13-12 130th Street, Queens, NY 11356

The two-family house at 13-12 130th Street in College Point, owned by Ricky Kong and built in 1930, has experienced several significant maintenance issues over recent years. Most notably, there have been multiple incidents of inadequate heat and hot water supply between 2020 and 2022, including emergency complaints in November and December 2020 that led to official Housing Maintenance Code violations for inadequate heat supply and scalding hot water (measured at 149°F) in Apartment 1.

The building also faced pest infestations in late 2020 and plumbing issues in August 2020, though inspections were often hindered by access issues. A concerning open violation from September 2020 remains on record regarding a loose handrail at the north entrance stairs. More recent history shows continued infrastructure concerns, with a Department of Buildings inspection in 2018 documenting plumbing issues that led to a stop work order due to a suspended plumber's license, though this violation was eventually dismissed in December 2018.

The most recent complaint from April 2025 involved defective/exposed electrical wiring, which was referred to the Department of Transportation. While many earlier complaints have been closed, the pattern of maintenance issues suggests ongoing infrastructure challenges within the building. The property has maintained its original two-story, two-family structure throughout this period, with no records of illegal conversions or significant modifications.