507 Woodward Avenue, Queens, NY 11385

The 6-unit residential building at 507 Woodward Avenue in Ridgewood, owned by Pandeli Gjini, is a 3-story New Law Tenement constructed in 1915. The property has experienced recurring heating and hot water system issues, with multiple emergency complaints registered between 2022 and 2025 indicating either complete lack of or intermittent problems with these essential services.

In 2023, the building faced maintenance challenges including indoor air quality concerns with chemical vapors in March, and significant violations were documented in September 2023 affecting apartment 1R, including issues with plaster surfaces, water leaks, and various repairs needed to ceilings, floors, and tiles. The building's maintenance history reveals various violations and safety concerns, including the need for proper gas leak notification postings, carbon monoxide detector requirements, and multiple heating system complaints indicating persistent infrastructure issues. The property has undergone several inspections and received multiple violations over the years, including electrical work without proper permits in 2020, though most complaints and violations have been resolved or closed according to records.

Infrastructure improvements were attempted in 2018-2019, with several permits issued for plumbing and electrical work. Recent inspections have shown the building has maintained its bedbug-free status since 2021, and while rodent inspections in 2017-2019 presented some initial failures, subsequent compliance checks passed. The building's management has faced scrutiny for various maintenance issues, particularly regarding response times and access for inspections, as evidenced by multiple 311 complaints where inspectors were unable to gain access to units.