199-04 Hillside Avenue, Queens, NY 11423

The 60-unit, 2-story building at 199-04 Hillside Avenue in Hollis was built in 1951 and is currently owned by Geraldine Leon. The property has experienced recurring heating system issues, particularly during winter 2020-2021, with multiple complaints regarding lack of heat and hot water throughout the building between December 2020 and March 2021, though in each case, the Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) was informed that services had been restored. More recently, the building has faced several maintenance challenges, particularly in late 2024, with non-emergency complaints about flooring, appliances, ventilation, and pest issues.

A significant concentration of violations has emerged in Apartment 6A, where as of December 2024 there are open Class C violations for missing window guards and pest infestations (mice and roaches), along with previous complaints about water leaks, mold, and various interior maintenance issues that had been temporarily addressed but are now showing as open violations. The building's security system has also been the subject of attention, with violations related to an improperly installed electromagnetic locking device and requirements for a mechanical lock set on the vestibule door, though these were marked as closed. The property's maintenance history shows some ongoing challenges with basic building systems and pest management.

While there have been no reported bedbug infestations in recent years (as per mandatory reporting), the building has experienced periodic rodent issues, particularly evident in 2016 when multiple inspections resulted in failure to meet compliance standards. The building's heating system appears to have stabilized since the 2020-2021 winter issues, with no recent complaints about heat or hot water systems. However, the concentration of newer violations in 2024 suggests ongoing maintenance and compliance challenges, particularly affecting the building's common areas and specific units. The property has maintained consistent records of addressing or closing out many complaints through appropriate responses, though some notable issues remain open as of the latest available data through December 2024.