189 Beach 25th Street, Queens, NY 11691

This two-family house at 189 Beach 25th Street in Far Rockaway, built in 2005 and currently owned by Gsn Properties 2, has experienced several notable issues over its history. The most significant and recent problems occurred in late 2021 when the building experienced multiple heat and hot water complaints, with both apartment-specific and building-wide issues being reported between November 2nd and November 16th.

These complaints were classified as emergencies, though HPD's inspections had limited access to verify conditions. Prior to this, a water leak incident was reported and resolved in January 2020. The building has faced scrutiny regarding potential unauthorized modifications, with multiple complaints about illegal conversions and construction beyond approved plans appearing in 2018-2019, though inspectors either denied access or found no violations upon inspection.

An Environmental Control Board violation was recorded in June 2019 regarding an unpermitted window installation and exhaust pipe, which was resolved with no penalties imposed. More recently, in early 2025, a complaint regarding water retention and drainage issues was investigated but found no violations at the time of inspection. The property has maintained a clean record regarding bedbug infestations, with consistent reporting showing zero cases or eradications from 2021 through mid-2025.