40-19 99th Street, Queens, NY 11368

The four-story, 21-unit New Law Tenement building at 40-19 99th Street in Corona, owned by John Finocchio and constructed in 1931, has experienced numerous maintenance issues in recent years that require attention. Most notably, there are several open housing maintenance code violations from an October 2024 inspection of Apartment 1E, including problems with paint and plaster surfaces, wood floors, sink cabinet, bathroom fixtures, and window frame. The building has also faced recurring heat and hot water problems, with multiple complaints throughout 2025-2024, including an open heat/hot water violation from October 2024.

Recent complaints from June 2025 have documented issues with flooring, stairs, and various paint/plaster problems, though these violations are currently in the process of being addressed according to HPD records. The property's history shows persistent challenges with building systems, including electricity, plumbing, and elevator issues. There have been multiple complaints about illegal conversions and unauthorized work, with several inspection attempts resulting in access denial.

The building has maintained a consistent record of no bedbug infestations since 2019, and recent rodent inspections in 2015 showed varied compliance results, with two initial inspection failures in 2011. The property has experienced some security and access issues, as evidenced by multiple complaints regarding self-closing doors and entrance security. While many complaints have been resolved through HPD intervention, including recent cases from 2025, the building continues to have multiple open violations and service requests that suggest ongoing maintenance challenges requiring monitoring.