104-20 Queens Boulevard, Queens, NY 11375

Parker Tower, a 17-story, 1327-unit residential building constructed in 1960 and currently owned by Stephanie Sarphong-Appiah, has experienced several significant maintenance and safety issues in recent months (as of July 2025). The building has faced recurring problems with unsanitary conditions, including multiple reports of mold and pest infestations throughout 2025, with some violations still open as of June 2025. There have been ongoing plumbing issues, most recently including a water supply complaint from June 2025 that resulted in a Partial Stop Work Order.

The building's compactor room infrastructure has also been problematic, with multiple violations issued in December 2024 regarding defective self-closing doors and latches on compactor closets across various floors. Recent inspections and complaints have highlighted several areas of concern for residents. In June 2025 alone, there were multiple complaints about unsanitary conditions, water supply issues, and mold. The building has also faced regulatory scrutiny, with an active ECB violation from November 2024 regarding unauthorized occupancy of a children's playroom in the subcellar.

Structural and safety compliance issues were documented during facade work in late 2024, leading to multiple violations related to pedestrian protection and construction safety. While the building has maintained its bedbug and rodent control programs, with inspections generally passing, there are indications of persistent maintenance challenges. Historical data shows a pattern of violations related to elevator maintenance and various building systems, though many older violations have been dismissed or resolved. The property has maintained active permits for ongoing work, though the nature of these permits and the corresponding work has varied over time.