115-26 Myrtle Avenue, Queens, NY 11418

115-26 Myrtle Avenue in Richmond Hill is a 4-story, 20-unit New Law tenement building constructed in 1929 and currently owned by Hemendrie Ganesh. The building has experienced recurring maintenance issues over the past several years, with particularly notable problems between 2021-2023. Most recently, in early 2023, there were unverified complaints about ceiling paint/plaster issues and pest problems that HPD could not inspect despite being marked as emergency complaints. In 2021, multiple violations were documented, including problems with window frames, water supply issues, flooring concerns, and broken/missing window guards, with specific violations issued for plumbing and safety problems.

Apartment B3 in 2021 required various repairs including bathroom fixture maintenance, addressing water leaks, and plaster/paint work. Apartment 3C in 2021 had several violations related to safety equipment, including missing smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, as well as window guard issues. The building has a documented history of pest problems, with 2021 and 2023 both showing pest-related complaints, though recent bedbug reports from 2022-2025 show no confirmed infestations. Compliance issues were also noted regarding safety equipment, with violations in 2021 for window guards and smoke detectors.

Two illegal conversion complaints were filed in 2019 and 2021, though inspections resulted in no violations being found. The property has consistently filed bedbug reports showing zero infested units from 2020-2025, indicating effective management of this particular issue. While many complaints have been resolved, the pattern of maintenance issues suggests ongoing building upkeep challenges, particularly regarding timely access for inspections and repairs. Recent bedbug filings for 2025 show zero infested units, maintaining a consistent record of eradication over the past several years.