48-16 47th Street, Queens, NY 11377

The 390-unit, 4-story residential building at 48-16 47th Street in Sunnyside, managed by Gregory Astrachan, is a New Law Tenement constructed in 1924. The property has experienced several recurring maintenance issues in 2025, particularly with the intercom system, which has generated multiple open complaints between May and June 2025. Other recent maintenance issues include a water supply problem in May 2025, though this was subsequently closed. The building has documented rodent activity in compliance inspections throughout 2024 and 2025, indicating an ongoing pest control challenge.

Several housing code violations were recorded for Apartment 2C in late 2024, including missing carbon monoxide detectors, window guards, and smoke detectors, though most were subsequently closed. Apartment 2F also had multiple violations including mold issues, roach infestation, and damaged flooring, with some violations remaining open. The building underwent significant work in 2020-2021, with multiple permits issued, though there were some complaints about unauthorized plumbing work in 2022. The property has a somewhat complex history of maintenance and compliance issues, with relatively few violations recorded in recent years and no reported bedbug infestations since 2023.

Recent inspections have shown rat activity, though previous baiting measures were documented in 2022. The building's violation history shows a pattern of maintenance issues, particularly relating to safety equipment like carbon monoxide detectors and general building systems. The most recent 311 service requests indicate ongoing challenges with building access for inspections and repairs, particularly relating to the intercom system. While many historical violations have been addressed and closed, some current issues remain outstanding, particularly regarding building access and the intercom system.