104-44 42nd Avenue, Queens, NY 11368

104-44 42nd Avenue is a 2-story, 4-unit New Law Tenement building located in Corona, constructed in 1926 and currently owned by Agustina Delacruz. The building has experienced a significant number of maintenance issues in 2025, with multiple emergency complaints regarding building-wide heat/hot water problems, flooring issues, and ceiling problems. An October 2024 inspection revealed several open violations in Apartment 1B, including defective ceiling light fixtures, non-functioning carbon monoxide detectors, maintenance issues with walls and wood paneling, and problems with door self-closing mechanisms.

The apartment also reportedly had pest infestation issues that were cited as violations. During 2025, multiple HPD violations were issued that required owner correction, though some complaints were subsequently closed after inspections indicated they did not violate housing laws. The building's recent maintenance history shows a pattern of urgent repair needs, particularly in early 2025, with multiple complaints related to heating problems, flooring, plumbing, pest control, and various interior maintenance items.

Notably, there have been no documented bedbug infestations since 2021, and a rodent inspection in 2015 showed passing results, suggesting some level of historical pest management. While many complaints from 2025 have been resolved, including several related to paint/plaster, unsanitary conditions, and plumbing issues, the building's current state as of March 2025 shows at least one open general complaint related to cabinetry from March 2025. The property has experienced recurring issues with heating systems, as evidenced by multiple complaints across different reporting categories.