126-06 Liberty Avenue, Queens, NY 11419

The two-family house at 126-06 Liberty Avenue in Richmond Hill, owned by Adlin Williams, was built in 1931 and has experienced recurring maintenance issues, particularly concerning heat and hot water systems. Most recently, in January 2025, there were two documented heat/hot water complaints (both for the entire building and individual apartments), though HPD indicated these conditions were corrected. The building has a documented pattern of heat-related problems throughout 2022, with multiple complaints showing HPD's difficulty in gaining access to conduct inspections.

A notable cluster of violations was recorded in Apartment 2R during 2021-2022, including issues with inadequate heating, hot water supply, roof leaks, pest infestations, mold, and various plumbing concerns. As of June 2023, there are several active Department of Buildings violations related to the failure to file required external low-pressure inspections for the years 2019-2022, representing potential safety and regulatory compliance concerns. Additionally, there is an active ECB violation (since September 2019) regarding a PVC drain pipe installation on the roof level discharging onto the alleyway, which was assessed a $500 penalty. The building has undergone multiple inspection attempts for various complaints in 2024-2025, though access was frequently denied.

These include inspections related to illegal conversion concerns and multiple permit-related issues, suggesting ongoing construction or modification work. A 2018 complaint regarding an illegal storefront sign was also resolved without violation. The property has maintained a consistent pattern of heating system-related complaints over the past several years, with the most recent incidents occurring in 2025, indicating this remains an ongoing maintenance challenge. The building's age and history of multiple system-related violations suggest that while some issues have been addressed over time, there remains a pattern of recurring problems that may affect resident comfort and safety.