66-78 Fresh Pond Road, Queens, NY 11385

The three-story, four-unit building at 66-78 Fresh Pond Road in Ridgewood, owned by Vgd Realty LLC, has experienced several concerning maintenance issues in recent years, particularly in 2025. Multiple complaints were filed in January 2025 regarding unsanitary conditions (including pests and mold), a fire escape safety issue, and a ceiling paint/plaster problem, though HPD was unable to complete inspections for these complaints. Earlier in the winter of 2024-2025, there were also heat and hot water issues, with one complaint being filed but HPD unable to gain access for inspection.

The building has a history of maintenance violations requiring attention to basic safety systems, including carbon monoxide detectors, smoke detectors, and door hardware, particularly in Apartment 3. Notable violations were recorded in March 2023, including approximately 10-15 square feet of visible mold and issues with self-closing doors, though these were subsequently addressed. The property has demonstrated ongoing challenges with heat and hot water systems, as evidenced by multiple complaints and inspection records.

Boiler-related complaints were filed multiple times between late 2023 and early 2024, though inspections generally found no violations at the time. The building's bedbug reporting history shows no recorded infestations from 2021 through the present, with all annual reports showing zero infested units. Rodent inspections have been conducted in the past, with the last recorded inspection in June 2017 resulting in a passing grade. While some maintenance issues have been addressed through HPD violations and inspections, the inability of inspectors to access units for certain complaints in recent months is a notable concern, and the frequency of heating system-related complaints suggests ongoing maintenance challenges.