51-32 Beach Channel Drive, Queens, NY 11691

The 7-story, 582-unit building at 51-32 Beach Channel Drive in Edgemere, built in 1963 and currently owned by Fred Camerata, has experienced several concerning maintenance issues throughout 2024 and into 2025. Most notably, there have been recurring heat and hot water problems, with multiple complaints in both April and May 2025 affecting either individual apartments or the entire building. The building has also experienced several electrical issues, including power outages and outlet problems, with multiple HPD inspections in 2025 failing to complete inspections. There are documented plumbing concerns, including water supply and sink issues, and multiple appliance-related complaints.

The building's maintenance record shows several significant violations and ongoing issues. In December 2024, there were multiple violations related to door functionality in various locations, including self-closing doors at the building entrance and internal locations. The building faced major facade maintenance concerns, with active ECB violations from April 2024 regarding exterior wall conditions and failure to comply with previous orders, with penalties totaling $5,000. Additionally, there has been a history of elevator service issues, with multiple complaints documented between 2018-2022 regarding the only elevator in the building being out of service, and a recent 2023 violation related to an unsafe condition requiring immediate restoration.

A notable pattern of heating system problems is evident, with violations regarding inadequate heat supply in multiple apartments. While the building has maintained a clean record regarding bedbugs, with no reported infestations between 2023-2024, there have been various other maintenance issues requiring attention. The property has undergone several permit issuances between 2018-2019 for unspecified work, and while some violations have been closed, several active violations indicate ongoing maintenance challenges. The building's recent history suggests persistent issues with basic services such as heat, water, and elevator functionality, and while many complaints have been addressed, the pattern of recurring problems raises concerns about overall building maintenance and responsiveness to tenant needs.