65-44 Saunders Street, Queens, NY 11374

The 98-unit, 6-story building at 65-44 Saunders Street in Rego Park, owned by David Bernhardt, has experienced a variety of maintenance issues in recent years, with most significant problems occurring between March and June 2025. Recent inspections revealed violations related to plumbing (bathtub/shower), and multiple service requests were filed concerning heat/hot water, toilet problems, and general maintenance issues including paint/plaster concerns. The building also faced several emergency water leak incidents during this period.

In late 2024, violations were issued for Apartment A2 concerning water leaks, defective plaster surfaces, and various bathroom issues. The building's systems have shown recurring concerns, particularly with the elevator, which has generated multiple complaints about single device service since 2019, though inspections typically found no violations warranting action. A significant boiler violation was documented in 2021 regarding safety equipment, and an active violation from February 2023 pertains to failure to file the FISP Cycle 9B Technical Report. The property has experienced periodic pest control challenges, with documented bedbug infestations in units during 2019-2022, though recent reports (2023-2024) indicate no current infestations.

Rodent inspections have shown mixed results, with some recent passes (2023-2024) following earlier failures (2015-2019). Building safety equipment received attention in late 2024 when violations were found in Apartment F2 regarding defective smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. Historical building issues include concerns about compactor closet maintenance identified in December 2024, though these violations were subsequently resolved. The building's age (constructed in 1941) and the pattern of service requests and violations suggest ongoing maintenance challenges, though recent inspections appear to show some improvement in response to identified issues.