69-49 Hessler Avenue, Queens, NY 11692

69-49 Hessler Avenue is a two-family house built in 1930, currently owned by Sm Towfiq Akhtar, located in the Arverne neighborhood of Queens. The property has experienced numerous maintenance issues over the past few years, with the most recent concerns emerging in late 2024 including unsanitary conditions with pests (November 2024) and heat/hot water problems (November 2024), both of which were addressed but followed previous pattern of insufficient access for inspections. The building has documented multiple plumbing issues, particularly affecting the first floor apartment (1FL), including problems with the toilet and bathtub/shower in October 2024, and earlier plumbing and appliance issues in August 2023 involving a malfunctioning refrigerator system.

The property has shown recurring concerns with unsanitary conditions, including pest infestations and mold, with notable violations recorded in August 2023 where HPD identified issues with mice infestation, mold, and multiple bathroom and kitchen repair needs. The building's maintenance history shows persistent infrastructure challenges, including significant plumbing problems, unsanitary conditions, and pest control issues. Specific violations documented in 2023 included defective bathroom fixtures, damaged kitchen cabinets, and pest infestations that were formally cited by HPD.

The property's maintenance record also includes a 2021 complaint about locked/blocked egress that was investigated but did not warrant any violations. While some of these issues have been addressed and closed, the pattern of complaints suggests ongoing maintenance challenges, particularly concerning plumbing systems, pest control, and general building upkeep. The property has been subject to multiple HPD inspections, though in some cases access issues have prevented complete investigations, indicating potential communication or access coordination challenges between residents and inspection authorities.