72-56 51st Drive, Queens, NY 11377

The two-family house at 72-56 51st Drive in Maspeth, currently owned by Guoping Liu, has experienced significant building maintenance issues in recent years, particularly throughout 2023. The most pressing concerns relate to heat and hot water problems, with emergency complaints filed in both January and April 2023, including an inspection that revealed scalding hot water exceeding 140 degrees throughout the second-floor apartment, which was subsequently addressed by February 2023. The building has also faced electrical concerns, with a wiring complaint in January 2023 that resulted in no violations being issued.

Significant health and safety violations have been documented in 2023, particularly regarding lead paint hazards in the second-floor apartment. Notices of violation were issued in January 2023 under Class C categories, with requirements to address presumed lead paint on windows and door friction surfaces, though as of the latest inspection records, these violations remained open. Other notable violations included the presence of mold in the bathroom ceiling, a defective carbon monoxide detector, and various interior maintenance issues such as problems with painted surfaces and bathroom ventilation.

The building's front entrance security was also addressed in early 2023, with an illegal double-cylinder lock being cited as a violation of building security standards. The property, built in 1945, has a history of maintenance issues that suggests ongoing challenges with basic building systems and safety compliance. While some violations have been successfully closed, including issues related to lead paint and water temperature, several notable violations remain open as of the most recent record review. The building has undergone at least one documented inspection for illegal parking issues in 2018, which was referred to the Department of Transportation.