60-17 56th Road, Queens, NY 11378

This three-story, two-family house located at 60-17 56th Road in Maspeth was built in 1915 and is currently owned by Noam Aorta. The building has experienced recurring issues with pest infestations, with three separate complaints in Spring 2025, and an earlier one in March 2025, resulting in HPD violations that the owner is required to address. The property has a documented history of heating system problems, particularly in late 2021 through early 2022, with multiple complaints about lack of heat and hot water affecting the entire building, though most were resolved promptly.

The Department of Buildings has recorded eight separate illegal conversion complaints between 2019 and 2025, all resulting in access denial for inspection attempts. Significant violations were documented in November 2021 regarding unauthorized use of cellar space, including illegal living quarters and cooking facilities, and issues with water leaks and ceiling repairs, though some violations have since been closed. The building's maintenance history shows areas of concern for tenant comfort and safety, particularly regarding pest control and heating systems.

While there was one instance of a failed rodent inspection in 2018, subsequent inspections have shown passing results. The property has experienced multiple inspection access issues, particularly during illegal conversion investigations, which has delayed definitive resolutions to these concerns. The most recent activity suggests ongoing challenges with pest management as of 2025, with violations noted that require owner remediation efforts. The building's age and history of maintenance issues indicate a potentially complex preservation history, though specific details of any corrective actions are not provided in the available data.