161-22 140th Avenue, Queens, NY 11434

The two-family house at 161-22 140th Avenue in Jamaica, owned by Newton Procopio, has experienced recurrent pest-related issues throughout 2023, with four documented complaints about unsanitary conditions linked to pests between February and September. While three of these complaints (February, June 23, and June 24 incidents) resulted in the Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) being unable to gain access for inspection, the most recent complaint from September 27 did lead to an inspection on October 1, 2023, which resulted in a violation being issued specifically for a mouse infestation in the second-story apartment.

This violation is classified as a "B" level infraction under Housing Maintenance Code § 27-2017.4, requiring the abatement of the infestation. Notably, despite these recurring pest issues, the building has not reported any bedbug infestations in the most recent annual reporting period (November 2023 - October 2024), with zero confirmed cases of infestation, eradication, or re-infestation during this timeframe.

The property was constructed in 2004 and is two stories tall, comprising two units, with its most significant ongoing challenge appearing to be the rodent control situation in the second-floor apartment that emerged in late 2023. The building's pest-related issues have been consistently addressed through the HPD system, though access challenges have complicated some inspections, and the most recent violation will require attention to ensure compliance with housing maintenance standards.