226-17 146th Avenue, Queens, NY 11413

226-17 146th Avenue, a two-family house built in 2006 and owned by Dwight Kirkpatrick, has experienced several significant maintenance and safety issues in recent years. Most notably, there have been persistent pest infestations in the first-floor apartment, with multiple unsanitary condition complaints filed between 2024 and 2025 that HPD was unable to inspect properly.

The unit has also faced various safety concerns, including the absence of carbon monoxide detectors, defective electrical switches, and mold issues in the bathroom, along with reports of water leaks and plumbing problems throughout 2024. Two critical violations remain open as of 2024-2025: one for the missing carbon monoxide detectors and another for a broken electrical switch in the first-floor apartment. The building has a history of mechanical system problems, particularly with the boiler, which was cited for heating control issues and accessibility problems in December 2023, with a substantial penalty of $3,125 imposed.

There have also been multiple Department of Buildings (DOB) violations, including concerns about structural elements at the main entrance, such as missing steps and handrails constituting a potential collapse hazard. While several complaints were resolved through inspections, including issues with smoke detectors and water leaks, the property has accumulated multiple active violations that require attention. The owner has received penalties related to parking regulation violations for two vehicles creating dead storage at the rear yard, with a fine of $6,250 still outstanding.