189-15 73rd Avenue, Queens, NY 11366

The 2-story garden apartment building at 189-15 73rd Avenue in Fresh Meadows, owned by QUEENS FRESH MEADOWS, LLC, has experienced numerous maintenance issues in recent months, particularly between December 2024 and March 2025. The property, built in 1949 and containing 516 units, has had recurring problems with plumbing and heating systems, including multiple complaints about water supply issues, bathroom fixtures (bathtubs/showers, toilets), and heating systems between February and March 2025.

Of particular concern is the pattern of HPD being unable to complete inspections for several complaints, including those related to plumbing issues, heating, and appliances (electric/gas ranges). The building has also faced significant quality of life challenges, including multiple complaints about mold (January and December 2024), a sewage odor incident in January 2025, and appliance-related issues.

Recent inspections from late 2024 documented several violations, including concerns about lead-based paint hazards, an illegal locking device, inadequate heat supply, and various door-related problems. The property management has generally addressed violations once cited, as indicated by most being marked as "Closed." Positive notes include the building's rodent inspection in January 2022, which passed, and the absence of bedbug reports in the most recent annual filings (2023-2024).