109-46 Van Wyck Expressway, Queens, NY 11420

The two-family house at 109-46 Van Wyck Expressway in Richmond Hill, built in 1925, has experienced several concerning maintenance and safety issues over recent years, particularly in 2024-2025. Most notably, in early 2025, there were multiple complaints regarding unsanitary conditions, including pest infestations, as well as issues with a radiator and window frame, though HPD was unable to complete inspections for these complaints.

The building has a documented history of pest problems, with similar complaints occurring in 2023 and 2021, though some inspections resulted in no violations being found. There were significant safety concerns in 2021, including issues with carbon monoxide detectors and window guards, which were classified as emergencies but ultimately found to have no violations upon inspection. More recent activity between late 2024 and early 2025 indicates potential unauthorized use of the property, with multiple complaints regarding illegal conversions and illegal hotel rooms filed with the Department of Buildings during the fourth quarter of 2024.

While these complaints were marked as "Please See Complaint Number," they suggest ongoing concerns about the building's proper occupancy status. The property also experienced some infrastructure issues, including a power outage in December 2023 and various complaints about electrical systems, though not all resulted in violations. While the building's age and history suggest typical maintenance challenges, the recent pattern of unsuccessful inspections and multiple emergency complaints across different systems warrants attention.