305 Beach 65th Street, Queens, NY 11692

The three-story, three-unit residential building at 305 Beach 65th Street in Arverne, owned by Barry Ekstein, has experienced several significant maintenance issues since its construction in 2008. Most recently, in March 2024, the building faced problems with water leaks and mold, though inspections by the Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) found no violations.

The summer of 2022 was particularly problematic, with multiple emergency complaints including plumbing issues (toilet), electrical problems (outlet/switch), and multiple instances of mold. During this period, violations were issued concerning a defective electrical outlet and water leaks in a second-floor bathroom, along with problems requiring repairs to plastered surfaces and paint. The building currently has several open violations from July 2022, including failure to properly post crucial safety information regarding gas leaks, heating system access, and the agency’s Housing Information Guide.

Additional concerns include a Department of Buildings complaint regarding failure to maintain the property in early 2022, though inspectors were unable to gain access. While the building has been free of bedbug infestations since 2019, as evidenced by consistent reporting with zero infested or eradicated units in the past five reporting periods, the maintenance issues documented in more recent years suggest ongoing concerns with building upkeep. The property has also undergone permitted work in July 2018, though specific details of these permits are not provided in the available data.