87-01 57th Avenue, Queens, NY 11373

The two-story, three-unit residential building at 87-01 57th Avenue in Elmhurst, built in 1945 and currently owned by Digna Chua, has experienced several notable issues over recent years, with the most significant concerns centering around heating systems and pest management. In early 2022, there was a heat and hot water emergency reported for the entire building, though HPD was unable to gain access for inspection.

In September 2021, there was a plumbing-related water supply issue that required inspection but did not result in any violations. The building has also faced challenges with rodent activity, as evidenced by three inspections in 2022 showing rat activity in April and May, with bait applied in response to the infestation. Of particular note is the building's inconsistent compliance with bedbug reporting requirements, as evidenced by three violations issued in 2021, 2022, and most recently in March 2023 for failing to file the mandatory annual bedbug report.

However, the most recent bedbug filings from 2023-2025 indicate no infested units, suggesting successful eradication efforts. While there was a complaint about an illegal conversion in 2021 related to a nearby address (113-73), the investigation was unable to gain access for inspection. The property has maintained generally good maintenance practices, as evidenced by the closure of various complaints without violations, though the pattern of heat and hot water issues and rodent inspections indicates ongoing challenges with building systems and pest management that require monitoring.