66-03 Myrtle Avenue, Queens, NY 11385

The two-family house at 66-03 Myrtle Avenue in Glendale, owned by Sinyi Chang, has experienced recurring maintenance issues over the past two years, particularly regarding heating and sanitation. The building, constructed in 1920, has ongoing violations related to inadequate heat supply that affect multiple apartments (notably in 2FL and 3FL), with documented violations issued in March 2023. There have been multiple complaints about heat and hot water issues, including emergency complaints in November 2023 and multiple incidents in January 2023 that warranted violations.

The property also faces significant environmental concerns, with open violations related to lead-based paint hazards in apartment 3 that were noted during a February 2023 inspection, along with issues regarding gas piping installations that resulted in multiple Environmental Control Board violations with penalties totaling $9,250 in 2022. Recent issues include a pest control complaint from September 2024 that HPD could not inspect due to access issues, and a concerning pattern of heat and hot water complaints throughout 2023, with several inspections showing inadequate conditions and resulting violations. The building's maintenance history shows a mixture of resolved and open violations, including the most recent violation from September 2024 regarding failure to file required external low pressure inspections.

Earlier complaints from 2022-2023 included various maintenance issues such as slow water leaks, wall paint/plaster concerns, and problems with flooring/stairs. The property has been subject to multiple violations related to its gas system, with inspections documenting improper installations and unapproved materials in the cellar. While some issues have been addressed and closed, many violations remain open, indicating ongoing maintenance challenges.