144-41 Roosevelt Avenue, Queens, NY 11354

The 20-unit, 4-story tenement at 144-41 Roosevelt Avenue in Flushing, owned by Ronald Chen, has exhibited significant maintenance challenges throughout 2025, with multiple reported issues including plumbing problems (bathtub/shower, basin/sink, toilet), pest infestations (notably rodents and cockroaches), and water leaks. Between February and May 2025 alone, the building has generated numerous 311 complaints, most of which resulted in HPD violations. Notable ongoing concerns include an open violation regarding inadequate heat and pest infestation in Apartment 3A from December 2024, as well as multiple building-wide violations for door and security hardware issues.

The building has experienced recurring pest problems, with HPD documenting pest-related violations in both 3A and 4A apartments, along with several complaints about unsanitary conditions. The property has undergone various regulatory inspections, with mixed results. In 2025, a rat activity inspection in June confirmed ongoing rodent issues, while earlier inspections in 2023 and 2022 had passed.

The building's infrastructure appears to be struggling, with multiple emergency plumbing complaints, including issues with sinks, toilets, and water flow. Security concerns have also been documented, with violations relating to self-closing doors and lock assemblies at building entrance points. While there have been no reported bedbug infestations in recent years, the frequency of other maintenance issues suggests ongoing challenges with building upkeep. The property has a history of both emergency and non-emergency complaints, with many resulting in HPD violations requiring correction within specified timeframes.