115-17 Liberty Avenue, Queens, NY 11419

The two-family house at 115-17 Liberty Avenue in Richmond Hill, managed by P & K Property Management Inc, has experienced several significant maintenance issues in recent years. Most notably, there is an active ECB violation from October 2022 regarding problems with the water heater system, including an unwired spill switch, improper copper discharge connections, dirty gauge glass, and a missing boiler switch, with a penalty of $3,125 still outstanding. Throughout 2023, the building has faced recurring pest issues, with multiple complaints about unsanitary conditions related to pests, most recently in October 2023, though inspectors were unable to gain access to confirm these conditions.

A series of violations was documented in March 2023, primarily affecting the second-floor apartment, including problems with plumbing (sink), wall paint/plaster, and evidence of mold, all of which resulted in issued violations. These violations included a defective sink connection, issues with the ceiling light fixture in the public hall, broken plaster and paint on a specific wall, and problems with the carbon monoxide detecting devices. The building's history shows some permitted work in 2019 related to signage improvements, following an unpermitted installation violation from 2018 concerning illuminated signs for a pharmacy.

The property has a pattern of maintenance issues requiring attention, particularly regarding plumbing systems and pest control, with several incidents requiring emergency responses from HPD. While some earlier violations from 2023 were resolved, including the February complaints about mold and plumbing issues, others remain open, particularly those documented in March 2023. Most recently, complaints about a refrigerator and pest issues in October 2023 were closed without inspection. The combination of open violations, recurring pest problems, and outstanding ECB penalties suggests ongoing maintenance challenges at this property.