74-26 Rockaway Boulevard, Queens, NY 11421

The 3-unit, 3-story building at 74-26 Rockaway Boulevard in Woodhaven, owned by Albert Varma, has experienced multiple recurring maintenance issues since its construction in 2005. The most recent concerns, as of early 2024, include plumbing problems, heat/hot water complaints, and pest infestations, with the Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) frequently unable to gain access for inspections during these incidents. Notable 2023 violations include an open Class C violation for mouse and roach infestations in apartment 3, inadequate hot water supply, and multiple safety-related notice violations in common areas regarding smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors, and gas leak procedures.

The building has also experienced recurring bedbug infestations, with the most recent report from July 2024 indicating all three units were affected, though they were treated and eradicated. Plumbing issues have been a persistent concern, with multiple complaints about bathtubs/showers, sinks, and water supply problems being reported between 2022 and 2024, though inspections often could not be performed due to access issues. Historical data shows variable results in rodent inspections, including a failed inspection in 2017.

The building's maintenance history suggests ongoing challenges with basic utilities and pest control, with particular attention needed to the pattern of access issues during inspections. While some violations from the June 2023 inspection remain open as of 2024, including multiple safety notice requirements and the presence of pests in unit 3, others have been addressed. The property has demonstrated some response to infestations through treatment, as evidenced by the "Eradicated" status in recent bedbug reports, though the presence of re-infested units indicates ongoing challenges with pest management.