102-01 185th Street, Queens, NY 11423

The 30-unit, 2-story garden apartment building at 102-01 185th Street in Hollis, owned by Frank Messina and constructed in 1949, has experienced several recurring maintenance and habitability issues over the past few years. Most notably, there have been multiple water-related problems, including two water leak complaints in late 2024 (one involving a damp spot and another a slow leak), and a complete loss of heat and hot water reported in October 2024 affecting the entire building.

The property has also faced persistent pest control challenges, with three separate sanitary condition complaints related to pests in November 2024 alone, following similar complaints in 2023. The building has a documented history of water damage and maintenance issues concentrated primarily in Apartment 2, where violations were issued in December 2024 for defective plaster surfaces and roof leaks affecting both the kitchen and hallway areas.

Previous records from 2018 show similar structural and maintenance violations in Apartment 2, including mold issues and leaks affecting various surfaces. A comprehensive rodent inspection history from 2014 through 2017 shows multiple failures, although recent bait applications suggest ongoing pest management efforts. While many of these historical violations have been closed through compliance actions, the recurring nature of maintenance issues, particularly regarding water damage and pest control, indicates these remain persistent challenges for the property.