338 Beach 66th Street, Queens, NY 11692

The property at 338 Beach 66th Street in Arverne is a two-family, single-story house built in 1950, currently owned by Yukio Mukaibo. The building has experienced significant maintenance issues in recent months, particularly during August-October 2024, with multiple violations requiring attention.

Most notably, the basement apartment (1R) has documented problems with mold throughout various areas, including ceilings and walls in multiple rooms and the bathroom, with some violations classified as Class A and B. The apartment has also faced pest infestations, specifically involving roaches and mice, for which violations were issued. Additional maintenance concerns were documented, including issues with the refrigerator (defective gasket), electrical range, and wall paint/plaster conditions.

The building's violation history from September 2024 shows multiple specific issues, including a malfunctioning carbon monoxide detector, visible mold conditions in various areas exceeding 10 square feet, and problems with broken plaster surfaces and defective paint. While these violations have been officially closed as of October 2024, it's worth noting that some violations required certified correction, particularly those involving mold remediation and pest abatement. The property has primarily accumulated these issues within a concentrated timeframe, suggesting a period of maintenance challenges that required multiple HPD interventions and inspections to address various health and safety concerns.