147-01 72nd Drive, Queens, NY 11367

The three-story apartment building at 147-01 72nd Drive in Kew Gardens Hills, owned by Felix Chalyavski, has experienced several significant issues since its construction in 1983. The most critical incident occurred in late 2018 when an illegal cellar apartment was discovered, leading to multiple violations, including a vacate order that was not initially respected. Throughout 2019-2020, there were multiple construction-related complaints and violations, including unauthorized work creating additional living spaces and improperly installed plumbing and gas lines, though some of these were later resolved with proper permit issuance in mid-2020.

The building underwent several inspections during this period, with some inspectors unable to gain access to certain areas. In 2020, two specific violations were issued for failure to comply with vacate orders, resulting in fines, though these were later resolved. The property has shown consistent compliance with bedbug regulations, with no reported infestations in any of the five annual filings between 2020 and 2025.

Recent building records from 2022-2025 indicate stable conditions, with no new major violations or compliance issues reported. The most recent inspection and filing period from 2024-2025 shows no bedbug incidents, and the building's permit history demonstrates regularization of previous violations, with relevant permits issued and work properly documented. While the building experienced significant management and compliance challenges in 2018-2020, recent records suggest improved conditions and maintenance practices, with no new violations or safety concerns reported in the past three years.