86-29 Broadway, Queens, NY 11373

86-29 Broadway is a 12-story, 100-unit residential building constructed in 1986 located in Elmhurst, currently owned by Carlos Leon. The building has experienced recurring maintenance issues over recent years, particularly concerning sanitation and heating systems. Most notably, in March 2024, multiple complaints regarding pests and mold were filed with the Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD), though inspectors were unable to gain access for verification.

The building has documented heating system problems, with multiple emergency complaints in 2019 and 2020 regarding lack of heat and hot water, including a specific violation recorded against apartment 12H in March 2020 for inadequate hot water supply. A concerning pattern of boiler-related issues is evident, with multiple complaints and violations, including three active violations from April 2023 regarding an unregistered Slantfin GG-375-HEC boiler, each carrying a penalty of $3,125. The building has maintained a generally good record regarding bedbug infestations, with no reported cases since 2018.

However, recent rodent activity was noted in inspections conducted in March and April 2023. Several safety violations remain open, including requirements for proper posting of gas leak procedures and maintenance of smoke/carbon monoxide detectors in apartment 12J, as well as window guard issues in apartment 12H. The property has had multiple permit requests and inspections over the years, with the most recent boiler complaint being closed in June 2025, though an active Local Law 188/17 compliance inspection from June 2024 remains open. While the building has undergone various maintenance and repair work as evidenced by multiple permit issuances, the recurring nature of heating system problems and recent sanitation issues suggests ongoing challenges with building maintenance and resident comfort.