71-47 Myrtle Avenue, Queens, NY 11385

The two-story, four-unit building at 71-47 Myrtle Avenue in Glendale, owned by Adam Rossa and constructed in 1931, is currently experiencing significant maintenance challenges as of 2025. The property has documented multiple heat and hot water issues, with several complaints filed between January and April 2025, including a current open complaint regarding heat/hot water affecting the entire building from April 2, 2025. There are persistent sanitation concerns, particularly relating to mold, with multiple complaints and violations recorded in 2024-2025.

Notably, Apartment 1F appears to be the center of many issues, with open violations from 2024 including problems with window latches, bathroom facilities, and various maintenance needs. Additional concerns documented in 2024-2025 include plumbing issues relating to water supply, door and window problems, and multiple heat/hot water-related emergencies. The building underwent a comprehensive bedbug treatment process in 2024, with all units reportedly treated and eradicated, though the infestation was noted as affecting all four units.

The property's history shows a pattern of recurring maintenance issues, particularly regarding heat/hot water systems and sanitary conditions, with multiple emergency complaints filed through 311 services. Several HPD inspections were either unable to be completed or resulted in violations being issued, particularly relating to mold issues in January and March 2025. The building has received multiple Housing Maintenance Code violations since August 2024, mostly focused on Apartment 1F, including issues with mold, bathroom facilities, windows, and various repair needs. The property appears to have ongoing challenges with building systems and maintenance responsiveness, as evidenced by the frequency of complaints and the nature of the reported issues.