71-71 Yellowstone Blvd, Queens, NY 11375

This two-family residence at 71-71 Yellowstone Boulevard in Forest Hills, built in 1927 and currently owned by David Koptiev, has experienced recurring heating system issues, with multiple heat/hot water complaints filed between October and November 2023, all classified as emergencies. The building has a documented history of maintenance problems in recent years, including electrical issues (power outages and no lighting) in October 2022, and a water leak complaint that could not be inspected.

Multiple Housing Maintenance Code violations were recorded in 2022, particularly affecting apartment 2F, encompassing problems with mold, ceiling leaks, broken plaster surfaces, and various lighting deficiencies in public areas. Three ECB violations in 2020 addressed unpermitted gas installation and water heater work, resulting in fines totaling $3,750, though they were later resolved. The building has undergone some improvements in the past few years, including successful rodent inspections (passed in February 2024) and no recent bedbug reports since 2021-2022, indicating effective pest management.

A bed bug inspection conducted in 2023 showed no reinfestation or eradicated units. Several permits were issued in 2018-2019, suggesting some level of maintenance and repairs, though the specific nature of the permitted work is not detailed in the records. While many violations from 2022 show as closed, including those related to defective locks and inadequate lighting, the building continues to face recurring heating system challenges, with the most recent complaints indicating these issues remain a significant concern for residents.