60-71 60th Road, Queens, NY 11378

This 2-story, 3-unit residential building at 60-71 60th Road in Maspeth, built in 1920, has experienced a series of concerning maintenance and safety issues over the past several months. Most notably, there are several open violations from April 2024 regarding the failure to file an annual bedbug report, and multiple open violations from December 2023 affecting an apartment on the 2nd floor (2F) including non-functioning carbon monoxide and smoke detectors, broken self-closing doors, and a rodent infestation. Additional maintenance issues reported between November 2023 and April 2024 include problems with the building's intercom system, mailbox, and pest control.

While some complaints were addressed, such as flooring and wall issues, many inspections resulted in inspectors being unable to gain access to verify conditions. Recent structural and safety concerns include an active Environmental Control Board violation from December 2023 regarding the shared driveway's disrepair and the maintenance of exterior walls, with a penalty of $1,250 imposed. Emergency plumbing issues were reported in late 2023 involving bathtubs, sinks, and various electrical problems including outlet/switch issues.

The building has also faced problems with water temperature regulation and window safety features. Historical data shows a passed rodent inspection from 2017, but the recent violations suggest a resurgence of pest problems. The building's owner, Neil Desena, appears to be managing a property with significant and recurring maintenance challenges, particularly affecting the safety systems and basic amenities of the 2F apartment.