130-41 135th Road, Queens, NY 11420

The two-family house at 130-41 135th Road in South Ozone Park, owned by Dorothy Foulkes and built in 2004, has experienced recurring maintenance issues over recent years, with particular concern regarding heating systems. Most notably, throughout September and October 2023 alone, there were five documented complaints about heat and hot water problems, affecting both individual apartments and the entire building, with several resulting in violations.

The building also faced more recent concerns in October 2023 with documented issues including unsanitary conditions (mold), problems with a ceiling requiring paint/plaster work, and a safety concern regarding smoke detectors. These violations were categorized as emergencies by the Housing Maintenance Code Complaints system, though some were subsequently closed without issuing citations. A similar pattern of heating system problems can be traced back to January 2019, when tenants reported a temporary loss of heat and hot water, though the situation was reportedly resolved at that time.

The building's documented issues suggest ongoing challenges with basic building systems, particularly regarding heating infrastructure. While the Department of Housing Preservation and Development has responded to and investigated multiple complaints, the pattern of repeat reports, especially regarding heat and hot water systems, indicates this remains an active maintenance concern. The most recent issues as of October 2023 present the most significant ongoing concerns, with multiple violations and emergency complaints having been documented in quick succession.