78-35 73rd Place, Queens, NY 11385

The two-family house at 78-35 73rd Place in Glendale, owned by Jeff Kaufman and built in 1925, has experienced several significant issues over recent years, particularly affecting the second-floor apartment. Most notably, in December 2021, the building received multiple emergency violations including lead paint hazards affecting various door and window frames throughout the apartment, with inspections showing paint at 0.5 mg/cm2 and presumed lead paint that is either peeling or on deteriorated surfaces. Other December 2021 violations included a broken window sash, an unhealthy mold condition, and various paint/plaster issues, though some of these inspections were marked as unable to access the rooms.

The building has a persistent history of heat and hot water complaints, with emergency reports in April 2021 and October 2020, though inspections in April 2021 resulted in no violations being issued. Multiple plumbing issues were reported between March and April 2021, including problems with toilets and sinks, though inspections generally resulted in no violations being issued. The building's violation history reveals an ongoing pattern of maintenance issues, particularly affecting the second-floor apartment, which has open Class A, B, and C violations from December 2021 including requirements to repair or replace various fixtures such as a defective kitchen cabinet base, address peeling paint in the bathroom, and rectify lead paint hazards.

These violations suggest potential health and safety concerns, particularly regarding lead paint exposure. The property has also experienced issues with basic services like heat and hot water, as evidenced by multiple complaints and service requests over the past few years, indicating possible infrastructure or maintenance challenges. While many complaints have been closed, the presence of open violations as of the last inspection suggests some issues may still require attention.