209-17 Hillside Avenue, Queens, NY 11427

The 25-unit, two-story residential building at 209-17 Hillside Avenue in Queens Village, owned by Marie Pindus and constructed in 1949, has experienced recurring maintenance issues over the past several years, with the most recent problems clustered around heating and water supply. Between December 2024 and March 2025, there were multiple complaints and emergency requests regarding heat and hot water outages, though inspections by the Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) generally found these issues resolved by the time of inspection.

The building also faced significant rodent control challenges, with several inspections in 2023 showing "Rat Activity," though recent inspections in 2025 resulted in passing grades. Two apartments (1FL05A and 21005A) have open violations as of December 2024, including issues with carbon monoxide detectors, pest infestations (roaches and mice), and various maintenance problems including water leaks and defective plaster surfaces. Historical data from 2020 shows some mechanical issues, including a boiler violation and a gas piping complaint, though these were resolved through inspections.

The building previously experienced problems with unsanitary conditions, including sewage and mold issues in August 2024, which were addressed through emergency repairs. The most recent environmental inspections in 2025 (for plumbing and water supply) resulted in passing grades, indicating some improvement in building maintenance standards. Notably, there have been no reported bedbug infestations in the building since comprehensive reporting began in 2019, and recent rodent inspections have shown improved conditions, passing in both March and May 2025.