214-47 Hillside Avenue, Queens, NY 11427

214-47 Hillside Avenue is a two-story, 25-unit residential building located in Queens Village, built in 1949 and currently owned by John Waterman. The property has experienced persistent heating and water-related issues, particularly in early 2024 when multiple complaints were filed regarding water leaks, heat, and hot water problems across different units.

Notably, between March and April 2023, there were several repeated complaints about lack of heat and hot water in the entire building, though inspectors were unable to access units for verification. More recently, in April 2024, there was an ongoing complaint about bee/wasp infestation, and the building currently has multiple open violations, including one related to bedbug reporting requirements (dating back to 2022-2024) and several concerning Unit 49A that require repairs to flooring, water damage, and plaster surfaces in the bathroom. The building's maintenance history shows recurring heating system challenges, with multiple emergency complaints filed between March and April 2023, and again in early 2024.

Water-related issues have also been a significant concern, with both emergency and non-emergency complaints recorded. Recent inspections in 2024 have resulted in violations related to bedbug reporting, for which the most recent filing indicates no current infestations (reporting period November 2023 to October 2024), and various maintenance issues in Unit 49A, including problems with hardwood flooring, water leakage, and damaged plaster surfaces. The building's overall condition suggests ongoing maintenance challenges, particularly regarding building systems such as heating and plumbing, while the property has maintained active compliance with bedbug reporting requirements after previous violations.