97-10 97th Avenue, Queens, NY 11416

The 97-10 97th Avenue property in Ozone Park, a two-family house built in 1920, is currently experiencing multiple pressing maintenance issues that significantly impact resident safety and comfort. As of December 2023, the second-floor apartment has open violations including missing carbon monoxide detectors, inadequate heat supply, pest infestations (mice and roaches), and excessively hot water (135 degrees).

The building has documented problems with pests, heating, and water systems through multiple 311 complaints, with the most recent cluster of issues reported in December 2023 including unsanitary conditions, flooring problems, and inadequate heat/hot water, resulting in several Housing Maintenance Code violations. Earlier maintenance history shows ongoing plumbing issues in June 2022 related to bathroom facilities, though some inspections resulted in no violations being issued.

The building's heating system has shown recurring problems, with emergency complaints regarding heat and hot water documented in late 2019 and December 2023. Additionally, there was an illegal conversion complaint filed in December 2023, though the Department of Buildings inspector was unable to gain access for verification. The property, owned by Pasquale Prisco, appears to be facing significant maintenance challenges that require attention, particularly concerning basic utilities and building safety systems, as evidenced by the concentration of violations and complaints in recent months.