55-05 98th Street, Queens, NY 11368

The four-story, three-unit building at 55-05 98th Street in Corona, owned by Jian Yun Zheng, has experienced several notable maintenance issues since its construction in 2005. Most concerning are the ongoing violations related to apartment 2FL, which was the subject of multiple HPD inspections in July 2023 that revealed significant maintenance concerns including a pest infestation (roaches), inadequate water supply issues affecting the bathtub, missing smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, and an entrance door safety hazard. In 2023 alone, the building experienced multiple incidents requiring emergency attention, including problems with lighting, plumbing, water leaks, and mold, with some violations being issued but others showing no violations after inspection.

The building appears to have recurring moisture-related problems, as evidenced by the 2023 mold complaints and the most recent 2024 mailbox complaint that HPD could not inspect, potentially indicating access issues. Other documented concerns include electrical problems (both lighting and general electrical issues), plumbing issues including bathtub/shower problems, and ventilation system concerns, with many of these requiring emergency attention. Interestingly, two separate inspection periods in 2023 showed no violations being issued for several reported issues, suggesting varying responses to the documented problems.

The most recent available inspection data from 2024 includes an open violation regarding the annual bedbug report requirement. The building's maintenance history also shows a pattern of unresolved or recurring issues, with multiple 311 complaints and violations remaining open through 2025. While the property is subject to various housing maintenance regulations, the documentation suggests a complex array of maintenance challenges, particularly affecting the 2nd floor apartments, with some issues being promptly addressed while others appear to persist in various forms.