48-56 46th Street, Queens, NY 11377

The 7-unit New Law Tenement building at 48-56 46th Street in Sunnyside, owned by Greg Weiss, has experienced recurring heating system issues since at least 2019. Most recently, from late 2023 through early 2025, there have been multiple complaints about lack of heat and hot water affecting the entire building, with inspectors often unable to gain access for verification. These emergency complaints were filed with HPD in November 2023, December 2023, and January 2025.

The building underwent significant maintenance work in late 2022, with violations addressed including repairs to defective plaster, smoke and carbon monoxide detector malfunctions in Apartment 3D, and various hallway maintenance issues on the 3rd story. Importantly, all these violations were certified as closed by early 2023, with documentation showing compliance with Housing Maintenance Code requirements. The building's common areas have been subject to various inspections, including a passed rodent inspection in October 2022, following previous rat activity in 2013.

Recent bedbug reports from 2019 through 2024 indicate no infestations or related issues in any units. The property has maintained compliance with requirements to post safety notices, including procedures for suspected gas leaks, though there have been some delays noted in recent violations regarding proper notice posting and fire safety features. Of particular note is the pattern of heating system complaints, which represent the most consistent maintenance issue over the past several years, affecting resident comfort and basic amenities.