14-47 Gipson Street, Queens, NY 11691

This two-family house at 14-47 Gipson Street in Bayswater, built in 1955, is currently facing significant challenges following a fire incident in March 2024 that resulted in substantial water and smoke damage, with windows and doors affected, and structural concerns leading to a full vacate order. The fire incident has generated multiple active violations as of July 2024, including failure to maintain building conditions and requirements to repair windows, with specific violations documented for both the first and second-floor apartments.

The building has a documented history of various maintenance issues over recent years, including multiple complaints regarding water leaks, unsanitary conditions (with pest infestations noted in 2022), and safety concerns such as smoke detector problems. The most recent inspections in August 2023 revealed additional water-related issues, including leaks and ceiling damage in the 2nd floor foyer area, as well as mold concerns affecting approximately 15 square feet on the ceiling. Previous history shows a pattern of maintenance challenges, including violations related to carbon monoxide detectors, balcony safety, and plumbing issues, with some complaints resulting in violations and others being closed without inspection access.

The building's rodent inspection history from 2011 and 2017 indicates periods of pest control challenges, though recent inspections do not show current violations. Separate from the residential complaints, there were also multiple construction-related complaints in 2024, though inspections resulted in no violations being warranted at the time. The property's record shows ongoing maintenance challenges requiring attention, particularly following the 2024 fire incident which has created new structural and safety concerns.