140-25 Ash Avenue, Queens, NY 11355

140-25 Ash Avenue is a 4-story, 36-unit residential building in Flushing, constructed in 1928 and currently owned by Abraham Malinovich. The building has experienced recurring issues with heat and hot water systems, most recently documented in February 2023, though services were reported restored during inspections. Multiple complaints about unsanitary conditions, particularly mold, have been filed, with the most recent in October 2022.

Water-related maintenance issues have been persistent, with problems including both slow and heavy leaks reported between 2021 and 2022. The building underwent significant scrutiny in 2019-2022 regarding illegal apartment modifications, specifically concerning Apartment 1D, where unauthorized conversions were noted, leading to violations and fines. Recent concerns include five ceiling-related maintenance issues reported in May 2024 (currently under both immediate emergency and non-emergency classifications), and an active Department of Buildings violation regarding failure to file required energy benchmarking reports dating back to 2019.

The building's maintenance history shows some intermittent improvements, particularly in pest control, with no reported bedbug infestations since 2020, and all 36 units listed as 'eradicated' during previous filings. Despite these improvements, the property has demonstrated ongoing challenges with basic building systems and maintenance compliance. Previous inspections and violation resolutions indicate the management has addressed some issues, though access limitations for inspections have been noted in several complaints. The building's age and history as a New Law tenement building are reflected in the diverse range of maintenance issues documented, spanning basic services, sanitary conditions, and more recent concerns about structural elements requiring attention.