142-33 Rockaway Boulevard, Queens, NY 11436

The two-family house at 142-33 Rockaway Boulevard in Jamaica, built in 2002, has experienced recurring maintenance issues, particularly related to heat and hot water systems. Most notably, in January 2024, the building faced multiple complaints regarding heat, ventilation, window conditions, and water leakage, with many of these complaints remaining unverified due to inspection access issues.

These recent complaints, all treated as either emergency or non-emergency situations, include problems with the ventilation system, window frames, window panes, and a slow water leak. Going back to late 2018 and early 2019, there were similar concerns about heat and hot water outages, though one 2019 inspection found no violations in response to these complaints. The building has also had some structural and safety issues requiring attention, as evidenced by violations recorded in November 2019.

These included broken or defective elements on the front stoop and stairs, specifically citing problems with the stoop's treads and risers as well as the metal handrail. A carbon monoxide detector violation was also recorded in January 2019 for the second-floor apartment, though this appears to have been addressed promptly. The property, currently owned by 14233 Rockaway Blvd LLC, has a documented history of heating system challenges, with multiple emergency complaints filed over the years, particularly during the winter months, suggesting this may be an ongoing maintenance concern affecting resident comfort and safety.