154-02 71st Avenue, Queens, NY 11367

The building at 154-02 71st Avenue in Flushing is a 2-story garden-style structure built in 1952, containing 180 units and currently owned by Prescott Lester. The property has experienced recurring issues with heat and hot water, with multiple emergency complaints filed throughout 2025 alone, both for individual apartments and the entire building. Notable violations include a persistent hot water problem in apartment 32B (opened December 2024) and 63A (opened February 2024), with similar issues affecting multiple units in 2023-2024.

The building has also faced several maintenance challenges, including mold issues (April 2025), problems with flooring/ stairs (April 2025), and issues with the intercom system (April 2025). Infrastructure concerns are documented through housing maintenance code violations, with open citations regarding door frames, plaster surfaces, and various building systems. The property has a documented history of pest management challenges, including six bedbug reports between 2018-2024, with varying numbers of infested units and successful eradication efforts.

Rodent inspections have shown mixed results, with most recent inspections in 2023 indicating compliance failures and previous inspections in 2018 showing improved conditions. Additional historical complaints suggest ongoing maintenance challenges, with violations related to smoke detectors, sanitation issues, and various structural components. The frequency of 311 service requests and housing maintenance code complaints, particularly regarding heat/hot water issues, suggests these are systemic problems rather than isolated incidents. Recent inspection dates requiring HPD access in 2025 indicate potential difficulties in property management responsiveness or maintenance access protocols.