81-07 57th Avenue, Queens, NY 11373

The property at 81-07 57th Avenue in Elmhurst is a 3-story, 4-unit building constructed in 2015 and currently owned by 57 Elmhurst Holdings LLC. The building has experienced a series of maintenance issues over the past years, with the most significant problems occurring in 2023. Between May and June 2023, there were multiple complaints about cooking gas and heat/hot water issues, particularly affecting Apartment 3 and 3rd Floor units, leading to several Housing Maintenance Code violations. These included inadequate hot water supply, gas supply problems, and various plumbing issues in bathrooms and kitchens.

Safety concerns were also noted, with violations related to defective smoke and carbon monoxide detectors in May 2023. The building has a history of heating system and water supply issues, as evidenced by multiple 311 complaints and Housing Maintenance Code violations during this period. In addition to these recent concerns, the building has faced several administrative challenges regarding potential illegal conversions. Between 2021 and 2023, there were multiple complaints about illegal conversions, with several inspection attempts resulting in "Unable to Gain Access" outcomes.

A significant Environmental Control Board violation was issued in July 2021 regarding prohibited door hardware and occupancy contrary to records, with associated penalties. The property also had an active elevator violation as of 2019 related to inspection requirements. However, it's worth noting that there have been no reported bedbug infestations in the building since 2019, according to the bedbug reporting system. The building's owners have generally responded to violations and complaints, with most being marked as "Closed," though some remain active in the system, indicating ongoing issues or unresolved matters that may require further attention.