97-17 43rd Avenue, Queens, NY 11368

The three-story, four-unit residential building at 97-17 43rd Avenue in Corona, owned by Badreyah El-kilany and built in 1975, has experienced a recurring pattern of maintenance issues over recent years, with the most notable ongoing concerns centered around heating systems and basic infrastructure. The building has documented multiple heating system complaints, with emergency reports in December 2024 and November 2021, as well as a major heat outage affecting the entire building in December 2022.

Recent inspections in December 2024 have revealed several open violations that require attention, including an active roach and mice infestation in the 3rd floor apartment, water leakage problems, defective fire retardant plaster, and maintenance issues in the public hall area. The property has a documented history of various maintenance challenges, including plumbing issues (water supply problems in July 2023), water leaks (October 2023), ceiling and wall maintenance needs, and unsanitary conditions such as mold problems identified in July 2020.

The recent inspections have highlighted several open violations requiring attention, including the need for proper signage regarding housing information and smoke detector requirements in the first-floor public hall, as well as repairs to defective plaster surfaces and paint at various locations. While the building passed rodent inspections in 2010 and 2015, the recent pest-related violations indicate a return of infestation issues. The property owner has been issued multiple violations that remain open as of December 2024, suggesting ongoing challenges with building maintenance and code compliance.