119-18 178th Place, Queens, NY 11434

The two-family house at 119-18 178th Place in St. Albans, owned by Mtglq Investors, LP, has experienced a pattern of recurring maintenance issues over the past year, with particular concerns regarding heating systems and pest infestations. Most recently, in February 2025, there were multiple emergency heat/hot water complaints, one of which resulted in violations being issued by HPD.

There were also plumbing and pest-related complaints during this period that received similar attention from HPD. The building has a documented history of access issues during inspections, with multiple instances (including November-December 2024) where HPD inspectors were unable to gain access to investigate complaints about safety equipment (smoke detectors), cabinets, and unsanitary conditions, leading to the closure of those complaints without resolution. Between late 2024 and early 2025, the building averaged roughly one significant maintenance complaint per month, with a particular concentration of heat/hot water issues during January-February 2025.

Several of these complaints were classified as emergencies, indicating potential impacts on resident comfort and safety. While HPD inspections have sometimes revealed conditions that did not violate housing laws, the frequency of complaints and issuance of violations suggests ongoing maintenance challenges. The building, constructed in 2007, is relatively new by NYC standards, but the data indicates persistent issues with both basic infrastructure (heating systems) and habitability concerns (pest control) that have required multiple complaint filings and inspections over the past year.