13-27 College Point Blvd, Queens, NY 11356

The 2-story, 4-unit New Law Tenement building at 13-27 College Point Blvd, owned by Nicholas Kyrtatas and constructed in 1930, has experienced numerous maintenance and safety issues in recent years. Most concerning are the open violations as of 2024-2025, particularly those in Apartment 1A, which include active violations for mold abatement, electrical issues, rodent infestations, and various water and plaster damage problems. There have been multiple pest-related complaints in 2023-2024, and an open bedbug reporting violation from 2024 regarding failure to file annual reports.

In 2020, significant occupancy-related violations emerged, indicating the building was being used as a 6-family residence instead of its permitted 4-family configuration, with unauthorized attic apartments and construction work creating additional living units. These violations triggered substantial Environmental Control Board penalties totaling $40,000, though many were subsequently marked as resolved. The building has also faced various maintenance issues since late 2023, including problems with windows, water leaks, mold, and electrical systems, though inspections generally found no documented violations.

Most recently, in March-April 2024, there were multiple confirmed complaints about unsanitary conditions including pests and mold, along with several maintenance issues including problems with the bathtub/shower, ceiling, refrigerator, walls, and cabinets. The building's history also shows structural concerns from 2020, with documents indicating facade damage due to vehicle impact. While there has been progress in addressing some issues, the building continues to have multiple open violations and recurring maintenance problems that affect resident comfort and safety.