued. The complaint has been closed.
EmergencyClosed2KNov 28, 2011GENERAL · MOLDThe Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. No violations were issued. The complaint has been closed.
EmergencyClosed1JOct 24, 2011GENERAL · MOLDThe Department of Housing Preservation and Development was not able to gain access to inspect the following conditions. The complaint has been closed. If the condition still exists, please file a new complaint.
EmergencyClosed3NOct 17, 2011GENERAL · DOORSThe Department of Housing Preservation and Development was not able to gain access to inspect the following conditions. The complaint has been closed. If the condition still exists, please file a new complaint.
EmergencyClosed
Jan 10, 2026Apt 3F
GENERAL · COOKING GAS
An HPD Inspector was not able to gain access to inspect this complaint. The Inspector left a card at the time of the inspection and a letter was sent from HPD after the inspection attempt to encourage you to call to schedule an inspection. HPD did not receive a timely response from you and the complaint has been closed. Please submit a new service request with 311 if the condition still exists.
Non-emergencyClosed
Dec 22, 2025Apt BUILDI
GENERAL · BELL/BUZZER/INTERCOM
HPD conducted an inspection of this complaint. The conditions observed by the inspector did not violate the housing laws enforced by HPD. The complaint has been closed.
EmergencyClosed
Dec 4, 2025Apt BLDG
GENERAL · COOKING GAS
HPD conducted an inspection of this complaint. The conditions observed by the inspector did not violate the housing laws enforced by HPD. The complaint has been closed.
EmergencyClosed
Nov 26, 2025Apt BLDG
GENERAL · COOKING GAS
HPD inspected this condition so the complaint has been closed. Violations were issued. The law provides the property owner time to correct the condition(s). Violation descriptions and the dates for the property owner to correct any violations are available at HPDONLINE. If the owner has not corrected the condition by the date provided, you may wish to bring a case in housing court seeking the correction of these conditions.To find out more about how to start a housing court case, visit HPD's webpage on Housing Court (https://www.nyc.gov/site/hpd/services-and-information/housing-court.page).
Non-emergencyClosed
Nov 9, 2025Apt 1H
GENERAL · BELL/BUZZER/INTERCOM
HPD attempted to conduct an inspection in response to this complaint, but was unable to complete the inspection. Please submit a new service request with 311 if the condition still exists. For more information on the reason why HPD was unable to inspect, contact HPD at the Tenant Information Messaging Service at 212-863-4951.
EmergencyClosed
Dec 30, 2024Apt 4F
GENERAL · COOKING GAS
An HPD Inspector was not able to gain access to inspect this complaint. The Inspector left a card at the time of the inspection and a letter was sent from HPD after the inspection attempt to encourage you to call to schedule an inspection. HPD did not receive a timely response from you and the complaint has been closed. Please submit a new service request with 311 if the condition still exists.
Non-emergencyClosed
Dec 19, 2023Apt APT4M
GENERAL · CABINET
The Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. No violations were issued. The complaint has been closed.
Non-emergencyClosed
Dec 14, 2023Apt 4M
GENERAL · CABINET
The Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. No violations were issued. The complaint has been closed.
Non-emergencyClosed
Dec 11, 2023Apt 4M
GENERAL · BELL/BUZZER/INTERCOM
The Department of Housing Preservation and Development was not able to gain access to inspect the following conditions. The complaint has been closed. If the condition still exists, please file a new complaint.
Non-emergencyClosed
Dec 11, 2023Apt 4M
GENERAL · CABINET
The Department of Housing Preservation and Development was not able to gain access to inspect the following conditions. The complaint has been closed. If the condition still exists, please file a new complaint.
Non-emergencyClosed
Dec 4, 2023Apt 4M
GENERAL · CABINET
The Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. No violations were issued. The complaint has been closed.
Non-emergencyClosed
Dec 4, 2023Apt 4M
GENERAL · CABINET
The Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. No violations were issued. The complaint has been closed.
Non-emergencyClosed
Jan 17, 2023Apt 4N
GENERAL · CABINET
The Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. Violations were issued. Information about specific violations is available at www.nyc.gov/hpd
Non-emergencyClosed
Oct 19, 2022Apt 6G
GENERAL · CABINET
The Department of Housing Preservation and Development was not able to gain access to inspect the following conditions. The complaint has been closed. If the condition still exists, please file a new complaint.
Non-emergencyClosed
Oct 19, 2022Apt 6G
GENERAL · JANITOR/SUPER
The Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. No violations were issued. The complaint has been closed.
EmergencyClosed
Aug 29, 2021Apt 3H
GENERAL · CABINET
The Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. Violations were issued. Information about specific violations is available at www.nyc.gov/hpd
EmergencyClosed
Aug 20, 2019Apt 4M
GENERAL · CABINET
The Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. No violations were issued. The complaint has been closed.
Non-emergencyClosed
Aug 20, 2019Apt 4M
GENERAL · CABINET
The Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. No violations were issued. The complaint has been closed.
Non-emergencyClosed
Mar 19, 2019Apt 6I
GENERAL · CABINET
The Department of Housing Preservation and Development was not able to gain access to inspect the following conditions. The complaint has been closed. If the condition still exists, please file a new complaint.
Non-emergencyClosed
Dec 24, 2018Apt 3G
GENERAL · CABINET
The Department of Housing Preservation and Development was not able to gain access to inspect the following conditions. The complaint has been closed. If the condition still exists, please file a new complaint.
