135-12 77th Avenue, Queens, NY 11367

The 174-unit, 2-story residential building at 135-12 77th Avenue in Kew Gardens Hills, built in 1937 and currently owned by Gregory Cohen, has experienced several significant maintenance issues in recent years. Most notably, there has been an ongoing rodent problem, with multiple rat sightings reported in April 2025 alone, and recent rodent activity confirmed in July 2025.

The building has faced recurring heat and hot water supply issues, with emergency complaints recorded in 2025 (January and February) and 2023 (November), though heat and hot water were reportedly restored promptly in some cases. Several plumbing-related concerns have emerged, including problems with radiators and steam pipes in February 2025, and various plumbing issues documented in 2023-2024, particularly affecting apartment 12A. The property has also experienced pest-related challenges, with a Department of Health and Mental Hygiene inspection in 2023-2024 noting violations, and an infestation in apartment 12A involving roaches and other unsanitary conditions.

A 2023 inspection revealed multiple violations in apartment 12A, including issues with water leaks, defective plaster surfaces, and an inoperative smoke detector, though many of these violations were subsequently closed. The building's exterior has been a concern as well, with a 2023 ECB violation citing cracked stucco on the entryway, and a 2021 violation regarding unsafe scaffolding conditions during construction work. While there have been no reported bedbug infestations in recent years, the building's maintenance history shows a pattern of recurring infrastructure issues, particularly relating to plumbing, heating systems, and pest control.