134-14 Franklin Avenue, Queens, NY 11355
134-14 Franklin Avenue is a 93-unit, 6-story New Law tenement building constructed in 1920 in Flushing, currently owned by Ronald Swartz. The building has experienced several significant incidents over recent years, most notably a three-alarm fire on June 8, 2019, that caused substantial damage to the roof and apartments 6B and 6C, with subsequent water damage affecting lower floors. This event resulted in multiple active violations due to structural damage and required emergency work, though some related violations have since been resolved.
The building has undergone regular inspections for elevator compliance and rodent management, with the most recent inspections showing no violations, though there was an active Local Law 188/17 Compliance Inspection complaint in June 2024. The property has a concerning history of health and safety issues, including multiple complaints about indoor air quality and ventilation problems in 2019, as well as asbestos-related complaints in 2020. There were also multiple violations related to construction safety during 2019-2020, including inadequate protection from falling debris and poor housekeeping practices.
Rodent inspections have shown mixed results, with failed inspections in 2013 and 2018, though subsequent inspections passed. The building has had various elevator-related issues, with previous violations regarding door lock monitoring system requirements and elevator service interruptions. While some older violations have been resolved, as of October 2023, there are still active concerns related to elevator safety systems that remain open.
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Building Characteristics
Total units | 93 |
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Year built | 1920 |
Total area | 89367 sq ft |
Floors | 6 |
Tax Abatements | None |
Building Class | NEW LAW TENEMENT |

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