72-38 Caldwell Avenue, Queens, NY 11378

The three-story, three-unit building at 72-38 Caldwell Avenue in Maspeth, owned by Giuseppe Barretta and constructed in 1955, has experienced several maintenance issues over the past few years, particularly during 2021-2022. The property has had recurring heat and hot water problems, with multiple complaints registered in October 2021 and January 2022, though some were reportedly resolved before inspection. There were also significant plumbing issues, including radiator problems (violations issued), water supply concerns, and sink/basin defects in mid-2021.

Notable issues were documented in the summer of 2021, including problems with doors/windows and stairs. The building has open violations from December 2021 related to specific issues in the 3rd floor apartment, including ceiling plaster/paint problems, a broken radiator copper line, defective bathroom vanity, and roof leak concerns. Safety-related violations from August 2021 regarding missing balusters in the public hall stairs are also still open.

Inspection records indicate multiple failed access attempts between September 2019 and August 2020 concerning potential illegal conversion, gas hook-up issues, and unauthorized plumbing work, though no violations were ultimately documented as inspectors couldn't gain access. The building's bedbug reporting from late 2024 shows zero infestation cases in the past two reporting periods (2023-2024 and 2022-2023). While the Department of Buildings shows an issued permit from August 2020, there are no recent permits on record. The property has maintained a Class A designation since conversion, with the last four HPD bedbug reports showing no infestations or treatment needs.