16-04 Caffrey Avenue, Queens, NY 11691

The two-family house at 16-04 Caffrey Avenue in Far Rockaway, owned by Michelle Anderson, has experienced recurring maintenance issues since 2018, with the most recent concerns primarily involving heating systems and pest problems. The building has had multiple heat and hot water complaints, with three emergency service requests in March 2025 alone, and previous similar issues noted in December 2024.

Pest-related complaints have been an ongoing concern, with violations issued in March 2025 and inspections noting mouse sightings in 2024, though a March 2025 inspection resulted in a "passed" status. The property has also faced several other maintenance challenges including electrical issues (no lighting), unsanitary conditions, and problems with an electric/gas range, all of which have been officially closed, often due to access issues during inspections. Significantly, there are active violations related to unauthorized cellar modifications, including unlawful living and cooking space conversions, dating back to December 2018.

These violations, along with the corresponding ECB violations, indicate the cellar was improperly converted from storage and ordinary use to an apartment with kitchen and bathroom facilities. The building has a documented history of inspection access issues, particularly regarding multiple complaints of illegal conversion, though the most recent rodent inspection in March 2025 was completed successfully. The property's heating system has been a persistent source of complaints, with emergency service requests recorded in 2019, 2020, and throughout 2024-2025, suggesting ongoing maintenance challenges with this essential service.