2026 Gates Avenue, Queens, NY 11385

2026 Gates Avenue is a 6-unit, 3-story New Law Tenement building located in Ridgewood, built in 1909 and currently owned by Wladyslaw Gawrych. The building has experienced recurring issues with heat and hot water systems, particularly evident from 2023 to 2025, with complaints filed for both apartment-specific and building-wide problems.

As of December 2023, multiple violations were noted, including instances of excessive hot water temperatures in Apartment 3L, water leaks in Apartment 2R, and several concerns regarding unauthorized modifications to acoustical ceilings in Apartment 3R. The building's safety systems have also come under scrutiny, with violations recorded for smoke and carbon monoxide detector issues in Apartments 1R and 2R. The property has undergone regular pest infestations, with bedbug cases reported consistently through 2021-2025, though recent filings in 2025 indicate no current infestations.

Rodent inspections from 2017 and 2020 passed, suggesting some level of pest management success. Recent complaints have also included issues with lighting, plumbing (including toilet problems), and various maintenance matters such as paint/plaster concerns. The building's maintenance record reveals a mix of promptly addressed issues and some ongoing violations, particularly concerning unauthorized alterations and safety system maintenance.