Migrant Men Living in Cramped Basement in Queens
Over 74 migrant men were found living in a cramped basement below a furniture store in South Richmond Hill, Queens, with beds in such high demand that only half could sleep at a time. The building had severe overcrowding and hazardous fire trap conditions, leading to a vacate order being issued.
Key Points
- Over 74 migrant men living in basement below furniture store
- Limited space leading to half being able to sleep at a time
- Building had severe overcrowding and hazardous conditions
- Building owner charged migrants to live in the hostel
- City issued vacate order for the building
Cons
- Severe overcrowding and hazardous fire trap conditions
- Illegal conversion of commercial space and cellar into a makeshift bunk house