52-84 74th Street, Queens, NY 11373

The three-unit building at 52-84 74th Street in Maspeth, owned by John Ko, has experienced several significant maintenance issues since 2020, with the most concerning problems occurring in early 2021. During that period, there were multiple complaints and violations related to heat and hot water systems, including two emergency complaints and multiple inspection violations regarding inadequate hot water supply. The building also experienced plumbing issues affecting various fixtures including bathtubs, showers, and toilets.

Additionally, there was a notable infestation problem in February 2021, with violations issued for rodent and roach infestations in the 3rd-floor apartment, along with unsanitary conditions related to pests. Other maintenance concerns included electrical wiring issues, stair encumbrances, and various interior maintenance needs such as plaster repair and wall painting. The building's most recent bedbug reports covering 2023-2025 show no active infestations, with zero units reported as infested, eradicated, or re-infested, suggesting improved pest management in recent years.

However, several violations from 2021 remain open, including issues with a missing bathroom pop-up stopper, a defective smoke detector, inadequate heating supply, and various repair needs in the 3rd-floor apartment. The property has generally required prompt responses to emergencies, with most complaints being resolved within a week, though some violations appear to persist beyond initial inspections. The building, constructed in 1989, is classified as a Class A residential property and has undergone regular bedbug reporting as required by current regulations.