Non-emergencyClosed
Jan 5, 2017Apt 4M
GENERAL · CABINET
The Department of Housing Preservation and Development was not able to gain access to inspect the following conditions. The complaint has been closed. If the condition still exists, please file a new complaint.
Non-emergencyClosed
Dec 15, 2015Apt 2L
GENERAL · BELL/BUZZER/INTERCOM
The Department of Housing Preservation and Development was not able to gain access to inspect the following conditions. The complaint has been closed. If the condition still exists, please file a new complaint.
Non-emergencyClosed
Sep 30, 2015Apt 5M
GENERAL · CABINET
The Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. No violations were issued. The complaint has been closed.
Non-emergencyClosed
Sep 21, 2015Apt 5N
GENERAL · MAILBOX
The Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. No violations were issued. The complaint has been closed.
EmergencyClosed
Feb 17, 2014Apt 4N
GENERAL · MOLD
The Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. Violations were issued. Information about specific violations is available at www.nyc.gov/hpd
EmergencyClosed
Feb 17, 2014Apt 4N
GENERAL · MOLD
The Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. Violations were issued. Information about specific violations is available at www.nyc.gov/hpd
EmergencyClosed
Jan 21, 2014Apt 1I
GENERAL · LOCKS
The Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. No violations were issued. The complaint has been closed.
EmergencyClosed
Oct 12, 2013Apt 2L
GENERAL · MOLD
The Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. Violations were issued. Information about specific violations is available at www.nyc.gov/hpd
EmergencyClosed
Oct 12, 2013Apt 2L
GENERAL · DOORS
The Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. No violations were issued. The complaint has been closed.
EmergencyClosed
May 25, 2013Apt 2L
GENERAL · LOCKS
The Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. Violations were issued. Information about specific violations is available at www.nyc.gov/hpd
Non-emergencyClosed
Mar 27, 2013Apt 1K
GENERAL · CABINET
The Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. Violations were issued. Information about specific violations is available at www.nyc.gov/hpd
Non-emergencyClosed
Mar 27, 2013Apt 1K
GENERAL · FLOOR
The Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. No violations were issued. The complaint has been closed.
EmergencyClosed
Mar 19, 2013Apt 2B
GENERAL · WINDOWS
The Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. No violations were issued. The complaint has been closed.
Non-emergencyClosed
Mar 19, 2013Apt 2B
GENERAL · CABINET
The Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. Violations were issued. Information about specific violations is available at www.nyc.gov/hpd
EmergencyClosed
Mar 19, 2013Apt 2B
GENERAL · MOLD
The Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. Violations were issued. Information about specific violations is available at www.nyc.gov/hpd
EmergencyClosed
Mar 19, 2013Apt 2B
GENERAL · MOLD
The Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. No violations were issued. The complaint has been closed.
EmergencyClosed
Jan 23, 2013Apt 1F
GENERAL · LOCKS
The Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. No violations were issued. The complaint has been closed.
EmergencyClosed
Jan 23, 2013Apt 1F
GENERAL · WINDOWS
The Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. Violations were issued. Information about specific violations is available at www.nyc.gov/hpd
EmergencyClosed
Dec 18, 2012Apt 1F
GENERAL · WINDOWS
The Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. Violations were issued. Information about specific violations is available at www.nyc.gov/hpd
EmergencyClosed
Nov 13, 2012Apt 1C
GENERAL · WINDOWS
The Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. No violations were issued. The complaint has been closed.
EmergencyClosed
Nov 6, 2012Apt 1F
GENERAL · WINDOWS
The Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. Violations were issued. Information about specific violations is available at www.nyc.gov/hpd
EmergencyClosed
Jul 13, 2012Apt 1C
GENERAL · WINDOWS
The Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. No violations were issued. The complaint has been closed.
EmergencyClosed
Jan 10, 2012Apt 1J
GENERAL · CERAMIC-TILE
The Department of Housing Preservation and Development was not able to gain access to inspect the following conditions. The complaint has been closed. If the condition still exists, please file a new complaint.
EmergencyClosed
Jan 10, 2012Apt 1J
GENERAL · DOORS
The Department of Housing Preservation and Development was not able to gain access to inspect the following conditions. The complaint has been closed. If the condition still exists, please file a new complaint.
Non-emergencyClosed
Jan 10, 2012Apt 1J
GENERAL · CABINET
The Department of Housing Preservation and Development was not able to gain access to inspect the following conditions. The complaint has been closed. If the condition still exists, please file a new complaint.
EmergencyClosed
Jan 10, 2012Apt 1J
GENERAL · MOLD
The Department of Housing Preservation and Development was not able to gain access to inspect the following conditions. The complaint has been closed. If the condition still exists, please file a new complaint.
EmergencyClosed
Nov 28, 2011Apt 2L
GENERAL · MOLD
The Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. No violations were issued. The complaint has been closed.
EmergencyClosed
Nov 28, 2011Apt 2K
GENERAL · MOLD
The Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspected the following conditions. No violations were issued. The complaint has been closed.
EmergencyClosed
Oct 24, 2011Apt 1J
GENERAL · MOLD
The Department of Housing Preservation and Development was not able to gain access to inspect the following conditions. The complaint has been closed. If the condition still exists, please file a new complaint.
EmergencyClosed
Oct 17, 2011Apt 3N
GENERAL · DOORS
The Department of Housing Preservation and Development was not able to gain access to inspect the following conditions. The complaint has been closed. If the condition still exists, please file a new complaint.
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